I know (like my English teacher or something) my secret, or should I hold on to it?
I’m 17 and, well, an experience about 3 months ago revealed to me the extent of my mother's love. It was like a love greater than I could imagine--a love so great that it opened my eyes, and immediately I was a lot wiser. Eventually, all my fears, insecurities, and selfish desires dissolved—I had overcome them. It’s so weird, feeling like an adult in a teen’s body—truly amazing really; it’s a gift for which I’m grateful.
I’ve even reached that point where it’s like… I don't think my mom was a good parent, but I...love her. It's just that I understand. It's so weird, because I used to be so mad at her --but I totally forgive her and want her to feel loved like she deserves. I mean people are flawed, and they're not perfect--but somehow, it's our responsibility to rise past that and love wholeheartedly despite every else. You know... it is pain that guides us to try to understand and eventually build up our wisdom to a point where all we see in ourselves is love. It is then that it doesn't matter that the person hurt us, because we're above it. The truth is that everyone deserves to be loved despite imperfections and flaws.
Loll I’m looking forward to AP English essays now, because my compassion and understanding of the human condition is so much broader now due to one experience that completely opens your mind and the alluring desire to understand more and more—and I’m so excited about life now, that I’m learning things everyday. It was a complete change in me, and somehow I keep wanting to improve myself in all ways big and small.
So should I keep this a secret or not?
2007-09-21 17:13:39 · 12 answers · asked by Tiffany 3 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
The first thing you should do is give your mom a big hug and let her know how much you love and appreciate her. Do this often - nobody ever gets tired of being cherished. Growing up allows us to understand better, forgive, feel compassion and also admiration. You should share - hope that you can help someone else realize that imperfections exist and don't make the person unworthy of our love and sometimes forgiveness.
2007-09-21 17:26:28 · answer #1 · answered by Mrs. Goddess 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are a born-again christian then I suggest strongly that you question the guidance of the Lord and His Holy Spirit on this matter as ONLY HE REALLY KNOWS WHAT WOULD BE RIGHT FOR YOU TO DO.Then I would ask my mother if she cared if I shared my great experience with her and how you found out her great love for you. If she agrees then share it but if she does not want you to share it,
like you said you have learned ...understand where she is coming from and do NOT HOLD ANY HARD FEELINGS FOR HER AT ALL!
I am rejoicing with you in your growth as a person and I wish you the very best in life.
You did not say if you know the Lord or not.
The Bible tells us in Psalms that ...THE FEAR AND AWE OF THE LORD IS THE REAL BEGINNING OF TRUE WISDOM. Without the knowledge and the wisdom of God a person only has man's wisdom which does NOT even hold a candle next to the CREATOR'S great wisdom.
2007-09-21 17:28:59 · answer #2 · answered by PROUD GRANNY1 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well your enlightened state is really something to be proud of, I am pleased to hear you have found the secret of life so young. You are very fortunate to have had these things revealed to you at such a young age, please show others your age what this what you have learned. It is a blessing to see things through new eyes which you are now doing. Your insight to the whole matter is solid but there is more to learn, continue to pursue it. Dare I ask? Do you follow the Bible?
2007-09-21 17:26:27 · answer #3 · answered by caminolargo76 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Let me tell you a secret about your secret.
Most of those who don't know it, can't hear it.
(e.g. arizonapolecat)
It's a hard thing to tell. But, you might just get it out there through a story.
Just so you know, you probably have not seen the last of your fears, insecurities and selfish desires; but they are a LOT easier to manage when you've gotten over yourself.
Here's another hard thing to tell, but I haven't got room for a story.
The most important belief on the road to Enlightenment, is to NEVER believe you are Enlightened. Knowledge is gained by those aware of how little they know, and ignored by those who believe they know it all.
2007-09-21 18:40:38 · answer #4 · answered by Phoenix Quill 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This is called self actualization, this happens to only a few people who have learn a wonderful lesson in life in which they can achive there goals and beyond.
2007-09-21 17:25:21 · answer #5 · answered by ej3dval1 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's your choice. I think you missed some very valuable life lessons though in keeping this theory about human relationships.
But, this is part of your exploration of your own journey in life.
2007-09-21 17:24:01 · answer #6 · answered by guru 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Split the difference and tell them that their guidance and influce ahs opened up a world of possibilites for you and keep it at that
2007-09-21 17:21:53 · answer #7 · answered by Experto Credo 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i think you should tell your mom how much respect you have for her, even with all the flaws!! i'm sure she'd love to hear it!! she may herself feel the same way you did about her and for you to tell her may lift her spirits and show her how much her baby has matured. please be careful with wording it though you don't want to hurt her feelings. good luck and stay focused on those good thoughts!!
2007-09-21 17:26:00 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Blah blah blah, I'm dumber for having read this drivel...
2007-09-21 17:36:08 · answer #9 · answered by arizonapolecat 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you should start writing books, you would make a good author
2007-09-21 17:19:42 · answer #10 · answered by bob 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋