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Quotes - 2010

In Your Hands

Unhappiness is the realization that you don’t know how to save yourself. Happiness is the realization that you do know how to save yourself.  – Vernon Howard

loss of control

This is an amazing quote, why? Because it underscores exactly why we feel unhappy. We feel depressed when we think, at some level, often at a deep subconscious level, that things are hopeless for us. Next time you feel sad, check into yourself and try to trace your thoughts back to how it started…

up to us

Turns out that when we feel in control and know that all is well, we feel happy. Vernon was a true mystic, I’ve loved reading his books (I first read the book below about 30 years ago) and highly recommend them. Our happiness is directly linked to our ability to master our thoughts and to discern truth. We must know what needs to be fixed, that will then lead to ways to address that apparent problem.

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM my own master.

Recommendation: The Mystic Path to Cosmic Power by Vernon Howard

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Articles, Quotes - 2010, Stillness

Deep Peace

The person should look for peace within and not depend on it in any other place. There are no waves in the depths of the ocean, it is still and unbroken.- The Buddha

within, it is

The concept isn’t rocket science but how many of us truly believe it, know it or accept it? Peace does come from within even if the object of interaction is outside us. It’s the interpretation of our experiences that allows us to be happy, sad or indifferent. The event is generally out there; our reaction to it comes from within. We choose constantly, it’s up to us.

below the surface

Our normal consciousness inhabits the stormy seas of the thoughts that we continuously manufacture. This storm is at the surface. Just as a scuba diver can descend below the choppy waters to enjoy the prevailing deep calm under the surface, so too can a practitioner of Stillness.

Daily Affirmation: Today I operate from the calm inside me.

Recommendation: True Meditation by Adyashanti

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Articles, Quotes - 2010, Stillness

The Zen Mind

In the beginners mind there are many possibilities, but in the experts there are few. – Zen Master Shunryu Suzuki

the beginner’s mind

Such a mind is childlike. Not childish, but one that sees things anew, doesn’t discount anything, has few regrets and worries not about the future. It lives fully in each moment.

possibilities

Unencumbered such a mind is free to be creative and truly resourceful. This mind seeks possibilities, expresses emotions, resents not and exudes joy. What kind of mind do you have? Or does your mind have you?

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM here, I AM now.

Recommendation: Zen Mind, Beginner’s Mind (Shambhala Library) by Shunryu Suzuki

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Meditation Tips, Quotes - 2010, Stillness

Let It Be…

Let be and be still, and know that I am God. – Psalm 46:10

let be

This is a famous Psalm and very often quoted. The standard translation is ‘Be still and know that I am God’. I love the translation above because it encapsulates meditation and even life itself!

When sitting for meditation just let be.

  • Allow your breathing to slow down
  • Let all body tension melt away. Allow your body to relax completely.
  • The mind should stay alert and not dwell on any thought. Let the thoughts arise and let them be.
  • Whenever you notice anything, a discomfort, a thought, a feeling, just let it be, don’t entertain it, let it disappear due to a lack of attention to it.

be still

When you just let be stillness occurs. You can now find yourself in a very calm and alert state. This can take a while, but it does happen with practice. You’ll be amazed and ecstatic when it does! Stay here for a while. This is stillness, a form of meditation.

know god

In this alert and calm state, joy emerges. You will experience peace as you never otherwise know it. In this eternal present moment, all creativity is possible, but greater still, God is present. Experience it and know.

Daily Affirmation: Today I will let life be, I will inhabit the NOW moment!

Recommendation: God Is Closer Than You Think by John Ortberg

 

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Meditation Tips, Quotes - 2010, Stillness

FLaG It!

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The affairs of the world will go on forever. Do not delay the practice of meditation. – Milarepa

the steps

Meditation is that one practice that’ll help you center; help you connect; help you find your self and put you on the path to true happiness.

Here’s a quick easy to remember practice: Settle down first, become physically comfortable, but not so comfortable that falling asleep would be easy! Now take 3 deep breaths and devote the following to God, the Universe or your inner holy self:

F is for Forgiveness: Forgive all the people in your life. Especially those who are always on your mind and with who your relationship isn’t the best. Forgive all past circumstances that also occupy mindal real-estate. Even forgive God or the Universe. Do forgive your own self. Remind yourself to not be harsh and instead be gentle with self instead.

L is for Love: Now that you’ve opened spiritual and physical channels in your being through forgiveness, seek the love that’s inside your heart. Seek God’s love. Ask that your being be filled with this ever present love. Receive this love and become a channel for this love at the same time. Imagine yourself as a bucket, love flows into you from the top of your head, fills you up, quenches your thirst and then flows out of your heart into everyone around you, your loved ones, your neighbors and the whole world! Revel in this love, it’s palpable!

a is for &

G is for Gratitude: Now that you can feel this love. Be grateful for everything. Your body, mind, whole being, family, circumstances, health, job, you name it. Be thankful for it all!

ps: Thanks to my friend Mick Das for coining the acronym FLaG!

practice

5 minutes in the morning, 5 in the evening and possibly 5 during the day. That’s all it takes, make it a life habit and you’ll never look back. Don’t make it any longer initially unless you feel up to it, increase the time spent as you wish, but don’t make it a compulsion that’ll keep you from undertaking this practice.

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM still, I devote time to connect.

Recommendation: Meditation for Beginners by Jack Kornfield

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Quotes - 2010, Stillness

Love Triumphs

Still your mind in me, still yourself in me, and without a doubt you shall be united with me, Lord of Love, dwelling in your heart. – Bhagavad Gita

when in doubt

Just love.

why this works

Love is the very essence of the creator. Creation is an act of love. Whenever you don’t know what to do, ask ‘What would Love do?’. Connect to the undercurrent of the Universe, through love. Can’t go wrong.

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM in love. I AM of love. I seek love.

Recommendation: The Essence of the Bhagavad Gita

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Articles, Quotes - 2010, Stillness

Your Heart’s Purpose

Everyone has been made for some particular work, and the desire for that work has been put in every heart.– Rumi

your work

What were you created to do?

What were you created to be?

your heart

You are, where your heart is. Be from your heart. Think from your heart. Follow your heart. Express your heart. Be heart-centered.

Daily Affirmation: Today I AM my heart.

Recommendation:Writing Down Your Soul by Janet Conner & The Life Purpose Coach

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