Millions around the world this week witnessed perhaps the single most powerful public act of selfless love in our lifetimes. At the memorial service for her late husband, Charlie Kirk, Erika Kirk, quoted Jesus as He hung crucified in agony and spoke of His persecutors, “Father, forgive them for they know not what they do.” (Luke 23:34). Then with jaw-dropping quiet conviction, Erika spoke of the young assassin who took her husband’s life just days ago, “I forgive him”. 

Turning inward, we must make space for sorrow and acknowledge the spiritual warfare that surrounds us in our daily lives. We must seek clarity over confusion and intentionally put on the armor of love to protect our minds, our hearts and our relationships. 

During times of chaos, I especially look for clear, more simplistic ways of understanding. I have recently discovered Byron Katie’s, The Work, (2003)  which lays out a framework for seeing the world as it is and focuses our attention on our thoughts and actions, and not those of others. 

Katie outlines that humans can only be in one of three places with their thoughts: in your own business, in someone else’s business or in God’s business. 

Living your best self requires understanding the mind-body-spirit connection.  Your body is a physical presence and your mind controls how your body moves and functions. We teach a lot about fitness and nutritional habits to support your physical health. Your mind also controls how you think, which is a powerful force.