Namaste

Namaste

Namaste is a Sanskrit phrase used as an Indian greeting to begin and end conversations. It has various translations including: "the God in me greets and meets the God in you;" "I honor the spirit in you that is also in me;" and "my divine soul recognizes the divine soul in you." Though these translations are inline with Hindu faith from which the phrase originated, this not the meaning of namaste. It literally means "I bow to you."

I'm sure by now you are reading this thinking, "why is he talking about namaste?" I wanted to mention this because in the previous post I discussed developing a negative into a positive picture which I can do within my life however when it comes to my dealings with others, maintaining a positive picture is difficult. It is very easy for me to apply the negative filter and only see the aspects of that person I don't like or care for which is normal for us as humans. So how can I be more compassionate and develop a more positive frame of mind when working with others?

Namaste may be a good starting point. Regardless of the various translations, the connotation of the word means that you respect, honor, and not place yourself above the person. It requires you to acknowledge that the other person is human and you have to reduce your ego in the presence of another person. This can be difficult as it is hard to remember that others are human and flawed just like you especially when they do not fulfill your expectations, even though they are YOUR expectations and NOT theirs.

So in my continued growth, perhaps by recognizing and honoring the divine in everyone I deal with may help me stay grounded and remember they too are human with imperfections like me.

What are some ways you stay grounded and recognize the human in others? Comment below.

Namaste

-BB