Wednesday, March 3, 2010

The Value of Intentions

"The smallest act of kindness is worth 
more than the grandest intention."  
Oscar Wilde

I am a firm believer in small acts of kindness whether they be random or purposeful, but I also feel that intentions hold great value.  Just because someone doesn't act on their intentions, it doesn't mean their intentions are worthless.  Think of an intention as a sort of prayer.  Many believe in the power of prayer, so why not the power of intention.  Whether you extend your hand in a physical sense or in a more esoteric sense, you have extended your hand.  Even if the intended receiver never knows of your intention, it holds value. Every thought, every deed, every prayer has power. 

3 comments:

  1. What a good analogy: intentions are a form of prayers. I like it. I think when you have good intentions you change the energy around you for the better. The more positive energy the more better! :-)

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  2. Thanks Libby. Positive energy is probably more important than we know.

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  3. I agree. Without an initial intention there is no second step or act.

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