Our teacher for this week has been Sharon Salzberg, and her own description of herself is, “I call myself a meditation teacher rather than a spiritual teacher.” Meditation really IS Sharon’s specialty, and for today’s message I have a sizable collection of her thoughts on meditation, and I’ve divided it into three themes for you: … Continue reading Meditation is the ultimate mobile device.
Imagine for a moment, yourself as superhero, but instead of superhuman strength, your superpower is… awareness. You can see situations crystal clear, understand the thoughts and emotions driving them, and respond with wisdom rather than knee-jerk reactions. This, my friend, is the true power of meditation. “Meditation isn’t about what’s happening; it’s about how you … Continue reading Let awareness be your superpower.
Have you ever had that deep sense of peace and love radiating from within you? Perhaps it came during a moment of connection with a loved one, a breathtaking view in nature, or a profound personal breakthrough. This feeling, often described as an "open heart," is a state of immense well-being available to all of … Continue reading Don’t give up, your heart beats just like mine does, it is available to you too!
Imagine spending your entire life chasing a magical butterfly. This butterfly, you are convinced, holds the key to your joy. You run through fields, climb trees, and search relentlessly, but the beautiful creature is always just out of reach. And even when one day you do finally get your hands on it, catch it, place … Continue reading We spend our lives searching for something we think we don’t have.
Is your own inner critic a constant weight dragging you down? Do you find yourself getting frustrated with your inability to “get things right”, to follow through, or simply to be kind to yourself? This question cuts deep, doesn't it? We all know what self-judgment feels like, that constant voice whispering (or sometimes shouting) about … Continue reading Is your own judgement the weight that holds you down?
The theme of today’s meditation is surrender, a word that can easily be misunderstood. Surrender doesn't mean giving up, throwing in the towel, or resigning ourselves to fate - it's a powerful shift in perspective, a letting go that creates space for something new to emerge. Think of it like learning to swim. You can't … Continue reading Finding clarity before taking action.
Have you ever started a new project with fierce determination, only to see results fall short of your initial expectations? Maybe you hit a wall with a creative endeavor, or progress on a fitness goal feels agonizingly slow. These moments of frustration are all too familiar, and it's easy to get discouraged. But what if … Continue reading Trust in the unfolding.
