physical act – Hālau 'Aha Hui Lānākila

OPEN A DOOR FOR ANOTHER

It is a small gesture, but it is a most powerful act. Actually, opening a door is more than a physical act. It’s about putting yourself out there, getting to know people, making them feel comfortable and making them feel welcome.

As I’ve observed the decades pass, I note that we as a society have lost something special by insisting we open our own doors. We’ve closed off the ability to make connections. And with the advent of electronic devices, we’ve disconnected, insulated, or rather isolated, ourselves in ways that are harmful. Harmful? Yes, because we are fundamentally social by nature, and the doors we’ve created separate, isolate. In our isolation, we’ve become despondent, distrustful, secretive and dark. And as the years whiz by, I’ve come to realize that doors don’t always revolve around me. Allowing another to open the door for me says much more about who I am and where my heart resonates. It’s also something more. It’s making a statement. It’s overcoming judgments, stereotypes, profiling based on appearances. It’s a declaration to the world that you are not invisible, that your presence matters in our world, that it’s okay to look into another’s eyes and acknowledge that they are present, too.

Big changes come about from a series of small moves. Just as a small pebble causes ripples when thrown into placid water, a small gesture, such as opening a door, sets into motion a ripple that can transform our world into a place we all want to be a part of. So, next time you’re out and about your business, BE present with those around you. It’s not a definitive answer to every situation, but it is a good start.

Peace be with you … have a great week. Aloha Ke Akua

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