One of the greatest truisms of our age. Those who are blind cannot see and yet are aware of so much. Those who choose not to see are aware of only lies.
Once upon a time there was a story told. It was a lie. History is not what so many have learned, but is a white washed version of events written by those that invaded, and slaughtered, stole, tortured and promoted genocide upon the native peoples. It has happened over and over again, in every land, in every culture and in every decade since man arose from the savanna.
Quoting Wendy Pini, the mother of Elfquest. "The Zen koan says, "if you meet Buddha on the road, kill him." It means that, on the path to enlightenment or liberation (which is the highest goal), even the guru/god, whoever you are devoted to, needs to be removed. My thought: The ever-evolving, creative force behind the universe is there (yes, The Force is with us!). I don't know if it has intelligence as we understand it. I don't think it's a him, her or it. Although it can't be judged by human standards and is indifferent to worship or bribes, I believe it is wholly benevolent. It has a pleasant "hum" that can be sensed if one pays attention. All living, sentient beings throughout the universe, at all times, are in a relationship with it. It makes no distinction - none are elevated higher than others in its perception. Above all, it makes itself known in the form of love - all forms of love. There is no beginning to it and no end to it - or to us."
Take time to rest, not only your body, but your mind and spirit. The most epic warriors still took time to rest, for the battle is long and we must always be ready.