Contentment. Something I have never really experienced, until today. Why do we trouble ourselves with constant cognition? We are constantly criticizing and analyzing every stimulus we encounter. We are delved deep into ourselves. We get lost inside. Take a moment. Clear your mind. Think. Of. Nothing. You will be surprised at exactly how difficult this is. Zen.
Early this morning, Rachel (a spectacular being and genuine friend) and I ventured out to the Zen Center of Las Vegas to explore this Buddhist idea of "Zen."There were two, 20 minute intervals of silent meditation with 10 minutes of walking meditation in the garden intermittently placed between the two. We were instructed to think. of. nothing; if a thought disturbs your mind, purge that thought and maintain clear-mindedness. Focus on your breathing.Inhale. Exhale. Enjoy your beingness. Just exist. Be.
What is zen? As it was explained to us, "Zen is very simple... What are you?" Well, I'm not quite sure. What am I? What are you?
What is " I "? Take a moment and think about who you are................................................................
Introspection. This is mine: Vanessa...?..?...? I am Vanessa. What does that mean? Who is Vanessa? Who am I?
You'll find yourself troubled and confused in trying to grasp a clear definition of exactly what you are. Now, do not panic. There is no need to go into some sort of life crisis. Take life for what it is Take you for what you are. If you begin thinking about what you are and you find yourself uncomfortable, stay in that discomfort. Think about what is troubling you, breathe in, breathe out and with your exhaling purge that idea. Get rid of it. Focus. Only. On. Things. That. Are. Positive. Lose all judgements of your self and everyone else.
How can you live in zen? Humans have been designed to help other humans. This. is. what. we .are. destined. to. do. Help each other and the world by only speaking words of kindness. Choose your words carefully. Have awareness of your actions and how those actions will affect others.
Love.
http://www.lasvegaszencenter.com/Welcome_to_Las_Vegas_Zen.html
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
vivere
Why do we go to school and why do we work ?
They detract from the natural instinct to explore. Life is a catch 22. We go to school to learn, to find out how to be thinkers and philosophers. Does is truly achieve this? Or is it a waste? School is time. When do we have time to take the chance to appreciate ? To be alive and to explore. To do what we desire and not what our professor or boss desires for us.
We work to make money. Our reasons for working may vary across culture and from person-to-person. But most of us work to survive. So, if school is time and time is money. What's the purpose? Why do we do this? Some of us may find gratifying careers , but most of us will not. Most of society is stuck in some low-paying, shitty job where their boss knows close to nothing about how to treat a human being. Is that any way to live? Why do we enslave ourselves to a life not worth living?
In one of my most peaceful moments, I envision a large, open meadow where the sun shines radiantly. The sky is the brightest hue of blue you could fathom. Imagine yourself standing at the top of a mountain. You are looking out over a beautiful meadow with a sparkling lake in the distance. The breeze gently brushes your skin.The sense of tranquility comes over you quickly and you are transported. Experience this in its actuality. Nature is that source of energy. Open yourself to it. Be vulnerable to it. Have those feelings and be free.
I am determined. I am proactive. I am ready to be alive. And live with love and compassion. Nature and beauty. Do yourself a favor and think about it. Digest and absorb it. Share the secret. Positive energy is the nutrients for the soul. Feed yourself. Vivere.
They detract from the natural instinct to explore. Life is a catch 22. We go to school to learn, to find out how to be thinkers and philosophers. Does is truly achieve this? Or is it a waste? School is time. When do we have time to take the chance to appreciate ? To be alive and to explore. To do what we desire and not what our professor or boss desires for us.
We work to make money. Our reasons for working may vary across culture and from person-to-person. But most of us work to survive. So, if school is time and time is money. What's the purpose? Why do we do this? Some of us may find gratifying careers , but most of us will not. Most of society is stuck in some low-paying, shitty job where their boss knows close to nothing about how to treat a human being. Is that any way to live? Why do we enslave ourselves to a life not worth living?
In one of my most peaceful moments, I envision a large, open meadow where the sun shines radiantly. The sky is the brightest hue of blue you could fathom. Imagine yourself standing at the top of a mountain. You are looking out over a beautiful meadow with a sparkling lake in the distance. The breeze gently brushes your skin.The sense of tranquility comes over you quickly and you are transported. Experience this in its actuality. Nature is that source of energy. Open yourself to it. Be vulnerable to it. Have those feelings and be free.
I am determined. I am proactive. I am ready to be alive. And live with love and compassion. Nature and beauty. Do yourself a favor and think about it. Digest and absorb it. Share the secret. Positive energy is the nutrients for the soul. Feed yourself. Vivere.
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