Peace in a Chaotic World
There is chaos all around. Chaos in people, traffic, emotions and even within ourselves. And in times of chaos, peace is difficult to imagine. And yet, I still imagine. While on vacation recently, in one days' time, I witness three car accidents, I witnessed two verbal fights among people I care about and I felt turmoil within my own being. I'm good at identifying chaos and helping others help sort out emotions when chaos exists but less able to do so for myself. So thinking about what I would tell a friend experiencing chaos and searching for peace, these are general approached that have worked for others and now I am putting into action. First, I took a step back, both figuratively and literally, and take a deep breath. It is easy to fall into the chaos in an effort to explain why something happens to be, to defend oneself or to command another into doing something. That action usually sets the other person into the same mode and the chaos continues. Taking a step back breaks that cycle. Peace begins. Second, I left the environment. Whether locating to a different room or, if possible, leave the chaotic environment for some time, you can catch your breath. I was able to leave the environment and catch my breath and find something to refocus my thoughts and feelings. Luckily I am was in a warm location and the first thing I saw were bright yellow flowers which immediately brought a smile to my face. Relocating to put things into perspective. Peace shows its smiling face. Third, I let myself clear my mind. And to clear my mind, I did not go back to the situation that caused the chaos to figure out where to lay blame, but looked forward to what can be done to mend the situation or find some good around myself. I let the person I had issue with know that I loved him. I did not bring up the situation. I did not want to discuss. I just wanted to let this person know, I love him even with the argument. Love usually sets the path for a positive outlook and helps clear the mind. Peace brings forth love. Lastly, I let it go. So many times as humans we want to be right, place blame, look for an explanation and willing to argue to prove a point or find an answer. Letting it go allows for the station to fade into the past, leave it there where it belongs and let the healing begin. Letting go allows us to move forward in a positive manner. Peace brings peace.Â
Now I'm not saying these steps are easy to do. It takes practice to put these steps into action and it takes time to break old habits. It's a conscious choice to make to choose peace. And when the choice of peace is made, life comes back to a good and a positive place much faster and it allows for growth, love and peace. Peace to all. ~ChaChaÂ
