She held the banana with one paw and peeled it with her teeth, and then ate slowly, wagging her tail, and pausing occasionally to look back appreciatively at me. Finally, when it was all gone, she returned to the banana peel and ate that as well. We live in a culture of unparalleled material wealth, yet many take this bounty for granted and are unhappy in their lives. It is because we lack for so little that it is so important for us to cultivate sincere appreciation within our souls. If you practice meditation every day, whether it is eating, walking, or sitting, you can infuse your life with additional meaning and appreciation.
Most people eat until they are full, and then continue to eat to satisfy an emotional hunger.
Instead, eat the first small bite to satisfy your spiritual needs, continue eating to satisfy any emotional needs, and then, if there is any physical hunger left, eat to satisfy the body. All rights reserved.