Just Imagine

By Ndafa Alpheus

Just imagine for a second that there’s peace in every land. We, each as human beings reach out and hold each other’s hand. Just imagine for a moment if each country felt like kin. The feeling, oh so, powerful standing proud with every color skin. Just imagine for a heartbeat how quickly we could rid all hate. If compassion for each other is what we could relate. Just imagine for a minute that love rested in every soul. That each citizen on the earth prayed for peace and made the world whole. Just imagine in our lifetime we could spread hope throughout the land. Hope for peace throughout the world starting with our outstretched hand. Just imagine how much positive value you will add to any relationship when you focus on gratitude before each interaction. Consider how much more effective your work will be when you find something to sincerely appreciate in everything you do. Before you speak, before you act, before you make a decision, take time to appreciate. Look lovingly at where you are, at who you’re with, at what you’re doing, and find a reason to be thankful.

Even in the most difficult situation, there are plenty of reasons for sincere gratitude. Instead of cursing your problems, take a moment to count your blessings, and give your energy to the blessings rather than the problems. The more profoundly you appreciate something in your life, the more value you give to it. In every direction you look, there is something for which you can be sincerely thankful.

Gratitude truly opens your eyes to the incredible abundance that is all around you. Make gratitude your constant companion and that abundance becomes yours to live.

Ralph Marston