Old Dogs Can Be Taught
Written By: Mistress Ravenfyre
Events shape our lives. No matter how big or small the occurrence, it molds us into who and what we are. Whether from the womb or during our childhood right up to being full pledged adult, we are continually molding and re-shaping ourselves.
Looking at our lives we shall all agree that there are changes for the better that should be made. Whether it be our lives in general or our mental way of thinking. Change is good if it enhances our lives and those around us.
Some people that are in our lives we wonder if they will ever change . Not changing by our own standards but simply the right course of action in a constructive manner. Sometimes we are let down and other times we are more surprised than a child at Christmas seeing this change. Here is such a change
Nearly two years ago a gentleman laid in a coma. Pronounced dead by the doctors that were working with him for nearly a month. Organs were failing, shutting down rapidly. After the good-byes were said, I called together a random group of associates to send as much energy as possible to see if the power of a complete unit could possibly save this person. Within a matter of days the gentleman did in fact regain consciousness and the doctors called it a miracle. I call it a coincidence since there is no direct proof as to the group workings true effect.
After the time of recuperation this person proved to be the same mean spirited unhappy person as he was before. Nothing seemed to change, even though he had told of talking and hearing things that were unexplainable. His demeanor was the same. I was saddened that he was saved only not to have really seen the light and changed his destructive personality . Some people never change, or so I thought.
It was puzzling that someone having a near death experience could not see that they were in fact given a second chance and not using this chance to better their life. Myself and others attempted to explain this but a deaf ear was placed in our direction. Life goes on and is what you make it. He was making it the same miserable life as before.
After months of this type of behavior another crisis came to light in this persons life. Since we are hundreds of miles apart all I could do was lend a sympathetic ear. I began hearing things that I never thought I would ever hear from this person.
There was a different air about the words which were being said. Not simply saying them but actually meaning them. Speaking of forgiveness, life, peace. Well my dear readers I was only to happy that I was already sitting or I surely would haven fallen on my rump. Who was I listening to? Surely this is not the same person from a few months ago that was ranting and raving about something that didnt really matter? But it was.
I was amazed at the conversations. Touched by the real meaning behind the words. Our conversation led to a spiritual topic. He was actually listening to me for a change without interruptions and mockery. Who was this person on the end of the phone line? Someone I sure didnt know.
It was refreshing because the realization that life must be grasped fully was there. The feeling of loss was great but he gave forgiveness without a price to the other person. Hearing the conversation I began to think. If it can happen to this hard core uptight, callus person there is hope for others.
My impression of a near death and not learning from the experience has been changed. Maybe it just takes additional time for some people to understand the the new chance at life they have been given.
With not making an active attempt at changing for the better when they were close to loosing their life, they have to loose something else to complete the karmic debt owed and get another wake up call.
Second chances are given and should be taken. Learning that life is about forgiveness and inner happiness. While it is hard, the result is fruitful.
My amazement in this person is continuing. With what he is facing now his mental out look is different than the person I have known for year upon years. Finally seeing the cup is half full is a big step for him. Although I do not see a spiritual person in the making, I think that this is the closest he will get to spiritual thinking. I do see a person that wishes to forgive and continue with a life that is filled with new experiences of happiness. Lessons can be learned.
I was wrong before. I hope I am wrong again