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Today, as in any time in history, we embrace some feeling, for security, as a means by which we may gage the freedom, available for any
and all activities. Although our
ancestors had similar (even, more routine) concerns, the moments, available for much contemplation
were rare. Even rarer, was discussion among them.
Only recently, have we begun to clearly
appreciate the importance of serious
thought (let alone, communication) about this basic need. We didn’t seem to have time for it. Even if life-threatening assault was moments away, one
must, first, turn attention to any on-going
attack, delivering quicker
demise. First things, first! Before
anyone, in our world today, can seriously think about most necessities (including
food and water) they must be reasonably
free of concern for impending,
violent attack. Those other needs are important, but we must proceed, according to priority.
On the other hand, argument may be
presented which ascribes such “secondary”
needs as “reasons” for the attacks! Perhaps, when we have an opportunity to
address secondary needs, we should do
so with a greater level of
appreciation for the concerns of others.
When any opportunity arises, to address on-going, or impending hostilities, it may be well to utilize increased levels
of insight when looking at positions on
both sides of the “board”. Such increased
attention (in such matters) is, obviously, mandated by past experience, as well as current.
The fact that we are able to do more, in such areas, is the answer to
those who may say: “What is the use in trying…it never worked, before!”
So, then, here, in these pages, we
present some thoughts for your
consideration. As can be seen on our “Front Page”,
we try to present material aimed at any one individuals’ personal desire to strengthen themselves in basic areas.
Our Renew Focus page expanded, in this purpose (Section
1)…followed by, the more targeted
efforts: ( Memory
Project and the Habits Project
) of Section 2. Finally,
we turned our attention to matters more directly focused on the concerns of all
of us as a group ( Section 3).
We are hopeful that this project might
make some small contribution towards
enhancement of individual appreciation
for/awareness of, greater security…encouraging a more secure, strong, and self
assured individual. We need to be
less vulnerable to destructive forces…both
those without, and those which may
have, (already) infiltrated our
defenses. Only then can we be more sensitive to vital matters! A nation made up of stronger individuals is a
stronger nation. The same principle applies
to all humanity. People better able
to meet their own needs are more capable of meeting the needs
of others, who may be lacking/deserving.
(Speaking. More strongly…)
So much of the world, today, seems to be
headed to a bad place…on a bad track. If this world was an old car,
in need of more repair, beyond it’s worth, we could trade it, scrap it, or get
a new one. But, it isn’t. We can’t do that. The problem encompasses areas
beyond our finite understanding. What can
we do about that? There’s plenty, we can
do! Instead of worrying about
what we can’t do, we can move
forward...with real actions!
Look around…think about it. It’s easy to understand if you don’t want to think about it (but that’s what
this little piece is all about): looking
at, and seeing, clearly…acknowledging reality, as it is, now!
We should see this as a challenge! If
we don’t, we’re not trying hard
enough.
People,
that seem all “happy” about how
things are going, today, are the ones with the problem…They’re the ones who enjoy
having huge “blankets” pulled over their eyes. They enjoy the pleasure of
inserting their heads, deep, beneath the “sands”, of life…and they really,
get their minds around the idea of enjoying all of this “happiness”!
But,
just because you can’t enjoy
something that’s not real, doesn’t mean you get no pleasure out of life. The fact is…what’s real is real…what’s a
dream is a dream. If you’re not afraid
to look at a problem, you’ll, probably, see it.
Only, then, can you, really,
do something about it…otherwise, even when you’re doing something…you’re, only, dreaming about it. Only take action with your eyes open…get more
out of it.
Yes, the
world’s messed up because of things many people did (long ago, and more recently) but that’s not the main concern, now. Mistakes were made. Now, we need to start working on what
needs to be done…and we need to do it right! That doesn’t mean it, all, has to be done, to completion, in
one stroke. It just means that: “every
bit we do…do it right”…and …“let’s get
started!
“Accepting” a situation as it is, does not mean that we are allowing it to exist. We are, merely, accepting it into our “hands”, for the purpose of “handling”
it. We need a good “grip” on it! Once that happens, it’s possible to carefully
“pick-and-choose” the “adjustments”, needed.
The situation might call for going into the “heart” of it…or just making some “surface” changes.
This whole “society/culture” is “ate up” with attitudes that want to “put on band-aids”, make “quick fixes”, and, even, “carefully cultivate effective methods of
closing our eyes…fast!”, whenever situations look like they might be a little rough. This world, today, is in bad need of good
strong people …to “stand up” and
give it a little “push”!
But, why me?...The
big “question”, here, isn’t, necessarily, about “who’s in a position to change anything?” Usually, it’s about “who will do all they can do!” Right…it
always comes back to renewing our efforts to do “what’s right’, and “do it
better!” Only an individual person can institute substantial
change.
But, why does this, often, seem so repetitious?
Why don’t we seem to make more progress?
Maybe, we’re not putting enough effort into it…or, maybe, we’re
trying too hard. Only one thing is for
sure: “we need be more
determined to do it right, the next time we attempt to renew focus.
“Your
Country First”
The
critical importance of a person placing the priorities of his own nation,
before those of others, is a simple fact. Such principles should be applied by
people of all nations.
Before we
are able to, meaningfully, contribute to the well
being of others, we must be sustained
by essential support, provided by
a co-operative effort between ourselves and our own, immediate, society. In
other words, we must feel safe and secure, here and now. Then, and only then,
are we able to offer, much, to help others. Such a point of view is realistic and indispensable, to such efforts.
In addition
to being secure, in our own surroundings, however…when we shift some of our
focus to more distant places, we need
a renewal, of such personal
assurance, upon acquiring a wider view. This may be sensed/measured, on different scales,
and subjected to many standards, but
what counts, most, is our own, personal,
degree of strength, in making such
assessments. Just how sure are we of our own ability to do so? Only to the
extent that this feeling of good ability exists, can we
experience real satisfaction…where
we stand…at that time. This thought reveals the essence of the reason to
maintain and practice a system of renewing focus! We should improve ability to
maintain focus on important matters, while, also, strengthening a protective system for renewing total, overall
focus…to include important updates, as they appear. Only, when you are
in a condition of strength and readiness, with tools for clear focus/insight,
should you attempt to, seriously, consider distant topics, such as
those, following, below:
At a
time when ideas, expressed worldwide, are leading to significant appreciation for the true feelings of others
we are entering the threshold of a new era. Humans have, always, aspired to this…but
we’ve only, recently, arrived at a
time in which a large majority have been able to consciously consider such a possibility. This changes everything. Many, in the past, may have seriously, considered such things, but were unable to make further progress. Only now do we have the means to overcome obstacles that seemed insurmountable (geography, etc. )…but, more than that that, many of us enjoy heightened levels of ability to see things much more clearly…due, largely, to increased levels of security and comfort. The freedom this affords us, will allow an awakening of appreciation for better worldwide relationships. In the past, many well meaning individuals, with awareness of the need for nurturing human relationships, became overcome, by their very “longing” for improvement ! As is the case of most pursuits, an unbridled “longing” leads one to focus on future possibilities …often, focus obtained in haste. “Pictures”, created in this way, can affect/grip our thinking and psyche without conscious awareness… anxiety may grow to become a dominant factor in our pursuits. Only those with great fundamental strength, can harness such anxiety. A substantial “degree” of such strength should be present prior to any consideration of substantial possibilities for the future. Whenever our focus seems to be less than clear , we should think about “renewing” that focus!
The
amount of, real, personal security,
enjoyed by most of us, today, is not, always, obvious. The threats we face, and
the conflicts that are going on overshadow the fact that we have
overcome much greater dangers, in the past. This is as it should be. We must
continue to step up our efforts to deal with the problems we currently face. We
need to work in support of efforts to do so…always in the light of where
and how we, as a people, want the future to unfold.
Advancement in global security today requires
much increased understanding between all governments. Of prime interest to the
vast majority of the world’s population, is the quality(and amount) of communication that exists between the major
“superpowers”. Most people realize that
these powers have, by far, the most ability to affect the levels of security of
the other nations, from a global
perspective. Within more regional areas,
many nations have important security concerns, but the nations, involved,
prefer to look to their own resources when help from the major powers is not
necessary.
Necessarily,
in the past, there existed, only, limited collaboration
between the dominant powers (US,
The Essence
of World Security…
The
essence of world security is, of course, tied to the very essence of human
relations. Historically, mankind has
dealt with major
dispute by engaging in battle, compromise, or “ waiting” strategies. Today,
people are, increasingly, finding it relevant to get back to some of our
most basic thinking, concerning our relations with our fellow man. This comes as a result of frequent
realizations concerning both the changing nature of others, and our own need to
re-evaluate some of our current practices.
see: Basic Human
Relations
World
Politics…
Historically, international politics were
driven, largely, by territorial and other issues involving military/power
strategies. Today, matters of economics are the primary factors that drive
politics. Those other concerns still remain, but an evolution of awareness helps our leaders to stay more focused on
the heart of their national security issues…a little closer to the needs of
their people. Higher levels of military
strength are being seen, more and more, as less important, than improved
well-being of the populace. The politics of nations other than the “big
powers”, while driven by greater concerns for their military security, are,
also, more frequently confronted by
the urgent needs of their citizenry. Once, again, economics takes priority.
Global
Economic Strategy…
All
economic factors result from the collaboration of man and nature. In as much as
this is undertaken with due understanding of the needs of both…human beings
will gain in prosperity. Through
education/communication, large numbers are becoming aware that their own,
individual, personal attention to prime
details of their economic activity, is quite important. Therefore, they are
becoming more receptive to ideas that may be of real assistance.
With good
quantity/quality of educational and other (most primary) infrastructure in place, people of the more developed nations are in a position, now, to greatly improve
their own living standards, with no further assistance than the sharing of a few good ideas. People in
less developed parts of the world will, also, soon enjoy good levels of such
ability, if their basic security levels are felt to be adequate…they will need
just a little more help, mainly, in
areas of communication and education. …more on this: (click) “Specific
Areas of Security/Economic Issues”
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