Peace and Greetings
Thank you for taking the time to read and absorb my blog where your comments are welcomed. Today's concept explores 'Love'. How is it possible to love someone and form a significant relationship,
when we have not loved ourselves and formed the first relationship? Love should not be sought outside of
ourselves, it should be formed and manifested within us (in-sperience – see
definition from ‘Breathing’ post) and shared with others. This format helps us to identify love within
others.
Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines ‘Love’ as a strong or constant
regard for and dedication to someone and as an attraction based upon sexual
desire. It defines ‘Relationship’ as the
state of being related, interrelated or connected.
There are those who would attribute love to their pets and objects, but
for the purpose of this post, I will focus on people. Feelings, emotions and attraction for people
come and go. With love playing such a
significant role in our existence, should these words be in its definition?
I've come to realize that love is more substantial than something as
fleeting as feelings, emotions and attraction.
Love is binding like an adhesive.
It’s stable like a foundation of a solid structure. I’m not dismissing or discounting the
feelings, emotions and attraction that people feel towards each other. They have their place; they’re manifestations
that emanate from this foundation.
When we exclaim love, is it love or something else?
I suggest that love is the progression from knowledge of someone to
understanding, inclusive of wisdom (Knowledge, Wisdom brings forth
Understand/Harmony).
Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines ‘Knowledge’ as the fact or condition
of knowing something (someone) with familiarity gained through experience or
association. It defines ‘Wisdom’ as the
ability to discern inner qualities (of someone) – insight and ‘Understanding’
as the ability to grasp meaning-to be thoroughly familiar with the character or
propensities of (someone).
We form love within ourselves, by first getting to know ourselves. Who are you, what are your likes, what makes
you unique (these are some introspective questions that we can ask ourselves to
start this process)? Along with
introspection, we should learn to spend time with ourselves (For example, when
you get in your car ride in silence or when you enter your home spend a few
minutes with all devices off). It’s
unrealistic to expect others to spend time with us when we are unwilling to
spend time with ourselves, yes? First, become
wise with the knowledge of who you are and then cultivate that wisdom to
understanding. Once you’re in harmony
with yourself, you will seek to do what’s best for yourself. This healthy love for self will lead you to
approach life in a manner that will enhance it.
Be the love that you seek and you will attract it.
Let’s try an exercise.
Perform the ‘Breathing’ exercise
described in the first post. As you
start to relax, mentally ask yourself, “What are your likes?” Allow the answers to come to you (while still
doing the ‘Breathing’ exercise). Once
the answers stop coming, then ask yourself, “What makes you unique?” Allow the answers to come to you (while still
doing the ‘Breathing’ exercise). Lastly,
mentally make the statement, “I am love, I am all powerful” (Allow that phrase
to resonate through your being). Do this
exercise for five (5) minutes. As you
become more comfortable, add more time.
Let me know your results.
