Warning! Highly infectious virus

We have to so very careful when there are viruses around. Without taking precautions, we can easily get contaminated. Some viruses can make permanent changes to our make up. These changes are considered irreversible in so many cases. Some of us have strong resistance to these viruses.

Many people have a particular aversion to this virus.

I want to warn you that I've caught one of these viruses in the last year.
I used to have a very strong resistance to this particular virus. It infected me on some occasions, but was quickly resisted.
I need to warn you that my resistance to this virus is now almost non existent. It is very possible that the effects are now permanent. 

In fact this particular virus is relatively common. There are mini epidemics of it around everywhere. Some only last for a short time, then disappear. They often occur in places where many people gather together.

This particular virus has many names for its various strains.

They are: -

Motivation
Encouragement
Empowerment
Trust

Positive Energy
Enthusiasm
Good humour

"MEETPEG" is actually around us all the time. It's likely that you are never very far from it, especially in built up areas. Sometimes it is easy to see. Large meetings and conferences, sports stadiums, comedy shows and gala shows are some of those places. 


It also appears in the workplace, but there can be strong resistance to the virus at work. Some workplaces are a strong sanctuary away from MEETPEG, but there are times when it can creep in and infect everybody, including visitors, patients and customers. 


Be warned everybody. You can run but you can't hide! This virus is actively seeking you out. If you come any way near me and do not have the appropriate protection, you are very likely to catch it from me and spread it further. 


Virus variants: -
Peace
Love
Tranquility
Relaxation
Oneness
Self Confidence

P.S. I highly that you consider sharing this public service announcement blog to everyone you know. Please send on the link to all your social network so they can be fully prepared for its impact! Oh..... and if you have any comments to make on it, please leave them in the comments box below. I need your feedback because I am very seriously infected!

Control vs Freedom

"Those who seek to control others have a lack of self control."

This was the answer that came to my mind when someone asked me today why some people are abusively controlling in relationships. 

I followed this up with:

"Live and let live = self respect = confidence = I know who I am = I accept myself"

This all came to my mind in free thought. Analysing it afterwards, I wondered whether it could be described the other way around. i.e. 

"I accept myself = I know who I am......" etc.

Further examination of these thoughts brought back one of my favourite values of balance. Applying this means that there are times when a degree of control is required in a relationship. For instance, a caring parent or adult who seeks to protect a child from hurting themselves. For example, a toddler who is inquisitive in exploring the world around them needs some protection from wandering into a busy road. This would not be unreasonable and is done for correct reasons. As a child grows and learns to understand right from wrong, it would then be ok to gently allow the child to make measured decisions for themselves.

The type of control I'm referring to at the beginning of this blog is when a person who is capable of making decisions is denied this opportunity by another who has an element (perhaps) of distrust in themselves. Or perhaps the controlling person feels the need to inappropriately take responsibility for the actions of the person they are controlling. 

If we are free, then we have freedom to decide for ourselves. If others truly care for us, then they will forgive us for our mistakes. This will help us to learn to forgive ourselves.

As I said, this is all free thinking and I seek some feedback from folk on what I've written here.

With Love

Marty