The Richard Rohr Daily Meditation of January 18 offers this sentiment expressed by a Georgia elder: "I'm living between Oh Lord and Thank You, Jesus." What a great way to express what we are all living through these days--nearly incomprehensible horribleness intermingled with the goodness of humanity trying to shine through it all.
A huge part of "value yourself more" is self-care via a daily spiritual practice. This keeps us connected to Something Bigger, the essence of goodness within all of us. The practice enables me to acknowledge the "Oh Lord" without falling into complete despair. The goal is to stay focused on "Thank You, Jesus." It's not a blind Pollyanna attitude, simply being able to hold bad and good, and not be crippled by the combination.
Note that the practice of "value yourself more" does not include "value others less."
Let us lift each other up.
Leta
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