I was at a funeral Friday. As my family and friends reflected on what we loved and will miss about Rob, it struck me how everything else we accomplish and gain in life pales in comparison to how well we loved.
In the end, what really matters, and what we are really remembered fondly for, are simple things:
-- How well we cared about and kept in touch with family and friends.
-- How well we forgave loved ones who hurt us.
-- How well we attended to and nurtured our children.
-- How much joy we brought into the lives of those around us.
I was reminded of the quote of author/teacher/monk Jack Kornfield who said that enlightenment is nothing more than the ability to see the world through your heart.
Doing that everyday, amidst our busy and complicated existence, is a life-long project.
Steve www.acoach4u.com
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