Benefits of meditation
Acceptance: Moving Beyond Likes and Dislikes
One of the profound lessons of meditation is the cultivation of acceptance. In our daily lives, we are often caught in a cycle of pursuing what we like and avoiding what we dislike. This binary approach to life can lead to frustration and dissatisfaction, as we cannot control external circumstances.
Meditation teaches us to observe our thoughts and emotions without judgment, fostering a sense of acceptance. As we sit in stillness, we become aware of our likes and dislikes, our desires and aversions, but we do not act on them. Instead, we acknowledge them and let them pass, like clouds drifting across the sky.
The Present Moment: A Sanctuary of Calm
The essence of meditation is being fully present in the moment. Our minds are often preoccupied with the past or the future, reliving past events or worrying about what is to come. This constant time travel creates a sense of unease and prevents us from experiencing the richness of the present moment. And your life happens here and now, in front of your eyes. Through meditation, we learn to anchor ourselves in the here and now, allowing us to experience the present moment with clarity and calm.
Being present in the moment does not mean we ignore our responsibilities or become indifferent to the future. It means that we approach life with a sense of mindfulness, fully engaging with whatever we do at any given time.
Finding peace of mind through meditation is a journey from chaos to calm which I wish all of you.
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