This week, we are continuing to apply Slowing Down and One-Pointed Attention to our daily lives, which for many of us are extra full in the month of December.
We would like to remind you of our invitation to join the Mantram Relay. Here is what Easwaran has to say about prayer from the heart:
“Prayer from the heart really means prayer from the depths of the unconscious – not oral prayer, but prayer without words. When prayer arises from the depths of the unconscious like this, tremendous forces – life forces that operate beneath our fragmented, superficial, egocentric awareness – are touched and moved and brought into action. These eternal laws, which are as operative as the law of gravity, open their doors to those who have no personal irons in the fire, who don’t seek any profit or prestige but depend entirely upon the Lord.”
(Easwaran in the Blue Mountain Journal Winter 2018, page 15)
We are eager to hear how you are getting on with your experiment in slowing down and becoming more aware of conditioned behavior. Were you able to recall it at the time you had chosen? Was there a change in the situation, or interaction? If you haven’t yet chosen an experiment, it’s not too late! Remember to keep it small. You can read about the experiment again here. We’d love to hear your reflections or observations.
To inspire us to continue deepening our appreciation of Slowing Down, we’re offering a short video clip from Easwaran called “Slowing Down Our Thoughts.” Easwaran will give us some real insight into what it is like to see your thoughts move slowly. He says, “As your thoughts begin to go slower and slower you will recognize them; you will be able to regulate them… .”
Let’s try watching him with as much one-pointed attention as possible. Please feel free to share your reflections on Easwaran’s tips.
Wishing you all very happy holidays, to you and your loved ones, from the eSatsang Team!