The first step to achieving peace is to find peace with one’s self. It is not an easy process because it involves knowing your roots and understanding your place and values. It’s about accepting and embracing who you are – past, present, and future. It’s a difficult balancing act, but I know once I’m there, I can find peace with those around me. When I struggle with the process, I find inspiration and solace with nature – especially in the trees that are both rooted firmly in the earth and yet branching out to the vast sky above, welcoming the universe with open arms.
