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Just published: Martha Treat #212
How Can I Assist – The True Next Action
In a time of new normal and concerns for many of meeting basic needs, I realized the Treat I was about to send just didn’t cut it.
I am aware as we all are that many people are out of work and needing support. Others are working double-time for the rest of us to have what we need. Thank you to the delivery services, the first responders and medical personnel.
We are all aware of the high levels of stress, fear and concern worldwide. And it is refreshing to see the contagion of goodness, caring, humor and creativity flourishing.
When I asked inside for something that could be uplifting to share in this Treat, I heard this: the true Next Action is to ask, how can I assist?
It moved me to tears.
In my own personal experience, service is what motivates me into action. And without fail it always lifts me out of any irritation, judgment, concern, fear, doubt, worry or depression.
For me, giving unconditionally is the highest next action—that of loving. And the giving can be as simple as listening. It starts with giving to ourselves. How can I assist you sweetheart? (aka You) And then extend yourself to others. Remember to listen. What you or another may want might be different than what you think is needed.
Asking How Can I Assist as the foundation of our thinking and our communications, is one way we can move though this Covid 19 as one together.
How can I assist you?
Martha Invitations
1. Be gentle with yourself and listen to what it is that you need in this moment.
2. Look for how you can assist in even simple ways.
3. Bring your laughter to yourself and to others as a service.
Martha
virginia@msia.org
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