I was having a conversation with my cousin the other day; and I had to do some Self Reflection.
Things were heavy on my mind and I proceeded to complaint about my ‘Problems.’
She laughed hysterically! I said what the heck are you laughing about?
She replied, “You have First World Problems Wu!”
She continued to challenge me. “Your toilet is plugged up, you call the plumber, but most of the world are without a toilet!
“Remember when you lived in Mexico and your washer broke; and you took your laundry down by the River to have them washed, by beating them on a rock?”
“You have car problems?”
She pointed out that most people don’t have a car and have to walk in the hot sun. When you lived in Venezuela for three years, you took the bus!
Well she set me straight! LOL! I needed it! Always have people around that are not afraid to tell you the truth and offer a swift kick up the rear to squash your Ego!
These were all reminders to be grateful for what I have! We live in Abundance, but sometimes allow the tongue to rise up in rebellion.
Many of us, including myself; get distracted from deep Appreciation and Thankfulness sometimes.
We wake up and whine about menial issues that are not important!
Having a roof over our heads and food in our belly and pantry; is a great start to being Beholden.
Just waking up is a blessing! It’s also Favorable to be able to help someone that is facing difficulties.
I have noticed an increase of beggars during my commute, so I purchased a case of water to pass out, and make sure to have small bills with me; to give what I can.
Take the time to cultivate compassion for others and leave some Grace for Yourself!
I have devoted my life to helping people with health challenges, with a natural approach. If I can help them to navigate some Joy and Graciousness into their lives, while healing them; even though they are going through fires; Them my job is done!
Assuring them that they can pass through the Fires of Life without getting burnt. All of our collective stories will include pain and suffering, but Joy will certainly come in the morning! I am as certain as night follows day, that you can find something to smile and be grateful about!
With Love.
Dr. Wu
I wish You Love, Joy, Peace and Mo Money!
Sherwood S. Swartz, DOM, DMQ.
