dailydatewithgod

We learn early on about cause and effect.  It the language of our behavior it is phrased as actions and consequences.  We often are not aware of the effect of our action (cause) until we witness the consequence(effect).  Sometimes we can predict based on past experiences the probable consequences.  This is used to modify our behaviors as the focus is usually on preventing negative consequences from occurring.  We do our best as we cannot always prevent negative consequences.  Regardless, this focus gives a lopsided view of consequences.  When we think of someone of consequence it is usually a positive thing.  They are taking action and making things happen.  A person of consequence is mindful and intentional.  We are all people of consequence.  We all matter and we all have an effect on each other.  The question is how much time and energy do we put into our heart’s intention to be a beneficial consequence in our lives and the lives of others?  Instead of focusing solely on our survival mind which wants to prevent bad consequences, we can balance it out by focusing on how we can create good consequences by being a person of consequence.