Will the whole world really wake up?

[SomaticDreams]

When I look around yes there is an awakening happening the largest seen in history. But I am also taken over by the fact that so many are lost and have no idea of any of this and completely oblivious to what is going on. I look at my friends and all they care about is getting drunk "Wasted" they call it, as if that is all life is about getting "wasted" they go out just about every weekend and drink till they cannot stand... It is very sad, they always ask me why am I not getting drunk, I and I always say there are far more important things in the world than getting drunk, well really I mostly just think it and say I don't really feel like it but hey. Anyway I ask myself how are these individuals my friends and many many other ever going to awaken, they are so lost within this illusion, their only release being getting drunk. I wish I had a group of friends who understood the world, that I could have a real conversation with... My friends right now just seem so lost and silly.. I sometimes wonder why I picked to have so friends, perhaps find acceptance..

Anyway do you think all of humanity will awaken in some way? I hope that something society changing does happen in 2012, not something that will kill a lot of people, I would never wish for that, but something that changes the world forever.. I cannot stand this crazy lost world much longer.. It is really starting to get to me, I really hope something happens to end this crazyness for I fear if nothing happens the world will just continue on it's way, most of humanity staying within the trance that they are in wasting their lives thinking getting drunk is the only fun thing... I hope I find people I can relate with some day..

Evening my friend,

I have been in this perspective before. It is a reflection of our attachment to a particular epistemology- do not attach to it. As others have mentioned, grasping at the wrong 'time' can be catastrophic.

When you read all of these books, you think there is much work to be done, but really, there is nothing to do.

I mean that living by example is what you can do, and most effectively. Do not be afraid to scare away friends with how you see the world, for indeed that is what you are here to do. To give inspiration and varying perspectives on the world. If you think that is the 'truth' then, speak it, but do not attach to it. Listen to others with love, with a sense of real understanding, not just 'hearing them'. Understand their argument and where they are coming from.

You do not need to be anywhere else- all you must be is your highest understanding.

Meditation has been a very useful tool through out my life- I suggest you find a meditation group, a teacher, or practice simple calming meditation (shamata).

I frequently am among people who are racist, hateful, despising, petty and what one might call 'negative'. I have been kicked out of 'social groups' for expressing myself (against racist comments or against hate). I've been called a 'fag' for being a Buddhist or a 'chink' (I am half Japanese), but I send these people my love, because all beings deserve love. They were expressing their uncomfortable feelings to shield themselves from the perspective I offered.

I used to be so attached to the truths I knew were 'true', but how I came to them was through my own path. Everyone is on a different level- some closer to others. What you must understand is that trying to exert yourself over others is not what will change people. Serving as an example is the best way- you don't need to change anyone through force or argument. You don't even need to express your beliefs unless you are asked, but you will realize that more often than not, a radiant, peaceful, happy, joyous, calm being will be asked questions pertaining to how such a state is achieved.

All you must do, is turn inwards, for truly all of your friends are reflections of yourself. Do not push them away. Greet them as your friends, as they are. Love them, accept them. Be an example by just being your highest understanding. You will grow exponentially this way- and through meditation.

I offer you this advice as a reflection of my own path. I hope it is of use to you. Much love, and light to you my friend.

Namaste
-Somatic Dreams