A Touch of Spring Today

Mornin'

Depending on where you are at in the states or the world today, think Spring! In the northeastern section of the United States, we will be experiencing above average, springlike temperatures today; a moment to catch our breath from suffering a brutal winter. But does it end with exteriors. I think not.

I believe it is important to remember that we can always have our own Spring, or rebirth, within ourselves at any moment and on any given day. That moment when we can stop, breathe, and rejuvenate our minds and souls is necessary for any healthy lifestyle. It is in those times when I get frustrated or angry with self and others that I need this the most. I usually need it in times of indecision as well.

This strategy of taking time out for ourselves to rebirth our thoughts gives all of us stability; a better platform from which we can reason. I have lived at both ends of the spectrum and realize that living in the grey area is far better than living at one pole. Actually, I strive to live closer to the pole at which peace and serenity reside. To hover there is impossible so I think the best all or us can do is work diligently to get close.

If you take one thing away from my blog entry today, I hope it is this: Just as the spring brings forth new life and beginnings for flora and fauna, so can it do the same for us humans in at least two ways. It can happen literally or metaphorically. Although many creatures' brains are not evolved enough to reasons like us humans, they seem to be able to live a life less burdened with cares and concerns. On the flip side of the coin, we humans can use our ability to reason to not only detect when our thoughts and emotions go awry, but also devise schemes whereby we can change the variables and alleviate the consequences of these issues. The other animals in our world live so simply that they never stray too far from the beaten path.

We as humans tend to use our gifts of intelligence and all the other traits unique to our species to sometimes get us into difficult emotional spaces. Knowing that a) we will always stray from our balanced center at times and b) that we have the gift of reason and many other traits, we can always get back on track the have our rebirth of the mind and soul whenever we choose. Happy "Spring" in advance.

Peace