The things we see with our eyes - they are so very remarkable. Whether our mind sets a particular label to whatever it is we see, it was once beautiful and wholesome. It was once pure and, possibly, still could be.
"For Good" from Wicked [ Sam Tsui & Nick Pitera ]
Another Tuesday, another weekend gone, and more tales to tell. I feel like, as of late, things have been a bit damp. Of course, with the hurdles and obstacles set to overcome in life, we come equipped with whatever it is we need. People, however, are not always going to get over these hurdles on their own. Sometimes, whether we know it our not, help is appreciated more so than we're aware.
It's a driving statement - a credo, if you will - of mine: "Everything happens for a reason." This song, "For Good" from Wicked is a favorite of a particular friend of mine. She's going through rough times, and it is most certainly excellent that she is being showered with the love and comfort that she and her family deserve. I'll repeat anything and everything I said, if I needed to, but what I said doesn't simply apply to her. And, if you're ready for smiles to come flowing from you, you better start that song from the beginning, turn the volume up, and sit back.
Compassion - it's a word that stuck with me during lessons in school today. Speaking of a particular belief system, the word "compassion" sprung up. It was dissected to the rough definition of "to suffer; with". Granted, compassion is sharing one's suffering, or doling a burden evenly. No one person can carry a mountain on their back, we all can concur. No one person should try, either. If you listen to the song, the words, lines, and melody are very passionate - connections and comprehension.
Compassion.
"Because, I knew you, I have been changed for good."
Is there much to say? All of the peace and bliss we can ever imagine and dream of stays right where it is - in our minds. It's always seen as an impossible and unfathomable thing to achieve - to have everyone on the same plane of understanding. Where this sense of inherit superiority came from is most certainly beyond me, but perspectives of life and humanity altogether have been coasting along the tidal wave of conformity. We shouldn't need to sacrifice our genuine thoughts in fright that we may get plucked from the sky.
It is important to know: we must not put each other down. Everyone makes a big deal of bullying, and many make joke of it. As serious the issue, there are many bigger dilemmas at hand. That isn't to say it should not be remedied - not at all. In fact, in order to reach such a solution, the root must be identified. And, going from the wit of my mind and the ebbs of the music, I have a feeling that everyone has the answer somewhere in them. In their mind, in their hearts - it's there.
Do not be afraid to care for others who you know, for those who may need it. In order to trust someone, you must make yourself vulnerable. Furthermore, if you truly have no discretion or anything to be concerned with, you needn't to fret over being vulnerable. Should we all behave the same in our true and genuinely genial nature, it's possible for us to hold a completely pointless conversation with an absolute stranger without all of the frivolous matters we get worked up about.
If we were all compassionate to the same degree - completely and totally - there would be no need for war. There would be no need for violence, no need for any infliction upon one another.
It sounds far-fetched, and I don't think we can achieve it in just one day, but I think we're capable of opening our eyes, sitting down for a moment to think about life, and come to a general consensus. Now, we're never going to be able to please everyone all the time, and it's human nature to change.
C. H. A. N. G. E.
It's very interesting, the change in the world. Change in time, change in people, change in existence overall. We've developed a sense to only look at the negative aspects of life, because they're weighted so much more and heavily impact us more so than the good. That does not mean we should ostracize the wonders of the world, or its inhabitants. We can look at life with bright eyes, bright smiles, bright hearts, open arms. Accepting and understanding - that is how we should proceed.
Now, I'm not here to sit and type out commands, as you all already are aware of. But, if you're listening to the same song I'm listening to [ over and over, of course ], then you'll know - better yet, you'll understand the compassion of which I speak. All it ever takes is always just a beautiful voice, some magnificent music, and impressive lyrics to turn the world upside down.
Would you listen to music that would destroy the world simply because it appealed to you? Upon a destructive path, things can only get worse; all types of music, artists, genres, etc. are exceptional and magnificent. However, when in need of enlightenment and a good atmosphere to think within, find something with a great roster of lyrics, beautiful melodies, and dedicate as much time as you need to clear your mind. It's easiest to think within your mind, but thinking aloud will verify that you are capable of such a feat:
Hosting compassion and insightful wit.
I think I'll leave you with that. Not with a method to contemplate more so than another thought to add to your collection. Go through your days, not only wonder, but wondering and then acting. A smile most certainly goes a long way, and embracing a friend or loved one is always cherished. Rough relationships considered, everyone is always proclaiming to love your family, because they're the only ones you have. While it is most certainly true they may pass on and it hurts, but they'll never leave your side.
Never.
<3 ~ Monty
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