Having recently embarked on a Qigong course, I've encountered the profound concept of being in the moment and achieving oneness with oneself. The mind, at its most potent, attains stillness when we learn to embrace the tranquility inherent in life.
To me, stillness emanates from within, perhaps from the soul or, as others might say, the heart. When external influences cease to disturb you, the mind and body reach a state of serenity. Achieving oneness with oneself is an exquisite feeling, where nothing can upset you, and you bask in the beauty of being authentically you.
During an exercise with my teacher Marissa, reminiscent of my disdain for school, we engaged in a unique practice. We had to quiet our minds for two minutes and then write continuously for another two minutes, repeating this process for five rounds. The challenge was to observe any thoughts and let them go, returning to the present moment. It felt like a journey back to school, a realm I didn't particularly enjoy.
In the first round, memories from my school days flashed before me, and as I observed the thought, a cascade of beautiful lights enveloped me. Pure white, cobalt blue, and goldish light created an immersive experience, leaving me feeling still and connected.
In the second round, thoughts of past heart palpitations surfaced. However, I recalled the messages from my Angels, explaining that these palpitations were a sign of them uploading new information. I let go of the thought, embracing a sense of ease and oneness with the universe.
The third round brought a paradoxical attempt to think of no thoughts, realizing the irony in thinking about not thinking. As I observed and smiled at my own musings, external sounds, like birds chirping, briefly entered my awareness. Yet, I remained in the moment of stillness.
In the fourth round, external noises persisted, but they didn't disrupt the internal stillness. We coexisted—one with the outside world without invading each other's energy.
The fifth and final exercise involved contemplating writing about these experiences. Letting go of that thought, I became one with the surrounding noises, acknowledging their presence without attachment. I felt a sense of oneness, where everything coexisted harmoniously.
Did I get it right? It doesn't matter. What matters is the profound feeling of oneness and stillness that emerged. Silencing the mind creates a sense of unity with everything, and external influences lose their power to disturb. Achieving stillness is an ongoing practice, akin to a job that requires dedication. With continued effort, you can be one with yourself, finding peace and improving your life.
Looking inward and being one with the real you, irrespective of external influences, allows you to attain stillness of the mind, body, heart, and soul. Amid the chaos of the world, finding this stillness is challenging but transformative. While remaining aware of the world's nuances, you'll no longer be entangled in its chaos. Letting go becomes second nature, and your life transforms into a journey of oneness.
Love, Light, and Blessings,