The meditative mind

[Jitendra Hy-do-u-no-us?]

How does the meditative mind function in a world of turmoil? Does that world we often see on the outside stir us up as well? That is the function of the world--to keep the mind in turmoil--because the mind will never find peace and enlightenment when it is stirred up by worldly events and people. It is like a cup of water with dirt at the bottom. You shake the cup and the water becomes polluted by the  mud but you put the cup down and watch the mud settle and you are able to see clearly through the glass. In the same way the mind becomes settled from worldly turmoil and concerns and is able to function harmoniously and with love in all circumstances.

[guest88]

Very well said Steve. I wanted to add, your presence has changed the tone for me many times. I often appreciate your peaceful nature. When I was more engaged in the practice I saw others influenced by Spirit as well, things were clearer. However, even when others are suffering around you it's nice to feel the calm you describe above. I think the more in tune we become the easier it is to detach from trivial affairs.

[Jitendra Hy-do-u-no-us?]

We have let our minds go crazy with out any control for many many incarnations. Is it any wonder that we would have challenges controlling it's activity now? The more that we calm the mind and center the thoughts to one point-- the more we see divine order in our lives.

[Jitendra Hy-do-u-no-us?]

The more we chat with others the more we realize what we ourselves have trying to settle down; scattered thoughts. To do anything correctly and successfully requires focused thinking and we ourselves can become unglued if we are not careful. Thus the practice of continuing to bring the mind back to the breath and the mantra in meditation. I find that when it is real quiet in the still of nite or in the early hours of morning it is easier to center the mind on hearing and listening to the breath.