Are You Ready For A Still Mind?

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Are you truly ready for this still mind you've been longing for?

Many people say they want peace, and deep down, they aren't yet ready for it. That's how it was for me for years. And that's the real reason I didn't have it. I thrived on the chaos. And not only is this okay, acknowledging this is a critical step in the path forward.

So, the real question is...are you willing to stop feeding the ego, let go of the cheap dopamine, and accept things as they are, with all the accompanying fear and sadness, in the pursuit of peace?

If so, great...do it!

If not, also great...congratulations for acknowledging this! Now you can be clear with yourself: you want to want peace (or maybe after realizing what it requires, you're out!)

I always recommend starting where you are. If you're still needing the adrenaline, I suggest regularly asking yourself 2 questions: (1) what very real unmet need do I have that I'm trying to feed unskillfully through maintaining a busy life (hint: it's usually a sense of connection, safety, belonging, love, etc.), and (2) what's the simplest action step I can commit to that will meet this need in a skillful way?

When my teacher first taught me this shift, the example she gave for addressing her need was giving herself a few kisses on the wrist each day. When we say simple, we mean simple 🤗!

May you offer yourself a simple act of loving kindness today 🙏🏻 💙.