1. The weather was beautiful today. Connecting with nature and celebrating life is always good. This was true as I cycled on this gorgeous day. What a gift it is
riding a bike. There are many joys I have, when I do:
a. It's an extension of my body, allowing me to zip by streets and nature. I take joy in the sense of movement I get when cycling.
b. It's good for my soul.
c. I feel integrated with the environment.
d. It allows me to be healthy, athletic and it perks me up.
e. Cycling helps me to keep a lower blood pressure.
f. I ride because it's fun.
g. It's my source of exercise in the morning and at night.
Unexpected Community
A Spanish conversation was had while traveling on the train this morning. Unexpected community with someone I didn't know was a wonderful way to start the day. Leonel shared about his love for his family which consists of his wife and three young sons----the oldest being seven.
He was on his way to a job interview. Most everyone else around on the train were in their cocoons, tethered to technology, isolated, as they read or punched away on their smart phones. It was wonderful being with some who was authentic.
2. I valued Leonel's transparency, his allowing me to know him.
Not Accepting Unacceptable Behavior“The common mistake that bullies make is assuming that because someone is nice that he or she is weak. Those traits have nothing to do with each other. In fact, it takes considerable strength and character to be a good person.”
― Mary Elizabeth Williams
Two bullies tried confronting me today on two different occasions. For more about the characteristics of a bully please read here. Neither accomplished their goal; I was not intimidated. I let them know that talking with either of them would take place when our discourse had dignity.
What a gift such difficult moments can be. They allow me to practice boundaries and detach with love from those who want to cause grief. I'm thankful for the equanimity that living by healthy principles provides.
I savor the dignity I have when I stay present, express my voice, and relate with others as equals----requiring respect and courtesy as prerequisites for any dialog. For further information that helps me keep perspective and allows me to have healthy boundaries, you can read here.
3. Serenity is mine----along with tranquility----when I don't accept unacceptable behavior or unreasonable demands.
4. I got together with friends this evening, there were eighteen of us. Experiencing community gives me hope for mankind.
5. I dined with two friends afterwards. I'm amazed with what I learned from them. The support provided clarity with challenges I'm facing.
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