The Great Divide

Coming Together?

As you know, the sun rises in the East and sets in the West. Or does it? It's only an illusion since we live in a sun-centered universe. Yet we talk of sunrise and sunset as if it's real. Many things are this way. That aren't real, but we think they are. If we think long / hard enough, they become true, right? After all, perception is reality. What a joke.

Western people have many preconceived notions and ideas about Eastern people. The opposite is also true. Granted, there are some fundamental differences. It's not about right or wrong, just different. Here's where most people focus - on our differences (looks and actions, food choices, clothes, etc.). It's much harder to see the similarities because they require attention to detail. Not enough time or energy for that! In other words, people would rather live with an illusion than reality. What's worse, we think (or know) it must be true. What a joke.

What do you see in this picture - the rock or the crack? Instead, focus on the plant in the middle. You are planted to bridge the gap somewhere. No joke.




Breaking Apart?