The Belle

You too can dwell in the consciousness of “ALL IS WELL.”

For a while now, I have known about the power of positive thinking; however, it didn’t really hit home until after my mother passed away.

My family wanted to make certain that our mother received a proper send-off by way of a spectacular memorial service. And was it ever! 

The Country Clubhouse served as the backdrop for this affair, replete with flowers and decorative branches surrounding the room like an enchanted forest. Each branch was adorned with glitter-covered, sparkling butterflies and songbirds. Candlelit lanterns led the way.

Leading up to this event required planning. My brother, his friend, and I went early one morning to the SF Flower Mart to order flowers in advance. We looked at the various vases and tried to determine what type of flowers would be appropriate.

Our purchase included two dozen fresh beautiful orchids. Instead of taking them home that day, the shopkeeper kindly offered to store them. My brother and I voiced our concerns that they might not be there when we returned later in the week. Without so much as missing a beat, my brother’s friend chimed in and said, “I don’t think like that.” We both looked at her as if to say, And, just exactly what galaxy do you hail from?

She made no apologies for her statement, which rang true like a clear sounding Tibetan bell, dispelling my jaded view of reality. I had been hardwired to worry, fret, and succumb to less than positive thinking. It wasn’t until later in life that I would learn from my spiritual teacher, “Worry is the highest form of negative creation.” Now, that’s something to ponder or fret about . . .

We continued on with the event planning and each one of us “had a nice day.” I liked this person who dwelled in the consciousness of “ALL IS WELL.”

Now, by all means, I don’t wish to dismiss intuition or the voice of reason for that matter. It’s just when worry happens to be a default setting, positive thinking is a Godsend.

I have always believed we can learn something of value from each and every person. Those we meet—or with whom we spend a day planning an event—can enlighten our lives. And, oh my, how I have come light years since her revelatory statement. I now try to faithfully subscribe to her positive way of thinking.

One direct route to establishing equanimity is to simply fill your thoughts with positive self-talk and affirmations.  If you wish, sing the words set to a favorite musical tune.  This is my daily mantra for cleansing my heart and soul, securing peace within myself, and making certain I have a nice day.