Peace Begins Within Us

Listen to oneself. Listen to one’s body. Above all, listen to one’s thoughts about peace within one’s mind, spirit and flesh. Peace begins within us. When one’s mind is quiet, one’s attention can be on this moment. We can focus on the people we are with.

When we find peace within ourself, we can be present with whatever and whoever is around us.
When we find peace within ourself, we can feel into our gut and listen carefully to whatever we may be sensing.
When we find peace within ourself, we can listen to another person without feeling the need to defend or prove ourself.

When we find peace within ourself, we have the space to respond to what we experience, rather than to react immediately.
When we find peace within ourself, we glow and others experience our light.
When we find peace within ourself, we bring peace with us, which others can share and experience as our peaceful attitude and words.

When we find peace within ourself, we do not worry about tomorrow and we definitely do not worry about yesterday. Instead, we experience this moment fully, we enjoy this moment, and we remember this moment clearly and joyfully.

When we find peace within ourself, we move into a flow state easily and we respond to surprises with grace.
When we find peace within ourself, intense experiences become more likely to fill us with energy than to exhaust us.

When we find peace within ourself, we are better able to heal ourself, and others are much more likely to find healing with us.
When we find peace within ourself, we are able to empathize deeply with others’ troubles, and are more likely to find words or responses that heal.

When we find peace within ourself, we are able to accept and appreciate others’ affection and love.
When we find peace within ourself, we are able to model how to bring a peaceful presence.