I examined the bread that had just arrived. The clarity and transparency of the label struck me. Simple, direct, and without any chance of the reader being confused. There are three ingredients. If one wondered, as I did, what they were, they are flour, water, and salt. The label added “nothing else” to ensure I had all the information I needed to believe in the statement. The words were in plain, simple English and Arabic to eliminate any remaining doubt in the reader’s mind.
I woke this morning to enjoy the bread. As I do, I find myself listening to the whispers within, each a question. What are the ingredients of my heart and soul? Do I pay attention to what I feed them? Does my understanding reflect what others experience?
I see myself as what I hope to become. I focus on the compassion, care, and hope within. I ignore the dark spots and what each represents. There is something within me that believes in an honest awareness. The primary reason is that I know I am unconditionally accepted as I am. There is hope based on the goodness that Divinity placed in me when I was born. As I embrace being part of Divinity’s family, I take these words personally: “Do you see what we’ve got? An unshakable kingdom! And do you see how thankful we must be? Not only thankful, but brimming with worship, deeply reverent before God. For God is not an indifferent bystander.” (Hebrews 12.28)
I choose what I feed myself. It is more than just food, although that is a great starting point! I need to take on substances physically, mentally, and spiritually if I am to survive. I was taught to pay attention to my health at an early age. Candidly, the rest took time. Mentally and spiritually, I need to consume, rest, and reflect. There is a cycle to healthy living. It begins with caring for what I consume and being attentive to my heart and soul’s needs.
My goal today is for others to experience my best.
