Who is the center of your universe. Who is important to you?
My universe starts with my husband and children, extends to family, neighbors, and friends, groups that support and define me, meaningful volunteer work, and people with whom I interact on a regular basis or keep in touch with by mail or the Net.
My life would be affected were I to lose or pull away from any of them because my “universe” is what makes up my life. And my life is good.
When I see the shifting, ambivalent universe of the women and children at the shelter, I understand how different life can be when one’s universe mainly hits back and pushes you inward instead of being supportive and pushing you outward.
If the center of your universe has claimed that spot because he controls your every move and eventually even your thoughts, you must put most of your attention on that center. You can’t pull away from it or you will be in danger. You can’t enlarge your universe except perhaps to your children if most of your energy and planning is wrapped up in a person who makes a cocoon of your life.
Getting out of that cocoon means slowly unraveling the restricting threads that hold you prisoner. It isn’t impossible but it sure isn’t easy.
If you know or suspect someone you know is being battered emotionally or physically, be there for them.
Expand your universe. You will be glad you did.
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Pat,
Thank you for sharing this. This year I have challenged myself to expand my very own "universe". I want to be a servant to the people in my community. I want to be able to put the needs of someone else before my own. I want to not only give back but give my all.
My sacrifice will start slowly but overtime gain momentum. I will start by providing career development seminars and transition in to any other area of business or personal development. As I give more of myself I hope to inspire others to do the same.
Thank you for this personal challenge. It has encouraged me that I am doing the right thing.
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