We often think of reality as what is going on around us
Many external things come into play affecting our life
But those physical interactions are not what is really going on
“In reality,” it is really what is going on within our soul
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We struggle with the reality of who we are and what that means
Confronting our demons that emerge to haunt us is a constant struggle
Am I too tall, too short, too fat, too thin… what will others think of me
What we believe about ourselves is the reality we live in each day
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What goes even deeper than that are the struggles of choice
Our addictions to food, alcohol, sex, applause, religion, and ideology
Soul conflicts are the real realty, not the work or politics, or even family
Our struggle is with who I am, what is my place, am I loved, am I loving
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The struggle that Jesus talked about when addressing “Who is my Neighbor?”
Bring out the soul’s struggle with one’s self… “Love your neighbor as yourself.”
Not glib words // but basic reality… If not at peace with yourself…
You won’t be at peace with your neighbor either…
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You are your own worst enemy!
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These thoughts originated after reading Brandan’s post, Crafting the Deep Personal, on d’Verse. He shared a You Tube clip discussing Carl Jung’s, Redbook. In it he talks about what makes up reality. I found it most interesting and decided to share some thoughts that came to mind as I read and listened. I don’t usually end my poems on a negative note, but it often seems to be that way when we look inward.
Crafting The Deep Personal | Oran’s Well (wordpress.com)
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