A Meditation From Meditation That Unlocks Wisdom

Every so often during meditation, my habits fall away and I can see perfectionism through a loving lens, as just a constellation of thoughts, forming and dissolving. When that happens, wisdom is right there, waiting. Sometimes it waits like a signpost. Sometimes it shows up like gravity, reminding me to anchor to the earth. Sometimes it’s like peaches in summer, round and ripe and ready for picking, if only I remember to lift my gaze and gently open my hands.

Transcript

So,

Finding whatever posture would support you today,

Whatever posture would support you in having an imperfect sit,

The posture that is good enough for right now.

And taking a few breaths to just help ground in the present moment,

Paying attention as each breath flows in and out of the body.

And then beginning to notice if the mind is steady or if the mind is agitated.

If the body is settled or restless,

If the heart is open or clenched,

Just noticing.

Noticing and also noticing if there's any element of wanting things to be different or better.

And if there is and it's possible to just let that go,

Just inviting yourself to let that go.

And when the mind wanders,

Notice if there's any sense of frustration or feeling like the mind should not be wandering.

And seeing if it's possible to bring in some gladness,

Just gladness for noticing,

And let go of all the rest.

Letting go of wanting to feel better or be better,

Just training in simply being present.

Remembering Pema's instruction to open completely to the pain and the pleasure of our life.