If important enough for us to be aware, that which we deny, distract, or avoid to ‘see’ will eventually get our attention and wake us up.
‘Nonjudgmental Observation’
by meditative - April 24th, 2020Gentle, nonjudgmental observation is a practice that helps us to recognize and better understand the nature of our innate tendencies to ‘hold on’- and to attach to certain thought & feeling patterns that arise from our internal responses (or reactions) to situations. It is this relaxed, balanced and abiding attention that also helps us to […]
STOP
by meditative - April 22nd, 2020Step back Take a breath Observe Proceed with… It is taking this time to simply reflect on one’s situation before moving forward with either one’s words or actions. It is in this momentary space of simply being that we may discover a new pattern for responding rather than reacting to each new situation.
Pain vs. Change
by meditative - April 20th, 2020Part of our ‘human condition’ is our innate tendency to avoid pain. It is often desire for ‘avoidance’ that prevents us from starting or sustaining new habits in life. The energy behind our desire to avoid pain tends to be stronger than the motivational force underlying our intention to make positive changes in our lives. […]