It has been said that when we have trouble with others it is in the belief we are separate the problem arises.
When we subscribe to the belief that all are connected, we tend to seek ways to move in the space of resolution rather than conflict.
Separation is a state of mind, connectedness a state of heart and soul. Each of us has the choice to live in the space of separateness or connectedness. No one can choose for us.
You will find that when you believe in the power of connection amazing things can (and do) occur. One such experience is the music in the video in this post.
"Stand by Me" performed by musicians around the world from SKAT on Vimeo.
Through the vision of one man a miracle occurred. The miracle that shows we are truly a global community. It is all about being willing to stand by others and letting others stand by you.
No matter who you are, no matter where you go …. You will need someone to stand by you.
No matter how much money you’ve got, no matter how many friends you got, you will need someone to stand by you.
Will you be there to stand by those who need you? It is a choice you make each and every day. Choose wisely.
Daily the world gets closer together and at the same time, further apart. It is in the individual actions and choices we take that create the space of togetherness or separation.
Every day events occur to bring people closer together. Music is one of the most impactful ways to bridge any gap we may be experiencing. To see the power of what music can do for true connectedness take a few minutes to watch this video of musicians around the globe. You will likely not be the same after you experience what it means to Stand by Me!

Hello Kathleen,
Thank you so much for sharing this great video!
In my point of view, it perfectly resonates with this insightful sentence of yours: "Separation is a state of mind, connectedness a state of heart and soul."
Warmly,
Chantal
Posted by: Chantal Beaupre | May 01, 2009 at 03:08 PM
My dearest friend Kathleen,
I know from personal experience that these words are not copied from somewhere. They come straight from your heart, soul, and personal experience.
You have given me this gift of "Standing by me" with the bigger vision of who I am many times when I had fallen into separation and could not see it.
You help me to be connected to myself and to the people in my life who truly matter.
Thank you for this gift of connection and love.
With love,
Kimberly
Posted by: Kimberly Marooney | May 01, 2009 at 08:33 PM
Dear Chantal. Thank you for your kind words and my dear Kimberly, thank you for sharing this journey.
Kathleen
Posted by: Kathleen Gage | May 01, 2009 at 09:52 PM
Thank you for submitting this post to the Living by Design Blog Carnival, it has been featured in edition no. 35
Posted by: Ananga | May 17, 2009 at 09:18 PM