Inspired by Scholastica

 

Courage to Face Challenges


It is challenging to keep one’s peace of mind when living amidst confusion, obfuscation, and distortion of facts. We want to live peacefully and calmly in the midst of a topsy-turvy world.

Here are a few things I am trying. First, to try to understand what is happening through reading and informative programs. I need to listen to people I trust and read books by authors who seem to be wiser and better informed than I.

I am also lifting up my concerns to our loving God and pray that he will protect us from seemingly detrimental decisions that are being made by our leaders. I try to pray for those making the decisions that they will listen to their constituents and make laws that will help the people that are hurting in our society.

Another action I am trying is listening to soothing music and TV programs that will calm my soul and help me to laugh and lift my spirit.

Finally, I’m trying to write the leaders in my state to urge them speak up for their constituents, especially those most affected by disruption in government or changed laws. We need to encourage senators and representatives to do what is good for the middle and lower classes who have no or very little voice.

When I do positive things, I am able to be more peaceful and join those around me in resisting the threatening changes some leaders want to make. We cannot succumb to the feelings of helplessness or apathy. We need to believe our words and actions can make a real difference.

Barbara Mayer, OSB

 

       

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