"Rules from the Cradle"

I wish it rained, rather, in the afternoon and not in the evening. But, am still thankful it did rain. So, I went to the mall and spent the entire evening at a bookstore. Photographed a few books I wanna read and wanna finish reading soon.And I so love this one...

I found the guy's online scribblings and it's as enjoyable to read. Just sharing. 

Am not really in a good mood to touch-type my thoughts tonight, so I'll just share the rest of the readings I've had. I was given this "prophecy" that I should be going back to my first love ― writing ― so, am trying my best to add numbers to my monthly posts. My first for this month. Hurray! 

Here goes my "plagiarism"...

“Nobody can say anything about you. Whatsoever people say is about themselves. But you become very shaky, because you are still clinging to a false center. That false center depends on others, so you are always looking to what people are saying about you. And you are always following other people, you are always trying to satisfy them. You are always trying to be respectable, you are always trying to decorate your ego. This is suicidal. Rather than being disturbed by what others say, you should start looking inside yourself…

Whenever you are self-conscious you are simply showing that you are not conscious of the self at all. You don’t know who you are. If you had known, then there would have been no problem— then you are not seeking opinions. Then you are not worried what others say about you— it is irrelevant!

When you are self-conscious you are in trouble. When you are self-conscious you are really showing symptoms that you don’t know who you are. Your very self-consciousness indicates that you have not come home yet.”

 ―From someone called Osho

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The Rules

One, if you’re afraid to fight, then you’ll never win. 

Two, in times of tragedy and turmoil, you’ll learn who your true friends are. Treasure them because they are few and far between. 

Three, know your enemies, and never become your own worst one. 

Four, be grateful for those enemies. They will keep you honest and ever striving to better yourself. 

Five, listen to all good advice, but never substitute someone else’s judgment for your own. 

Six, all men and women lie. But never lie to yourself. 

Seven, many will flatter you. Befriend the ones who don’t, for they will remind you that you’re human and not infallible. 

Eight, never fear the truth. It’s the lies that will destroy you. 

Nine, your worst decisions will always be those that are made out of fear. Think all matters through with a clear head. 

Ten, your mistakes won’t define you, but your memories, good and bad, will. 

Eleven, be grateful for your mistakes as they will tell you who and what you’re not. 

Twelve, don’t be afraid to examine the past, it’s how you learn what you don’t want to do again. 

Thirteen, there’s a lot to be said for not knowing better. 

Fourteen, all men die. Not everyone lives. 

Fifteen, on your deathbed, your greatest regrets will be what you didn’t do. 

Sixteen, don’t be afraid to love. Yes, it’s a weakness that can be used against you. But it’s also a source of the greatest strength you will ever know. 

Seventeen, the past is history written in stone that can’t be altered. The future is transitory and never guaranteed. Today is the only thing you can change for certain. Have the courage to do so and make the most of it because it could be all you’ll ever have. 

Eighteen, you can be in a crowd, surrounded by people, and still be lonely. 

Nineteen, love all, regardless of what they do. Trust only those you have to. Harm none until they harm you.

And twenty… Never be afraid to kill or destroy your enemies. They won’t hesitate to kill or destroy you.

―  Darling Cruel, Sherilyn Kenyon

Bear with me til next time.


Toodle-oo!


 

Everything you do touches someone in some way, even though you might not understand that.

God is truly everywhere. Not necessarily inside each person, though, as how I thought. This is too much to expect, I learned. And, truly, when I allow myself get blinded by my own expectations, I'll surely face pain. I learned that I have to open my eyes to the truth of each individual, believer or non-believer. They have truths that I should be aware of and accept. This way, I can make necessary precautions and adjustments.

Human nature. Every individual has complexities, own nature, personality, attitudes, character, and so many other things that comprise them as persons. These are what make them who they uniquely are. If I try to re-create them the way I deem they should be, I only hurt myself and I hurt God who created them and me. I believe that God did not make a mistake in creating anyone. Even those everyone sees as ugly, bad, evil. God designed each one with wisdom and in His likeness. Who am I to complain? Who am I to say, "you gotta change, my friend..."? If I do, it's saying, I am better than God for I know how should people and things be. I resolved that I am not here on Earth to criticize anything, especially, people. Each one has their own purpose for walking here on Earth just like God has a very special purpose for putting me in this world. Each person is carefully designed for God's very own purpose not for my pleasure nor for my own personal satisfaction. 

I don't have to understand people. I don't have to know why criminals do what they do. It is not for me to give reasons to things. I was not put here on Earth to understand mysteries. What I know is I am placed in this world because God wants to use me as an example of love and compassion. I don't have to look at other people whether they're doing their job or not. I can only do my part in warning them, but never to dictate to them what they should do. As I do the tasks God assigned me to do, I shouldn't be critical of other people whether or not they're doing their parts. I am only responsible for myself. I should always guard myself from comparing myself to others. I always have to give my best and my excellent but without taking pride that I am better than others. I am aware that each one is doing their best. Just like me, everyone is struggling to be better everyday.  God has been patient with me as HE guides me to become the person HE wants me to be. In return, I should also be patient with people as God guides them through change.

Every now and then, the nature of people will prick me. One, two or more people will hurt me with their behavior. That will surely cause me pain. But, how I respond is a reflection of who I am inside. Certain people are simply being used by God to expose what I truly am, which I am trying to hide or keep within myself. I can't say, "I only reacted this way because of this or that person." ..."had he not done that, I wouldn't have reacted the way I did." It's so wrong to think that it's because of other people or it's because of situations that we show a certain attitude or behavior. The good or evil we do comes from the good or evil things stored up in our hearts. Most of the time, God places us in situations so these things will be exposed. And it's not because HE wants to over-expose the evil in us; but it is in order that we can be aware of it and repent; then, HE can help change us inwardly.

It's a tough job to love. But, I believe the very reason why Jesus had to walk on Earth is to show us how. He loved the people even He saw their hearts. He had compassion for them. He did not judge them; in stead, He looked at them with mercy. How wonderful will the world be if people start looking at each other not with critical mind nor with judgment but with mercy, love and compassion.

Jesus said, “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another."