3 a.m. Peace Piece

Currently, there are 4000 religions being practiced on Earth. Taking that with which we in the West are familiar with in a curious or cursory capacity, by and large, Christianity has 33,000 denominations in and of itself. 1 religion with 33,000 discernable divergences or distinct schisms.  Many of the clashes and contentions throughout history have been, at heart, the driving force behind totalitarian regimes, genocides, and rapes of culture unjustly vilified by the conflict of intupretation and application of constraints contributed to a single diety.  

Let me shed some light with an empirical, observable, repeatable measure indicating a simple adjustment that smothes out the wrinkles and ruffles.  Before speaking or acting we must ask ourselves, "Is what I want to say or do the LOVING thing?"  Every time, it works.  I highly encourage you to do the research.  Try loving your neighbor. Try compassion for those experiencing struggles. Try holding your critical, combative tongue when someone explodes from the pressure of their perceived misery. Be patient. Trust the process. 

Try love's shoes. Walk a mile. I guarantee, if you can commit to this filter, the world in which you live will become a more welcoming and comfortable place.  This shift could, if we so purpose and choose, become the foundation for a world with respect for one another, dignity for all, and lasting peace among us.  Love.  Wherever you feel lead to seek it, I am grateful for your pursuit and purpose, and you are my trusted companion.

Three a.m. musing. Be safe, be well, be kind.