We need to feel joy in all we do, not just in a certain part of the day. We are wasting most of our time with joyless and useless tasks when we should be focusing on happiness and creation. We need to create a world of Joy. That takes effort because we have all gotten lost in negativity. Can we put that aside and concentrate on joy instead? We can practise feeling joy just like meditation or eating or sleeping. It is an important ingredient in our lives. Stop and feel it at various points in the day and remember it when a dark moment comes. Joy will rule if we allow it to come in.
-Coreen Morsink, March 5, 2017
Over the last year I have been working on music which is based on meditation and mindfulness. This is a collection of compositions and improvisations which I have called listen to the silence. Thank you for listening!
https://coreenmorsink.bandcamp.com/album/listen-to-the-silence
I think this clock just about sums it up…NOW!
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https://soundcloud.com/thichnhathanh/four-qualities-of-happiness
This is one lecture by Thich Nhat Hanh which has helped me greatly. I’ve tried it by myself and with classes of 6 and 7 year olds and it is of great benefit. The imagery is simple- a flower, a mountain, still water and space but the meaning is very beautiful.
Since I have been doing exercises like this one, I have been finding myself much more calm and happy in everything I do. When I do tasks which I felt were terribly boring in the past, I concentrate on just being at that moment; being alive and free. It doesn’t really matter what you are doing (sweeping the floor or watering the plants) but it should be done at the present moment, without concern of the past or future.
The Path by Coreen Morsink, March 21, 2015
A meditational writing after contemplating talks and writings by Thich Nhat Hanh
No one has a road which is too difficult for them to follow. We all choose a road according to our heart. The path may be challenging and stretch our talents but it is never beyond our grasp and capabilities.
Our troubles start when we try to take a path that is not meant for us to follow. We may gain temporary wealth or satisfaction from that detour, but it will not lead to happiness unless it was our intended path directed by the heart and soul. Your heart will light the way. Follow the path laid out by your soul.
