In all situations, I want to act in ways that are right, but in some situations, "right" is not that clear, and in a few situations, "right" not only eludes me, but eludes many around me too. Mostly in these confusing situations, I can cull the situation down to the very basics which leads to the right choice. This "basics" approach is related to my "front page news" approach which has me thinking about a situation as if the outcome is front page news. That approach usually leads me to the best possible choice. Yet, there are situations where even the front page news approach is not that clear. How do we deal with these utterly confusing situations?
Some will point to reflection, prayer, meditation, research, counseling, and more - I'm open to all paths and have tried many. Some will say step back and let the situation take its course. I've tried that too. Then, of course, there's surrender--surrendering to the powers that be, and that can be a right choice too. In fact, in one book I read recently, the author pointed to the fact that surrendering in one arena can open up opportunity in other arenas--that perspective does bring some meaning to the situation, and I love to find meaning in all actions and decisions as that energizes me in positive ways for positive action.
"Right" is often a moving target because as life changes, "right" can change too. However there are some "rights" that don't change including "rights" related to respectful, kind, loving, caring, peaceful behavior that promotes as much positivity as possible.
Onward.
