[Daily OM]: With all that takes place in our
lives, it can sometimes be easy to overlook the fact that we're part of
something greater than ourselves -- a collective consciousness, the
Universe, a greater cause. Because of our tendency to forget this, we
might make decisions in our lives that don't reflect that responsibility
that comes with this belonging. All too often, we focus just on the
short-term, tangible gain to ourselves without worrying about its
consequences. Other times, we may discard the greater cause because it
seems like "hard work." The challenge is to expand our minds so that we
transcend the distinction between self and others, so we are aware of
how our choices and actions can impact a greater cause.
Contributing to the greater cause doesn't have to be all about
self-sacrifice. For example, if you plant a tree in a community space,
its shelter will cool and protect you as well as your neighbors.Or, your
reward might be in the form of the beauty that you now see in that
space or the sincere smiles of appreciation from neighbors. When you
serve the greater cause you also serve your greater good. There is
nothing that you cannot do for your highest good that will not benefit
the good of all. For example, saying no to a relationship that isn't
right for you not only benefits you but serves the greater good of the
other person that you are honoring with your honesty. Saying yes to your
dream job not only fulfills you but also serves the people that will
benefit from your enthusiasm and productivity.
When you know you are serving a greater cause, there is little room for
fear and doubt. You know that what you do will benefit others, so there
is no way the universe is not going to support your efforts -- even if
sometimes it may not look that way. Serving the greater cause allows you
to live from the space of your greatness. When you know that what you
do can serve a greater cause, you are aware of your power and ability to
influence and create change in this world.