Hot Summer

Usually, July is a quiet month in the world of politics, relationships, and weather. The sun is shining, everyone is in vacation mode, and family reunions (rather than feuds) are the order of the day.

This July, as we predicted, is hot in more ways than one. The United States is in the grip of a massive heat wave, fires rage, and the Middle East is in the midst of a war. The "lazy, hazy days of summer" certainly doesn't describe July 2006!

So, will you be a support to the status quo or a force for change? This is a wondrous time to recognize your power in the broader world. And you do have power. Gossiping, avidly watching (or reading) the news, or complaining about what is happening all diminish your power. We know that it is the "business of the news" to scare you, to make you feel that the world is in crisis, if not falling apart. But what you focus on, increases. If you are fearful and worried, you use your power to create more fear and worry in your life. You have no (effective) power left to change the world.

Changing your life into one of peace and innovation, and therefore changing the entire human world, is easily described: Stay away from contact with fear-mongering (the news, gossip). Focus on your daily life and making it good. (Practice relaxation techniques, grow a garden, be with people you love, take care of your body, start a project you've always wanted to explore.) If you can do something about a situation, take care of it. (If you're a firefighter, help put out the fires. If you're a diplomat, mediate.) But if participation in an event is not a part of your direct life, do not involve your Mind. Living in joy and peace, you create joy and peace.

Nothing that is happening now will have devastating effects within the earth. It is all, however, uncomfortable. Your power lies in shunning discomfort and embracing enjoyment, thereby sending the (powerful) energies of joy and peace into the world.

Blessings,
Kathy

Freedom

This evening, I was lucky enough to see the movie "Good Night, and Good Luck." While the movie closely parallels what is happening now (politically and sociologically) and is inspirational because of the principled stand that the main characters take, it also has personal implications for each of us. It reminds us that who we are and how we project what we are into the world, matters. When we have the courage to act with honesty and integrity, we can change the world and we improve the quality of our lives.

Living with intent, acting with intent, as well as seeking the entire truth of a matter, are the hallmarks of a life well lived. Do you accept what is told (or represented)? Or do you look more deeply, seek more answers, and think about life? Material possessions, relationships, a "spiritual" view of life - none of these make a difference in your level of peace and happiness if you don't live an aware and fully developed existence.

The news the past few days has been full of Korea's launching of missiles. How have you reacted? Do you know that the reach of these missiles is 600 miles? Do you know that Korea does not have the capability of arming them with nuclear devices? Or do you think that North America is in danger of being attacked by nuclear weapons from Korea? Are you living in fear or are you seeking out complete information? Are you living a completely aware life or are you accepting the "sound bites" and opinions of others?

Are you intent on living a free and informed life or are you accepting what others tell you? The "truth" will set you free!

Blessings,
Kathy