Wise Words
It won’t be easy, but we can get through this crapshoot of a timeline together.
Lately, it feels like the world is throwing so much our way, doesn't it? There are days when it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, to really feel like you could GET LOST IN A SEA OF DESPAIR. I know I've had those moments, staring at the news or scrolling through my feed, wondering how we navigate it all. That's why I keep coming back to the incredible wisdom of REP. JOHN LEWIS. His words, "DO NOT GET LOST IN A SEA OF DESPAIR. DO NOT BECOME BITTER OR HOSTILE. BE HOPEFUL, BE OPTIMISTIC," are more relevant than ever. For me, hearing that from someone who faced so many challenges throughout his life, it’s a powerful call to action for our spirits. It’s not about ignoring the tough stuff, but about choosing how we respond to it. He’s telling us that even when things feel bleak, we have a choice to BE HOPEFUL, BE OPTIMISTIC. It's a conscious decision to look for the good, to believe in a better outcome, and to actively work towards it. And then there’s the part about GOOD TROUBLE. "NEVER, EVER BE AFRAID TO MAKE SOME NOISE AND GET IN GOOD TROUBLE, NECESSARY TROUBLE." This phrase truly empowers me. It's not about chaos for the sake of it, but about standing up for what's right, challenging injustice, and speaking truth to power. In a time when it feels like so much is at stake, whether it's concerns about digital spaces or major societal shifts, it reminds me that our voices matter. It’s about finding those moments, big or small, where we can advocate for positive change. Maybe it’s signing a petition, speaking up in a community meeting, or even just having conversations with friends and family about important issues. It's about being actively engaged, rather than passively observing or succumbing to cynicism. John Lewis showed us time and again that WE WILL FIND A WAY TO MAKE A WAY OUT OF NO WAY. This isn't just a poetic phrase; it's a testament to human resilience and collective action. It acknowledges that the path forward might not be clear, that obstacles will arise, but with determination and unity, solutions can be forged. It reinforces the idea that even when the easiest option seems to be to give up, there's always an opportunity to innovate, to adapt, and to press on. His legacy is a beacon, reminding us that feeling lost is a temporary state, not a permanent one. We can choose to rise above the bitterness, to reject hostility, and instead embrace hope and optimism. The original thought, "It won’t be easy, but we can get through this crapshoot of a timeline together," perfectly encapsulates this spirit. It validates the difficulty but insists on the power of togetherness and the wisdom of pushing for a better future, just as REP. JOHN LEWIS taught us. So, let’s remember his words, lean on each other, and keep striving for that GOOD TROUBLE.
