Tag Archives: intention
A new year for practice, service and love.
Bodhicitta is the authentic mind and open heart of a Bodhisattva, a peaceful warrior whose “weapons” are compassion, presence, wisdom and equanimity. In practical terms, a Bodhisattva recognizes the interconnectedness of all beings — the truth that we are all the same despite our outward differences in appearance and personality. No matter how difficult or [...]
reverb11 prompts
December 31 – Fiesta (Celebration) What are you celebrating today? What will you celebrate in 2012? December 30 – Karuna (Compassion) What compassionate actions do you aspire to in the coming twelve months? December 29 – Poesía (Poetry) Write a poem. It doesn’t have to rhyme. December 28 – Agradecimiento (Gratitude) What eleven things were [...]
The importance of being intentional.
According to beloved American Buddhist teacher Pema Chödrön, ”The future is completely open, and we are writing it moment to moment.” We are writing the future with our present intentions, which develop into speech and actions. Whether we realize it or not, we are constantly planting seeds that will flower with time and nurturance, so why [...]
Lights out.
I’m exhausted. Today was a Monday to top all Mondays. Therefore, instead of writing an insightful and creative post, I give you this quotation from Achaan Chah of the Thai forest tradition. I’m not sure what the Thai forest tradition is, but these are fantastic words to live by: “Do not try to become anything. [...]
