MAY 2024 BLOG – REFELECTIONS YARO
WAR ON WARS
Dear Reader,
The month of May is the month of Mother’s day
that gave us all birth and Gia day or the great Mother Earth that gives us all
the living beauty we call Nature. And yet, as we examine, in the daily news,
the human events are far from beautiful. The wars, the chaos and misery that
many people on Earth are suffering make us feel depressed and anxious
about the future.
We may realistically ask: Why are humans in
love with wars? Since the beginnings of humanity, we can easily count the many
and frequent wars and destruction. Leaders of the world (good or bad)
constantly declare wars like: “war on poverty”, “war on terror”, “war on the bad
economy” etc. Then we faced the many wars like Vietnam, Korea, Afghanistan, Iraq,
Israel, and Hamas and now war in Ukraine.
The so called “great” world wars, war one and war two, promised
the end of all wars and yet, as we know from the above list, in all these wars no
lessons have been learned only destruction and wars did not stop and continue
in various countries and damage populations of young and old.
Therefore, in my view, let us all adopt the “peaceful
warrior” role and together celebrate GAIA – our Mother Earth. This is what Michael
Meade (my Mentor) promotes in all his talks and podcasts. Embrace Earth and
Love all humans. So, what is Earth Day?
Earth Day
Originally, the Vedas existed in the form of
chants and hymns with the root sound Om being the original tone emitted
from the womb of the cosmos. The potent chant known as the Gayatri Mantra was
considered the first hymn to come forth from the root sound Om. Thus, Gaya or
Gaia whether in sound, in image or in name brings a long lineage that echoes
back to the origins of life and resonates with the hidden unity of the world.
In that sense, there was something truly intuitive in the idea of using the
name Gaia in a modern attempt to revive the sense of the world being a living
entity and all of life being secretly interconnected.
On one level Gaia stands for the Great Mother
of all. On another level she appears as the common ground, the Earth we tread
upon, the soil we dig, both as garden and as cemetery. As the mother of all,
Gaia is both womb and tomb, she excludes nothing from the tapestry of life as
the great multiplicity of plants, animals and human beings appears as a secret
totality. When the world becomes divided against itself and life on earth seems
threatened, it is this underlying unity of soul and the relationship between
the individual and the whole that is trying to be rediscovered.
The loss of the Earth as a living, supportive body and as the ever-living source of creation has left us cosmologically dislocated, psychologically bereft, and literally unsettled within ourselves. Having, in a sense fallen out of the story and song of creation, we live in a growing separation from the inherent beauty and underlying unity of life. In such a bereft condition, it is the agony of Gaia, the suffering of the Earth itself that tries to call us back to a sense of being secretly connected to the living roots of creation.
The loss of the wholeness and sacredness at the center of life is part of the history of the Earth. And each time creation needs to renew itself Gaia plays her essential, archetypal role as source of knowledge and mother of all. To experience Gaia as a genuine living presence, we need to connect with the core imagination that rests at the center of our own hearts and souls. In doing that, we can also tap deep inner resources that are not just reassuring to ourselves, but that are also necessary for healing and renewal on Earth at this time.
Celebrating Earth Day is a wonderful way to show appreciation for our planet and promote environmental awareness. Here are some ways and means to celebrate Earth Day:
- Organize a Community Cleanup: Gather friends, family, or local organizations to clean up a park, beach, or neighbourhood. Make it fun by turning it into a friendly competition or offering prizes for the most trash collected.
- · Plant Trees or a Community Garden: Planting trees helps combat climate change by absorbing CO2. You can also start a community garden to promote local food production and green spaces.
- · Educational Workshops: Host workshops or seminars about sustainability, recycling, composting, or energy conservation. Invite experts or local environmental organizations to share their knowledge.
- · Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: Encourage people to reduce waste by using reusable bags, bottles, and containers. Set up recycling stations at public events or in your community to make recycling easier.
- · Nature Walks or Hikes: Organize guided nature walks or hikes to appreciate the beauty of the natural world. Share information about local flora, fauna, and ecosystems along the way.
- · Switch to Sustainable Practices: Encourage people to switch to eco-friendly habits like using energy-efficient appliances, carpooling or using public transportation, and opting for renewable energy sources.
- · Art and Music Events: Host art exhibitions, music concerts, or film screenings with environmental themes to inspire creativity and raise awareness.
- · Support Environmental Causes: Raise funds or volunteer for environmental organizations working on conservation, wildlife protection, or climate action.
- · Reduce Plastic Use: Organize campaigns to reduce single-use plastics in your community, such as plastic bags, straws, and bottles. Promote alternatives like reusable bags and water bottles.
- · Promote Sustainable Eating: Encourage plant-based diets, support local farmers' markets, and educate about the environmental impact of food choices.
- · Clean Energy Initiatives: Advocate for clean energy policies and support renewable energy projects in your area.
- · Engage Schools and Youth: Collaborate with schools to organize eco-themed activities, workshops, or competitions. Engage youth in environmental stewardship projects like tree planting or recycling drives.
- · Connect with Nature: Encourage people to spend time outdoors, whether it's gardening, hiking, bird watching, or simply enjoying a picnic in a natural setting.
- · Spread Awareness: Use social media, posters, or community events to spread awareness about environmental issues, sustainable living tips, and Earth Day initiatives.
Remember, every small action counts, and
collective efforts can make a significant impact in protecting our planet for
future generations.
The consequences resulting of neglect is not
dependent on who is right but who is left on this planet.
