Wednesday, December 10, 2014

Your World Is More Than Just The News Reports


If we believe the news headlines, we would be paralyzed with fear.  News reports are composed of what’s wrong; it takes individual self-discipline to remind ourselves what is right in our world. Look at the headlines.  While we hear a great deal about Ebola, remind yourself that scientists work diligently to cure infectious diseases and doctors take great precautions when they come in contact with this. While we are concerned about the reign of terror from dissident groups such as ISIS, most people are actually peace loving. When we hear about school shootings, assaults and bullying know that the overwhelming majority of students made it to school safe, on time and are learning. In uncertain times, fear can be pervasive. Know that while these incidents are real, the news will never feature the headline: “Decent person does job well, pays bills, gets kids to school, appreciate family and lives life with a measure of self-satisfaction.” It is each of our jobs to remind us ourselves.