Greetings Dear Ones,
It is our delight to spend these few moments in communion with you. It is our hope that you will remain steadfast, with your eyes on the Creator, no matter what turmoil is happening in your life, those around you and globally.
Be wary of rumors and false information, which is abounding and will continue to escalate. Before you retell “news” stories to others, check your facts first. It is unwise to be part of the problem that results when misinformation is spread.
With those whose views are not in alignment with yours, listen with intent, for some of what they say may have some truth. Verify the facts. Rather than argue about the differences, ask the other why they believe what they do and where they get their source information. If they are interested in your beliefs, be ready to offer why you believe what you do and cite your source information.
Those who would rather argue or press their opinions onto you, gracefully disengage from that conversation. Conversely, be sure that you aren’t the one forcing your opinion on others. For the reality is that no one has the full scope of all that is happening in any given situation. There are always things happening behind the scenes that are unknown. The true intentions and motives of others are often not presented.
Be wary of gossiping about others, whether these are people you personally know or others. For speaking ill of others and regurgitating rumors or unverified facts can lead to dangerous outcomes. Many people are imprisoned, physically harmed, shunned or even killed due to false information. If you have nothing kind to say about another, it is best to remain silent rather than to slander. This is not to say that you should not give your opinion to one who asks. The goal is to speak only what you know to be true. If you are not in agreement with what that person says or does, be mindful that this is solely your opinion. It is wise to offer your opinion mainly when asked. Most others times, “silence is golden,” especially if one’s words incite unnecessary emotions or actions.
THINK before you speak. Ask yourself these questions before offering words that may be harmful to another.
Is it True? Have you verified the fact or simply restating what you have heard others say.
Is it Honest? Are you giving your true opinion or simply going with the flow?
Is it I,I,I at the center? Are your conversations all about you and your opinions… without giving due diligence to the opinions and beliefs of others?
Is it Necessary? Are your words uplifting, important or is better to remain silent or change the topic?
Is it Kind? Do your words express compassion and love? Are they educative in a non-confrontational manner?
These next two weeks, we challenge you to monitor your words closely, using this simple “T.H.I.N.K.” acronym. Also, begin to monitor more closely the beliefs you are adopting as a result of what you hear others speak. Fact-check before you adopt anything as truth. Conversely, before you tell, check it well.
We love you beyond measure and it is our desire to see you happy and productive in service to others. Take time to enjoy the beauty in nature!
You are loved beyond measure, as a treasure, by the One who created All. Never forget this.
** Transcribed by Theresa Crabtree. Share this measure freely with others. We hope you will join us for the next Celestial Gathering. theresacrabtree.com/events/