I believe that many situations are better engaged by the preparation of a correct state of mind. I would like to share with you the following meditation that came to me this morning as you engage tomorrow, entering what could be a very chaotic and stressful day.
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Tomorrow each and every one of you will have the opportunity to:
laugh at long lines.
bring a chair for a person who needs one.
spend some time with a child so a parent can take some time off.
be patient but determined, never giving up.
ask someone in line if they need something to warm them up.
knock on the door of a friend and a neighbor to make certain they do the same.
remember that this is not a war and we are in this together no matter the result.
act like the Brother's keeper that you can be.
do all of this because you are lucky to do so. You did not earn it, someone else fought hard to earn it for you as a gift. Accept the gift. Treasure it.
discover many chances to become better than the person you are today. Accept the gift. Treasure it.