Author’s note: I wrote this back in 2006, but it seems rather pertinent, so I’m reposting.

I was once asked why I don’t participate in anti-war demonstrations. I said that I will never do that, but as soon as you have a pro-peace rally, I’ll be there.
-Mother Teresa

Energy follows focus. If I focus on being against something, I am still focusing on that thing and, therefore, feeding it energy.

Terrorism is a great example of this. Terrorism seeks a response, that is its purpose. By reacting to terrorism, I give it power. If I continue to live my life without fear, on the other hand, I maintain my own power.

So, I ask you, what are you FOR? What are you in favor of, with a passion that causes you to do something about it? What would you march for, fight for, rally for, sing for, raise money for?

I am for peace, for love, and for the environment I am for freedom of expression, freedom of self, freedom of love, freedom of partnership, freedom of religion and spiritual belief, and freedom of pocketbook I am for health and healing, wherever it is needed I am for community, for making my community feel supported and nurtured, and for open communication without judgment within my community I am for abundance, with the realization that there is enough for everyone

What are you for?