So many of our problems arise because we always feel cut off from something we need. We do not feel whole and therefore turn expectantly toward other people for the qualities we imagine missing in ourselves. All of the problems of the world, from one person’s anxiety to warfare between nations, can be traced to this feeling of not being whole.
Being Aware
Mindfulness is one of the great mysteries of human life. It is our capacity to be aware of being aware.
Observing Our Mind
There is a huge change in the life of someone who begins to practice mindfulness. With just a bit of practice, we notice how out of control the mind really is. We begin to be able to observe thoughts, feelings and emotions as experiences that we are having rather than identifying with them.
Seeing Thoughts & Emotions
To see thoughts and emotions like anger, sadness, fear and worry as objective phenomena rather than as oneself is radically liberating.
Mindfulness for a Happy Life
Robert Beatty
.
Steps to Happiness
Ten Simple Strategies for a Happier You: Changing the World From the Inside Out
Grace Terry
Role of Acceptance
Acceptance is a key part of the restful mind. When we are able to accept things that we can’t change, we no longer waste mental energy or anguish and instead focus on the things we do have some control over.
Thoughts Create Our World
By always remembering that it is with our thoughts that we create our world, we realize that we do have choices in life, even in the most difficult times.
The Restful Mind
Gyalwa Dokhampa
The purpose of all the major religious traditions is not to construct big temples on the outside, but to create temples of goodness and compassion inside, in our hearts.
…..Dalai Lama
Daily Wisdom
Josh Bartok, Editor
Who Knows Anyhow? 