About Heart Sessions

Hello all. This blog is intended to honor the group meditations initiated by Tom Sawyer, now carried on by friends of his since his passing. Being physically spread out as we are we have agreed to sit down in our own homes at the same clock time, 9pm EST on Sunday nights. We sit for at least 20 minutes, although sitting for longer periods is no problem if you so choose.


There is no specified technique for these meditations. Precisely prescribed actions sometimes become unauthentic and what is meaningful for one person may not be for another. So if you choose to assist you may use a favored technique or listen within, apply self-honesty, and allow growth. There is no political or economic agenda involved. There are no dues or dogma. The essential point is an honest willingness to help.


Each week there is a suggested focus as posted on this blog. We previously had been using an email list but now, through the kind assistance and generous guidance of Barbara Whitfield and Donald Brennan, we have the pleasure of this blog forum. Loving thanks to you both. Comments may be left by clicking the "Leave Comments Here" link below each post.

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Thursday, September 16

For Sunday, September 19th, 2010

Hello all, in our spiritual lives we understand the lessons of the ancients, that our enemies are our teachers by the pointing out of our weaknesses. They help us demonstrate where we hold anger, revenge, elitism, self-rightousness, and other human frailties. The process of self-review which we embark upon when confronted with our own inadequacies is a great gift. In all of the known universe humans alone have this ability for self-reflection, for self-recognition, and the subsequent redirection of intentions.
 
This process is played out more slowly, and less often, in the worldly, political arena. Issues of money, the influence of and desire for power, the lure of fame, grasping for re-election, and maintenance of a public image, these are only some of the obstacles faced by those who would be leaders and those who would serve the greater public good.
 
Strong influences to be sure, and the stakes are high. May it be that we sit for the upliftment of those who encounter such difficulties in their lives. May they find inner strength, spiritual guidance, and the contentment that accompanies the highest matters of the heart.
 
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