Ending the Cycle of Suffering

Posted on September 21, 2013 by russtowne

Some time ago I read a saying that I would have at one time agreed with and found humorous, but now just saddens me:

“KARMA: No need for revenge. Just sit back and wait. Those who hurt you will eventually screw up themselves and if you’re lucky God and/or Goddess will let you watch.”

I believe that those who hurt me or others are already suffering.

May their suffering soon end, and may I be an instrument to that end.

May I forgive them for their sake and mine.

May I hope that they be enlightened rather than punished.

For I believe that until their suffering ends, it is unlikely that they will stop hurting themselves and others.

May I be wise and loving enough to do my part to help end the cycle of suffering.

With Love,
Russ

About russtowne

I'm awed by the beauty of nature and the power of love and gratitude. Some of my favorite sensory experiences include waves crashing on rocky shores, waterways in ancient redwood and fern-filled forests, and rain. My wife and I have been married since 1979. We have 3 adult children and 5 grandchildren. I manage a wealth management firm that I founded in 2003. My Beloved is a Special Education teacher for Kindergartners and First Graders. I'm a published author of approximately 60 books in a variety of genres for grownups and children.
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19 Responses to Ending the Cycle of Suffering

  1. strokedtolife says:
    September 21, 2013 at 10:03 pm

    Very wise and enlightening my friend.

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  2. Mrs. P says:
    September 21, 2013 at 10:10 pm

    Beautifully said!

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  3. joannerambling says:
    September 21, 2013 at 11:24 pm

    Ok I came from reading a post about not forgiving people to reading this now I am confused should I forgive or not…………lol

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  4. bulldog says:
    September 22, 2013 at 7:29 am

    Yep that is quite a profound statement/wish you make there, Russ… if we could all be the end of the cycle it would be such a better world…

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  5. Cathy Ulrich says:
    September 22, 2013 at 3:58 pm

    I agree wholeheartedly, Russ!
    Cathy

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  6. Kristi says:
    September 23, 2013 at 9:52 pm

    very wise words and I agree. thanks for this.

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  7. writerwannabe763 says:
    September 24, 2013 at 12:30 am

    There is certainly enough ‘hate’ in the world…. no need to wish ill will on others.. Diane… btw got the books…thank you !..

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  8. The Presents of Presence says:
    September 24, 2013 at 1:46 am

    Here Here ~ Great post Russ! I HEARTily agree! ♥

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  9. BeWithUs says:
    September 24, 2013 at 12:49 pm

    This lovely thought, my friend…would be one big lovely karma…Cheers!! 😀

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