tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1641979920283745008.post7660404158491923267..comments2023-06-09T07:27:43.985-04:00Comments on kathy van kleeck: call to armsKathy Van Kleeckhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16284780722213548172noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1641979920283745008.post-71813139467987357462011-04-22T10:33:49.961-04:002011-04-22T10:33:49.961-04:00Jenny and Zoe - thank you for your thoughtful and ...Jenny and Zoe - thank you for your thoughtful and inspiring comments! <br /><br />Jenny, I look back at how angry I used to get and marvel at how it seems to have dissolved. Not saying I don't ever get angry, but something has definitely softened within; it feels downright miraculous. Now I look at those encounters as gifts and good information. <br /><br />An act of kindness, a smile, a silent blessing, is a gentle acknowledgement of another human being and a powerful force to be reckoned with. <br /><br />I'm definitely feeling the energy and am ever so grateful for all the site visits and comments. <br /><br />heartfelt blessings - kvkKathy Van Kleeckhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16284780722213548172noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1641979920283745008.post-29859282647562661372011-04-21T17:33:43.973-04:002011-04-21T17:33:43.973-04:00Reality TV just makes me want to vomit and I'm...Reality TV just makes me want to vomit and I'm vowing to stop watching TV news. All of this negativity puts my brain into OMG overload. Kindness to and appreciation of each other is what we need to focus on now. Thanks for getting this started, Kathy!Zoe Nelsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04620760594715623339noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1641979920283745008.post-7335793609375005092011-04-21T17:16:41.461-04:002011-04-21T17:16:41.461-04:00My method of working toward these goals is to see ...My method of working toward these goals is to see kindness as a response to just about everything, and to let others know of the gratitude I feel. A transaction at lunch today made me angry. If I call the person's boss, in this particular situation that's not likely to be productive. So I will continue to focus on finding an opportunity to go completely out of my way to do something kind for someone, anonymously if possible. I have even thought about keeping a journal about these kindnesses. One could use them to avenge small slights like today's; or one could, for example, enter the names of everyone killed in the 9/11 tragedy, and write down what kindness one has performed to avenge each person's death. I have learned that the ONLY thing that helps dissolve my anger, is to perform a kindness specifically to be an answer to it.<br /><br />My elderly mother recently had a very dangerous surgery. There was no choice, really, since she was likely to become paralyzed without it. I made it a point to respond to fretting, worrying family members and friends with a reminder that 25 years ago, nothing could have been done for her, and that we are so fortunate that she can be helped. Sharing that thought process has palpably calmed many people down.<br /><br />In other words: wherever you want to see others go, lead them there.Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12184290537926732846noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1641979920283745008.post-70738247056742854782011-04-21T14:46:12.282-04:002011-04-21T14:46:12.282-04:00Dear Kathy - Your blessing is perfect and thank yo...Dear Kathy - Your blessing is perfect and thank you so much for taking the time to share it here. I sense rather than 'not very vocal or visual', quiet and introspective, which makes me even more grateful that you shared your thoughts here. <br />And I am taking notice and sending gentle blessings and gratitude.Kathy Van Kleeckhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16284780722213548172noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1641979920283745008.post-5530376362569970292011-04-21T12:34:41.042-04:002011-04-21T12:34:41.042-04:00I am not a very vocal or visual person usually. So...I am not a very vocal or visual person usually. Someone you wouldn't notice. But in beginning my day, my daily meditation ends with, " bless all who come near me today". I find it impossible to maintain anything but love and forgiveness if I keep this in mind throughout my day.Kathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01764146986282898575noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1641979920283745008.post-72006915016496846172011-04-21T10:58:53.013-04:002011-04-21T10:58:53.013-04:00Wow! It is so gratifying to look up and see comme...Wow! It is so gratifying to look up and see comments and links that are filled with light and positive energy. Thank you everyone!<br /><br />I really like the idea of a banner or icon that can be used to spread these ideas and intentions. I am definitely going to work on that straight away!<br /><br />I'm thinking that it does start with the eyes, where my gaze lands. What I take in through my eyes tends to go straight to my heart, so I am very careful about my viewing choices. <br /><br />So, it is about focus and keeping a brilliant beam shining to pass on the good stuff. And this conversation is populating the quantum field, spreading it even further.Kathy Van Kleeckhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16284780722213548172noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1641979920283745008.post-17911596175473337302011-04-21T10:28:02.521-04:002011-04-21T10:28:02.521-04:00came over last night, half dreamy and silent. I di...came over last night, half dreamy and silent. I didn't see a darkness, except that America is in financial trouble and food and small stuff is rising while the rich have sucked so much money out of the economy for their little pile of self worth and lack.<br /><br />don't watch tv much. helps clean. <br />nature, helps clean.<br />watch thoughts judgement, let go is a big whoopie!<br /><br />staying heart centered, sounds too easy--but once you begin asking for these things your post asks, you are already in the light so to speak, being it, so that alone shifts all. What exists but what we focus on in the end!<br /><br />Blessings and Joy and "may the Force be with you" Power over all power!<br /><br />ps good to see JF over here too! It is so powerful .mansuetudehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03805383049085040581noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1641979920283745008.post-6481190660080099272011-04-21T10:07:43.954-04:002011-04-21T10:07:43.954-04:00Good Morning,
We must all be feeling the same way...Good Morning, <br />We must all be feeling the same way, I posted something along these same lines early this morning. <br />In my quest to not get "sucked" into the bitterness, mean sprited game some people play... I am starting out simply. I set a time limit as to how much "local, national and world" news I listen to daily.... I am putting distance between myself and negative people.... I am sure you know THE ones... everything is wrong in there world... then they attack yours! I have also realized that to just share kindness and pass it on... It must start with me... One person can make a difference... because it leads to fantastic post and discussions like this... Thank you>>> I am not sure how people become so mean... We dont start out that way... and my number one question... How can people (not all) but some... practice their religion and get up and go to work the next day... and act the way they do????Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1641979920283745008.post-78127935583938764572011-04-21T08:44:24.395-04:002011-04-21T08:44:24.395-04:00I absolutely love the idea of viral gratitude! But...I absolutely love the idea of viral gratitude! But I think maybe you have hit on a key to this. Remember the old saying of teaching by example? I find it very hard to resist people who live a life of gratitude, seeking the lighter side of small moments. I find myself changing almost by osmosis when I have the good fortune to be surrounded by all the collective positivity.SummersStudiohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10250150360701388415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1641979920283745008.post-57158295043312156282011-04-20T23:03:35.580-04:002011-04-20T23:03:35.580-04:00Oh, I don't know about that. Although I may b...Oh, I don't know about that. Although I may be an example, I definitely wouldn't want to be a poster boy. Perhaps we could make a banner or a digital image to share and spread with a symbol or mantra?Andrew Thorntonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04191233443131580096noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1641979920283745008.post-48175501668415194812011-04-20T21:25:52.652-04:002011-04-20T21:25:52.652-04:00Yes indeed Andrew - you could be our poster person...Yes indeed Andrew - you could be our poster person! Whaddaya think? <br />You are right, though. Your recent medical challenge is a perfect example of how amazing and generous people can be. The boorish tend to make more noise and I can get distracted. Back to my Star Wars analogy, "stay on target." <br />This will be me spreading the positive - that golden sweet honey of life .......Kathy Van Kleeckhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16284780722213548172noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1641979920283745008.post-83093877011072822462011-04-20T19:45:55.863-04:002011-04-20T19:45:55.863-04:00You know, I don't think that the good gets eno...You know, I don't think that the good gets enough credit. Sure there are plenty of horror stories, but there are also (maybe less talked about) positive acts of kindness and generosity. I am standing proof of the good will of our community – without the support of so many wonderful people, I'd be up to my eyeballs in medical debt. The community really rallied to my aid and for that, I'm eternally grateful! <br /><br />But I agree... we should all be mindful of spreading the good and positive. Our small actions can manifest into something monumental.Andrew Thorntonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04191233443131580096noreply@blogger.com