I was actually thinking of Marina’s message during my morning meditation, but in the form of a question. How can I show up as my best in good times and in bad?
I watched how my thoughts were tied to expectations and so paused to feel what arose. If my hopes were actualized, I felt happy. If not, I felt sadness. I knew how it felt to be a slave to outer circumstances.
I knew what to do. (My answer below*.)
And, like many of us, I have shown up “not so good” when at my worst. And how grateful I am to those who can still see the best in me.
My dog, Shanti, did.
Animals are great teachers- whether in our homes or in the wild. Many are suffering; some into extinction. Join me in saying thank you to those who see the best in us- even when at our worst.
