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Start for freeThe Unexpected Knock of Opportunity
Earlier today, I experienced something quite out of the ordinary—a knock on my door that I wasn't anticipating. Initially, I thought it might be a courier, someone delivering a package. In a way, that was accurate, but the package delivered was not tangible. The knock on the door carried a message, one that I hadn't foreseen. The messenger? A gentleman I had encountered many years ago but never expected to see at my doorstep.
When Service Calls
He inquired if I accepted walk-ins, a term not typically associated with personal residences. Part of me instinctively wanted to say no, but another voice within me—stronger and more compassionate—welcomed him in. As I led him into my space, I was reminded of the internal price we often set on our time and our space, viewing connections as inconveniences rather than opportunities.
The Essence of Connection
The teachings of Ram Dass's guru, Neem Karoli Baba, echoed in my mind during this encounter. When asked how to get closer to God, his response was simple yet profound: love people and feed people. Building on that, I believe in loving and serving others as a path to divine connection. As I engaged with my unexpected guest, discussing topics like God, consciousness, and love, I realized that these moments of service transcend physical appearances and superficial interactions. Love and service are universal languages that need no translation.
The Healing Power of Love
Our conversation delved into the necessity of love for healing. It's a truth often overlooked in our search for wellness in bottles of pills or through other external means. The heart is where true healing begins, achieved through genuine connection with others. My visitor came seeking relief from his discomforts but left with something far more valuable—a reconnection with himself. This interaction served as a reminder of how service not only aids others but also fosters personal growth and healing.
The Dual Nature of Healing
Reflecting on this experience, I've come to appreciate how service is a journey inward as much as it is an outward offering. Healing another person is an intimate dance of souls where both the healer and the healed are transformed. There's no separation between us; only a shared experience of love and consciousness. Like tuning into different television channels, we have the power to choose our connections and how we engage with the world around us moment to moment.
Conclusion
The unexpected visit today taught me an invaluable lesson about the power of openness to connection and service. It's through these unexpected moments of human interaction that we find the most profound opportunities for growth, healing, and love. In serving others, we serve ourselves, discovering the interconnectedness of our journeys and the universal desire for connection and understanding.
For those seeking to deepen their understanding of these concepts, the full story of this unexpected yet transformative visit can be explored here.
