Vajrahridaya Posted September 14, 2010 That's all good as long as you have realized that. Otherwise it is pure speculation and you are dealing in concepts. Why not pay attention to what is here and now, not some future speculation? That's all. If it sounds like I am picking on someone, no, nobody in particular. Could be I am just talking to myself Yup, not merely a concept for me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marblehead Posted September 14, 2010 Well, I think it can be part of someones process for a bit, you know, detached and blissful contemplation from a birds eye view. Yes, agree. Sometimes solitary time is exactly what a person needs in order to accomplish whatever. Peace & Love! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
~jK~ Posted September 15, 2010 (edited) That's all good as long as you have realized that. Otherwise it is pure speculation and you are dealing in concepts. Why not pay attention to what is here and now, not some future speculation? That's all. If it sounds like I am picking on someone, no, nobody in particular. Could be I am just talking to myself The 'P' A word again ! All comes with practice. Buddha meditated for 7 years. Although, a Q is, was it his nature or his method? MeThinks/knows that the First step is to stop the noisy mind... 2nd step is to forget to count the days - even the numbers are a distraction. 3rd step is to forget what you were supposed to forget. 4th - find a mountain to climb. 4th Live on the mountain as if it were your temple. 4th ... Although it must be stated that, above and beyond tall, the happiest of all is being. . . small 'V' Edited September 15, 2010 by ~jK~ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites