Finding true orientation often begins with disorientation from the known. We look for orientation that can take us through birth, aging and death when everything is always changing. It’s Dhamma, the unconditioned, no need to hold on. That’s the ultimate security.
Learn to tune into these 3 languages that are happening all the time, but we don’t hear them. Mind language (thought) overwhelms and corrupts; learn the language of the heart and body.
Shifting gears from the fast paced speed of the world we’re invited to take up nutriment for careful attention – yoniso manasikara – to dispel hindrances. Widening the focus of attention and mindfulness of the whole body allows mindfulness and concentration to naturally develop.
Listening to the earth through the soles of the feet asks attention to be more attentive, receptive.. [6:35] Walking Instructions: Notice the intention to move first. How is the body going to walk?
Most of the time you might realize that you can’t meditate! This is why we have to go back to the beginning, not just once but repeatedly. Maintaining the field of awareness without getting involved with content is the beginning. Acceptance without adopting.
Open the heart, connect to the field of practice started by the Buddha 2500 years ago. Tune in to the sense of lineage and connection. This gives rise to inspiration, faith, gratitude.
The Buddha’s teaching is aimed at liberation from suffering – the way out is through complete abandonment of clinging. Basic remedy is to pause – this is just an organic system operating, there’s nothing wrong with you. It’s not personal. Don’t follow the message of mind consciousness, follow the direct experience of the body.
