The Big Picture - Bright Eyes
Since man has first had coherent
thought, there have always been questions pervading the mind that cry for an
answer. Some more complicated than other, these questions require a great deal
of introspection in conjunction with an incurable curiosity for what lies
beyond this world. Three of the most common questions center around the pathway
of human existence. Who am I? Why am I here? Where am I going?
I was born to a young couple who
were very much in love in Raleigh, NC. This would be the first element of my
identity. I am a son. However, I believe that my lineage is not only of this
earth, but has celestial roots which run through my body as thick as the blood
I inherited from my mortal parents. Because of this, I am not only a son of
worldly kin, but also a son of God. This fact alone can change practically
every outlook, decision and attitude you have in life.
Apart from these fundamental
elements of who I am, there are many other temporal elements that make up my
personality. I am a musician, a loyal
friend, a conversationalist. Many of
these attributes carry over to the reason why I believe I am here on this
earth.
There are many people that walk this
planet and give no thought to others; no care for what a stranger may be going
through, no empathy for loved ones who’ve suffered a bad day. I have been
blessed with the wonderful gift of altruism. However, this desire to connect
with others and make them feel valued and important can be draining. There are
many times where the desire to put other’s well-being or opinions before my own
has led me to be self-depreciating, tentative and emotionally exhausted. It’s a
balancing act; finding the happy medium between building up others without
tearing yourself down to do so. However, the satisfaction that comes from
helping those who may not typically feel useful come to realize their infinite
worth in the eyes of their fellow man, as well as their God is unparalleled.
I do not claim to be ay kind of role
model or inspiration for anyone, I simply believe that everyone has the
capacity to love those around them. I only wish to be a catalyst for those who
are on the cusp of deciding to be themselves and be proud of whatever that
person is and what they stand for.
The place that I’m going has two
tiers: temporal and eternal. As pertaining to my mortal life, I hope to be able
to continue on my chosen career path, which is Public Relations. I always
capitalize the name of the industry. It’s a bad habit, but I think it’s because
I consider it a friend. I realize this sounds odd, but my reasoning for saying
such is because ever since I’ve realized that PR is the field I’ve wanted to be
in, it has given me a new confidence and purpose in my mortal life. I love to
write. I love to speak. I love to assist people in helping other people. Public
relations helps me to address all of these strengths in one place. Getting paid
is a bonus.
As far as the more religious and
supernal aspect of “where I’m going,” I believe I’m returning to the same lace
I came from: back home with my Heavenly Father. For I am persuaded, as was the
Apostle Paul that “neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor
powers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor height, nor depth, nor any
other creature, shall be able to separate us from…God.” (Romans 8:38-39)
I believe, with everything inside of
me, that God has a plan for me. I also believe that I can know of a surety if I
am following that plan by asking Him in prayer if I am on the path he’d have me
follow. With the confidence and reassurance I receive from those conversations
with my Maker, how can I not continue to try to not only be my best self, but
encourage others to do the same?
Always,
Mike
Let the Sirens Rest - Now It's Overhead
Always,
Mike
Let the Sirens Rest - Now It's Overhead
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