I met my Guru in September 2001. Up until then, I had been running scared; terrified of the vastness that I felt within. I felt as if I would be swallowed up into it, never to return if I stopped running. My Guru was the first person who ever told me that I was actually waking up and that every single person on this planet experienced that same existential fear, but I was just in touch with it. She assured me that it was a good thing, so I trusted her and continued to let go. During my time with her, I came to realize that I was actually creating the terror that I felt by running and holding on. I got to see that fear was simply arising and when I allowed it without tensing or pushing it away, it dissolved. Just like sorrow, anger and all emotions. I came to understand that it mattered what I did with my attention. If my attention was drawn into mind/emotions, I suffered; if I relaxed and allowed whatever was arising ...
Lovely quote. The journey here with the ones that we counter is what matter. There is only this moment for us to embrace. :) loving blessings, Andrea
ReplyDeleteI agree with "britetalk".. It's a lovely quote.Thanks for sharing this.Blessings.
ReplyDeleteHi Andrea and Glenda,
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you enjoyed the passage. It's one of my favorites, too. :) There is only now, and what a wonder it is to share and connect with so many bright beings like yourselves. Blessings and love to you both! Jennifer