I Can Only Imagine Philosophy @senseicat

My father-in-law recommended the movie "I Can Only Imagine" and it is a true life story about Bart Millard, a youngster growing in a small town in Texas during the 1980's. The beginning is something that many of us growing up during that era can relate to. Remember, the concept of getting home before dark? It is so entirely different today, as parents tend to "helicopter" over their children which ultimately fosters dependency rather than the goal of raising independent youngsters who are prepared for the reality of life.

I was extremely moved by this film and waited an hour and half to hear this triple platinum single for the very first time. The movie is about an abusive dad who repeatedly assaulted his son by unleashing his anger towards him. It is heartbreaking, especially in light that so many other people have experienced similar treatment from their so called loved ones.

Though this movie is about redemption; I feel that the fundamental lesson is to be able to speak up about the pain that others have caused because one needs to understand the hurt so that you can truly move into forgiveness. I think that so often people continue to hide behind their personal mask of pain and it comes out every which way as you progress through life. It takes intense courage, but it is a first baby step toward the right direction in healing.

I believe that true healing starts from within. It is vital to remember that we are all sharing this planet together and the way that you speak about another affects all of us eventually. Let's move forward in PEACE and HUMILITY so that we can prepare ourselves for more GOOD in all of our lives.