Happiness is a word that is commonly associated with meditation these days. The word "joy" may communicate the idea better. "Happy and carefree" is a familiar joining of words. "Carefree" is not really what we are talking about here at YWM. In fact, a regular practice of meditation often leads to an increase in "caring" rather than freedom from caring. "Joy" is a deeper experience, and one that can carry us through difficult times, and lead us through times of confusion and doubt, and toward a deeper relationship with self and with others around us.
But it is not all about heaviness and seriousness. When we take time to slow down and notice what we are experiencing at the present moment, we can begin to enjoy moments that previously might have slipped by, covered over in regret or longing for yesterday or worry or longing for tomorrow. We can enjoy more often and more deeply.
Look for coming instruction and guided meditations regarding joy and enjoyment.
But it is not all about heaviness and seriousness. When we take time to slow down and notice what we are experiencing at the present moment, we can begin to enjoy moments that previously might have slipped by, covered over in regret or longing for yesterday or worry or longing for tomorrow. We can enjoy more often and more deeply.
Look for coming instruction and guided meditations regarding joy and enjoyment.