There is a sacred stillness to which we may return, There to rediscover our true nature. In this present moment, merely breathing in and out, Illusion falls away and we are free. This is a minimalist poem I once wrote immediately after meditating. I was really “blissing out” after twenty minutes of mantra meditation that […]
Cultivating the Habit of Contentment
Nothing improves one’s mood like getting into a grateful head space! Whether we’re thankful to a god, a bodhisattva, a saint or other people, the energy generated can be literally life-giving. In fact, I’m convinced it’s one of the secrets of a happy life. A long time ago, I battled with depression. It was connected […]
The Benefits of the Metta Prayer
“May she dwell in safety. May she be happy and healthy. May she be free of afflictions. May she be at peace.” * * * Siddhartha, after he had become the Buddha, prescribed the Metta Prayer for his disciples. While I am not a Buddhist (I’m a Humanist who practices holistic spirituality), I’ve found this […]