tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.comments2023-05-31T02:06:23.516-07:00The Ridding of IgnoranceAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04278160017706972413noreply@blogger.comBlogger47125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-62388831861686925502016-01-20T00:57:25.434-08:002016-01-20T00:57:25.434-08:00Thank you, but I shouldn't take any credit, Di...Thank you, but I shouldn't take any credit, Diana. <br /><br />I first became introduced to 'The Way of the Bodhisattva' in Pema Chodron's 'No Time to Lose' many years ago. <br /><br />It was only in 2015 that I delved deeper with Kunzang Pelden's 'The Nectar of Manjushri's Speech.' <br /><br />I would highly suggest both. 'The Way of the Bodhisattva' is one of the most transformative experiences you can enter into willingly. One needs only open up to the material and dive into the world of the Bodhisattva . . . a being, yourself, both ultimately and intentionally, that devotes their very existence to achieving ultimate understanding not for their own benefit, but for the benefit of all beings.<br /><br />Just imagine that.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04278160017706972413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-89919992774530997092016-01-17T05:06:16.521-08:002016-01-17T05:06:16.521-08:00This is an excellent article, explaining the diffe...This is an excellent article, explaining the differences in what we call lazy. I certainly find myself guilty of all three types at times, but I love the thought solutions provided for each form. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08238006095798256910noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-41309187183900152162014-08-23T23:31:00.269-07:002014-08-23T23:31:00.269-07:00I'm sure there are many terms that strive to l...I'm sure there are many terms that strive to lead us in a particular direction. The mind wishes to run away, bring objects (i.e. people, places, things, ideas) closer and remain lax. Mental discipline comes in many forms to strengthen or weaken these inclinations that are based on attachment, aversion and neutrality. It can be focused in any way we choose. We could focus our mental efforts on moving beyond those three inclinations. It is impossible to describe what that is in words or actions that would ever make sense. It's something we must experience directly. However, words do strive to create a pathway that we can take in order to move beyond our inclinations and open up that direct experience that some would term enlightenment. In my belief, we are all enlightened beings . . . unfortunately, it's obscured by our ignorance.<br /><br />I strive to work these activities into my daily life. However, I constantly find myself minutes, hours, days and longer not having even realized I have once again allowed myself to become lost with obscured awareness. I don't punish myself for those moments of lack of presence because that does nothing but further obscure reality. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04278160017706972413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-77924470897739200002014-08-23T19:03:36.754-07:002014-08-23T19:03:36.754-07:00Is this yogic discipline or just the discipline of...Is this yogic discipline or just the discipline of a dailymeditation?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11056889261389584867noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-47324393173725507892014-08-19T00:49:25.403-07:002014-08-19T00:49:25.403-07:00I missed no talent night this year, but so glad ot...I missed no talent night this year, but so glad others enjoyed it in my absence. Hopefully, your silence has strengthened your voice.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04278160017706972413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-56535371739710275902014-08-18T07:26:44.503-07:002014-08-18T07:26:44.503-07:00I've had a silent day or two in the woods. It ...I've had a silent day or two in the woods. It is always hardest on know your talent night.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-55949270080581000752014-04-28T04:34:15.690-07:002014-04-28T04:34:15.690-07:00The article contained depth and was quite unique.The article contained depth and was quite unique.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06359431483114079981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-10028880276916434252014-03-28T12:30:18.536-07:002014-03-28T12:30:18.536-07:00Someone asked about the rudder for the vessel. The...Someone asked about the rudder for the vessel. The rudder could be seen as your intention.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04278160017706972413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-49312918146221710332014-01-12T08:48:17.837-08:002014-01-12T08:48:17.837-08:00If you fall I will catch you I'll be waiting
T...If you fall I will catch you I'll be waiting<br />Time after timeAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-28757210184633991852013-11-27T11:44:33.229-08:002013-11-27T11:44:33.229-08:00You haven't commented in a while. Life is happ...You haven't commented in a while. Life is happening to you, huh? :-( Well, when you come back, your adoring fans will be waiting, lol.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-35668839641155661202013-10-01T19:18:29.182-07:002013-10-01T19:18:29.182-07:00I needed to read this exact essay at this very mom...I needed to read this exact essay at this very moment. Thank you.Bryan Marabanianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01630562331826946324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-61690548428788689722013-09-18T18:46:27.341-07:002013-09-18T18:46:27.341-07:00Contemplative...lovely!Contemplative...lovely!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03636168395263500460noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-49203235356643785842012-10-24T06:19:15.598-07:002012-10-24T06:19:15.598-07:00It is apparent that the freeing process is working...It is apparent that the freeing process is working..evolving with each day. To face pain is the ultimate exercise of character...maybe even the soul. journeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15291686297850095834noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-35616209176479171622012-10-20T19:39:03.472-07:002012-10-20T19:39:03.472-07:00When we are at our darkest times, it is necessary ...When we are at our darkest times, it is necessary to sometimes act as if we feel better than we do. One must be kind to oneself in order to heal.. music, books, friends, breathing in peace... Allow yourself to reach for the destiny you are intended.. journeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15291686297850095834noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-31914843372113047722011-08-03T19:51:21.993-07:002011-08-03T19:51:21.993-07:00To break down the barrier is a pathway to true pea...To break down the barrier is a pathway to true peace and peacemaking.peace seekerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11117085588213969073noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-75416550498071642482011-05-17T16:45:31.319-07:002011-05-17T16:45:31.319-07:00Decisions, Consequences, Balance and Awareness are...Decisions, Consequences, Balance and Awareness are all essential key factors to an abundant life of peace, joy, and meeting challenges! megmegaitherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07424818046919930829noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-23483878869678348612011-05-13T11:56:45.075-07:002011-05-13T11:56:45.075-07:00Paragraph 6 is an a-ha moment!!! Realizing someth...Paragraph 6 is an a-ha moment!!! Realizing something is missing in one's comfort zone and challenging yourself is changing one part of an equation to affect the outcome/answers. megmegaitherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07424818046919930829noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-75386692198649836702011-05-05T17:51:05.791-07:002011-05-05T17:51:05.791-07:00Although breathing is a natural reflex for most, s...Although breathing is a natural reflex for most, some have to actually focus on breathing evenly. If we strive to allow our breaths to synchronize evenly, then we are able to relax and be more aware. To make breathing effortless would be to conquer fears and doubts. megmegaitherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07424818046919930829noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-19036454811068430502011-05-03T17:07:47.184-07:002011-05-03T17:07:47.184-07:00If shame and guilt are based on mistakes or wrong ...If shame and guilt are based on mistakes or wrong decisions, then shouldn't we be aware that no one escapes either. Therefore, forgiving oneself is necessary because that is the only way for learning, healing, and moving on. Dwelling on shame or guilt is non productive. Therefore, we must allow others to also experience shame and guilt without our judging them. megmegaitherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07424818046919930829noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-42155819869052158732011-05-02T14:09:40.805-07:002011-05-02T14:09:40.805-07:00Emotions can be misunderstood or misinterpreted.. ...Emotions can be misunderstood or misinterpreted.. So often, when one reacts emotionally to someone, it may have nothing directly related to that person. It has to do with something non-related to anyone else but the person reacting... Maybe they do not even understand why they are emotional..megaitherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07424818046919930829noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-84241123849183599592011-05-01T15:56:31.984-07:002011-05-01T15:56:31.984-07:00How true that patience is necessary to experience ...How true that patience is necessary to experience peace... So many times, chaos exists and conflicts are created without much warning. If we allow ourselves to have our moods and peace constantly in the reaction mode, we will continually find ourselves on that same plateau. When we realize that life's events can just as easily revert back again from the chaos, one should ask why permit the stress. The only one who can create internal peace is yourself.... megmegaitherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07424818046919930829noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-65533155019829264572011-04-26T18:47:18.307-07:002011-04-26T18:47:18.307-07:00Being from a farm background, I like your analogy ...Being from a farm background, I like your analogy of a field taking years to get the soil in good condition at times. Yes, how we prepare our soil and the chemicals put upon our crops all can have a lasting effect upon our environment, our health, and our standard of living. Everything does have a consequence; therefore, solutions need to be broad and competent and not just fast.. megmegaitherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07424818046919930829noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-34912683646262002252011-04-26T17:58:17.614-07:002011-04-26T17:58:17.614-07:00With all the misunderstanding in the world and all...With all the misunderstanding in the world and all of the partisanship in our government, yes I believe that even a minimal amount of tolerance and consideration by everyone would change the equation of our future in a positive way. megmegaitherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07424818046919930829noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-41321969514277688402011-04-26T14:47:38.499-07:002011-04-26T14:47:38.499-07:00we could use more of this in the world ... more ho...we could use more of this in the world ... more hope and more love!Jimbohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00571559846829756733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-496979191675133303.post-72763386011275039852011-04-26T11:26:14.766-07:002011-04-26T11:26:14.766-07:00...imagine...imagineUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16838233024619073449noreply@blogger.com