Seek the life force

“There is a force within that gives you life. Seek that. Ignore those who make you fearful and sad.” ~Rumi

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’re hyper-aware of the chaos in our country and the rest of the world. Even if you don’t follow at least one (reputable) news source, your social media accounts are probably keeping you on edge and fueling your anger or anxiety.

While I’d love to start the new year with renewed optimism, it’s hard not to feel uneasy, exhausted, and worried about the future. But we can’t rebuild what’s broken or recover from a national crisis without believing that something better is entirely possible.

It helps to have a support system of friends and loved ones to support that belief, especially during unsettling times. As the poet Rumi advises, anything that makes us “fearful and sad” won’t light the way — and that includes the people we encounter every day. We must keep seeking “the force” that ignites our positive energy and brings us back to life. Spend time today with someone who gives you hope. ~CL