Monday 14 November 2016

Awareness in your thought, word and deed

Most of what we do, say and even think simply repeats well established patterns of reactions. That's largely how our social interaction works. We like to say and do things that we know will show us as polite, respectful, funny, sometimes assertive, sometimes compassionate, valuing family, relationships and fun. Although such cliches help us maintain self-esteem and sense of belonging, they make us run on autopilot, possibly leaving little room for nurturing self-awareness, attentiveness, self-enquiry. As we begin to live more mindfully, we may notice the astounding value in seeing things afresh, thinking, saying and doing things out of your heart's need. To do this we need to quieten the mind by meditating and bringing mindfulness into our daily life. Be aware of your thoughts and emotions. Be aware of what say and do and how you say it and do it. But first find silence and stillness.