The House All Humans Live In

A friend

may well be reckoned

the masterpiece of Nature.

Ralph Waldo Emerson



Thinking of our world as the house all humans live in, we are called to extend our kindness, respect, and honor into a larger arena.  As we broaden our definition of friend, we begin to treat all people in a friendlier manner.   As strangers become friendly, our concept of the world shifts from a largely foreign place to a community of friends.  When we begin to experience our life as being in a friendly environment, our environment begins to change.  Perception once changed can color our surroundings from black and white to vibrant colors with complimentary hues.

When we enhance the  attitude we offer  to our world, we begin to receive an improved response.  The improved response lifts our spirits and encourages to pass forward more happiness and joy.  We are more apt to extend a hand of kindness to neighbors, old friends, and to appreciate the beauty in nature more and more.  We will have a stronger sense of being connected rather than experiencing loneliness in an isolated world.

***This post was inspired by a writing in TRANSITIONS.  Julia Cameron is a well known writer and author of numerous best selling books.  She has written poetry and essays; has credits in television, films, and theater; and is an award winning journalist.  In her book entitled, TRANSITIONS, Prayers and Declarations for a Changing Life, Julia Cameron offers ways to face challenges while developing creativity.