I can see peace instead of this. . .

Choosing to see, and feel peace in the midst of the chaos that’s so common in our lives is a decision that will change every minute of every experience from this day forward.  Perhaps this seems like a stretch of the imagination that one could live this way.  And I won’t pretend that it’s an easy choice initially, but it is doable and it does become almost second nature with consistent practice. I highly recommend it, in fact.

My life has changed immeasurably since making a commitment to the practice of seeing peace rather than the distractions that can throw us off the “divine” course that has been charted for us.  Distractions are never-ending.  We can expect them.  The ego loves to pull us off course, actually.  But distractions do not have to take up space in our minds.  What we allow to “rest” there, is up to us.  What we give our attention to is up to us.  If we want peace, we can have it.  Let me repeat that: if we want peace, we can have it!

Perhaps you are wondering why I am even suggesting this practice.  There are many reasons, actually.  One, living in a chaotic world, even if it’s confined to our nuclear family, creates the kind of inner stress that prevents us from living quiet, mindful lives.  In other words, stress dictates how we feel and how we respond to the many more joyful opportunities that are always trying to get our attention.  We deserve the joy.  That’s why it has come calling.

Another reason for the practice is that we are sure to miss many of the ways our Higher Power is trying to get our attention if our minds are engaged all the time in the chaos of events that are happening around us.  Life will continue to happen, and most of what is happening is not our business, in fact.  As a friend of mine “in the rooms” is fond of saying: there are two kinds of business; my/your business and none of my/your business.  If I want to make the choice of what’s my business in a consistent way, I will be choosing peace on a very frequent basis.  The same would be true for you.

You may not be as committed as I am to being at peace.  Perhaps my age has made it more appealing.  But I do know that I experience more joy as a result. I experience an inner calmness on a regular basis.  And living in doubt no longer haunts me.  Never does it haunt me.  I know that God is present when I make the choice to see peace.  In this choice I can be certain that all answers I need are moving toward me.

It’s a simple choice.  Consider making it today.  You and your companions will benefit.  Absolutely!