World peace first begins in our heart
Roberta M. Helming Ledyard
Publication: The Day
Published 03/20/2010 12:00 AM
Updated 03/19/2010 11:20 PM
While it's a lofty goal to want to bring peace to a large number of people all at one time, peace happens one person at a time in our own smaller worlds. We all need to live our daily lives, promoting peace in our own way.
As we focus on our busy lives, we need to remember that peace begins in our hearts and thoughts. Kindness is contagious and with our actions - wishing someone a good day - we have the power to spark other people's hearts and thoughts to perpetuate an act of kindness.
Don't stereotype, label or profile people based on country of origin, race, culture, religion, sexual orientation, language or accent. Respect people for who they are in their heart, mind and soul. Without this, peace isn't possible.
We all share commonalities. We cry, hurt, laugh, love our children. We may not have the same skin color, style of dress or language, but acceptance of differences in people will create strong bonds and promote peace, locally and, ultimately, the world over.
Copyright Roberta M. Helming
I feel it is important to do what we can to make a difference in this world. This is my contribution.
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