Love in the Midst of Dominance

bell hooks wrote that the ‘assumption about love is that love means we will not be challenged or changed. No doubt this is why people who read writings about racism, sexism, homophobia, religion, etc., that challenge their set assumptions tend to see that work as harsh rather than loving.’

In this particular flavor of global divisiveness, we are given the opportunity to not succumb to hatred and ill will. Instead, we can turn toward it to build up our resiliency and resistance to be with our own discomfort—to recognize our own pain, connect with our own vulnerability, and, in turn, recognize and feel that in others.

An undefeated heart is rooted in courage and does not turn away when it is faced with injustice and violence. It allows the felt sense of anger and rage to be known, and decides to use it as a catalyst toward skillful action and change. It allows us, unapologetically, to center compassion, loving-kindness, joy, and equanimity in a world that is broken and bruised, and to turn toward it—knowing that we are protected.

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