Perceiving a fullness of needs
I read this quote from Dalai Lama recently,
"The idea of one side suffering defeat while the other side triumphs is out of date. Instead we have to develop dialogue. We have to make an effort if we want a peaceful, more compassionate world. It requires education, based on patience, tolerance and forgiveness. Too often violence results from greed, so we also need contentment and self-discipline."
I was struck with how Marshall Rosenberg, PhD, describes the principle that we are the ONLY one that can perceive whether our needs are fulfilled or not. It is my understanding that our contentment is a function of our perception of need fulfillment. As we practice gratitude, non-attachment to our out-dated perceptions of what it takes to have needs satisfied, we are capable and are empowered to simplify and open a wider understanding of contentment.
May you sense the fulfillment of your needs today. May acceptance, gratitude, and a desire for everyone's needs being met allow us to let go of attachment to an idea of what it might require for us to be content.
Imagine the fullness and beauty of all your needs and everyone else's.
Grace in, peace out,
Brooke
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