365 Tao - ORIENTATION

[Encephalon]

ORIENTATION

 

Planets orbit the sun.

Forms orbit the mind.

 

 

Most of us embody disparate aspects in our personalities; these are our forms, the way we take shape. If we aren't careful, we can become confused by such complexity. We should not deny any part of ourselves. We should arrange them. All elements are valid -- they must simply be placed in the right context.

 

Those who follow Tao understand that a diverse personality is problematic only if some aspects dominate to the exclusion of the others. This is unbalanced. If there is constant alteration between all aspects, then equilibrium is possible. Like the planets, feelings, instincts, and emotions must be kept in a constantly rotating order. Then all things have their place and the problems of excess are avoided.

 

Just as the sun is at the center of our solar system, so too must the mind of wisdom be the center of our diverse personalities. If our minds are strong, then the various parts of our lives will be held firmly to their proper courses, and there will be no chance of deviation.

[longrhythm]

Beautiful.

 

ORIENTATION

 

Planets orbit the sun.

Forms orbit the mind.

 

 

Most of us embody disparate aspects in our personalities; these are our forms, the way we take shape. If we aren't careful, we can become confused by such complexity. We should not deny any part of ourselves. We should arrange them. All elements are valid -- they must simply be placed in the right context.

 

Those who follow Tao understand that a diverse personality is problematic only if some aspects dominate to the exclusion of the others. This is unbalanced. If there is constant alteration between all aspects, then equilibrium is possible. Like the planets, feelings, instincts, and emotions must be kept in a constantly rotating order. Then all things have their place and the problems of excess are avoided.

 

Just as the sun is at the center of our solar system, so too must the mind of wisdom be the center of our diverse personalities. If our minds are strong, then the various parts of our lives will be held firmly to their proper courses, and there will be no chance of deviation.

[Marblehead]

Beautiful.

 

And harmonious.

 

Peace & Love!

[thelerner]

ORIENTATION

 

Planets orbit the sun.

Forms orbit the mind.

 

 

Most of us embody disparate aspects in our personalities; these are our forms, the way we take shape. If we aren't careful, we can become confused by such complexity. We should not deny any part of ourselves. We should arrange them. All elements are valid -- they must simply be placed in the right context.

 

Those who follow Tao understand that a diverse personality is problematic only if some aspects dominate to the exclusion of the others. This is unbalanced. If there is constant alteration between all aspects, then equilibrium is possible. Like the planets, feelings, instincts, and emotions must be kept in a constantly rotating order. Then all things have their place and the problems of excess are avoided.

 

Just as the sun is at the center of our solar system, so too must the mind of wisdom be the center of our diverse personalities. If our minds are strong, then the various parts of our lives will be held firmly to their proper courses, and there will be no chance of deviation.

 

There is a very cool guided meditation that works with this imagery. Its Rawn Clarks Center of Stillness Meditation (CSM) & its a free download from his site-just google it. It has you separating out sensory organs and putting them into orbit around you. Then you do the same for thoughts and emotions, detaching them from your self.

 

Like the title says,it puts you into the center of stillness where sensory and thoughts occur outside of you, leaving you in a deep state of peace, where you can look at the issues of your life without encumbrance.

 

Worthwhile if anyone is interested.

 

Michael