If love is all you see.

Mirror, mirror, right here in front of me.

We are all mirrors to each other. This concept has truly tested my understanding, pushing me to shift my perspective in profound ways. Yet, the truth rings clear: change your perspective, change your life.

And remember this above all else: the only life you wield control over is your own. Fixating on the behavior of others is a drain on your precious time and energy.

Notice when you find yourself labeling the behavior, words, or actions of others. This act of labeling stems from the ego. Tune into the emotions that arise when you judge – are they rooted in love? Likely not. When the urge to label surfaces, or when you catch yourself saying something you shouldn’t have, try redirecting the question inward: “How and when have I embodied this same trait… x, y, z?”

To truly grasp that you are love at your core is a foundational truth. Everything else that contradicts this inherent love is merely a program, something learned that can, in turn, be unlearned.

If love is your essence, then it is also the essence of the person before you. To perceive anything less is the voice of the ego. Can you embrace the understanding that every interaction is first and foremost a conversation with yourself?

Embracing this perspective will undeniably enhance your communication with everyone. Furthermore, the practice of curiously examining when you have exhibited the very behavior you observe in others, directing the focus back to your own experience, will accelerate your personal growth exponentially.

You see, it truly boils down to remembering the profound depth of love that resides within us all. Anyone displaying hurtful behavior has simply lost touch with the love that they are.

When you choose to internalize someone’s actions or words, even if they seem directed at you, you are the one causing yourself pain. Often, what others project is a reflection of their own inner world. We are all mirrors, and in speaking to another, we first speak to ourselves.

Let the actions of others serve as a compass for your own, guiding you towards love. Ask yourself: “When and how have I been x, y, z?”

Cultivate the ability to discern between communication rooted in love and communication born from hurt, allowing you to respond with greater mindfulness. Imagine responding to negativity with a sincere: “Thank you, I love you, may you be well.”

Accepting someone’s words isn’t about agreeing with them; it’s about defusing a potential conflict before it escalates. What can one truly say in response to such heartfelt sincerity?

You cannot change another’s behavior, but you possess the power to transform your own and how you choose to respond.

True service to others begins with recognizing the ingrained programs within you that obscure the love you already are. This inner work is the ultimate service to self, benefiting all.

If your core essence is love, then the Kingdom of Heaven truly resides within you. It is simply a matter of which spirit you choose to nurture: your Ego or your SOUL!