I have already shared this poem with dear friends who are in the depths of cancer treatment. In analyzing John O'Donohue's work, I am impressed with his sensitivity to the human condition of living outside of ourselves, somewhat unconscious, moving in a way that is rushed and frankly deeply troubled, with very little focus on stillness and quiet healing. While most of his writings based on his background focuses on calling on a power (God) outside of us, this work reveals a deep understanding of how much bigger our existence on this planet truly is.
Many interpret the 'still time' he refers to as being overcome by debilitating disease, injury, or grief. Why wait for something tragic to happen? The practice of meditation, yoga inner work, and prayer are all ways to become still enough to get back to Oneself. The reading last week on relaxation and this reading go hand in hand with a focus of slowing down and listening with intention, rather than waiting for 'life' to get your attention!
Honoring the healing nature of tears is something missing in our culture... when really the healing of tears and the stillness rest offers is exactly what we need physiologically-we are programmed to feel. Honoring this is fully connecting to the infinite existence of our true Self during this time of learning. We only find this peace when we let go...aparigraha.
On Jul 26, 2011 Ricky wrote :
I have already shared this poem with dear friends who are in the depths of cancer treatment. In analyzing John O'Donohue's work, I am impressed with his sensitivity to the human condition of living outside of ourselves, somewhat unconscious, moving in a way that is rushed and frankly deeply troubled, with very little focus on stillness and quiet healing. While most of his writings based on his background focuses on calling on a power (God) outside of us, this work reveals a deep understanding of how much bigger our existence on this planet truly is.
Many interpret the 'still time' he refers to as being overcome by debilitating disease, injury, or grief. Why wait for something tragic to happen? The practice of meditation, yoga inner work, and prayer are all ways to become still enough to get back to Oneself. The reading last week on relaxation and this reading go hand in hand with a focus of slowing down and listening with intention, rather than waiting for 'life' to get your attention!
Honoring the healing nature of tears is something missing in our culture... when really the healing of tears and the stillness rest offers is exactly what we need physiologically-we are programmed to feel. Honoring this is fully connecting to the infinite existence of our true Self during this time of learning. We only find this peace when we let go...aparigraha.
Thank you so much for these readings.