The Power of Connection in Crisis
January 16, 2010 by Janny
I have not written a post for a while. The recent world crises and especially the earthquake in Haiti, has stimulated some thoughts that I would like to share with you.
It seems to me that more and more often, humanity is being offered opportunities that highlight our similarities in crisis and loss. The current aftermath of the earthquake in Haiti is no exception. This morning, it brings to mind, the opportunity we all have to offer support in whatever manner possible. And as is always the case, perhaps this is the mechanism by which the awareness of the world is now focused upon Haiti and her people. With this awareness of their current suffering comes also the awareness that these people have suffered for many years.
In the past, it has been easy to become disconnected from the suffering of people that are not our neighbors…for that matter, often we may also shut out the suffering of those close to us. We disconnect our self from the pain of another, often because we feel helpless to change it.
There is always something we can do. Prayer, meditation, holding the image of a better life for the Haitians, as well as others, connect us, and make a difference, and changes the energy of devastation. Go ahead, contribute your time, energy, and money, and, also, hold the Haitian people in your heart with hope and a vision for improving this situation.
This is good advice for all crises and situations which creates loss, in the world as well as in our personal lives and professional lives. The pain of loss signals that we are out of connection with our self, our Creator, Others, and the Earth. It is our task to feel the feelings associated with that disconnection, and then look for ways to reconnect. Focus on those experiences and actions that provide a sense of connection. For example, there were many experiences of rescue in Haiti, as well as a wonderful story of an couple from Iowa finding their soon to be adopted child safe and sound; the orphanage intact. To experience connection, focus on the hopefulness of an experience such as the one mentioned. Experience and radiate that sense of hope you feel from your heart when thinking about this situation, and consciously replace the negative feelings of sadness and helplessness you may feel with hopefulness. Through this simple but powerful conscious choice, you help change the energy helplessness created by this crisis and their loss. Make no mistake, this is a powerful tool to help any crisis from and internal and external perspective. Focusing on devastation and loss does not help. Focus on the hopefulness of the situation. Envision a better life for the Haitian people. Go ahead send money, or volunteer,
AND image a better place. Image a better world. 
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