Our thoughts, emotions, and inner states ripple out into the universe, affecting the collective consciousness. This is not merely poetic metaphor but a profound reality. The bonds between souls are real, though invisible to the physical eye.
"Krishna, Buddha, Christโdifferent names and forms through the ages, all embodying the eternal truth of Divine Consciousness. They are the manifold expressions of the same ultimate reality, diverse in appearance yet one in essence."
@TehutiKhem
Indeed, understanding that a person's behavior is often influenced by their own internal struggles rather than being a direct reflection of your worth or actions can be a powerful realization. It leads to the development of grace, compassion, and empathy towards others.
The path of awakening is not about acquiring new knowledge or reaching higher states, but about shedding illusions and revealing the profound simplicity of being that is always here.
"Beyond your internal dialogues there's a profound silence where your false identities, stories, and fears dissolve, revealing the pure consciousness that you are."
@TehutiKhem
Open-minded people recognise that there is often more than one valid viewpoint, and that understanding these perspectives can lead to greater empathy and compassion.
Meditation starts when you are completely empty of everything โ free from desire, free from thought, free from past experiences. It is a state of pure consciousness, beyond limitations of time and space.
"Once you realize that the world is your own projection, you are free of it. You need not free yourself of a world that does not exist, except in your own imagination!"
Nisargadatta Maharaj
Realize that your world is only a reflection of yourself and stop finding fault with the reflection. Attend to yourself, set yourself right; mentally and emotionally. The physical self will follow automatically.
Nisargadatta Maharaj
"Once you realize that the road is the goal and that you are always on the road, not to reach a goal, but to enjoy its beauty and its wisdom, life ceases to be a task and becomes natural and simple, in itself an ecstasy."
NM
"Enlightenment is not a state to be achieved but a continuous practice, where each moment is a direct expression and realization of the true nature of reality."
Dogen
Awakening to what you are, burns away all that you are not. It is a deconstruction of the false self, a dissolution of the ego, and a revelation of the true Self.
True spirituality is recognizing and nurturing the eternal spirit within. In this recognition, we find the unity of all paths and the liberation of consciousness.
"Be quiet in your mind, be quiet in your body, be quiet in your senses; then when all these are quiet, don't do anything. In that state truth will reveal itself to you."
Kabir
@TehutiKhem
True, this is so because open-minded people value understanding and are willing to consider different perspectives, but they also recognise the significance of accuracy, truth, and objective reality in certain situations.
Notice how all things come and go โ thoughts, feelings, sensations. You are the witness of all these, unchanging and ever-present. This understanding, this recognition, is the source of true peace and joy.
"The journey to the truth is often long and tedious, but those who have arrived there have seen that, in reality, they were connected to it all the time."
"Authenticity is like a sword, cutting through the illusions and deceptions of the world. It means being true to yourself, even if it means standing alone and going against the crowd."
Krishna
"All things are linked with one another, and this oneness is sacred; there is nothing that is not interconnected with everything else."
Marcus Aureulius
"The Great Way is not difficult, it's just that our minds are attached."
Zen
The "great way" is not a journey, not a destination; it requires mindfulness, self-inquiry, and a willingness to let go of attachments.
"The infinite is contained in the finite, just as the sun's radiance is fully present in the dewdrop's reflection. The soul is a window to the ultimate reality."
Adyashanti
"All distinctions are merely illusions of the mind; in truth, there is only oneness. Recognize that the dualities of 'you' and 'me,' 'this' and 'that,' are the creations of a mind in bondage. When such thoughts are let go, oneness manifests without effort."
"Being mindful is like watching a movie with the full knowledge that the screen is the basis of all the images you see. Similarly, in life, you engage with the world, but you know that the ultimate reality is the consciousness that illuminates both your inner and outer world."
@satyurveda
What comes and goes is not you; you're the obsever in the background, observing the changeables...thoughts, emotions, feelings, this, and that
"I look up to see the sun, moon, and stars as a constant reminder of the harmony and balance of the universe, and the wisdom that comes from living in accord with the natural order."
Lao Tzu
@unkonfined
True! Once you start loving yourself, you're less likely to tolerate toxic or unhealthy relationships, you become more attuned to recognising and pursuing connections with people who treat you with respect, kindness, and support your well-being.
Truth is unveil in stillness, in the silent gap between words. They are not empty spaces, but doorways to deeper understanding. In them, you come to recognize that you are not the ever-changing stream of thoughts and emotions, but the unchanging awareness.
The journey towards inner peace and understanding involves discerning the workings of our own mind. By observing and understanding the patterns of thought and emotion, we begin to see the causes of our suffering and our joy.
"There's no such thing as experiencing the real. The real is beyond experience. All experience is in the mind. You know the real by being the real."
NM
"When the ego is transcended, the individual self merges with the ultimate Self. Then, it is not the individual who speaks, but the Self who speaks through the individual."
Ramana Maharshi
The mind, with its incessant thoughts and desires, is the source of restlessness. But when you realize that you are the awareness behind the mind, you gain mastery over it.
Recognize that thoughts have no power over you unless you invite them to stay, to take root in your being. Let them pass like clouds in the sky, and in their passing, you will discover the unchanging peace of your true self.
@TehutiKhem
True, personal boundaries and being mindful of who you allow into your personal space is always a valid consideration for maintaining your well-being and emotional health. It's important to surround yourself with people who respect and support you.
All blessing comes from within. This journey within leads you to the realization that there is no 'within' or 'without', only the undivided expanse of consciousness. You are that. The distinction between inside and outside collapses, and what remains is the seamless oneness.
"Enlightenment is like the moon reflected on water. The moon doesn't get wet, nor is the water broken. In the midst of this illusion I awaken to the true path"
Dogen
"This moment, which you are experiencing now, is continuous. It is the same 'moment' that has always existed, viewed from different perspectives. This moment is not just a point in time, but a gateway to understanding your true, infinite nature."
Meditation is not a method of achieving anything at all. It is peace itself. It is the actualization of wisdom the ultimate truth of the oneness of all things.