What are you passionate about? I am passionate about so many things that occasionally it sends me into a state of anxiety. If you knew the things I’m passionate about, that statement makes me seem a bit like a walking oxymoron.. ok, let me explain. You see, I’m passionate about finding balance, peace and simplicity. I’m passionate about wanting people to get along despite their differences. I’m passionate about nature and living self sustainably, leaving a small carbon footprint, being a non consumerist while using what I have. However, in everyday life and on social media I come across those whose convictions and passions are not the same as mine. I will gently (most of the time) voice my opinions and hope I’m not overstepping any boundaries.
I am on several groups in the FB and instagram world. There I can share my views and passions. I am mostly met with encouragement from like minded people. I should be satisfied with that but then I’ll see some video or picture on social media of how a poor little sea turtle somehow lost its life to a plastic straw that made its way to the ocean and I’m sent into an unreasonable state of anxiety. I say unreasonable because in all honesty I can’t do anything directly and right that minute to save that little turtle, or help those hungry kids in a third world country or even convince my electric company not to cut down all the trees under the powerlines. Yes, lol I would rather have trees than electricity but apparently I’m the only one that feels that way including my husband. But seriously, trying to satisfy my inner passions sometimes keeps me up at night and that is not the balance or peace I strive for. By now you can probably see what I mean by a walking oxymoron.
So, what do I do? Well, I’ve learned to surround myself with like minded people ( and lots of cuddly farm animals hehe). I take in as many barefoot sunsets as possible. I meditate and set my intentions monthly (on the full moon, more on that later) and burn sage in prayer to let all that negative energy go. I express how I feel and try not take it personally when others don’t empathize. I make lots of wishes on dandelions and shooting stars. I’m learned that having peace is a battle and my choice of weapons is essential.
I am going to be who I am and rest in the peace and simplicity that that is enough. ~ Kate