Let it Be

"And when the night is cloudy there is still a light that shines on me; shine until tomorrow, let it be."

- Paul McCartney - Let it Be

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The Beatles released Let It Be in 1970.  Contrary to popular belief, the reference to Mary, “When I find myself in trouble mother Mary comes to me,” does not have a biblical overtone.  The lyrics were penned by Paul McCartney.  McCartney is referring to his mother, Mary, who died when he was a teen.  The song is about leaving the past behind and moving on.

Far too many people are too caught up in their past that they stop living; living is about the present.  Those that choose to live in the past are unable to move forward, which leads to no foreseeable future.   Being unable see and shape their future, one’s past becomes their present.   People who choose to live in the past do so for a variety of reasons, with most being self-defeating.  Instead of living in the past, one needs to allow the past to serve them.   The past is intended to teach us, not haunt us.  If one is able to learn the lessons from the past, one is equipped to live effectively in the present.   It is living in the present that allows one to look to a future that he/she desires.

For whatever reason you might be hanging on to the past, now is the time to "Let it be."  If it is a grudge,"Let it be."  If it is an old, hurtful relationship, "Let it be."  If your are living in the past out of guilt or regret, "Let it be."  If your are holding on to the past, because you fear change or are fearful of the future, "Let it be."

Our greatest teacher should be the past.  However, the past should teach us not control us.  There is no opportunity for growth when you live in the past.  Remember, it is impossible to see ahead of you when you're looking behind you.   Personal growth comes from learning from the past, not living in the past.   Allow the past to serve you; not dominate you.

Learn from the past.
Live in the present.
Look to the future.

Remember the past holds memories, the present holds reality,and the future holds possibilities.  If you're struggling with issues from the past, McCartney tells us, "There will be an answer, let it be."

It's your life: live it, love it, & celebrate it!
MJD