Open or closed?

It's a new day, a new opportunity and a chance to see things from a different perspective. I love waking up each day knowing that it is a reset of sorts and a way to see something that you didn't see before. Of course you have to be open to this process. If you are closed, then each day is just a continuation of the last and the days blur into one another. As I've gotten older, I can more easily see peoples misery written on their faces. When I was younger, I didn't see beyond facades as well as I can now. I'm not sure if it's because my intuition has become more acute, or if it's because I've peeled away so many layers myself, that I am just more grounded in truth. Whatever the reasons, I'm astounded at how many people are running from themselves. Young people can hide behind their youthful looks but their behavior is often their tale-tale sign that they are spinning out of control. Older adults are often more restrained in their behaviors and become better at playing their roles, but their anguish is written in the lines in their faces, the look in their eyes and in how they carry themselves. People who are miserable are stuck. Being upset, sad, hurt and angry are emotions that people can cycle through easily if they are in touch and open. Those who are closed, hold onto those feelings and they become locked in their own fortresses of pain. It's sad because unfortunately, misery loves company and those people tend to lash out onto those around them. If you are open, then don't let those in misery contaminate you. You can love them from a distance and send them blessings but by all means, protect yourself. Chances are, someone closed wouldn't even be reading this blog, or they'd roll their eyes while reading an entry. But if by chance, a closed person wandered here by mistake or out of curiosity, you can change if you are open to the process. The process is simple actually. All change just requires the first step...wanting to change. Being open to change means simply embracing a new path, and a new way of seeing things. You don't even have to know how to get there yet. The answers always come when you need them and the direction illuminates itself, if you just remain open. Practice feeling open, or if you are open, then visualize yourself opening up even more! Embrace all that can come your way, rather than making demands or cracking the door open only slightly and wondering why nothing is changing. Push the door open all the way, and let life happen! Know also, that sometimes the universe sends you something you need the most but it's not what you asked for. Trust the process. From now on, when you fall asleep at night, let the day slip away with gratitude. Then, set your intention for new things to come your way and be open to seeing things in a new light. That way, each day offers a new chance and life begins to feel exciting again, with countless possibilities. The other option....remain closed and life feels lifeless, stagnation sets in and misery attempts to color everything. Open = opportunity. It's always your choice...are you open to it?