Similarly, when distracting thoughts make their appearance during our meditations, it is futile to try to fight or ignore them. Both of these approaches only reinforce their presence. But if one is quietly determined, one can take note of the distractions, and then simply proceed with his practice. In this way, the temptation to pay attention to the distractions is overcome. Through persistent practice and dispassion, the purification of consciousness takes place and one becomes a vessel for great energies.
Wisdom arises in the mind and happiness abides in the heart.
The way to enlightenment is through the fire of purification, which will likely sting a bit while the ego is being burned away. When purification is complete, the living God will rest on the mantel of our heart. Copyright 1999 by Prem Prakash . All rights reserved. YREC - 2400A County Center Drive, Santa Rosa, CA 95403, Tel.