Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Rising Above Emotions

Though emotions can be overwhelming and seem insurmountable, the truth is that we can rise above them. We are not ruled by our emotions, strong though they may be. As beings of body, mind, and spirit, we have other aspects of our nature that can help us to regain our balance. Our emotional reaction may be a result of body chemistry or negative thinking, or it may be some energy we are picking up. By going within to examine your feelings in the light of all of your aspects today, you can also connect to your higher self and the stillness and peace within, utilizing all that is available to you to achieve balance and well-being in any circumstances.

1 day before final diagnosis.
I am very very very angry. I don't even know what I am feeling now.

Thursday, November 13, 2008

Qualities Of The Self-Realised Person

Being purified by his intelligence and controlling the mind with determination, giving up the objects of sense gratification, being freed from attachment and hatred, one who lives in a secluded place, who eats little, who controls his body, mind and power of speech, who is always in trance and who is detached, free from false ego, false strength, false pride, lust, anger, and acceptance of material things, free from false proprietorship, and peaceful — such a person is certainly elevated to the position of self-realization