Earth is unique, a treasure, a one of a kind, just like each of us. She is beautiful, stunning in grandeur and diversity, and home to countless citizens, of which you and I - humans in general - are just a small part. Copernicus revolutionized the world view of his day by declaring that the Earth was not the center of the Universe. So too must we now see that humanity is not the center of the universe either.
In the past man’s compulsion to modify the environment has blinded us to how much we have placed the entire web of life on the planet (including ourselves) in jeopardy. But now, through research and the efforts of many organizations and prominent leaders, we DO know and can no longer ignore the consequences of our past actions.
According to the ancient texts, mankind was created to be the gardeners, the stewards and caretakers of this beautiful planet. It didn’t take long for us to be metaphorically thrown out of the Garden. Since that time, at some deep level, we have yearned and ached to return.
The truth of the matter is that we never really left. The Garden is all around us, waiting for us to re-claim our role. To choose to become, once again, the caretakers and gardeners who protect, respect and nurture all life. Every living thing deserves to have an environment that assures its continuity and wellbeing. Every living thing is vital to the overall health of the planet.
All forms of life possess consciousness - the plants, trees, rocks and even the planet herself are alive and aware. It is imperative that we remember how to communicate and partner with nature to re-establish balance and harmony for all.
With common agreement and intent to think globally and to embrace all life we may be greatly surprised at how quickly balance is restored. I believe that the earth herself will conspire with us to bring about the best possible solutions for all life, if we but ask for her assistance. We have the greatest opportunity of all time before us. I pray that we tap into our greatest potential and vision, re-claim our responsibility for the Garden and help each other as never before.
Because we live in a world of duality (day/night, light/dark, heavy/light, etc.) it is of primary importance to find and strive to maintain balance between the opposing forces. Duality is in fact a blessing and a gift. It is the source of all creative energy.
Ahneeka
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ReplyDeleteAhneeka,
ReplyDeleteTruly a remarkable writing - pointing out how “all life” as part of the whole and how we never really left. Striving for unity and balance personally will affect the whole consciousness.
Lahua