A Vision for the World

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August 9, 2017 a project of ServiceSpace The power for creating a better future is contained in the present moment: You create a good future by creating a good present. - Eckhart Tolle - A Vision for the World Brother David Steindl-Rast has a vision for the world. One where people's attitude is changed by whatever is given, and whatever the circumstance, whatever is given is seen as a gift. And then of course, the appropriate response to a gift is gratitude. The gift hidden in our unprecedented world crisis is an equally unprecedented opportunity. The opportunity to wake up to the madness of violence. The opportunity to look deeply into our own hearts to see and be with the roots of this violence. Here in my heart I can turn fear into courageous trust, agitation to stillness and confusion into clarity. What a gift! Following the creative intelligence of gratitude to light up the unique path for each one of us. This will change much more than a mood, it can change a world. { read more } Be The Change Ask the question, "Where are the roots of violence in me?" Take time to notice the sensations in your body -- what is there? For more inspiration check out the Gratefulness website. { more } COMMENT | RATE               Related Good News Bhutan's Dark Secret to Happiness A Yuletide Gift of Kindness 5 Things Science Says Will Make You Happier Ten Ways to Set A Positive Tone For the New Year Beannacht: A Blessing for the New Year Reclaiming the Lost Art of Walking Teen Creates App So Bullied Kids Never Have to Eat Alone The End of Solitude DailyGood is a volunteer-run initiative that delivers "good news" to 243,603 subscribers. There are many ways to help. To unsubscribe, click here. Other ServiceSpace projects include: KindSpring  //  KarmaTube  //  Conversations  //  Awakin  //  More