( Note: Be aware that the following was completely ad hoc, and as I write this sentence [in chunks], I am also editing this post in three other places, and creating two other new posts. I have an interesting brain. ) I'm going to take a big risk here. I am absolutely determined to reveal the truth about myself. When I put the truth on display to strangers, they are typically interested and engaged, and eventually, left behind. When do I the exact same with anyone that knows me, they almost always assume that I am merely having a mental health moment. I have indeed been diagnosed a couple of times in the past (different things), yet I always feel that I'm the sanest person in the room. The previous sentence isn't strictly true - I have met saner people. But those that know me are not saner people, that I know of. This bit may be more "radical honesty" than love. The truth is probably in my own words. Look - who am I to being "doing" anything to mysel...
Introducing Jeremy, my brilliant, spontaneous and fragile friend. He may not appreciate me saying this, but I need you all to do some Tonglen practice. Well, never mind Tongen - just do this: Deep (diaphragmatic) breath in, while 'drinking in' his issues, worries and problems (it won't hurt), then a big breath out, sending him the space he needs, an the good vibes he deserves. As a Tibetan Buddhist I'm supposed to believe this practice will change the world. We generally apply Tonglen to ALL the suffering in the world, sometimes for hours at a time (We're a funny lot). Well, its meditation; it couldn't hurt (by which I mean: Trust me, it does a power of good [Tonglen & all meditation], and will align your good intent). Intent is important. Or just wish Jeremy well, please, for at least a minute or two. He is a key Garden Distrikt member.
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