Hello everyone,
This week we read up to page 207 The FLaw of Memory. We spoke about cognitive inventory, and seeing that we are not our thoughts.
We spoke about the all-or-nothing thinking that so many of us suffer from.
In the reading, Kevin says "Living with imperfection is what life is about...our spiritual life isn't about achieving some perfect state, but about living with things as they are."
What does this mean to you? Can you relate?
I know that for me, I used to think that being spiritual meant that I was above the trials and circumstances of everyday life, that I could sort of float above them without distress. I have since come to realize that, as much as it is a daily practice and an ongoing process, being spiritual means responding and not reacting to how things are from a place of calm acceptance and equanimity. I don't do it well, but I do it better than I used to. And my daily meditation practice and meetings/groups like this one help me to remember that truth. I remember it more quickly than I used to, but often still have the fantasy of being so spiritual that I can just rise above it all. LOL
What about you?
Hi Lori and thank you for your service. I can relate to the all or nothing; black or white thinking. Sometimes in life, we are put to the challenge of finding the gray area. I have a hard time accepting what is at times. I am very independent and strong willed. I am working towards softening my edges with acceptance, grace and gratitude. This is difficult for me. People, places and things as they are work well when they aren't in my space; I am asking my higher power for help with this. Thank you for the suggestions.