A cool breeze comes through. . . .
. . .and I stop giving attention to worry.
BEing present to offer full attention to what is HERE. . . .what is NOW. . .and taking a lighter, not too serious tone, seems to be the current precedent.
Their is a natural distinction that arises. A difference between a biting, sarcastic, or hurtful humor. And a gentle, natural humor. One seems to express Love and produce smiles and laughter. The other is a hiding spot for fear, pride, and shame.
That natural distinction between the two is 'natural' because it is effortless.
Should I be "trying" to use it, then I am sure to fail. And then the sarcastic tone expresses itself, albeit in a subtle way not everyone may recognize. This is simply the way it is, as real humor cannot express itself outside the realm of Love, and the other type of humor is simply another mask for fear to play a role behind.
You can see it arise in forms when something that some find uncomfortable is spoken of, or seems to occur. The reaction will give away the level of consciousness, whether it be fear based, or from a higher-deeper place of Love.
Others reactions? Not my business. . .ever. So don't forget I am talking about myself. But just always.
On another level it is interesting to note the multiplicity of ego forms. Hidden in the smallest actions, words, and expressions, it finds unlimited costumes to wear.
But still, everywhere I turn all I can see is God in drag.
"If I am to know God directly, I must become completely He, and He I, so that this He and this I become and are one I".
- Meister Eckhart
In the beginning
There was but one concept
And that's the concept of I.
Then arose Apollyon the Devil
Claiming that it's you and I.
- Bunny Wailer
Do you know what that means, or does I?
Some people hold the world together. Carpenters, cops, and janitors, all strive to make the planet a cleaner, kinder, more aware place. But they are blessed in that they sometimes lack the arrogance that assumes they can change the world. . .or worse yet, thinking they know how!
I find humor with the 'world changers'. Not because their effort is not noble. . . . (although it's true, even in the desire to 'fix' or 'help' you can see the little 'i' screaming "Look at me!"). . .No, the humor for me is found in the great acting skill that is required in order for one to take seriously the notion that being serious' about ones role in life is the practical' way to live. . .it is just so absolutely, and obviously. . .BACKWARDS.
The only practical effort is the one given towards the spiritual (in the mature sense of that word), towards self inquiry.
The only practical direction for awareness is inward.
Any material-physical efforts outside that realm, are not just completely disfunctional and impractical, but truthfully they are sheer folly.
The humor is not that most people see that backwards. The humor is in the fact that they pretend to.
That's just incredibly beautiful to observe. Self help, build a better ego, create a better personal story, bullshit upon bullshit. . . . . .but, anything to avoid sitting still by the lake and letting IT catch me! We can't have that. . . that would change everything.
So I love them all for the effort they put into that serious and important personal ME story. . .that actors part, that role, most especially me. Oscars for everyone please.
So keep that stern look, nervous laugh, and silly attempts to distract or draw attention. It's all good. Play the role, enjoy the day, and BE. You don't need my permission, but I do.
As for me, I will be the one in the back of the dark Chinese restaurant with one hand on Parvati, and one hand palm up. . .it means 'Hi'. . .Yes, I see you, it's ok, just RELAX.
You can't be free in any fashion if you hold the hand of fear.
BEing present to offer full attention to what is HERE. . . .what is NOW. . .and taking a lighter, not too serious tone, seems to be the current precedent.
Their is a natural distinction that arises. A difference between a biting, sarcastic, or hurtful humor. And a gentle, natural humor. One seems to express Love and produce smiles and laughter. The other is a hiding spot for fear, pride, and shame.
That natural distinction between the two is 'natural' because it is effortless.
Should I be "trying" to use it, then I am sure to fail. And then the sarcastic tone expresses itself, albeit in a subtle way not everyone may recognize. This is simply the way it is, as real humor cannot express itself outside the realm of Love, and the other type of humor is simply another mask for fear to play a role behind.
You can see it arise in forms when something that some find uncomfortable is spoken of, or seems to occur. The reaction will give away the level of consciousness, whether it be fear based, or from a higher-deeper place of Love.
Others reactions? Not my business. . .ever. So don't forget I am talking about myself. But just always.
On another level it is interesting to note the multiplicity of ego forms. Hidden in the smallest actions, words, and expressions, it finds unlimited costumes to wear.
But still, everywhere I turn all I can see is God in drag.
"If I am to know God directly, I must become completely He, and He I, so that this He and this I become and are one I".
- Meister Eckhart
In the beginning
There was but one concept
And that's the concept of I.
Then arose Apollyon the Devil
Claiming that it's you and I.
- Bunny Wailer
Do you know what that means, or does I?
Some people hold the world together. Carpenters, cops, and janitors, all strive to make the planet a cleaner, kinder, more aware place. But they are blessed in that they sometimes lack the arrogance that assumes they can change the world. . .or worse yet, thinking they know how!
I find humor with the 'world changers'. Not because their effort is not noble. . . . (although it's true, even in the desire to 'fix' or 'help' you can see the little 'i' screaming "Look at me!"). . .No, the humor for me is found in the great acting skill that is required in order for one to take seriously the notion that being serious' about ones role in life is the practical' way to live. . .it is just so absolutely, and obviously. . .BACKWARDS.
The only practical effort is the one given towards the spiritual (in the mature sense of that word), towards self inquiry.
The only practical direction for awareness is inward.
Any material-physical efforts outside that realm, are not just completely disfunctional and impractical, but truthfully they are sheer folly.
The humor is not that most people see that backwards. The humor is in the fact that they pretend to.
That's just incredibly beautiful to observe. Self help, build a better ego, create a better personal story, bullshit upon bullshit. . . . . .but, anything to avoid sitting still by the lake and letting IT catch me! We can't have that. . . that would change everything.
So I love them all for the effort they put into that serious and important personal ME story. . .that actors part, that role, most especially me. Oscars for everyone please.
So keep that stern look, nervous laugh, and silly attempts to distract or draw attention. It's all good. Play the role, enjoy the day, and BE. You don't need my permission, but I do.
As for me, I will be the one in the back of the dark Chinese restaurant with one hand on Parvati, and one hand palm up. . .it means 'Hi'. . .Yes, I see you, it's ok, just RELAX.
You can't be free in any fashion if you hold the hand of fear.
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