Putting Down the Gavel

You have many new churches and new spiritual philosophies that tell you they are free of judgment.

The word  “ judgment” is used as though it is something evil. 

If not for judgment, the human race would not exist. You would have walked through ancient fire pits and jumped off of high cliffs, believing nothing could harm you.

In this modern age, you would be walking in traffic which would be driving in all lanes , in different directions, crossing lines and running red lights.

Judgment, used effectively, is a good thing.

One of the first things and infant learns to do is judge.

He learns that a very loud wail will bring food and a clean diaper. She learns that if she cries, she will be picked up and cuddled.

All of childhood is spent in judgment.  A child learns that a stove is hot and can hurt. He learns that hitting others brings punishment or retaliation.

Judgment has a purpose. It is like a condiment in a meal. You need just the right amount. Too much will spoil the entire dish.

So, how can you tell when enough judgment is enough? Using the meal analogy, it is when you stop salting your own food and start sprinkling on your neighbor’s plate.

The purpose of judgment is to show how something affects you. If it does not affect you and you continue to hold on to judgment about it, then  you create chaos and separation.

“But what about injustice? Murder? Thievery?” you ask. 

Of course, you must take whatever action you feel moved to take.  Judgment comes when you demand that others do the same. 

You may feel  moved by a particular philosophy or religion. You may decide to join, attend services, write or blog about it. Good for you, if it serves to improve your life.

Just do not ask others to do the same. This is asking them to relinquish their right to free will. It is asking them to suspend their right to think for themselves and make their own decisions.

You may tell them what you feel, but you will cause separation if you run after them if they choose another path.  You will cause friction and anger if you insist that they see things your way.

Suggesting that their failure to see things your way is caused by a lack of intelligence will come back to you.  It will not likely be pleasant as karma does not teach that way.

So how do you resolve this judgment thing? We will not tell you as we do not wish to affect your free thinking, a but we would suggest that when you find yourself feeling judgmental about a person or situation or retaliating against judgment with judgment, ask yourself:  “How does this affect me?”

If it doesn’t, walk away. Find out why you are bothered. Then let it go.

It is our judgment that this will make you feel better, but do not take our word for it. Think and decide for yourself.

This is your right as a citizen of Earth.  Exercise it. ~Silas