The stream is in no hurry to get anywhere. Churning and bubbling along with no concern. All the while, never grabbing on, merely flowing, being a stream, never possessing anything, not even itself.
We are born free, our own person. We are cared for, but never belong to anyone. We are life’s.
Often when we care for someone, especially when we are concerned or scared for their safety and wellbeing, we may struggle with the urge to control them and/or their situation. We may think and even feel in our hearts that we know what’s best for another.
But real inner freedom or autonomy, the gift to live the life of our own choosing is our birthright. Respect and treasure it!
We have, in the end, one life to live–our own.
We can care deeply for others, but we never control them.
Come to know and accept the fear that goads us at times to try to control life. Let it pass. And let go to life!
The Every Day Yogi 