Family Matters

 Since the escalation of international terrorist activity a few
years ago, many of us have had an opportunity to re-evaluate
relationships and reflect upon our lives. This can be a very
difficult, and sometimes wrenching thing to do, but a necessary
activity. Making this sort of emotional assessment takes us back
to our core values. It helps us to appreciate the people who
have touched our lives in positive ways.

Who you are is a reflection of the people you have been around,
in conjunction with circumstances and environment. These are
usually family and friends - those who care about your physical,
emotional, and spiritual welfare. Having a support system is an
important aspect of developing a strong psyche. 

Have you ever wondered why a particular person has come into
your life? Perhaps there's a life lesson for you to learn -
compassion, patience, trust, dependability, etc., that was not
possible to experience any other way. We frequently meet people
who are destined to be pivotal to us through another contact.
Being open to these opportunities can create an enriching
endeavour.

Having relationships is all about making emotional commitments
to people we care about. Studies have shown that those who are
truly happiest are those with strong connections to the people
they love. Even money becomes secondary in this situation.
People who have been pronounced clinically dead and then revived
have almost universally said that their most significant
experience during the episode was understanding the importance
of loving others.