The Secret of Transformation

'When I was young and free and my imagination had no limits, I dreamed of changing the world. As I grew older and wiser, I discovered the world would not change, so I shortened my sights somewhat and decided to change only my country. But, it too seemed immovable.

As I grew into my twilight years, in one last desperate attempt, I settled for changing family, those closest to me, but alas, they would have none of it.

And now as I lie on my deathbed, I suddenly realize, if I had only changed myself first, then by example I would have changed my family. From their inspiration and encouragement, I would then have been able to better my country and, who knows, I may have even changed the world.'

- Inscribed on the tombstone of an Anglican Bishop in Westminster Abbey.


PS:
Every transformation starts with looking at the mirror and finding inside the source of the chaos outside. May I have the courage to do that moment by moment.

​Love, Jyoti.