Meditation brings wisdom; lack of meditation leaves ignorance. – Lord Buddha
The way forward is via peace and meditation greatly enhances the practice of peace and surrender. Let’s choose peace in any situation…
Today I AM becoming still and experiencing peace…
Recommendation: An Introduction to Zen Buddhism
Like the undeveloped mind, the metaphorical monkey is always in motion, jumping from one attempt at self-satisfaction to another, from one thought to another. – Mark Epstein
In this article by Bakadesuyo we get more info on how to control our monkey mind. We must first recognize its nature. That it wants to continuously jump from one satisfying thought to another. What can we do about that? The classic technique, easy to understand but hard to actually do, is to stay our mind on our breath.
Today I AM focused on my breath. I AM inhaling, then exhaling, I AM Here, Now…
Recommendation: An Introduction to Zen Buddhism by D.T. Suzuki
Today I will live in the moment, unless the moment is unpleasant, in which case I will eat a cookie! – Cookie Monster
Staying mindful is desirable but not easy! Read the article by Bakadesuyo who shares scientific research that will allow us to stay more mindful…
Today I AM very brainful about staying mindful. I AM here…
Recommendation: Notes from the Universe by Mike Dooley
The Eternal Lord has been singing this divine song from time immemorial in the hearts of millions.– Baba Lokenath
The divine sings, mostly imperceptiviley, and the song reverberates through eternity. Do we have the ears to listen? Can we be still, long enough to try?
Today I AM paying more attention. I AM beginning to hear the faint melody that ever abounds…
Recommendation: The Incredible Life of a Himalayan Yogi
The memory of God comes to the quiet mind. – A Course in Miracles (ACIM)
As we become still and quiet our mind we increasingly connect to the divine wellspring inside us. We now experience love, peace and joy!
Today I AM still and can feel my connection to God who is love, peace and joy, within me!
Recommendation: A Course in Miracles by Dr. Helen Schucman
Listen to the Exhortation of the Dawn!
Look to this Day!
For it is Life, the very Life of Life.
In its brief course lie all the
Verities and Realities of your Existence.
The Bliss of Growth,
The Glory of Action,
The Splendor of Beauty;
For Yesterday is but a Dream,
And Tomorrow is only a Vision;
But Today well lived makes
Every Yesterday a Dream of Happiness,
And every Tomorrow a Vision of Hope.
Look well therefore to this Day!
Such is the Salutation of the Dawn!– Kalidasa
This is it, today and now is all we have! We live our entire life, our existence, our dreams and sorrows; all during today.
We often spend time regretting the past or reliving it. We also spend time worrying about the future. While it’s good to learn from past mistakes and great to plan ahead, lets not miss out on the priceless opportunities that ‘Now’ has to offer. The ever present and eternal Now is where reality intersects with consciousness, which is the real YOU.
Be Here Now, Now Be Here. – Ram Dass
Today I AM here in this Now. I AM present.
Recommendation: The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle
What is the purpose of a day? Is it to work to earn money and flit about on endless errands? Or is it to savor connection, express creativity, and celebrate blessings? – Alan Cohen
How will we spend the precious moments that make up our day? Will we breathe consciously and ease into today? Will we savor all lovely things and people? Will we fill ourselves with the richness of personal interaction?
Today I AM slowly taking in the day. I AM savoring it all. Life is good!
Recommendation: A Course in Miracles by Dr. Helen Schucman