When Thoughts Visits Us

Thoughts are all around us, some welcome, some not. We should be mindful of the thoughts we entertain, as they can shape our lives.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 60 pages
Publication date: 01 December 2022
Publisher: Hamad Bin Khalifa University Press

Thoughts circulate freely around the globe, visiting all people and places. They knock on our doors, seeking to enter, and we allow them. We host them to our tables, offering them a cup of tea and a piece of cake. Together, we laugh and entertain, enjoying each other's company. However, there are thoughts that break through the window, without permission. They enter, forcing us to host them. They coercively sit at the table, demanding a cup of tea and a piece of chocolate cake.

What if we welcome them, and sit in front of them at the table? What if we refuse to listen to them? And what if we listen?

These are the questions that arise when we encounter thoughts that refuse to be tamed. They challenge our boundaries, invade our privacy, and demand our attention. But what if we choose to welcome them, to sit in front of them at the table, to listen to their words and ideas?

In doing so, we may discover new perspectives, new ways of thinking, and new ways of being. We may learn to appreciate the diversity of thought and the richness of human experience. We may find that by welcoming these thoughts, we can create a more inclusive and compassionate world.

However, it is important to remember that with great power comes great responsibility. We must be mindful of the impact of our thoughts and words on others. We must strive to be kind, respectful, and considerate of the people around us. We must be willing to listen and learn from others, even if we disagree with them.

In conclusion, thoughts that break through the window, without permission, can be a source of both challenge and opportunity. By welcoming them, and by listening to them, we can create a more inclusive and compassionate world. But we must also be mindful of the impact of our thoughts and words on others, and strive to be kind, respectful, and considerate of the people around us.

Weight: 297g
Dimension: 240 x 240 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789927161674