Whatever the medium is that draws you inward and to the Stillness, let it not be more important than the goal. Stillness can be recognized at the beginning of your practice session, even before you pay attention to your breathing, think your mantra, or whatever else you may do.If there is effort involved in noticing the Stillness here, use your technique, but curiously consider how much Stillness you notice. Even when there are thoughts the Stillness remains and can be noticed. Even when techniques are being used Stillness may emerge.
It is in the paying attention of it that the magic happens. Noticing the Stillness is not meant to be a struggle or a mission. It will likely give you a headache to treat this tip as such. Instead, innocently watch and wonder about the quality and degree of Stillness that is present more often during your practice. Enjoy!
Artwork by Jing Jing Tsong. Used with the permission of Jing Jing. See more of her art: www.jingandmike.com
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