Making a Difference

"How could the world be getting worse with me in it?  Ever since I was born the world has shown a distinct improvement." Lucy in Peanuts comic strip

This quote above may seem egotistical to us, but, let's really consider it.  Each of us does make a difference.  I think none of us gives a neutral energy to our surroundings; we are either enhancing our surroundings by our energy or we are diminishing our surroundings.  We all know people whose energy enlivens a room or situation.  We have all worked with people who were a pleasure to be around.  Conversely, we have all been with people who brought negative energy to a situation.  The choice of how we want to affect our surroundings is up to us.  I have heard many say that the Dalai Lama exudes peace, serenity and joy -- that those qualities are actually tangible when around him.  We can be the source of peace, serenity and joy too.  It is our choice.