In concentrating on achieving Loving Kindness, though it was beautiful to feel calm and the coolness of the air being inhaled and the coolness being felt on my skin, I could not grasp calm concentration on people that have hurt me nor something happening to one of my closest loved ones. On the other hand, with the Subtle Mind, I felt the same coolness being inhaled and on my face and arms but, the focus and the calm was easier to achieve, I don’t know if it was because it was all about me, all I know that I was able to wholeheartedly engulf myself in this exercise. I deeply enjoyed this one rather that the other one because I was able to feel the point when calm entered my being it is indescribable; my body and mind was relaxed at the same time. All I know is that this is a calm I want to continue feeling. I am hoping to incorporate this in my daily life; I think it would benefit not only me but my household also.
Saturday, December 10, 2011
Loving Kindness & Subtle-Mind Comparison
Hola Amigos,
In concentrating on achieving Loving Kindness, though it was beautiful to feel calm and the coolness of the air being inhaled and the coolness being felt on my skin, I could not grasp calm concentration on people that have hurt me nor something happening to one of my closest loved ones. On the other hand, with the Subtle Mind, I felt the same coolness being inhaled and on my face and arms but, the focus and the calm was easier to achieve, I don’t know if it was because it was all about me, all I know that I was able to wholeheartedly engulf myself in this exercise. I deeply enjoyed this one rather that the other one because I was able to feel the point when calm entered my being it is indescribable; my body and mind was relaxed at the same time. All I know is that this is a calm I want to continue feeling. I am hoping to incorporate this in my daily life; I think it would benefit not only me but my household also.
In concentrating on achieving Loving Kindness, though it was beautiful to feel calm and the coolness of the air being inhaled and the coolness being felt on my skin, I could not grasp calm concentration on people that have hurt me nor something happening to one of my closest loved ones. On the other hand, with the Subtle Mind, I felt the same coolness being inhaled and on my face and arms but, the focus and the calm was easier to achieve, I don’t know if it was because it was all about me, all I know that I was able to wholeheartedly engulf myself in this exercise. I deeply enjoyed this one rather that the other one because I was able to feel the point when calm entered my being it is indescribable; my body and mind was relaxed at the same time. All I know is that this is a calm I want to continue feeling. I am hoping to incorporate this in my daily life; I think it would benefit not only me but my household also.
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Hi JaeC,
ReplyDeleteWe should all strive for calmness. I love the feeling of calmness. I think you are off to a good start in your journey too peace and calmness within yourself. When you start to show how relaxed, poised, and calm you are, other members of your household will take notice and follow suit. Gradually the noise level in your home will diminish, loud TV's and stereos will cease, constructive arguing will take place of shouting and fussing, and you all will have a renewed respect for one another.
I really like your reviews on the exercise this week. I too felt some of the similar feelings during the Subtle Mind exercise. I do find that it is easier to complete the exercises that are more about myself. Maybe this is because I feel strongly connected to my spiritual and mental wellness.
ReplyDeleteIt would be a great idea to incorporate these exercises in your household especially if you have younger children. Helping them have a better spiritual wellness is just as important as their physical wellness.
Is it not truely fascinating on how one meditation will work well for us while another may not or vice versa. I like the breathing one more ass well but this is because I find it gives me something more to focus on. While the other meditation is great for teaching us and helping us with forgivness, it is a different type of inner peace. who knew that inner peace had so many faces. ;)
ReplyDelete---Anita Rachel Scott (Goehring)
JaeC, It is nice to hear that this relaxation technique worked for you. It was difficult for me as I ended up dosing off once again. However, you mentioned something in your post that I think is very valid. Maybe the directions given in the audio to focus on your self were easier to grasp then focusing on others or feelings of others. I can see how that would allow you to go deeper with your experience of calmness. Best, J
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