World Peace Via Music, Food & Travel?

by Terez Hartmann

Peace through music?

The lights dim. The audience swells to a fever pitch. And as the music begins, thousands of beautiful fires blaze as one, pro­ceeding to light up the night.

On this auspicious evening, Carlos Santana and his bril­liant team of musicians have joined together in musical magnifi­cence, and a multitude of souls have simultaneously boarded a magic carpet that has elevated and transported their hearts, minds and spirits to a faraway place—a place filled with joy, rhythm, flow and pure LIFE.

If you were to interview each and every person in atten­dance and collect data about her/his social, philosophical, eco­nomic, political, cultural and overall life picture, you would indeed find every facet and every color of the rainbow, and a collection of humans that may never otherwise come together. Yet on that night, as we each chose to occupy a common space and span of time together in the name of music, we DID come together to sing, dance, groove, celebrate and ever-so-willingly choose har­mony over any perceived dissonance.

Peace through savoring fabulous food and drink?

The room is lovely and inviting. The tables are set and ready for a feast fit for royalty. And as the first glass is poured to pair perfectly with the first course that is perfectly placed, lovingly prepared and artfully presented, the joyful anticipation of each and every reveler in the room is palpable.

It’s Halloween night in Asheville, NC, and the culinary team at Ruth’s Chris, along with a special guest sommelier, commence a fabulous fall-themed dining extravaganza, and again another group of people who have never met—and who may otherwise never have cross paths—come together to savor and ignite their senses to experience a stunning array of flavors, textures, scents and colors. As each of us allow our palate to dance and swoon in “ooohs” and “ahs,” we choose to leave any tastes of bitterness far behind and give ourselves over to the deliciousness of life.

Peace through travel & adventure?

The views along the road on the way are utterly breathtak­ing. We arrive at stop #1 and are so deeply moved by the vistas that surround our nest for the night, along with the incredible red rock world that will be our playground for as long as we choose to stay.

We have rented a RV to tour a small slice of the Ameri­can Southwest for two weeks, and as we repeat this scenario multiple times throughout our travels, we encounter people of all ages and backgrounds, from all over the globe, who share our passion for travel, beauty and adventure…

…And as we each marvel in the majesty of nature and the splendor of our planet, we trade borders and walls for shared sunsets, inspiring mountain and canyon master works and trails leading to untold wonders; in so doing, we build bridges.

A new groove, food for thought, and ideas to explore…

What if rather than trying to sell others on your point of view and your way of living, you allowed yourself—and them—to just BE, to agree to disagree if need be, and then focus your time and attention building bridges to new territory by starting with your common ground?

What if instead of perpetuating a cycle of forcing relationships, timing or interactions with others—be they family, friends or business-related exchanges—ensuring that someone always sacrifices her/his joy and well-being for the sake of another, you instead gave yourself permission to al­low a more natural flow. Imagine you connect when you are clear and happy, with people you feel drawn to, at times that are conducive to ease and flow for all, and then you engage in experiences that provide opportunities for ALL to enjoy the experience?

What if in your desire to witness greater peace and see our world leaders spend far less time arguing and more time finding common ground and harmony, you first put this process into practice in YOUR own backyard, within YOUR own heart and with all the relationships that matter in YOUR life?

This holiday season and beyond, what if you decided to be part of the solution?

The Bottom Line: World Peace Via Music, Food and Travel?

Rather than feed dissonance and bitterness by con­tinuing to build more walls via ideas or activities that are conducive to greater separation, imagine how the world—and YOUR world—could transform if you chose to focus on the common ground we share as humans? Whatever you choose to do, here’s what I know for sure:

  • Those who hear the music are far more likely to experi­ence and create harmony.
  • Those who savor life are far more able to enjoy the jour­ney and share the sweetness of life.
  • Those who truly appreciate beauty—and are willing to go forth and explore the banquet of diversity of this planet—are indeed far more likely to expand horizons and build bridges.

“I dreamt there was a time all gathered under the sun. The sun shone down on all, all children of the light, we are one. And all did remember we are brothers, sisters. And all did remember that we come and we go. And all did remember that we share the same Mother. And that one day all souls are called home. So let us appreciate each other. And let us revel in our diversity. And let us remember that we all are a part. Of one beautiful tapestry. Of one human family…” —from “One Human Family” TTRH © 2016

Here’s to expanding peace in YOUR world, THE world, and to even more Merry-Happy-EVERY-days for ALL.

Terez “Firewoman” Hartmann,“Your catalyst for all things Fab-YOU-lous,” is the author of Allowing Your Success!, a proud contributing author of Transform Your Life! book one and two, a professional Keynote Speaker/Workshop Facilitator, Singer-Songwriter/Record­ing Artist, “Allowing Adventures!” & “Savor Vacation” Facilitator, and true Renaissance Woman, and Visionary. She keeps her fire lit by embracing and promoting a lifestyle of “Allowing,” and by using creative expression to elevate and ignite the human spirit, a passion that she shares with her husband, soul-mate and creative partner of over 15 years, John Victor Hartmann. Together they share “Al­lowing TRUE LOVE” workshops and experiences designed to help others attract, allow, and maintain extraordinary relationships, and create custom jingles and voice-overs in their studio, THE Creativity Express. Visit: www.TerezFirewoman.com

 

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