Unconditional

I have learned some invaluable lessons about loving others unconditionally over the past few years. I think I have lived the majority of my life being determined, being driven, being self-righteous, being focused on self and filtering my understanding of life through my experiences and interpretations of it. That doesn’t mean that I haven’t been kind or loving. It just means that I recognize that I most often lived life on my own terms. No, I’m not being hard on myself. I just recognize the breakdowns. Everything happens for a reason.

I believe we are in perpetual evolution and hopefully it is in an effort to become better people. Why are older people so wise? Because they have learned from their mistakes and hopefully evolved into better people. I work to bring out the best in people but don’t always do so. Not to control or manipulate….but to bring out the best that I see in people. That isn’t necessarily fair to others if it is not communicated appropriately. I don’t want to be perfect but I do want to accept and love others unconditionally. I have to work at it daily. Trusting the heart and instincts while practicing self-control is tough to do when what you filter life through is clogged. I think it’s also very important to respect the individuality of others and not push them unless they want pushed. We cannot live successful lives as lone wolves (as I interpret it) without good help from other people. Help has to be offered and accepted. If not, the breakdown starts there. I am working to filter everything through God first and trust Him.

Have a blessed day!

Chip