'Everything you do can be done better from a place of relaxation'
-Stephen C Paul
What ever lies inside the minds of those who protest in a line at the supermarket, bank, or waiting in a traffic jam? How about in those of people who, as soon as a light turns green, honk the horn several times?
What is their desperation? What's so important that they sacrifice their inner peace time and time again to really achieve nothing. They don't seem to be content with their discontent, but they also disturb others with their behavior.
Patience is a virtue. It is defined as 'the state of endurance under difficult circumstances, persevering in the face of delay or provocation without being annoyed'.
In Spanish the word is composed of Paz-ciencia (the science of peace).
Just as a science, inner peace and calm should be studied, understood, cultivated, promoted and practiced.
If you find yourself in a hurry stop for a moment. Stope reflecting that aura of unhappiness to those around. Even better, look at the face of someone else in a similar circumstance and just smile.
Don't take a part in promoting this behavior.
Instead of quickly getting disturbed, quickly reach that state of calmness.
Like a sensei, teach others this powerful lesson.
Lesson learned: When life's light turns green don't rush in. Just relax, take your time, and enjoy the ride peacefully.
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1 comment:
I want patience, and I want it now!
Seriously though, I couldn't agree more with you. The outer world of continual clatter tends to seep into us and generate internal noise pollution, drowning out the voice of our inner and true self. Side effects include racing thoughts, the inability to focus for long, knee-jerk annoyance and perpetual discontent.
Some helpful suggestions: Try clearing your mind in silent meditation for just 5 minutes a day (you'll improve with practice). Sit or walk amidst nature and simply observe the living wonder around you. Be aware of and appreciate the now in which you are living -- whether it seems good or bad -- instead of always dwelling on the past or obsessing about the future. Enjoy the ride, indeed.
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