Harmony
har·mo·ny
That easy feeling of being in step with the people around you. Harmony is belonging you can hear.
Another way of seeing it
In music, harmony isn't everyone singing the same note. That's unison. Harmony needs different notes that fit together. The same is true of families, friendships and teams: you don't need to be the same to be in harmony. You need to listen to how your note sounds alongside theirs.
In relationships
You don't have to agree to get along. Name the difference, respect it, and keep going together.
In the ordinary day
Next time you're tempted to argue a small point today, ask, 'Does this matter more than getting along?' Then choose.
A question to sit with
Are you keeping the peace, or just keeping quiet?
Carry this with you
Bring your note.
Where it comes from
From the Greek harmonia, a joining or fitting together. In music, harmony is different notes sounding well together.
Try this today
Look for common ground in one disagreement.
Journal prompts for Harmony
- Where do I feel most in tune with others?
- Where am I keeping the peace at the cost of honesty?
- What would bring my days into better harmony?
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