Extreme patriotism creates barriers between nations and hinders human connection. When people overemphasize national identity, they overlook our shared humanity and cosmic relationship.
I agree with you, Gurdeep, as a yoga practitioner for many decades, and a soul who loves the trees, earth, mountains, spring ephemerals, oceans, jungles, that WE belong to - not the opposite!
Yet I also feel there is a time for patriotism - and in Canada it is now. It is a force for unity in a good and vital cause, but we must temper it with the wisdom of global universal awareness as you say. Once peace is achieved and maintained, patriotism should be quietly sheathed in favour of universal cooperation and global stewardship!🌳🌲💚
I keep forgetting to tell you, I love your pictures at the beginning of your articles. They look more like drawings than photos. How do you do that? I know you use a tripod but do you also use a filter? Well, they’re beautiful, all of them!
Thank you for the reminders… but I’m still going to wear my new pink t-shirt that says, “Canada Is Not For Sale”. You are a natural born teacher! I know because I took one of your workshops on New Year’s Eve 2023. And I watch your videos!
Thank you for this! I've thought this same thing about the dangers of too much patriotism for years, but didn't have a way of expressing it except that I felt more like a citizen of the world. But you have captured it with the one room analogy that really makes it clear.
I totally agree. In late 2024 I traveled outside of the U.S. for the first time in many years. I traveled solo to a place I’d never been - Finland. It was a truly life changing experience with many moments of joy and memories I’ll treasure forever. The Finnish people were curious, engaging, and embodied perseverance. In addition, the Americans on my tour were wonderful people from all different backgrounds, geographic areas, and age groups. The trip was a huge reminder of how much we have in common at a time when politicians often emphasize our differences.
I agree with you, Gurdeep, as a yoga practitioner for many decades, and a soul who loves the trees, earth, mountains, spring ephemerals, oceans, jungles, that WE belong to - not the opposite!
Yet I also feel there is a time for patriotism - and in Canada it is now. It is a force for unity in a good and vital cause, but we must temper it with the wisdom of global universal awareness as you say. Once peace is achieved and maintained, patriotism should be quietly sheathed in favour of universal cooperation and global stewardship!🌳🌲💚
Perfectly said, Carrick. Thank for your thoughts!
Beautiful message. Thank you for your continued leadership in challenging times.
Beautifully said. Thank you for the powerful reminders of our interconnected nature. 💗✨
Let not a man glory in this, that he loves his country; let him rather glory in this, that he loves his kind.... (Peace) www.bahai.org/r/348999505
I keep forgetting to tell you, I love your pictures at the beginning of your articles. They look more like drawings than photos. How do you do that? I know you use a tripod but do you also use a filter? Well, they’re beautiful, all of them!
Thank you for the reminders… but I’m still going to wear my new pink t-shirt that says, “Canada Is Not For Sale”. You are a natural born teacher! I know because I took one of your workshops on New Year’s Eve 2023. And I watch your videos!
Very well said, Gurdeep!
Indeed, we are all part of the same human family and share a place in the vast universe. 🙏🏽
I believe that culture is a macro persona .... a mask and we are all united in Spirit.
Patriotic people will truly love their country and ALL of its citizens. Should naturally lead to respect of other countries and their people.
Thank you for this! I've thought this same thing about the dangers of too much patriotism for years, but didn't have a way of expressing it except that I felt more like a citizen of the world. But you have captured it with the one room analogy that really makes it clear.
I totally agree.
I totally agree. In late 2024 I traveled outside of the U.S. for the first time in many years. I traveled solo to a place I’d never been - Finland. It was a truly life changing experience with many moments of joy and memories I’ll treasure forever. The Finnish people were curious, engaging, and embodied perseverance. In addition, the Americans on my tour were wonderful people from all different backgrounds, geographic areas, and age groups. The trip was a huge reminder of how much we have in common at a time when politicians often emphasize our differences.