Dreams are another way for us to better understand from the subconscious mind things that are hidden deep within us, or things that we could be wearing on our sleeves. Even when we no longer work for or with an individual doesn't mean we stop learning something from the relationship. Our growth and awareness is not limited by space and time.
As I woke this morning from a dream I was having regarding this beautiful man he asked me, "Velvete, do you think other people like me?" In the dream I remember thinking why would he even be concerned of what others think when he treats people so horrible. Then it dawned on me, it wasn't that he feared the way he treated others but rather the fear of what would come from such behavior.
It was then that I truly realized, and you've heard me say this before, but it's not our responsibility to teach anyone a lesson. The lesson comes from what we think another person should or shouldn't be doing is exactly what we should or shouldn't be doing.
Say for instance you are having Thanksgiving with family and you think they should be paying attention to you, then it is you that should be paying attention. There is something there to be learned. Say that you aren't going to do something, like wash the dishes because you feel that if they invited you then you should just sit back and relax.
The whole key to this realization is whatever it is that you are thinking at that very moment is what your lesson is. If you are not wanting to do something for another because you think they are mean and undeserving then what better way to show God's love but to do whatever it is. It's not that you are seeking any one's approval, it's that you are not allowing another to change YOU.
The valuable lesson that I was learning from this beautiful man in person and in my dreams is that we are not to allow others to change us, but rather to keep shining the love that we are. If you feel that you need to be rough, tough, and mean to people to make a point, then look deep within at the point you are trying to make.
All hidden agendas can be discovered in just taking a moment, pause about the situation and realize where you are hiding yourself. Sometimes when we discover this we just disappear....not literally...but it's like we wake up and move on. Some people that had their on hidden agendas will be angry and resentful that you've moved on, but that is for them to figure out.
Enjoy your Sunday,
Velvete