Peace is not something you wish for; It's something you make, something you do, something you are, and something you give away.

—Robert Fulghum

 

Peace

Peace can only be rendered among all peoples when the individual has recognized their inherent responsibility as a spiritual being of light. We are not the mind. We are not the body. We have control over our senses, our decisions just as we have control over our hearts. Our hearts are to remain open and steady of purpose. Our purpose is to love others as we learn to love ourselves.

How can love be mandated? Therein lies the answer to peace. Peace cannot be legislated, negotiated or controlled. Peace, peace of heart, must first come from within, then be adjoined with others who seek the same solace of heart. Then this light of heart will then spread to all humanity as a mother embraces her child.

—Carol Fitzpatrick