Finding our Soul’s purpose
We must stay centered and grounded when experiencing a conflict. Respond with kindness and give space for others to express themselves. It is easy for a traumatized person to get traumatized by something someone said.
When an older person chastised me, I felt like a powerless child. There wasn’t space allowed for me. I tried to find my balance in center, I stopped talking and let her finish.
But the tension in me was explosive. Later, I contacted my daughter. She was so gracious and gave me perspective.
This person had been estranged from her daughter a year or so before her passing. I think she was, in her own way, trying to prevent me from feeling the regret that she feels.
When you respond with kindness and compassion, you speak to your soul. This process reinforces the neural pathways in your brain for calmness and empathy. It is important to remember that everyone is fighting their own battles. They do not always express themselves in the best way. By giving others the space to express themselves, we inspire an environment of love. Responding with kindness, we find our soul’s purpose. We help create a more harmonious and understanding environment for all.
Today, I will continue to practice responding with kindness and empathy, even in the face of conflict. I will remind myself to stay centered and grounded. I will always give others the space they need to express themselves. By doing so, I am helping others. I am also reinforcing positive neural pathways in my brain. These pathways lead to calmness and empathy.
It is important to remember that it is not okay to chastise another adult. Everyone deserves to be treated with respect and dignity, regardless of the situation. We can tackle conflict in a constructive way. Responding with kindness and compassion leads to respectful interactions. This approach prevents negative behaviors like chastising or belittling others. It is essential to create a culture of understanding and empathy, where all individuals feel valued and
From the Shores of the Ottawa River 
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