Energy

This work discusses my stories and experiences with energy, positive and negative. I also pose some thoughts on the subject.

Although we live in modern times and we do not tend to focus on the subject of metaphysical energy, or spirituality, there are still some people who discuss the subject. My family, for instance, will sometimes tell me to avoid people who project negative energy and to seek out those who supply us with positive vibes. When I go to work I sometimes get the feeling that my coworkers do not like me. If I complete a simple task such as mopping the floor, sometimes they tell me to do it again more effectively. These experiences do fill me with heavy, negative emotions. However, I do not think we can completely avoid these experiences with negative energy.

I think the best approach we can take with regard to unhealthy energy is face it head on and hope to transform it. For example, I cannot completely avoid negative experiences at work because, much to my chagrin, I cannot choose the people I work with. Hopefully we work in a very supportive and healthy environment, but if this is not the case, we need to face people who disrupt our peace of mind; we also should give them the affection and kindness that they seem to be lacking.

I think it is wrong to assume people cannot change, or that people are destined to live out their lives in a certain way. I know my experiences with other people have shifted my views on various subjects. For example, in the past I was very rigid about the concept of marriage, but now I am very flexible in my approach to love and marriage. In agreement with friends and family, I realized that I want all people to be happy, so I think all people should be allowed to marry who they want, on the terms they want. Just as healthy energy in my immediate environment broke down some of my energy barriers and mind barriers, loving individuals can transform angry ones with sustained effort. When people encounter a negative person, if they respond with loving energy, in many cases the negativity will be lessened and healing can enter.   

Author's Note

I am open to comments.

Reviews

[Samuel Dickens]

With excellent writing skill, you've laid out your thoughts on the subject with logic of mind and passion of heart. Living in the world has always been a chore for me, and I haven't always played it right. Like you, I've softened my views on things over the years, and am hopefully now a better person.

[Braden Freeman]

I appreciate that coming from a good writer such as yourself. I enjoyed reading your work as well.

[Lysta]

This is interesting and it really backs up the saying to not "fight fire with fire". I agree with your thoughts wholeheartedly and I think we should all be open to change (but don't get influenced by others too easily). Thank you for sharing some of your personal experiences and granting us a sample of your eloquent thought process.

-Lysta

[Braden Freeman]

Thank you for your reply and kindness. Yes, I do tend to be influenced by others a lot. But it is always nice to encounter people such as yourself. People like you are the right kind of influences.

[Lysta]

Thank you, but upon reading your About page, I would say the same about you :)

-Lysta