I have been paying attention lately to all the signs and clues that everything is connected. I find evidence in little instances that could certainly be categorized as coincidence. Or, as I choose to believe, I find comfort in the idea that all of us are part of a large web of life.
No matter what faith we profess (if any) we can choose to tune into or ignore our interconnectedness. I do not buy the idea that we have any control over that connection or can harness its power by simple will alone. I take a more cautious view of those who suggest that we can manifest our own reality. I do think we can all benefit from considering whether what we think, say, and do has a corresponding effect on the health of the collective.
If this is the case, ahisma becomes very important. If we allow negative, aggressive or violent thoughts or actions, the ripple effects reverberate and wound everything. If we consciously try to offer ourselves to others through service and kindness, then there is a chance that this will have a corresponding beneficial effect. So, as much as I know I put garbage into the Web, I also try hard to clean house and offset that negative energy. I offer help and honesty to anyone who seeks it from me. I try to see the point of view of others, even if I have a huge blind spot and cannot see myself in the way that others may see me.
No one is perfect. We are all human. Even that total “bleep-bleep” on the highway or at work. Especially that person. Just a reminder as you head into your day. Let’s tread lightly on the Web today because it is fragile. As we all are.
