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Addictions can be relationships, substances, activities … anything that feels like “ I’ve got to have more… The expression “everything in moderation “seems to fit here. An addiction or behavior is separate from who I am… understanding the desire to repeat any given thing sheds light on what the underlying cause may be..low self esteem, insecurities, desire to erase life events by numbing the senses, and I think you got the idea.

The phrase “life Devoid of meditation is limited to five sense Activities, resonates so much truth. An individual would react rather than respond compassionately to any given situation if inner peace does not exist.

Bridge building...networking....connecting...transforming...metamorphasizing..... forgiveness is an aspect of each of these life components that improve the way something is into something that "Can Be" if we are willing to remove our ego that often limits or inhibits progression from what we think or position we dig our heels ito and hold onto. Inner work of our own forgiveness towards ourselves is the first step into being able to look at the position of others and better understand why they think what they think without compromising our core values of life and love in the purest sense. To thine own shelf be true ......and then it will be automatic and authentic to for give others while maintaining your core virtues. When going through a divorce, forgiveness of behaviors allowed me to remain open hearted to the love of my family and working toward planning a future for their best, loving lives. Dr. Jagdish Dave'helped tremendously with this as did the teachings of Thich Nhat Hahn....loving kindness and forgiveness. As stated in the article, it sure was the glue that not only held our family together but actually has enabled our family to be in process communication ever since....I'm eternally grateful for this in our present lives. Love is all that matters and is what will be the legacy that remains eternally....

My takeaway word from this article is the word AMUSEMENT. I find myself very amused by many circumstances and people. This amusement allows me to smile and often laugh out loud. I am enjoying so many more mindful moments because I'm really having a great time interacting with the AWE. I am awe stuck by almost anything including how delicious the soup I made from scratch tasted, how much fun shoveling the snow in the driveway is as snowflakes sparkle and chase me. I laugh at the way people drive and make up silly nicknames like nervous Nelly or racecar Ralph who weaves in and out of traffic and then I meet him at the stop light. My senses of smell, taste, hearing have improved and I am more sensitive to subtle and beautiful things. Be Awe-inspiring, inspired and share your awesome observations and experiences with people in your life. Yeah!!!!!

I posted my reply to the main site and I hope you will see it.

Is emptiness actually fullness and an opportunity for inner growth? Experiencing changes in my family as my children individually establish their own homes and occupancy of other people and events. In their daily lives, I continue to emotionally reach for our interaction as I’ve been used to when we all lived together. Is this emptiness? I feel the opportunity they provide me for my own growth? So, is this emptiness I feel a gift? As in this story, is the ring that’s not there a gift? As I look at this new phase of life as fullness in a different dimension, it shifts the emotion into a positive place. I believe it is by expectations of involvement with my family that perpetuate loneliness. Shifting that into fullness and opportunity creates unlimited new opportunities. Here in lies the gift my children are giving me and I am giving them. This is unconditional love. I feel very blessed with seeing my life with my family with bright excitement, enthusiasm, growth, and the deepest love ever imagined! Dr Jagdish Dave’ , my friend and teacher, you have brought the teachings to my heart that have allowed me this powerful understanding. This is the greatest gift. This is what my children have been giving and demonstrating to me all along. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Elaine Gotfryd Noonan

Love your kindness !

I will often times approach someone sitting alone with a smile or a little uplifting conversation. Making others feel included and welcome is such a precious gift to give and receive. The point in my heart is to let them know that they are not alone by exchanging some gesture of kindness. I realize how much this means to me. I see in their eyes they are grateful, and that brings me great joy. I will sometimes send a text message, make a phone call, write a special poem, or create something uniquely for a person. Many people live alone, many people have difficulty communicating because of preconceived ideas. I breathe mindfully with all of the teachings from Dr. Jagdish Dave’ and smile. Namaste is the universal touch.

I posted a reply as well and read your reply with deep attention . Yes balance and self recharging is essential . I see many retreating to video games, constant motion ( including myself at times) as their escape from other mental noise and stress . Going from one noise to another does not help the prior.

It makes for a busy life reflecting and examining mindfully what is going on in my outside world and what is going in on my inside world. Focus on breathing while objectively observing emotions, thoughts, feelings and the weave of each of these in relation to each other is quite a commitment to improving one's relationship with self and others. As we look to improve, deepening our self/other relationships, and not look to blame on any level of this most inner/outer educational process, the scapegoat, our eyes and heart of loving kindness are the reflecting and refracting mirrors of life...quite the kaleidoscope. I'm sure glad I have had Dr. Dave' as my teacher because it is with this knowledge and practice for the past 20 years that I have been even able to write the above paragraph and have some grasp of the beautiful weave in our conversations and my life. Thank you , Dr. Dave', for teaching me weaving at the highest level....weaving hearts of love and loving kindness. Namaste. Elaine Gotfryd Noonan

Wonderfully said

Hello, I realize I must release expectations of life and beFULLY present in the present moment. Release expectations of meditation itself. Enjoy each moment of the journey and be grateful.

Being awake feels like flotation: levitation and weightlessness in the present , fully consumed with all senses alert and engaged . This is a very healthy and peaceful lifestyle.

I love the phrase “noble friends” . That is a perfect way to describe the people who show up in surprising ways in time’s of great difficulty ( as well as fun times) . They are a lifeline emotionally , spiritually and aid in physical healing . Needing help on a day to day basis for any length of time when you live alone is a much different than when you have the physical presence of another, or2,3,4 etc. I liked the house building story . People in our world need concrete jobs for college graduates to make a living ( when they do not know someone as a connection into a company. Complex…. Keeping opening hearted and faith is an important part …. Reality of bill paying in the process is where the real balancing act exists… Walking in faith…..

Most wonderful thoughts and reflections ❤️Life changing

Living in stillness and full observation of thoughts, emotions and the whole self is key to avoiding a back and forth activity in the mind which can perpetuate restlessness and promote mental activity.Unmotivated alertness and quiet looking is how the author names the state of meditation desired. For me, relaxed breathing helps.

"We need the humilityof consistent self-examination" I feel is a most important statement. This is our basis of where all of our ideas, thoughts, and conversations are processed. If we are in a balanced place we can respond and not merely answer which is definitive and closes down conversation. This open process will encourage idea sharing and improved respectful communication.

This is a beautiful story which talks about life. It is important to be aware of all the goodness in your life while experiencing the world around you. In the case of this story, to treasure the 2 drops of oil while exploring the palace .

The caterpillar intuitively knows it must change in order to evolve. Voila the chrysalis. Voila .. imaginal cells thrive ( no matter what the outdated " caterpillar" thoughts) .The power of the imaginal cells surpasses the attack of the immune system . Often people in our lives don't "vibe" with our transformation . New transitional vibes attract new "like vibes" into your life .. a new tribe is born and works together toward a new common good. Check out the book, Hope for the Flowers by Trina Paulus... my wings are ready 🦋 🦋

Wow! Such an important brain function to understand and observe in daily living. Thank you so much for helping me further attend to the best daily focuses and observations ❤️