‘There must be those among us who can sit down and weep and still be counted as warriors.” Adrienne Rich
In these chaotic times, I am focusing on what I am calling “Seedbeds of Liberation.” I aim to practise small but regular, like once an hour, acts of self-compassion and generosity towards all the beings I encounter. Seeking out the tender hearts of those who stand in solidarity with the suffering souls of the world can help me feel more empowered. How much I care, even if it is just a prayer; for local ecosystems, everyone’s children and everyone’s elders makes a huge difference.
On Jan.19th Joe Biden announced a pardon for Leonard Peltier, American Indian Movement leader, who has declared himself innocent and has been in a maximum security prison for 5 decades. Only time will tell if the new US oligarchs will honor this long-awaited clemency.
After 15 months of imprisonment by the Israeli government, some Palestinian hostages walked free on January 19th. I heard on CBC that many of them wept in shock to see the destruction of their culture, families and lands. I also heard on Red Nation, that on January 19th, some Palestinians sent heartfelt wishes of solidarity to Leonard’s family.
“…..even if hope never returns, we will live by love through our final breath.” Brian McLaren, Life After Doom
Listen to Lynsey Scott at www.thebirdsings.com/thewayknows. A line to inspire us: “You don’t have to know the way. The way knows the way.”
