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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Sunday, November 7

For Sunday November 7th, 2021

Hello to all, our patience may be tested as we watch the world struggle through the transition from a reliance on external power (money, politics, military) to the acknowledgement of the authenticity of the heart. But have heart, people are basically good.

Speaking in generalities, those who do horrid things to others are most often driven to it. Drugs, environment, peer pressure, cultural influences can all direct a smiling child into a difficult adult. But during a natural catastrophe, or even a personal assault, the instinctive responses of those who come to help show the truth of humankind – we are made in the image of something good.

May we sit this evening for the faith to trust in our natural goodness. May we calm our minds that we may hear when assistance comes. May we see the turmoil of the world in the terms of 'growing pains' with loving patience – and be of service when we can.

Thank you all,

Richard

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