A Tribute to Fmr. President Jimmy Carter: A legacy of Peace

 

    The title of my post and the above captions say enough. The events occurring during this time of transition to a new era and style of leadership we must remember this country is built upon a foundation of democracy which end goals always leans towards peace. A legacy of peace and volunteerism; this written in tribute to the work of to Former President Jimmy Carter and his Wife Mrs. R. Carter! 

    There is an event occurring down in Sarasota Florida honoring Mr. Carter; I am not able to attend as my spouse and I are for the first time in my adult life being without a vehicle. Little humorous but learning from the experience. Such will make us stringer and wiser! - A. T. (Yoda) Brooks

Source: https://www.cartercenter.org/news/photos/tc_carters_observing_election_monrovia_liberia.html

Control Vs. Possessiveness Vs. Assertiveness

 This season I felt the need to write on this topic after hearing a friendly comment made by one of my beautiful neighbors (haha). Acknowledging my grumpy today; I appreciate the effort of being neighborly. Observing a good connection with youth for some reason perhaps out of a natural need to teach I have no yet explored. That being said this neighbor is an adult however youthful to me. A positive change for the times. The idea of being controlling or possessive in a relationships rather it be a marriage, dating, friendship or even working relationship. My mantra this year begins with Peace & love therefore any aggressive tendencies are out of the picture or tempered by self control. Meaning less verbal cursing and more assertive communication. - A.T. (Yoda) Brooks

When querying A.I. on the topic the below answer was provided, the below words are not my own:

• • "While both terms can sometimes overlap, "control" in a relationship refers to actively trying to dictate a partner's behavior and choices, often to fit one's own desires, while "possessiveness" focuses on a strong desire to exclusively claim a partner as "yours" and can manifest through extreme jealousy or attempts to isolate them from others, often stemming from insecurity. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

    
    

    Key Differences: [1, 3, 4]

    • Focus: Controlling behavior aims to manipulate actions and decisions, while possessiveness is more centered around the idea of "ownership" over a partner. [1, 3, 4]

    
    

    • Motivation: Control can be driven by a need for power or a desire to micromanage, while possessiveness often stems from fear of abandonment or low self-esteem. [1, 5, 6]

    
    

    • Examples: [3, 4, 6]
    • Controlling: Dictating who a partner can spend time with, monitoring their phone, criticizing their appearance based on personal standards. [3, 4, 6]
    • Possessive: Accusing a partner of flirting with others constantly, becoming upset when they spend time with friends without you, isolating them from social circles. [2, 3]

    
    

    Generative AI is experimental.

    [1] https://www.quora.com/What-is-the-difference-between-being-possessive-and-controlling

    [2] https://www.webmd.com/sex-relationships/signs-possessiveness

    [3] https://www.blinn.edu/counseling-services/possessive-and-controlling-behaviors.html

    [4] https://www.multiamory.com/podcast/471-the-science-of-possessiveness

    [5] https://yourdost.com/blog/2016/01/is-it-love-or-possessiveness.html

    [6] https://www.thecouplescenter.org/overcoming-jealousy-in-a-relationship-tips-and-strategies/

    
    
    
     
    
    

 

The Arc of history bends towards love

 

Martin Luther King Jr. - 'The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice', Our God is Marching On (How Long, Not Long) - 1965

The above quote I researched after reflecting upon speeches by the Honorable Former President Barack Obama where he would refer to bending the ark of history. Applying this concept to my personal efforts at making sobriety more of a priority. Total no, progress YES. Any effort made towards the light, moves the arc of history towards good, peace, justice and love. Now earlier today in a discussion with a close loved the matter of money came up. My response first was I am pursuing an educational goal presently. To add in our capitalist society when shall the money pour down and to whom? That is not my concern today - A.T. (Yoda) Brooks

Source: 

https//speakola.com/ideas/martin-luther-king-jr-long-not-long-1965

The Day Before Christmas Eve: Peace, love, unity & respect for life.

 

 

    Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. 

Where there is hatred, let me bring love.

Where there is offense, let me bring innocence.

Where there is conflict & drama, let me bring unity.

Where there is error, let me bring truth.

    Where there is doubt & indecision, let us bring faith.

Where there is pain, let us bring healing.

Where there is darkness, let us bring light.

Where there is sadness, let us bring joy.

    O Lord, grant I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console

to be understood as to understand,

to be loved as to love,

for it is in forgiving that one is forgiven

it is in pardoning that we are pardoned

it is in accepting Jesus, the Christ that

 one awakens to a new eternal life.

Amen.

Source: St. Francis Prayer for Peace adapted from the below source by A.T. (Yoda) Brooks

https://christogenesis.org/st-francis-prayer-for-peace/

Prayers for Comfort and Healing

 

The below prayer I put into the atmosphere on behalf on those needing comfort & healing. And also to teach those who may not have the right words or knowledge of the value in prayer & faith. First you must believe. - A.T. Brooks (Independent)

Comfort and Healing during this special holiday season

 Heavenly Father, in times of sickness

We seek your comfort and strength.

Be with those through the world suffering from sickness whatever form it may be.

Provide them your peace that surpasses all understanding.

Grant them strength, courage, and hope to face the challengers ahead.

Let them feel your loving presence.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Edited from the below Source: 

https://www.christianity.com/wiki/prayer/healing-prayers.html

 

Peace, Love, Unity & Healing: Mantra for December

 

This is my mantra for the day December 7, 2024. Your mantra I feel like is yours on this day; sentiments of maliciousness I can sense within the atmosphere to close to the 'Christmas holidays' yes which may have been usurped by commercialization but still has roots grounded on spirituality brothers and sisters. Peace, Love, Unity and Healing.