I walked through the night, knowing I was alone. The shadows dancing in front of me told me otherwise. My initial fear quickly subsided as I remembered where I was. I live in a place that has few, if any, individuals who will physically loot, rob, or assault others. I cannot remember the last time it occurred, with a formal revelation in the press or informally shared through social media. In this place, one can be confident that the shadows in one’s life will not do you physical harm. I walk, listening to Life’s whispers and the observations and lessons gifted for my consideration.
When you have something precious, fear often shows itself. There are links in my life, all connected to what I value. I look for a guard to protect my valuables. I try to hide them when I am vulnerable to avoid advertising a temptation to those with less. The premise for my actions is an old one: “The more loot you get, the more looters show up. And whatfun is that – to be robbed in broad daylight?” (Ecclesiastes 5.11)
I guard the replaceable while leaving the priceless out for anyone to take. Physical items can be replaced. The money, cars, and other possessions I hold onto are valuable to me, even as I know they are replaceable. With the shadows in mind, I consider the priceless items within my heart and soul – memories, beliefs, relationships, and trust. I see myself carelessly letting individuals into my trusted inner circle. I create opportunities for the untrustworthy to damage my memories, tamper with my beliefs, destroy relationships, and steal trust. The dangerous shadows that threaten me are ones of my creation.
Today is an opportunity for me to create shadows to protect my mind, heart, and soul. In my embrace of Divinity, I discover her shadow remains over me. In holding onto compassion and kindness, I realise I am never alone. I am part of a force for good in a battle of good versus evil. In trusting the trustworthy, I expel danger.
