What If's

What If’s                     by Sami Khalil

 A discussion...

An essay and not a poem...

“Why worry, fuss and fret over things that can or can’t happen? I don’t believe in the ‘What If’s’ period”, he said vehemently.

“I believe in reality, in the here and now, not in hypothetical loops and hoops. By the way, anxieties, fears and worries, all have their scary shadows. I embrace the Light of God”, he continued his elaboration.

That was my co-worker of whom I had a debate with on this subject. I went home that day thinking hard, for that gave me some food for thought. I know the mind can be relentless in negative ideas, scavenging for unbidden possibilities, but it can also be a great tool for planning, anticipation and self-awareness. Many things can trigger our sense of vulnerability, keeping us feeling powerless.

From worries to woes; from broken trusts to lack of faith; from crisis points to trauma joints. Wow! They do happen to all of us at some point in our lives. Are the “What If’s” mean adversaries or good friends?” I asked myself. Can we ceaselessly live inside our worries or outside of them?

For those masks we don must reveal something, in time coming down, tumbling the defensive walls. Have faith, trust and confidence in A Supreme Being and in yourself, ridding the mind of shame, fear and anxiety to become whole; easier said than done though. Healthy sensing, fearing and/or expecting are natural for our survival, but let them not become your sorcerer or your magician. Drench those fiery panic attacks with water, flooding them with positive reinforcements. What goes up in flames, must be extinguished leaving some ashes in its wake.

If something is not hundred percent applicable, then it should not be a hundred percent ignored. In other words, do not force a dichotomy. It is not as simple as black and white. The choice is not just between A and B. You have the whole alphabet at your disposal. 

After I settled down in bed, I picked up a book to read. It helps me sleep better. I stumbled upon a verse that said: “Trust in God, but tie your camel tight.” Lights flashed brightly in my mind, as my body slept through and through, awakening to the sunrise and the crucibles of survival.

 

Reviews

[Pete]

i could be the poster child of worry. so much more peaceful and pleasant to dwell in that light. darkness may fall but needn't hold us hostage. faith constantly searches out the light and holds onto it steadfast.

Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof. Matthew 6:34

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! So true and well said dear poet and friend. It is important to think that way indeed. Thank you kindly for the time and effort.

[Scott Kris]

It does seem to all come down to burning fire and ashes …. Makes ya think a bit.
Dragons or God, Fire or Ice, Light or Dark… no body escapes the trails.

Thank you for sharing.

Scott

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! Thank you 😊 so much dear poet and friend for this awesome review.

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Sami… it is in our Nature to be Peaceful… Our Country is Open for Change and discussion. We need to consider the Lillies of the Field… in all their Glory.. they sleep through the Winter and in the Spring… they will bloom again. Be blessed. tenderly, Pat

[Sami Khalil]

Wowzy! So true and well said. What a wonderful and bloming review! Thank you 😊 for this awesome review.

[Patricia Wedel]

dear Sami.. you are welcome.. our Spirit is Strong… and should not be Broken. Have a beautiful Thanksgiving to be Grateful. gently, Pat

[Sami Khalil]

I surely will. You do the same. Gabagaba! Thsnk you kindly.

[jacob erin-cilberto]

"The Road not Taken"
I have always felt that title referred to the road the speaker did take. Happy with the choice, making the best of that choice...perhaps thinking "what if's"---is okay but to dwell on those...makes for an unhappy
travel.
j.

[Sami Khalil]

Wow! So true and well said dear poet and friend. I love how you sum up life in concise ways. Thank you kindly sir Jacob.