The most powerful force in the universe

"Live to love, and you'll love to live" - Brynn Thomas

Back in 2001 I submitted this quote to an inspirational website, and to my surprise it was published. Back then I meant it as loving your partner, or finding a partner to love. I am now a bit older and a bit wiser. I now believe it applies to all aspects of your life, ALL relationships, business, health, etc.

- Firstly, you need to love yourself, if you can't love who you are, how can you expect someone else to.
- Secondly, you need to love all those close to you, family, friends and pets, what you give you will receive.
- Thirdly, you need to love what you do, and if you don't love what you do, take baby steps towards loving what you do. You will never be successful unless you love doing what you are doing most days of your life.
- And lastly you need to love what you have, your house, your car, in fact all your earthly possessions. If you don't love it, let it go.

You see, love is the most powerful force in the universe, and the more you radiate it, the more you will receive it. (if you disagree, I would love to read your thoughts on the matter, so post a comment on my blog, I dare you!)

Let me use an example. There have been reports of mothers moving cars when their child is in danger, and this is explained as an adrenalin rush. But what caused the adrenalin rush, fear? Maybe, but that fear originated from the love for their child.

My wife sent me an email which helped to explain a few questions I had about life. I just wish I knew where it originated so I could give that person credit. Here it is:

Dog's Purpose (from a 6-year-old).

Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old Irish Wolfhound named Belker. The dog's owners, Ron, his wife Lisa, and their little boy Shane, were all very attached to Belker, and they were hoping for a miracle.

I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the family we couldn't do anything for Belker, and offered to perform the euthanasia procedure for the old dog in their home.

As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa told me they thought it would be good for six-year-old Shane to observe the procedure. They felt as though Shane might learn something from the experience.

The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker 's family surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old dog for the last time, that I wondered if he understood what was going on. Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away.

The little boy seemed to accept Belker's transition without any difficulty or confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker's Death, wondering aloud about the sad fact that animal lives are shorter than human lives. Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, 'I know why.'

Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation.

He said, 'People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life -- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?' The Six-year-old continued, 'Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long.'

- Live simply.
- Love generously.
- Care deeply.
- Speak kindly.

Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like:

- When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
- Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.
- Take naps.
- Stretch before rising.
- Run, romp, and play daily.
- Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
- Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
- On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
- On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
- When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
- Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
- Be loyal.
- Never pretend to be something you're not.
- If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
- When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by, and nuzzle them gently.

ENJOY EVERY MOMENT OF EVERY DAY!

Us advanced humans complicate life so much that we forget to take pleasure in the simple things. Remember as a child how all the new things we experienced were absolute bliss. But sadly as we grow older we are told to grow up and start behaving a certain way. What a load of rubbish!

When you wake up in the morning, give thanks for another day of life on this beautiful planet, and tell those close to you that you love them, and at least once a day, do something that makes you feel good inside, and for goodness sake, practice smiling, it's infectious.

Have an absolutely awesome week. :-)