Sometimes when we flail, fight and resist, we only sink deeper, perhaps even drown in our unwanted reality.
Tag: calm
The Rock and the River
The rock and river are very different and they still find a way to coexist. The same is true for us in our relationships.
An Open Mind
Calming our emotions and looking deeply, we can become aware of our feelings and of whatever misperceptions we might have that could prevent us from hearing and understanding the other person.
Stillness is the Foundation of Understanding
Sometimes we have the impression that someone intentionally wants to make us suffer. Believing this, we can get very angry.
Shamatha
We practice Shamatha to slow down our agitated mind and gain stability. When we offer our mind a chance to calm down, we are offering ourselves a chance to observe and understand our inner workings.
Breathe Before Speaking
It is important to breathe before speaking in an emotional or tense situation.
