Easwaran begins this week’s reading with a stirring quote from the Gita (6:26):
Wherever the mind wanders, restless and diffuse in its search for satisfaction without, lead it within; train it to rest in the Self. Abiding joy comes to those who still the mind.
Let’s read the article, “The Power and Peace of Meditation,” on pages 23–27 of the Summer 2014 issue of the Blue Mountain Journal along with the journal’s final article from Easwaran on page 29. And may we each be inspired to deepen our concentration in meditation!
Let’s continue extending our practice of one-pointed attention. Is there a tip in this reading that is particularly challenging for you? How will you wrestle with it this week?
In this issue of the journal, Easwaran repeatedly describes how one-pointed attention is especially rewarding in personal relationships. Let's try it out this week: plan a time of day when you will give extra effort to one-pointed attention to those around you. For example you might choose a meal time when you will be eating with others.
In one week, on February 28th, the eSatsang will begin studying Easwaran’s Take Your Time. To prepare, make sure you have the book available.
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For our spiritual treat, we are pleased to share the final excerpt from the Easwaran video “Love Alters Not.” Note that the full video is 34 minutes, but the excerpt begins at 26:45 and the player should start automatically at that time.