A Time For Perspective

It's tragic to see the change that's occurring in our world, with the devastation it's left upon an entire nation (Australia) , many are lost for words in the wake of nature's destructive force.

From the force felt in QLD, with flash flooding already claiming the lives of 14 people, the bush fires south of Perth, continued drought through out South Australia and anticipated flash flooding in Melbourne, which has already hit the North West of Victoria. With conditions, as they are, the mind-state of the entire nation has shifted, undoubtedly to a sense of unity through crisis.

It's unfortunate, that crisis is needed for perspective. However, when all is lost, it's all we have. So far, I've heard many stories of survival and gratitude that the families, of many caught in the epicenter of the deluge, are safe. What I haven't heard is disappointment and anguish revolving how much material wealth has been lost. Similar to the New Orleans disasters of 2005, family and love prevail as the driving force behind the morale of every single soul effected.

My heart goes out to those evacuated, without homes or who have lost a family member/loved one. My appreciation and gratitude also exudes each and every pore for the SES (State Emergency Services) and other volunteer workers helping in the rescue efforts, in the wake of the current crises'.

Recently, on a trip to South East Asia, I witnessed, first hand, what brings a community together in the absence of material wealth, family. No matter where we traveled, the poverty, hunger, corruption and destructive force of nature was always overcome by the force of human perseverance, spiritual will and family community.

United as one, a community will always rise up against the greatest odds, and help each other, through times of hardship.

We are blessed, truly, with the ability to put into action our spiritual will, relinquishing ourselves of separatism and judgment.

As I always say, see the world through the Taoists mind and you will see that, in the face of adversity, there is always another side. In this case, the unity it's conjured for a common cause, the safety and health of our fellow earthlings (two legged and more).

Thank you to all who have suffered in this time, thank you for those who have lost so much. Thank you for uniting a nation and putting our own lives into perspective.

Love and appreciation for all.

LOVE LOVE LOVE,
Andray Voronov