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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Friday, April 27

For Sunday April 29th, 2018

Hello to everyone, the Dalai Lama says that at their core negative thoughts come from a combination of a self-centered attitude and a failure to see reality clearly. Knowing this does not make negative thoughts immediately disappear, but it does give us pause to consider.

By looking within a self-centered attitude is the easiest to perceive. From outright selfishness to express concerns of our own well-being; these are human frailties which we all share.

What does it take to see reality more clearly? We typically take reality at face value, as it appears to be to us. Yet we know that our own viewpoint is limited by our personal experiences, which are not the only valid experiences available. Further, the Buddhist teachings of selflessness and emptiness lead us far beyond the realms of physical experiences.

May we sit this Sunday for the release of self-concern, for clarity of sight, and for the openness of mind that may well allow the entry of wisdom and altruism.

Thank you all,

Richard
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