I realized this week that I've been unconciously gravitating towards the exercises we've been conducting throughout this class and finding peace in odd places. There are a few areas I've so far been unable to place these feelings of affection towards (such as the damn printer in my office) but I've made note of it in my integral assessment.
Okay, at this point I feel like I'm going to beginn to rattle off generic phrases for the sake of finishing this post, and thats not what I want. The fact is I'm not sure where I am after this integral assessment. I thought about those I know I love unconditionally (whether I want to or not) and it makes me wonder if much of this is beyond our control dispite what we're being taught. This is not necessarily in relation to being in love with someone that you would rather not be, but more of the sense that when we're still we see the reflection of what we percieve as good in ourselves in certain parts of the people and things around us. Isn't that what we think is good? The things that understand us? The kindred, so to speak.
So far I've assessed that can be in a good mental/spiritual state depending on whether or not I can recognize these things around me. I think it was Ethan Frome who said something about loneliness being the inability to express the deepest part of youself to something around you. And isn't loneliness just another form of unhappiness and, ultimately, disconnection from yourself? I'm going to focus on recognizing the things that I am able to relate to in others and in things around me. So far, I've found this to be the greatest source of comfort when I don't feel that something is right.
Okay, at this point I feel like I'm going to beginn to rattle off generic phrases for the sake of finishing this post, and thats not what I want. The fact is I'm not sure where I am after this integral assessment. I thought about those I know I love unconditionally (whether I want to or not) and it makes me wonder if much of this is beyond our control dispite what we're being taught. This is not necessarily in relation to being in love with someone that you would rather not be, but more of the sense that when we're still we see the reflection of what we percieve as good in ourselves in certain parts of the people and things around us. Isn't that what we think is good? The things that understand us? The kindred, so to speak.
So far I've assessed that can be in a good mental/spiritual state depending on whether or not I can recognize these things around me. I think it was Ethan Frome who said something about loneliness being the inability to express the deepest part of youself to something around you. And isn't loneliness just another form of unhappiness and, ultimately, disconnection from yourself? I'm going to focus on recognizing the things that I am able to relate to in others and in things around me. So far, I've found this to be the greatest source of comfort when I don't feel that something is right.
Danny,
ReplyDeleteI believe that most of this is focusing on what is important and necessary. the key being "focus". It is difficult to take it all in and then to strain the extranious out...interesting. Self reflection and self assessment is never easy. We can be so honest to others, but to outselves....no so much.
Thanks,
Sandy N.
Daniel,
ReplyDeleteIt is good to recognize good things in our life, and how others can contribute to extending our love and kindness, compassion, and caring abilities for growth in humanity, whole well-being, and move towards the path of integral health. Be Well!
JudyAllenPowell
Hi Danny
ReplyDeleteFirst let me say that there is a printer in my office that could be related to yours.
It is important to admit we have limitations. The purpose of this class is to assess our strengths and weaknesses and work to overcome ore weaknesses. Knowing yourself is an (integral)part of the process. This is a great place to start. Looking for the things you can realate with in your surroundings is also a very good tool.
Scott Yates
Danny
ReplyDeleteGreat job on your blog. I know exactly how you feel after doing the meditation and the assessment. I think that I left the assessment confused because I really didn't devote the amount of time necessary to take on the task.
Nieko