Monday, November 18, 2013

Subtle Mind

I had difficulty with this exercise.  I could not concentrate … there was either too much noise going on outside, or too much noise inside my head.  I have a lot going on right now and the mental lists keep rolling through my mind.  It is obvious that I have a need for meditation and the practice of quieting my mind!  My fear is that if I don't create enough time for my spirit that my body will begin breaking down and I cannot afford to do that!  I hope to try this again.  I can only pray that my school work time will no longer be plagued with construction noise outside!

Carol
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4 comments:

  1. UnknownNovember 19, 2013 at 12:59 PM

    Hi Carol,
    I've had difficulties with these exercises, too, and distraction has been a big one. Try not to fear, that's what is bad for you. Love yourself, and the fact that you are trying! A little at a time will still get you there :-) My distractions are definitely serving a higher purpose in my develop, as they are mostly people related, negative and positive. As I'm trying to create a drama free zone in my life, mini workshops are springing up to make sure I "get it"!
    I shared a link on the Discussion Board, and I'm going to share it with you, too. It is some very encouraging advice on meditation:
    http://www.buddhanet.net/e-learning/advicemed.htm
    Take care,
    Misti

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  2. UnknownNovember 19, 2013 at 6:37 PM

    I thought this exercise was better than the Love-Kindness. Sometime we have so much going on in our mind and don't really realize it. I hope yo find the spiritual peace you looking for.
    ~Thanks Roxanne

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  3. UnknownNovember 21, 2013 at 12:11 PM

    It's interesting that you found this meditation more challenging. Like Roxanne, I actually found it more appealing than "Loving Kindness." That's not to say that it's easy to meditate, but I found the voice much less intrusive in this exercise. Hopefully you stick with it and find that it gets easier!

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  4. UnknownDecember 2, 2013 at 5:52 PM

    I am with you Carol, I have too much going through my mind as I try to do these exercises. I spend more time redirecting my mind back to where it is supposed to be. I do however keep trying. I think that is the most important thing...keep trying and don't give up.

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