DocM
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Alysia,
I had it easy starting this thread on a perfect, idyllic type day. For one to take a tragedy, that of an injured kitten being put down, and see the same beauty in the interactions, cycle of life, death and energy, well let's just say that takes an enlightened soul indeed. My feeling of connectedness and resonance occured in my neck of the woods, while in Israel and Lebanon there is unthinkable tragedy being played out at the same time.
My key understanding, and that of a few beautiful souls that I've met is that while we can learn from tragedy, it is not an absolute necessity of life. Due to the nature of our minds, what we deeply believe often comes to pass. If we believe that there is nobility in tragedy and overcoming disease/misfortune, we will create it (whether we are aware of this or not). If we can free our thoughts, we can realize that harmony, excellent health and good things are our birthrights - if we believe in them.
Tragedy can sneak up on anyone or any group of people, but it is not our lot in life (unless we ingrain it into our belief systems - despite what pessimists might say). As a physician, I constantly see this. I hear older patients tell me of the inevitability of disease and disability. And wouldn't you know it, those people often are struck in severe ways when they are older. In other parts of the world, where nursing homes and inevitable decay are not ingrained into the belief systems, we see 80 year old men and women walking, working, carrying groceries - because that is how they expect their old age to be. Of course diet and genetics play a role. But intent, whether stated or ingrained in belief is a strong driving force.
But thank you, Alysia for reminding me that being in tune with C1 means being in tune with both the good and mellow events along with the tragedies. We can feel and learn from both.
Love,
Matthew
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