Don’t prejudge others or the world will mirror back your preconceptions. We’re all interconnected, so what you do for others, you do for yourself. Therefore, do good unto others, so that they may do good unto you. Danny G.
Letting Peace be the Empire
There’s no right or wrong decision, as life is a learning game to discover ourselves and experience the world through all forms of expressions. The only wrong choice would be not learning from our mistakes and repeating the same mistakes again and again.
However, actions have pros and cons, benefits and consequences. When we don’t consider the benefits and consequences of our choices, we act on impulse and we end up with a life we don’t want and many troubles.
Impulse doesn’t consider the benefits in the decision, it only seeks to satisfy this present moment. Impulse doesn’t foresee the consequences, it only seeks to satisfy this present moment.
When we live carefree, not paying any attention to our choices, years down the road or perhaps sooner, we end up with a life we don’t want. When we assess our options, and we choose what resonates with our inner self and not merely our senses, we feel inner peace and joy.
If we let inner peace and joy guide us to our ideal choices, we will not be disappointed. What other guidance do we have that we can depend on? Have you ever had a choice to make and the logical choice just didn’t feel right? You had two options and one choice made complete logical sense, but you felt uneasy about it. The other option didn’t make logical sense, however, you felt peace about it. How many times do we choose the logical or expected choice given the circumstances, and we end up regretting it? Then we say I should have went with my gut.
There’s a reason why all the masters say, let peace be your empire, and if you don’t feel peace about it, don’t act on it. Same applies if you feel peace about your decision but it doesn’t seem logical, act on it.
How many great achievers were told not to pursue their passion and to give up, and they were constantly reminded they didn’t have what it takes. How many great achievers faced all types of adversities and failure, yet they prospered in the end. They prospered because they believed in themselves and they knew they could do it. If they would have given up because of failure, criticism or adversities, they would have never fulfilled their dream.
The criticism and obstacles didn’t keep them down, as they listened to their inner guidance and wisdom. They chose the path that brought them joy despite everyone telling them it wasn’t logical or worthwhile.
Most people have their own expectations of logic and conformity for your life. They try to push their beliefs and expectations on you because in their mind, the choice or dream doesn’t seem plausible. Out of compassion, they want what’s best for you, so they try to persuade you. They think they have your best interest at heart, however, only you know what’s best for you.
You know what brings joy, inner peace, and happiness. You know what you’re passionate about. You know what feels right and what doesn’t. Choose what brings inner peace and joy, don’t conform to others’ expectations of you.
The best approach for decision making is to contemplate our actions and let peace be our empire. It’s by trusting our inner guidance and knowing peace will not lead us off course.
Disguise and Creation (Poem)
Your eyes are glimmering astray,
Your smile is faintly portrayed.
Perhaps you don’t realize,
The glim in your eye,
Because you’re so preoccupied,
On your illusionary world inside.
Whenever you enter into the world,
You play aloof and you act like a troop.
You never deal with the hidden,
Mistaken belief and truth.
Past is dead and gone,
No need to recollect all the wrongs.
Everyone has a history,
No need to recollect all the falls.
Identity is of your choosing,
Not from another who doesn’t know you.
Perception can always change,
When you look up and acknowledge today.
Allow the world to change you,
But don’t allow it to break you.
Get out of your head and relate to,
Contrast and appeal.
The paintbrush is in your hand,
To paint colourfully on the mountain,
And to catapult you to daylight.
Contrasting experience and appearance,
Humanity stirs within you a dream,
And molds within you your leap.
Outside your comfort and frailty,
Where reality constantly changes,
In a world of contrast and breakthrough,
Of unfulfilled dreams and awakening.
Let the stream guide your awakening,
Flow downstream, and not upstream.
Don’t allow the past to break you,
Too much weight in your carry-on,
Results in unsteadiness and wavering.
Live in the present, not resentment.
Create your calling and respect.
Power within always resides,
In the God up above, by your side.
Everyone Has A Story
Everyone has a reason for who they are today, as we all have a story that brought us to this present moment. The good and the bad shapes us into the person we are meant to become. Everything works together for our good as the triumph and adversities mold us into the essence of who we are and who we are to become. Danny G.
The Rat Race (Poem)
Competition is your best friend.
Living in expense and luxury,
Buying expensive diamonds,
And toys you don’t use,
To convince others,
Of your value beneath insecurities.
You created your own competition,
Out of jealousy and greed,
To prove that you’re worthy,
You forgot what it means,
To live a life internally.
You’re so focused on the outside,
That you forgot the true meaning,
Of success and happiness,
Beneath true feelings.
Deep down, you’re scared and frail,
So you prove yourself,
Through things,
Toys and a diamond ring.
The bigger the truck,
The price tag on the front,
Creates the status.
A price on our very lives.
Why has luxury,
Reigned over debts.
Giving ourselves all sorts of stress.
To impress someone who doesn’t care.
Let’s focus on ourselves,
Through the infinite self.
Let the divine bring us light,
And peace amongst the darkest nights.
A presence,
That money, people or things cannot bring.
We’re all on a journey from upbringing,
Competing with ourselves,
For our own expansion,
The evolution of our soul.
There’s no competition,
Other than self-imposed.
Don’t Recreate Your Yesterdays
Everything we are today is a result of what we lived. It’s a result of our past thoughts, words, actions, and environment. To ensure you create a better tomorrow, and avoid repeating your troubles, don’t recreate your yesterdays. Danny G.
Miracles and Faith
For every situation despite the circumstances, there is always a possibility for a miracle. The situation can turn out for good or bad depending on our perspective. The only time it can turn into something good is by changing our lenses. It’s by believing in miracles and knowing faith can overcome all odds.
Without a belief in miracles or faith, we can’t accept and allow them to manifest despite its good chances and probability. Our mind cannot conjure a solution nor can we allow a solution if our mind is focused only on the problem, and all the reasons for its failure.
Neither would we notice the solution if it would appear, and neither would we take the opportunity to act on the solution, if we’re focused only on the problem. Every opportunity or challenge has the potential to change in our favour, or it has the potential to create the worst case scenario, as it’s our thinking that directs its course.
The only common attribute in people who experience miracles is their belief in the possibility or probability of miracles. It’s even more powerful when we say I know for certain I will get my miracle, even if the facts tell us otherwise.
At times, everything and everyone points us towards being logical and factual, despite the many who prevailed. We have all the evidence in front of us that tell us miracles happen, and we have all the evidence in front of us saying faith can conquer anything. Yet we need to be factual or logical to understand a concept, so we ask ourselves too many questions, which works to our disadvantage.
How many things in this world are not factual or logical? Is science the only factor in determining an outcome? We all know science and evolution has many question marks and they don’t have all the answers.
There’s no scientific proof that we have an invisible force that created the universe and that’s causing it to expand furthermore. There’s no scientific proof that God created you and he lives inside you. Ask yourself, if he created you, wouldn’t he know the solution? If he lives inside you, then you’re aware you have the power that created the universe inside you, and therefore, you know you can prevail.
We must be persistent in believing in miracles and faith for everything will point us towards reality which says many people never see them through. The only reason they don’t see them through is because they denied the existence of miracles or they gave up along the trail.
When we say miracles happen every day, and faith can overcome all odds, we allow what seemed impossible at first to turn into possibility or probability. In time, miracles and faith can turn into certainty, and when it does, nothing can stop its course.
The Law of Attraction in Motion (Sonnet)
The law of attraction can make or break you,
In a world of uphill and breakthrough.
Let honesty rule our sight,
As we break free of the treacherous light.
Let’s not allow pride to rule our soul,
By thinking merely of the world.
Let’s seek our inner treasure,
It contains our inner power.
And let our inner self shine,
Brighter than the bright-colored sky.
We know the law works by might,
As we don’t contradict despite.
Let’s not forget our core,
Where thoughts create our world.
Assumptions and Prejudging
Why do we assume we know someone when we haven’t walked their path? Everyone has a reason for who they are today, and we can either accept or reject them, however, accepting or rejecting them defines us, not them. Danny G.
Seeking Wisdom and Thriving
What is wisdom? Wisdom is a constant determination to grow as a person, spiritually, mentally and emotionally. Being wise is seeking the best choice at this present time, and it’s being aware we have control over our life, through thought, word and action. The only control we’ll ever have is through thought, word and action, and by constantly reminding ourselves to seek wisdom and ultimately the best pathway for our lives.
Seeking wisdom is to contemplate our choices, the pros and cons, and to seek what is best for our soul and overall well-being. When contemplating our choices we should assess whether we’re making this choice to satisfy our urges and impulses, or if we’re seeking the choices that are ultimately for our well-being. The opposite of wisdom is acting on urges and impulses which neglects contemplation, reflection, and the outcome of a decision.
When satisfying only our urges, or impulses, we don’t reflect whether these choices are for our own good, and for the well-being of everyone involved. Urges and impulses without contemplation result in poor choices that may feel good for the moment, but they end up hurting us more in the long-term.
Being angry and bitter may feel good for the moment, however, over the long-term anger and bitterness hurts us more and it gives us a sour outlook on life. Complaining about our lives and being pessimistic never brings happiness or gratitude, and when we’re in this space, we don’t appreciate the people in our lives along with everything in front of us.
Wisdom is seeking what resonates with our soul, not merely our physical senses. Seeking our soul is seeking our spiritual evolution, and it’s seeking what brings lasting joy and happiness. It’s seeking what brings inner peace, and gratitude, not merely satisfying an urge or impulse which only last momentarily.
Impulses are action without contemplation, and action without contemplation doesn’t consider the possible outcomes in a decision. Action without contemplation doesn’t seek what brings joy and happiness in the future, it only seeks this present moment.
When we make choices based only on this moment, we neglect the future in front of us. When we smoke a cigarette, we don’t consider the fact that if continued, we risk a host of health issues along with a decreased life expectancy.
What happens when everyone in the room is doing drugs, and we feel awkward, so we experiment? One time turns into two times, then we get addicted to the feeling and then our life spirals out of control.
What happens when you say I feel so stressed, I need a drink? Sooner or later every time you feel stress you revert to alcohol to reduce stress, rather than dealing with your stress the right way, through your thoughts.
Contemplation is wisdom, and assessing the options is wisdom. Seeking inner peace and lasting joy is the right pathway. When we seek what brings inner peace and lasting joy, we don’t get lost in the moment with something pointless that will bring more harm than good. Then in 20 years from now we will thank the day we sought wisdom rather than acting on impulses without contemplation.