Just WRITE

This song is based on the writing below, It’s a fun dance song, hope you enjoy it.

What do I mean when I say “just WRITE”? Is it simply putting words on paper, or is it a subtle play on words, implying that everything is “just RIGHT,” so there’s no need to worry? Well, the answer is a bit of both. On one hand, I aim to explore the concepts of correctness and incorrectness, all while spontaneously jotting down my thoughts as they flow from my mind.

It’s quite apparent to many of my friends that the world, and the United States in particular, is going through some challenging times, marked by various conflicts and tensions. I often find myself arguing that this might be a generational issue. When I was in my 20s and 30s, it felt like the world was teetering on the brink of disaster every day. Yet, here we are, discussing these very same concerns, albeit from a different vantage point, over three decades later.

I often liken these tumultuous times to waves. We experience periods of great upheaval followed by stretches of relative peace. Recently, a friend in our online group expressed his frustration, lamenting that he couldn’t find anything positive; everything seemed like a mess. I suggested to him that it’s not all bleak. In response, he challenged me, asking for some good news. My counter was simple: just look out the window. There’s beauty all around, whether it’s the sky, the clouds, or the stunning interplay of blue and white hues. He admitted, “You’re RIGHT; there is beauty everywhere if you take a moment to look.” But he persisted, “What about good news?” I countered, reminding him that he’s here at this very moment, breathing – that, in itself, is the best news one could hope for. He paused, pondered, and conceded, “You know what? I think you’re RIGHT.” I clarified, “I’m not claiming to be RIGHT; I’m just stating facts that might not be immediately evident when you’re inundated with news or negative social media content.” He chuckled, “You’re RIGHT,” and we shared a hearty laugh.

Shortly after that conversation concluded, another friend, who was relatively new to our group, burst into the discussion, passionately venting about someone who had done something he vehemently disliked. The specifics elude me, but suffice to say, the negativity was palpable even through the computer screen. A chorus of responses followed, some offering encouragement, while others unwittingly fueled his anger. Eventually, he left the conversation, seething with frustration. I commented that he should be cautious, as negativity tends to attract more negativity. My earlier chat companion and I concurred, discussing how like energy attracts like energy. It struck us as odd that, while in physics, like charges repel each other, on a molecular level, they seem to attract. In the realm of human interactions, it’s as if we function more like batteries rather than magnets.

In any case, we both agreed that being positive and content attracts positivity, while harboring anger and negativity draws more of the same energy. It was at that precise moment when our younger friend reentered the group conversation, seething with anger, much like a hornet whose nest had been disturbed. He recounted how he had just experienced a serendipitous car breakdown, with a snapped belt, and bemoaned his inability to afford the necessary repairs, given that he claimed to have a meager four dollars left in his bank account. My friend and I couldn’t help but share a knowing chuckle, not because we found humor in his misfortune, but rather due to the uncanny timing of his return, RIGHT after our discussion about the concept of attracting energy.

Feeling compelled to say something, I endeavored to uplift his spirits and urged him to embrace a more positive outlook. It was precisely at this moment that he countered, “How can I be positive when I’m left with just four dollars?” Though I thought to myself, “At least you have those four dollars,” I refrained from expressing it directly. Instead, I offered words of encouragement, suggesting that he take small steps toward positivity. However, he left the conversation abruptly. I feared that my words may have inadvertently offended him or been misconstrued, contributing to his mounting anger. Alternatively, it might have been that he needed to address his car’s broken belt.

Regardless, I found myself dwelling on his predicament. After an hour or so, I decided to draft a message, extending my apologies in case my earlier words had upset him. I also aimed to provide some encouragement, hoping it might help lift his spirits during this challenging time. He responded later, reassuring me that I hadn’t offended him and expressing his gratitude for my concern. He went on to share the considerable stress he was under while striving to support his family.

The thought of extending financial assistance crossed my mind, but given my own financial constraints and my limited knowledge of his situation beyond our brief conversations, I chose not to go down that path. Perhaps I had already provided some level of support through my words, but I couldn’t be certain. In any case, I’ve since been channeling positive energy his way, particularly during my meditation sessions and throughout my daily activities. I hope that he gains an understanding of the Law of Attraction and that his circumstances take a turn for the better.

The next day, I observed his participation in the group. I contemplated inquiring about how things were progressing, but I opted for a more passive approach. I chose to listen to the ongoing conversation without offering advice or comments, as he appeared to have settled down and shifted his attention to different subjects. While I couldn’t ascertain if his circumstances had improved, at least his demeanor seemed somewhat brighter, so I decided not to disturb the equilibrium.

The moral of the story doesn’t require much explanation; it’s rather apparent. If one aspires to find happiness, the key lies in being kind to both others and oneself. Good things tend to follow such kindness. Of course, life is marked by occasional bumps in the road, but maintaining a positive outlook through such circumstances makes the journey of adjustment that much smoother.