If you are trapped between two situations you cannot see them both at the same time. You can know they both exist as problems, but you never deal with them in the same observation.
This is where the role of the onlooker becomes pivotal. One who has nothing at stake and can observe unbiased from a distance. Such a person can see both problems and you in a sort of metaphysical line. But the distance of the onlooker can often allow the motivational forces behind each situation to reveal themselves [due mainly to their fixed pattern nature*].
Although this same distance can occasionally result in the onlooker drawing stereotypes on the situations; which can be dangerous for you the subject of both situations. This form of 'inconvenience' can only be removed by a professional observer, which takes time and dedication.
But thinking on a positive note: can we not all, to some degree, be onlookers for each other?
*Fueled usually be emotions in other people; greed, jealousy, lust, etc. These sort of expressions are not very good at being concealed and will be revealed if sought out.
Showing posts with label hope. Show all posts
Showing posts with label hope. Show all posts
Thursday, 25 August 2011
Saturday, 13 August 2011
Why!
There has always been one question I have asked myself in ever situation...why?
Not "why did that happen?" or "why is life not fair?" those are small questions for the children among us. I ask myself, why are you feeling this way?" or "why are you not standing up and doing something?". Usually that gets my mind pointed in the 'right' direction again. (Whichever way the right way is - varied by experience)
I say usually because there are times when you can't ask why straight away. In a way you sort of need to lay down the concrete facts, before you begin the construction of working out where to go. So what concrete do I use? The truths, that are these: I have a family that loves me, I have a home, I am well, I have great friends, I can eat each day, I am secure, I am free. I understand that some of these cannot be said by all people, but that does not matter. Coming at a situation from a point of security will ultimately lead you to success, along with time and preparation, nothing is more important.
Support of friends and family can be a big help when confronting the giant at hand. You have to get used to sharing your fears, your problems with them though. They cannot help you, if you don't give them the right information. Yes it may be hard, it may be humbling and embarrassing, but surely they will see you as a bigger person because you were willing to ask for help rather than go it alone.
Not "why did that happen?" or "why is life not fair?" those are small questions for the children among us. I ask myself, why are you feeling this way?" or "why are you not standing up and doing something?". Usually that gets my mind pointed in the 'right' direction again. (Whichever way the right way is - varied by experience)
I say usually because there are times when you can't ask why straight away. In a way you sort of need to lay down the concrete facts, before you begin the construction of working out where to go. So what concrete do I use? The truths, that are these: I have a family that loves me, I have a home, I am well, I have great friends, I can eat each day, I am secure, I am free. I understand that some of these cannot be said by all people, but that does not matter. Coming at a situation from a point of security will ultimately lead you to success, along with time and preparation, nothing is more important.
Support of friends and family can be a big help when confronting the giant at hand. You have to get used to sharing your fears, your problems with them though. They cannot help you, if you don't give them the right information. Yes it may be hard, it may be humbling and embarrassing, but surely they will see you as a bigger person because you were willing to ask for help rather than go it alone.
Friday, 10 June 2011
Vising
Or to be more precise (re)vising can be at times a seemingly tiresome affair that may feel like it is accomplishing very, very little. However, the brain is an advanced and extremely complex and unusual organ, that still baffles scientists; so who knows what goes on in there.
"You can only try your best" is what I tend to hear at college, but what about when your best isn't good enough?
1 Corinthian 2:14-16 Go look it up right now!
We have the mind of Christ! Isn't that amazing? Thinking short term here, that means i can remember AND understand all my work and revision for the exams that are facing me. No mountain of work is too big for God...He is God!
Look to God and the answers will become clear to you. No journey undertaken with the right mindset and blessing from God will fail. Even though at times it can appear to be hopeless stand tall and trust your God, for there is always Hope; and where there is Hope there is Faith.
Matthew 17:20 states that with Faith as small as a mustard seed, we can move mountains. Nothing is impossible in Faith.
But now we have to understand the right application of Faith. You cannot simple fly because you want to. The application of Faith must achieve something of purpose, either in your life or the lives of others to be brought closer to God.
What then can I do? Well you want good grades, or a promotion, or even to get on better with someone. Well heres a newsflash, God may not give you want you want. He will however give you what you need; and if you approach the situation in the right way, all will fall into place. So God may give you a promotion in order that your family is more financialy secure, or that you can exercise your talent as being a leader...the possibilites are limitless. But as I said earlier...you may not. And it's in these times we must cling to God and actively seek out His plan for us. It may take a long time, but thats where Faith comes into play again. And where there is Faith there is Growth.
"You can only try your best" is what I tend to hear at college, but what about when your best isn't good enough?
1 Corinthian 2:14-16 Go look it up right now!
We have the mind of Christ! Isn't that amazing? Thinking short term here, that means i can remember AND understand all my work and revision for the exams that are facing me. No mountain of work is too big for God...He is God!
Look to God and the answers will become clear to you. No journey undertaken with the right mindset and blessing from God will fail. Even though at times it can appear to be hopeless stand tall and trust your God, for there is always Hope; and where there is Hope there is Faith.
Matthew 17:20 states that with Faith as small as a mustard seed, we can move mountains. Nothing is impossible in Faith.
But now we have to understand the right application of Faith. You cannot simple fly because you want to. The application of Faith must achieve something of purpose, either in your life or the lives of others to be brought closer to God.
What then can I do? Well you want good grades, or a promotion, or even to get on better with someone. Well heres a newsflash, God may not give you want you want. He will however give you what you need; and if you approach the situation in the right way, all will fall into place. So God may give you a promotion in order that your family is more financialy secure, or that you can exercise your talent as being a leader...the possibilites are limitless. But as I said earlier...you may not. And it's in these times we must cling to God and actively seek out His plan for us. It may take a long time, but thats where Faith comes into play again. And where there is Faith there is Growth.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)