It has been another long day. I am not always a politically correct person in the way some want. I struggle to say what the dominant group of the moment wants everyone to say. A reason we have polarization in the world is we want others to agree with us sometimes without giving reasons for it to happen. I might agree, but what about those who are not present?
That invisible space between us–
Between our truths
Sacred ground
Till it gently.
That silence you hear–
Almost imperceptible;
It is reverent
Hold it gently.
That space,
That silence,
Emerge magically
No recipe needed.
That space,
That silence,
Easily chased away–
Shhh…
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About ivonprefontaine
I have been an educator for almost 20 years. Prior to that, I worked in private industry for 15 years, then returned to university to earn my education degree. For the past 11 years, I have been a co-creator of learning in a unique, progressive, alternative educational school of choice. Currently, I am engaged in a doctoral program at Gonzaga University in Spokane. A main theme in my learning there has been the roles of systems thinking, complexity theory, and organizational theory, and how they apply to education generally and the learning environment I share with students, parents, and colleagues.
Being politically correct is overrated. Be real. That will change lives—that and merging together into that silent space.
I agree and after I posted I spoke again about the importance of making sure those we disagree with are present. We want our voice heard and we should respect that for others. It seemed to be heard better this time.
being yourself and speaking out with what you believe is the most important, regardless of what others say or believe as long as you are true to yourself and your beliefs is what makes you the man of character you truly are.
I agree. In fact, it is not whether I agree or not, but I find that we speak about things and people when they are unable to be present. It seems that would be something that needs to stop.
You are correct it is never never okay to speak of others when not around if it is negative or in poor taste. Uplifting others and speaking out for them or at least to stop the talk takes courage but it is morally, ethically the right thing to do.
Great and very relevant post. Thanks!
You are welcome and thank you Tiny. The kind words are appreciated.
Love the way you chose to end this one – such a listening frame of mind. And listening is a great way into finding a voice for all views…
Thank you Melody. We hear more in silence.
At one time in my life I was so ‘right’ about my opinions, and never heard others. Then I learned to listen. I didn’t lose a thing. I learned so much more about others and what makes them hurt inside. I love this poem Ivon.
Thank you Yaz. Perhaps that is the problem, I am looking back and thinking, “I wonder what I could have learned differently?” Deep listening does not slow us down. It invigorates and brings us to a point where the action taken makes sense. I hope we learn that as we get older.
Pure truth and brilliantly stated! Well done.
Thank you Elizabeth.
As always you inspire
Thank you so much.