Wisdom Pills: Presence

Welcome to Wisdom Pills, where profound insights from sages across time and traditions are condensed into bite-sized doses for personal growth and self-discovery. In this session: Embark on a seeker's journey towards Enlightenment in dialogue with the Master. Explore the simplicity of the Master's guidance to seek Enlightenment "here" and "now." Delve into the significance of genuine observation and presence, realizing that true insight arises from being fully present. Contemplate the essence of the ordinary, understanding that genuine observation requires being fully rooted in the present moment, a realization often missed when the mind wanders elsewhere.

Transcript

The seeker approached the master,

Eager to find the path of enlightenment.

With a heart full of questions,

She asked,

Where shall I look for enlightenment?

The master responded with the utmost simplicity,

Saying,

Here.

The seeker was taken aback by the directness of the answer and sought further clarification,

Asking,

When will it happen?

The master responded,

It is happening right now.

The seeker was puzzled,

Wondering why she did not experience enlightenment if it was already occurring.

The master gently pointed out the underlying reason,

Saying,

Because you do not look.

This statement invited the seeker to explore the importance of genuine observation and presence in the quest of enlightenment.

Curiously,

The seeker further inquired about what she should be looking for.

The master's answer was straightforward.

Nothing.

Just look.

The seeker,

Seeking further clarity,

Questioned whether there was a special way to look.

The master's response was reassuring.

No.

The ordinary way will do.

Puzzled,

The seeker asked,

But don't I always look the ordinary way?

The master responded,

Saying,

No.

Because to look,

You must be here.

You are mostly somewhere else.