The Ruthless Furnace of This World

The markets went to hell today. Which is why I thought it appropriate to share some of Jack Gilbert's wisdom via Martha Beck. (I read it in this month's O magazine):

We must have the stubbornness to accept our gladness in the ruthless furnace of this world.

Martha Beck: The more you defy your innate negativity bias, building from your strengths, finding relief, and embracing delight wherever you can, the more you become a walking cyclone of peace. The repercussions of one person living in stubborn acceptance of gladness are incalculably positive. Become that person, and you'll find that in spite of everything, there is music. It won't necessarily be a choir of angels. A schnoodle will do. Go to your computer, google "dog sings and plays piano" and see what I mean. As you watch the dog howling his heart out, you may find laughter rising in you, bringing peace, optimism, and joy, opening for you all the doors of life.