Everything in existence is connected. With this in mind, and the fact that life is supposed to be a journey; not just existing, I have some thoughts to consider, regarding a persons life journey and the environmental seasons:
Living in climates where there are no real seasons, and just simple little changes here and there, of rain & lush green, drought & dryness, wind or calm...this can be compared to a persons life, whereby they don't change much; they live life basically just existing and doing the same thing day in and day out, with only a few slight changes here and there, but nothing that makes any difference worth noting. And, some people are happy living like that, but some are not.
Living in climates where there are four seasons (Spring, Summer, Fall & Winter) - there are the four seasons, but a person never knows exactly what the impact will be; how beautiful (or severe) each will be, how long or short they will last, when they will begin, etc. Some people love every season, but some people don't. Comparing this to a persons life, whereby they really are embracing the journey and love to experience changes and follow wherever they are lead to go/do/be. There are challenges that are faced. Some are not enjoyable, but there is always something to look forward to, after the challenge is completed. Some people love every environmental season, but some do not; they like the idea of living somewhere that the climate is pretty consistent.
To those who are in the first scenario and don't like being there - I encourage you to try to break out of that and begin to make changes, little by little. As you do, making changes will become easier and easier; just don't be afraid of the challenges you'll face, because perseverance will get you through (just as we persevere through the environmental seasons). You will discover more enjoyment in life and really be set on the journey you're supposed to be on.
For those who are in the second scenario and don't like living where there are four seasons - perhaps I've given you a new perspective about looking at it all and relating it to your life journey. Then, you might just embrace the seasons through a whole new light.....perhaps.
For me, I've lived in a climate of no real seasons for most of my life. My life has definitely been a journey of changes, and when I visit places with seasons, I love them. I'm looking forward to living where I can experience the four seasons, and I hope to keep this blog message at the front of my mind when I don't think I'm enjoying some aspects of any of them. :-)
**I do need to acknowledge that both types of climates offer ways of having fun during those seasons (or lack thereof), so these things could be something that helps to contribute to a person enjoying where they're at. After all, every person was created differently and the various environments around the globe were created to be different.
Thursday, September 12, 2019
Monday, May 27, 2019
A Lesson From Birds
We can learn from birds.
These small creatures were created with feathers that repel water, and even keep them warm. (I thought about this "warmth", when I bought a jacket with feathers in it, to make it a warm jacket)
Also, birds were created with tiny legs & claws that seem too small to hold the weight of their body, when holding on to tree branches and other things. (I consider it a miracle that they don't get blown off a tiny tree branch, when the wind is blowing strong).
We human beings, when going through the storms of life, more often than not, throw a fit, need therapy, take a life, God forbid, etc. We just don't handle stress, and other challenges of life very well. Some people worry about money and where their next meal will come from.
Birds...They wake up singing. They sing in the morning, they sing through storms, they sing in the evening. They don't worry about where their next meal comes from, cause they know their Creator will provide. They don't worry about the weather, cause they know they will be protected. Their tiny "feet" hold on tight to whatever they are perched on, as they are blown around in the wind, and rained on, and cold weather/snow doesn't keep them from enjoying life, cause they are provided for by their Creator.
If we start waking up with a song on our heart each morning, and throughout the day, instead of thinking/focusing on all the seemingly negative things in life, being grateful for everything, instead of complaining, it's a guarantee that our lives will change. Have you ever heard, "What you put out into the world, comes back to you"? Well, I can attest that it's true! Have you ever noticed someone you know, whom you consider a "good" person, and yet they seem to go through "bad" situations all the time? One reason may be that, though they are "good", they may complain about things. Let's try being grateful for everything, seemingly good & bad, holding on tight during life challenges, trusting in the Creator to get us through, as we learn the lessons we're supposed to; cause life is a classroom.
Conclusion: This world needs a LOT more positive energy; it has way too much negative energy. Let's begin making a difference, and not getting caught up in everyone else's negative, but influencing others to be positive.
There is so much to learn from nature (not just birds) on how to live, if we'd just pay attention.
These small creatures were created with feathers that repel water, and even keep them warm. (I thought about this "warmth", when I bought a jacket with feathers in it, to make it a warm jacket)
Also, birds were created with tiny legs & claws that seem too small to hold the weight of their body, when holding on to tree branches and other things. (I consider it a miracle that they don't get blown off a tiny tree branch, when the wind is blowing strong).
We human beings, when going through the storms of life, more often than not, throw a fit, need therapy, take a life, God forbid, etc. We just don't handle stress, and other challenges of life very well. Some people worry about money and where their next meal will come from.
Birds...They wake up singing. They sing in the morning, they sing through storms, they sing in the evening. They don't worry about where their next meal comes from, cause they know their Creator will provide. They don't worry about the weather, cause they know they will be protected. Their tiny "feet" hold on tight to whatever they are perched on, as they are blown around in the wind, and rained on, and cold weather/snow doesn't keep them from enjoying life, cause they are provided for by their Creator.
If we start waking up with a song on our heart each morning, and throughout the day, instead of thinking/focusing on all the seemingly negative things in life, being grateful for everything, instead of complaining, it's a guarantee that our lives will change. Have you ever heard, "What you put out into the world, comes back to you"? Well, I can attest that it's true! Have you ever noticed someone you know, whom you consider a "good" person, and yet they seem to go through "bad" situations all the time? One reason may be that, though they are "good", they may complain about things. Let's try being grateful for everything, seemingly good & bad, holding on tight during life challenges, trusting in the Creator to get us through, as we learn the lessons we're supposed to; cause life is a classroom.
Conclusion: This world needs a LOT more positive energy; it has way too much negative energy. Let's begin making a difference, and not getting caught up in everyone else's negative, but influencing others to be positive.
There is so much to learn from nature (not just birds) on how to live, if we'd just pay attention.
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