Results: Choose Love

Do you believe that hate destroys love and happiness?

Whatever you see in the external world is a manifestation of our collective inner state. Whenever wars happen, they reflect the inner hate and anger within people. Do you believe this to be true?

The only way to end wars or make peace with people who've hurt us or who hold opposing worldviews is to recognize that we are fundamentally all the same, and we need to work together for mutual growth and progress. The only way to resolve conflict is to become aware of our higher nature. Do you believe this to be true?

Empathy, understanding, and forgiveness have immense power. The moment you try to understand or forgive you are no longer caught in the clutches of hate. Maybe someone wronged you, maybe you felt hurt at that moment, but that moment is gone. And there's a good chance they didn't mean to hurt you; they were just hurting inside and didn't realize what they were doing. Do you agree?

The same is true for you. Instead of blaming or berating yourself for your mistakes and shortcomings, recognize that you've always done the best you could given your background, conditioning, and coping skills. Self-hatred won't change the things you've done in the past; it will just make you more likely to do things you'll feel bad about. And hatred toward other people won't change how they are; if anything, hateful words and actions will just inflame them more—but with understanding and kindness, we actually have a chance of learning and growing together. Do you agree?

Hate is like a chain; it binds you. The moment you forgive, you are cutting those chains to the past. You are free. The moment you forgive, you create a chance for love to grow. Send love to everyone. Because love has the power to win any battle, even the one within. Do you agree?

Think of the most loving experience you have ever had. When you felt immense love that transcended all boundaries and barriers. Close your eyes and feel this love. When you feel it, observe yourself and notice how everything feels balanced and in a state of bliss. Mentally, you will feel creative. Physically, you will feel this beautiful energy. And emotionally, you will feel nourished. That's what love does to you. Did you feel the change physically and mentally?

Will you try to show more love to yourself and others in an effort to end all the hate in the world?