Friday, February 21, 2014

the mis-take of the mis-take

Well from the response I have received from my mis-take blog, it would appear that I need more work on my choice of words. Maybe my non-note taking notes in my head will help.
The little monk had this comment re ranting radio talk shows. These shows are for people who thrive on conflict. If you are on the side of the host you can be mad with the host and feel like you have made a difference in the world but you go into action no further than your radio. if you are no on the side of the host you can be mad at the host and feel like you have made a difference in the world but you go into action no further than the radio. Only the host wins because he is paid well to vent but needs to do little more than sit in a studio.
 OK some random thoughts.
Peace is one of the most important elements to happiness; peace with self, others and the world. Peace inside must be cultivated slowly over time but first there must be peace outside - avoid all conflicts- with others, all situation that generate dissension in the body mind, and displays of violence - war, ,quarrels -all harmful to the embryonic inner peace.
Serenity help you become accustomed to peace. Avoid people who present discord - who get angry, talk about others, are mean spirited or vengeful. It is better that we are wrong (with limits - you are not a door mat) so that conflict can stop. Apologies and forgive. Be clear -what you feel, need, desire and limits.
Avoid speaking about topic that create a dispute. Most are attached to their beliefs and opinions, so why talk. Don't interfere with others business
Control your own behavior.
 Don't express negative emotions. observe and then transform. Every time we remain quiet our inner peace gets stronger.
When fear, doubt, desire, hesitation takes hold...find that calm space - solitude, sit in silence and breath seeking clarity Hold no grudges.
 Every that happens to us is our doing called to us are our lesson - accept myself just as I am - weakness, limitations, qualities and love myself to improve myself and find the root of the suffering.
 Work starts with myself. I am the only one that I can rely upon in all situation.
Cherish your relationship with the self/Self by creating a haven in your heart that no one can enter or tarnish and where we take refuge during a storm. 

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