According to the ancient Polynesian wisdom of Ka Huna, we should bless that which we want.
The shamans of Hawaii use the power of words and mind to heal the self, others and situations. They believe:
- If we resent people who have what we want, our resentment keeps what we desire away. (Don’t you want to avoid resentful people?)
- If we believe ourselves unworthy of receiving, that drives away the object of our desire. (Wouldn’t you rather hang around with confident friends?)
Resentment and feelings of unworthiness are both negative emotions. When we bless, there’s no room for negativity. Blessing nuzzles it out of the way.
Blessing has no space for thoughts like:
- “Oh sure, why does he get to live in a big house when I’m stuck in a tiny apartment.”
- “Those shoes would look so much better on me.”
- “I don’t want to be a multi-millionaire. I don’t want to have to worry about handling all that money.”
When we bless others, their day gets a little brighter, and we feel better too. The positives grow in an ever-expanding ripple.
What do you want to bless today?
Somerton Smith 
I like this idea and hope that I do it already. But if I don’t then this is a good reminder to get with it. Aloha!
Envy and resentment are the easier emotions – they come so darned naturally! It seems I always need to concentrate hard and choose not to feel those things. It’s work . . .
Several years ago I blessed a woman who had offended me with a money gift when she had a misfortune. The resentment disappeared, immediately.
Thanks for this nudge in the right direction, Arlene!
I can’t think of a time when blessing someone or something did not lead to a positive outcome. It’s a good air-clearer.
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Thanks for your time!
The Polynesian wisdom makes a lot of sense. Blessing is so much more positive.
This is a good philosophy for sure. Better to take control of our lessor emotions and learn to be happy for others too 😊
Yes, sometimes it takes a little bit of extra work and mindfulness, but it’s worthwhile. Happy New Year!
And best wishes for you as we enter this New Year !