By Mae Johnson
Sometimes we see the world and each other as objects to be
used and discarded. This is when we become separated from the
soul/heart.
Separated from the Heart
Being separated from the heart, the human being becomes
confused. Sicknesses of every sort begin to appear, starting
within the body. Many illnesses and eating disorders can arise.
This can lead to mental illnesses, mistrust, self-hatred, self-
destruction, and abuse. When we are cut off from our heart, we
are cut off from ourselves, our family, our friends, and the world.
This is a time when we can become increasingly fearful,
depressed, and detached from everyday living; and we begin to
see society as flawed and something abstract. This causes us to
lose trust.
Stay Close to Family
Being connected to family and friends helps up to become aware
of the loneliness of being in a "me against the world" mentality.
The family also can keep us from falling into a state of the notion
that reason, alone, is a source of knowledge and understanding.
Family can help us to not be influenced/controlled by the
destructive opinions of others. Family can also help us have
better behavior, when it comes to that which matters.
