What is truth? I weigh this question often, considering experiences I have had. At different times, I have believed that the truth of a situation is defined. I no longer accept that erroneous premise. Truth of a situation, when people are involved, is like looking at the surface of a glimmering mineral through a magnifying glass. There are many facets. What I perceive is based on my experience, my knowledge base … AND this is the same for each person involved (their life experience). I do not know what I do not know. In interactions with people, I have to see through their voice, their vocal and body signals to recognize where we are the same: our humanness.
I have hurt those I love because I am focused on how I feel … I justify my position (and often feel righteous in doing so). I have thought that I am angry or defensive because of their action.
No, I make myself miserable. This is like handing them power over me (a magic wand). Today I want to understand without defending myself. Perhaps in doing so with an open heart, I will know truth.
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