Judgment!

Something we all have the propensity for. Judgment is handed down from generation to generation. Think about it…how many of us could go through a day without any judgment whatsoever? We are taught to judge, it’s not inherent in us. Being that my perspective of everything  is now askew, I tend to notice things that I usually wouldn’t. For instance, while walking in midtown a week ago, I happened to see some school kids making fun of an overweight  couple. That started me thinking about how I too, judge. So I came to a decision not to judge anyone anymore. If you notice I did not say “try not to”. When dealing with cancer you no longer have time to “try” anymore. It’s either “do” or “do not” I’m now coming from a place of “no pity”. It’s not that I don’t have feelings now, but there is no more time left in my life for trivial things. No longer is there  time to waste so my every action is a matter of life or death for me. Not an easy task but it is achievable. Why do we feel the need to label ourselves? Does it make any difference? All of us have the God-given right to choose. Let’s choose not to judge. Let’s leave judgement where it belongs… with God. “His” is the only judgement that counts. For me, it’s just time consuming. Remember… no longer a luxury! Basically, cancer has opened my eyes. God didn’t give me cancer, I was diagnosed with lung cancer because of my choices. I’m not a “leaf blowing in the wind” so to speak. I’ve assumed responsibility for my life and where I’m at in it. No one forced me to smoke that first cigarette. No one forced me to put acidic food in my body for most of my life. Assuming responsibility for your life is paramount in becoming free. Ironically, if not for cancer, I’d still be in my safe old bubble working at a menial job until I died. Now things are different. My life has meaning and direction. Maybe along my path I can help someone. So, don’t judge people….it’s a waste of time. Work on yourself. Work on being and living free. I am! Peace and blessings!