"OUT OF THE DARKNESS" POST 83

I want to leave a lasting imprint on the world.  To leave a strong and lasting effect on people, on places, the entire world.  It's about leaving a positive legacy, through your words, your actions and even the way you make others feel.  You can leave an imprint in someone's life through even the shortest of interactions; something that will continue to affect them long after you are gone. By helping others, being kind and showing compassion,  you can work towards positive change, which most definitely will leave a lasting impression.

Sharing your wisdom is something which could be very inspiring.  No matter where you find yourself in life, you can start to change the world through having a loving attitude and not sending out negativity.  A person's negative attitude has also got a lasting impression, but instead of sending out good vibes you change the mood of people through ill will.  If you have ever noticed someone being unfriendly or cold, how does that immediately make you feel?  

Always be your most authentic self...always.  Your character leaves a mark.   Always strive to be mindful of how you interact with others.  It can start a chain reaction.

Have you ever visited a church to find the people unfriendly or cold to you?  When not a single person comes forward to greet you, how do you suppose that comes across?  I can tell you, not very well; it feels like you are not welcome there. You, as a person looking for a church home, would immediately draw a conclusion about the church as a whole and probably never return.  

I want to inspire others and help them learn and grow, whether in my personal life or my professional one.

Striving to leave a lasting legacy, well, that's what will give my life meaning;  creating a purpose to make my mark and a lasting difference in the world.  By doing this, each one of us can start a ripple effect of positivity.  Sometimes, I know we feel that the little we could do, could never make a difference...oh, but it does!

There is no footprint too small to leave an impression on this world.

All activities of the human condition such as the birth of a baby, a marriage, illnesses or the death of a loved one all affect the emotions; emotional life lessons within our lives.  All of these, no matter how painful, are God's imprint on this world, to help cause growth and for us to become stronger as humans; The way of the universe to build resilience in us.

"Being human is a condition that requires a little anesthesia" is a quote by Freddie Mercury from the movie, "Bohemian Rhapsody."  It, of course, is a metaphorical expression and not a medical statement.  It suggests that the struggles,  challenges and pain of being human requires some form of coping mechanism to make life more bearable.  Sweet friends, I tell you, that is why each of us need to develop a close relationship with the One who loves us and brings us safely through all the hardships.  Whether you personally feel Him in your heart, or not, you can trust that He never leaves you;  He is always there.  You have only to acknowledge His presence.