A Loving Hand

"Let others lead small lives,

but not you.

Let others argue over small things,

but not you.

Let others cry over small hurts,

but not you.

Let others leave their future in someone else's hands,

but not you.

 

John Rohn

Like other tools, our hands can be used in either positive or negative action.  They can offer love or hate.  We can choose to use these tools for nurturing or destroying.  The choice is ours.

It is my choice to use my hands for the betterment of my self as well as others.  Whenever I am experiencing pain, I try to locate the exact root of the pain.  I can place my hand directly on this place and quietly ask what my body is trying to tell me.  I can say an affirmation, use a mantra, quietly chant, or accompany the experience with music.  The important thing is to then listen to what your body is trying to tell you.  Whether I place my hand on my head, heart, or belly, I feel a connection with the body, mind and spirit.  While my hand is held in place, I imagine the discomfort disengaging from my body.  I can imagine the pressure in my head being released up through my head;  the pressure in my chest embraced by the love of Divine; the disrupt in my belly can escape down into mother earth.  If this sounds doubtful, Thomas, you need to try it right now.

The same efforts can be used with a child, partner, or friend.  If they are experiencing 'dis-ease' in the body, place hands on that body part.  Send loving thoughts and Divine love into the specific area.  We will be amazed at what a difference we can make.  Talk softly to them, encouraging healthy prayer or connection with their Divine. 

We do this all of the time.  We lovingly embrace friends, exchanging loving feelings.  We shake hands to make a connection with a stranger.  We lovingly touch our children, elders, or pets.  We extend passion through our hands while gardening, painting, writing, or tinkering.  Loving care extended through our hands with healthy thoughts produces improved living.

Cultures, religions, organizations and small groups have formed circles and held hands throughout history.  We share a link with each other allowing the circulation of the loving kindness within us all.  There is more strength in our intentions when there is more than one person for form the connection.

Let's give everyone we encounter a loving hand!