Scientists have come to the conclusion
that an unexplainable force is behind our existence. The atheist- physicist
Fred Hoyle was forced by his observations to conclude that “a super- intellect
has monkey-ed with physics” to cause the Big Bang, a miracle that created the
universe.
Other scientists like Galileo, Newton,
Mendel and Einstein spurred on by their belief in an order, have tried to
explain the laws of nature, or how God manifests in nature. (For more details
please refer to my blog of October 31).
Each of us can discover fundamental
rules in our own lives. Here’s what I’ve garnered: Participating in yoga classes instructed me about the power
of balance, flexibility, and strength. I realized that these same principles
can be applied to any life situation.
When I slipped on the ice several
years ago and fractured my wrist,
(the only bone I’ve ever broken) I realized the fall was proceeded by a
negative thought. I vowed never to place myself in a precarious position
without consciously thinking positively (and continuously advise everyone to do
the same). In other words, negative thinking throws us off balance. Positive
thoughts serve to balance, heal, and help us problem-solve. Conversely, negative
thinking is akin to being stuck in the mud and digging ourselves in deeper.
At this confusing time in our history,
thinking positively, working toward solutions and maintaining hope (as well as
praying—which I see as an extension of optimism and hope) can be especially
important in caring for ourselves and others.
I too believe that positive thinking is most important in preserving
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Forming a friendship with you has been a most positive, personal
experience for me.