I seek harmony in life--I like the kind of harmony that's positive, the kind that lifts people up and supports the good in life and the world. Where does that harmony exist and where do I still need to do some work to support harmonious relationships and events.
There is harmony within my immediate family. We support and take care of one another. We see each other often and are there for one another. This is good and I want to see this continue. Ways that I can continue to support this harmony include staying in touch, planning nice family events, and being helpful when help is needed. The big events in the near future include family celebrations, help with family changes including moves and babies, and lots of listening as lives change, challenges are met, and new hopes and dreams are pursued.
There's harmony in many of my extended family, friend, and neighborhood relations as well. Similar to my immediate family, these relationships are nurtured by getting together often, being there for one another when people need help, and supporting one another's dreams and hopes. It's actually that simple. In the days ahead there are a number of friend-, neighbor-, and extended family-get togethers coming up.
There is some disharmony too in my midst. Mostly what's in the way of this disharmony is a lack of good communication, common pursuit, good manners, same philosophies, and apt care for one another. How can I work to make change in these areas--what can I do?
Poor communication
Poor communication truly hampers good relationships. Poor communication includes judging without listening, poor manners, lack of listening in general, and too much or too little communication. To change this, I want to think about apt patterns of communication, good manners, better listening, and a quest to find common denominators with those with whom I experience disharmony.
Distance and too much time
Distance and too much time hampers good relationships. I regret letting too much time lapse between seeing friends when I was super busy raising children and working full time. I wish I had revised my schedule so that I nurtured some valued relationships I had at the time. That said, I want to learn from that mistake and make sure that I do see friends at good intervals--the kind of just-right intervals that nurture the relationships rather than harm them.
Listening and hearing
It's so important to be a good listener who truly hears what loved ones have to say. Knowing your loved ones well helps you to be a good friend or family member. I want to work on best possible listening and hearing.
Helpfulness
It's critical to be helpful - when people are in need, it's critical to be there for them.
Common Interests
Sharing time with people and engaging in common interests builds good relationships.
We can all work towards harmony in all of life's endeavors and relationships. I'm thinking about that today. Onward.
