. . . when we have all vanquished our hatred for our fellow human beings.
I would add: and awakened to the dignity of all beings on earth.
For me, this means deep focus and diligent vigilance to what's going on inside of me.
Strengthening my inner coach to gently redirect the thoughts that detract from the mission.
Noting the uprisings of distress and annoyance and soothing them with acceptance and understanding while encouraging a shift in perspective and response.
The smallest adjustment is cause for celebration.
(Not giving in to the desire to yell at the barking dog, for example.)
I'm coming to realize the truth of what it takes to be at peace.
The calm visible on the outside has most likely been achieved with some
serious sweating, wrestling and rumbling beneath the surface.
Namaste'
PS: Esther (Etty) Hillesum (15 January 1914 – 30 November 1943) was a Dutch Jewish author in Amsterdam during the German occupation. In 1943, she was deported and murdered in the Auschwitz concentration camp
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