WE ARE EXPLORING THE PRACTICE
OF STILLNESS
There are times when our offering is not
necessarily some tangible gift or helpful act, but rather simply a peaceful
manner. If we are clear and present, if we are quiet and centered, then others
may be nourished simply by our lack of agitation. The world is so agitated that
to be in the presence of a single person who is at peace can feel remarkably
healing, a great blessing. If we are still, others will come when they need to
remember who they are.
-- Wayne Muller in How, Then, Shall We Live
The powerful practice of stillness is a powerful offering
to the world. Even before you are
meeting other people, your stillness is making a difference. Every thought we have is transmitted into the
mysterious web of interconnectness which makes life possible and
meaningful.
Paradoxically, the practice of stillness makes community
happen. When you bring your whole self
into your relationships you make it possible for others to bring their whole
selves out. This is the foundation for an authentic,
compassionate community. It can grow and
grow and grow. So, this is a practice we
can live with and the whole planet can live with. This is a practice which creates heaven here on earth moment after moment. It is definitely a heavenly practice.
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