Licking the Razor's Edge (2015)

I realize that to judge another person who is treating you poorly is an instinctive
response; a primitive program that is as reasonable as it is innate. And yet, we are more
than mere “animals”. We are conscious and we have free will. And as such, we have
the right to choose our response to any trespass against us …
*We have the right to be grateful for every challenge that tests our resolve (recognizing
that it is only such tests that allow us to transcend the “only human” to become Human
again).
*We have the right to remain undaunted by our ego’s calls to retaliation against and/or
condemnation of our enemies.
*We in-deed have the right to extend Kindness to the very sources of our fear – we have
the right to “be Kind when least inclined”.
Note that this profound level of Forgiveness is not a moral obligation, nor is it an ethical
requirement … No, my friends, this pure Forgiveness is a privilege; an honor afforded to
very few of the millions of species living and interacting on this glorious planet. And it is
high-time that we go forth and have the courage to walk its Way – not in feeble thought
or hollow word, but with deeds of Power:
Who do you hate?
Forgive them with an anonymous act of Caring.
Who has harmed you?
Forgive them with a smile, if not a hug.
Who has insulted your integrity?
Forgive them with a Kind word.
As with any other action, the more difficult a choice is to make, the more powerful that
alternative becomes. So too with our Forgiveness – the more courageous and sincere and
humble, the more transformative our gift of atonement; both to the “enemy” to whom it is
given, as well as to all who happen to witness the same.
Fear has resided long enough within you … allow Forgiveness to gently take that fear by
the hand, and lead it firmly out the door.
“Since life is our most precious gift, let us be certain it is dedicated to the liberation of
the human mind and spirit … beginning with our own.” ~ Maya Angelou
“No one can find inner peace except by working, not in a self- centered way, but for the
betterment of the entire human family.” ~ inspired by Peace Pilgrim
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