Home Vs Hell
Both home and Hell are a state of mind. This has become abundantly obvious from a lifelong meditation practice. And with me working for years as a chaplain {in prison}, that just reaffirmed it. Life as we know it, is a direct result of our thinking. So why not think positive? Be realistic. But be optimistic.
You know, working in the prison system, I have encountered people who were so at peace, you would have never known that they were incarcerated. The flip side of that coin, I have known people who appeared to have it all together, and without warning...they killed themselves. So, it really does speak to the quality of our thoughts. Those who focus on home, more often that not, create it wherever they are. Likewise with Hell. I have worked with politicians, celebrities, sports figures, to those who are extremely wealthy. And you know what? They find Hell just easily as everyday people.?
Being a crisis counselor for years, I have seen some tragic things as well. Really, more than I ever cared to witness. But even in death, those with an optimistic spirit, openly embraced the journey. And by journey, I mean death. I'm not saying they weren't scared. But by embracing all things good and positive, the fear moves over and lets love guide them home.?
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So what am I talking about today? In one word...mindfulness. As you think, you create. I am very cautious not to play victim, stay stuck in negative thinking, or judge someone. I don't even joke about?it. Because our minds hold onto words. Ever tell a story that you might have embellished?a little? Tell that story long enough, over and over, and sooner or later, you're not going to know what is true. We literally believe the lie.?
Meditation has taught me to stay in my lane. Why? Because my lane leads me home every time. For me, there is no Hell. Because I dare not create it.?
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1 年I felt this, absolutely every single bit of it. The funny or ironic part of my journey through the hell or (prison, I called it) is that when I was diagnosed with cancer I never let the negativity linger for long and I created a tranquil environment to open myself up for all the positive possibilities of healing. So why, 13 years later and cancer free did I allow myself to go so far down the hole, I almost didn’t dig myself out? This moved me. The mind is so powerful. I still need to talk better to myself. I love and appreciate people and want to be a light in their life! I really need to be a light in my own. I like my lane as well. Thank you for sharing your story with us.