This is the first expansion of my blog beyond food. It is, however, really an extension of what I set out to do. This Sunday Revelation is not preaching, not righteous but in some small way, I hope it is about bringing people together. Just as I do with my food and writing, I share because food is a common denominator among all people bringing people and different cultures together. It is my hope that I can adequately express ideas that show how we are all connected and not really that different.
For me, the current change I am trying to make in my thought process is to be able to look at another, and rather than make assumptions/judgments, look for something positive in that individual. This change should not really be that hard. If we are honest with ourselves, though, our thoughts are so ingrained in our minds from such a young age. And so influenced by where and who we grew up with. This change takes a lot of introspection and being able to look critically at my own thoughts.
This is an issue I have known about for a long, long time. I have looked at it before and made some progress but never truly committed to changing it. It is scary because I am now sharing my goal with you, my readers. By making this desire public, I cannot hide in my own thoughts and kid myself that I am working on changing this perspective.
Why is turning my thoughts from judgment to positive thoughts of others so important? In the physical reality we live in, it means that the energy I give off to another will be good, not the negative vibe I must be given off because the thought is negative. Simple, we get back what we give out. Most of us accept this basic principle. In the recent past, Rhonda Byrne’s book “The Secret” challenged us to consider that our thoughts become reality.
Even if this concept is too out there for you, the basic idea that putting out positive energy, instead of negative energy, has got to help me, bring me more happiness. By extension, if we all practiced a more positive outlook, a more positive few of others, wouldn’t world peace seem like a possibility?
Carol at Wild Goose Tea
Peter, I waited a week to respond. I was very curious at what kind of a response you would get. To be honest I’m quite surprised about the lack of response. I would expect with the popularity of Rhonda’s books more would have responded. She does a great job at starting people on the beginning journey of exactly what you are talking about— mastering your thoughts and considering and taking responsibility for the energy you are emitting. Realizing in doing so you are co-creating a positive atmosphere/reality for yourself as well as others. Fault finding and the sky is falling energy gets far too much air time in everyday life. Focusing your thoughts and words on the positive, on abundance thinking versus a scarcity attitude, empowerment thinking versus victim mentality is not an easy task, but it’s a worthy one So I am pleased to discover you have joined the gathering force to turn the tide.
Peter Block
Wow. What a thoughtful response. Carol, I think that since this is a new dialogue for the blog, people are not yet comfortable speaking. I also think that many people have similar thoughts about spirituality but are not comfortable speaking publicly about those thoughts. Thanks so much for joining the conversation and sharing.
Katie @ Live Half Full
I’m a HUGE believer in the power of positive thought. I used to write “Take Time Tuesday” posts where I would share what I was grateful for that week. I’m bringing them back this month if you would like to join!
Deena
I’m not a religious person, I’m an atheist – but I follow a lot of American people on recipe blogs, and mostly, they are people of faith. Actually, you are one of two bloggers I read who aren’t Christian. I am all for fellow feeling, with people of all types. I think it is a great aim and I support your aim. Good luck with new way of looking at things and thank you for all your fantastic recipes. Deena, from Nottingham, UK
Peter Block
Deena, thanks so much for your kind words. This is putting myself out there but responses like yours make this effort, this journey so beautiful! Bless you!