Magnet

The way we move through life has a kind of magic—a silent conversation between us and the universe, carried in the energy we bring. To attract goodness, we need to see the universe not as some distant force but as a mirror reflecting back what we put into it. What we give to the world comes back to us, like a wave returning to the shore. When we fill ourselves with kindness and look beyond our own wants, the world responds, aligning with that energy.

But if we expect something in return for our kindness, we taint the process. True power comes from giving freely, without expecting anything back. When we offer kindness as a genuine gift, the universe answers with a sense of balance, almost like a cosmic reward. Acting with compassion—especially when it’s difficult—is the key to attracting good into our lives.

How we treat others shapes the world we live in. If we want kindness, we need to be kind first. If we want understanding, we need to offer it, even when it’s hard. The universe thrives on this give-and-take, where every act of compassion creates ripples that eventually find their way back to us.

In those small, unconditional acts of love and support, we become a magnet for good things—joy, unexpected laughter, an even new connections that feel like home. Life becomes less about struggle and more about ease, less about taking and more about giving. And in giving, the world starts to shift—it bends toward us, gently, like a flower turning to the sun.

Living this way isn’t without risks—it takes faith in something bigger than ourselves and a belief that even if the world doesn’t repay us, the act of giving is worth it. But the reality is, it does come back. It shows up in unexpected kindness, in moments of serendipity. The universe responds, not because we demanded it, but because we chose to live by love and generosity. And in doing so, we realize that the world, despite its flaws, can become a kinder place—a place where our energy is met with a quiet, affirming echo.

Erin McGrath Rieke

erin mcgrath rieke is an american interdisciplinary activist artist, writer, designer, producer and singer best known for her work promoting education and awareness to gender violence and mental illness through creativity.

https://www.justeproductions.org
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