Emphasized Mind

zConcept · January 31, 2005, 07:07:29

Imagine a deep rooted problem so sinister it does not show its true nature and yet we are so consumed by it even though rationally we know it is undesirable, if only on a basic level.

Through deep inner reflection and meditation and coming to certain conclusions about how emotions and emotionally charged thoughts affect the mind. Depending on what you are thinking or feeling at any given time, they do seem to play a part in how you perceive the world and how you feel internally.

After countless hours of impartially observing and determining how these emotions affect my mind, what triggers them and how to deal with them. It has become almost second nature. Realizing that it is more beneficial to "not get wrapped up" in negative thoughts and emotions such as: frustration, anger, sadness, fear... I have noticed that it feels better to dodge these thoughts, feelings and memories as they happen.

Instead of becoming engrossed in them only to feel worse, it seems much better to impartially observe them and let them pass because it feels much better when you don't let them take hold of you and change your outlook to that of a negative one. It is this indescribable feeling of good that has been my chief motivating force and why I pursue it with such vigilance.

After a month or so of constant practice through out my everyday life it has become more automatic in the sense that I no longer have to consciously decide whether or not to experience the good or the bad. Knowing how it is more beneficial for me to not let these emotions and thoughts affect me in a negative way has made me a much more enjoyable person.

"We create our reality" has to mean something, after all, how we think and feel is a large part of how we understand and view the world. Positively or negatively you choose, you decide it is completely up to you how you use this information. Simply put, you decide how you feel at any given moment in time. Take responsibility and choose the better way.

I hope many of you find this information beneficial and wish you all luck on your journeys.

Please post and questions or comments and I would be happy to reply.

CaCoDeMoN · January 31, 2005, 14:26:36

I've noticed the same thing. I learned to control thoughts and emotions through Vipassana meditation.

Naiad780 · February 02, 2005, 20:45:07

I am learning that same thing right now. You have to stop and realize that whether or not you dwell on the negativity, the world does not change. Whether or not we are in a rage or let the feeling pass and return to a calm state, the world is just as it is, and that should tell us something.

halfphased · February 03, 2005, 02:01:36

Yes, I have also learned how to do this through Vipassana (which I must say that if all you want to do is energy work then vipassana meditation seems more useful than NEW)
but as for seeing the nature of how the mind reacts Vipassana has done wonders.

Naiad780 · February 03, 2005, 13:34:47

Quote from: halfphasedYes, I have also learned how to do this through Vipassana (which I must say that if all you want to do is energy work then vipassana meditation seems more useful than NEW)
but as for seeing the nature of how the mind reacts Vipassana has done wonders.

What do you do in Vipassana meditation? All I know is that it's about observing thoughts and letting them go.

halfphased · February 04, 2005, 01:26:41

QuoteWhat do you do in Vipassana meditation? All I know is that it's about observing thoughts and letting them go.

It depends on who is teaching it. But at the base of it is that everything we experience is experienced by / on the body as a sensation. Vipassana meditation consists of observing the sensations on your body. In doing so, you see that these sensations are always changing. It makes you aware of what "you" are made up of -- mainly an ever changing compination of energy / particles. The theory is that if you respond negatively to a situation it is because you have trained your mind to dislike the sensation on the body that occurs when you are in that situation.
(I'm starting to realize that there is a heck of a lot that I would need to type to give a full description of Vipassana. I have only scratched the surface and left out much.)
So by observing these sensations for what they are you start to realize there is no reason to cling to them or be adverse to them, because they are constantly changing and will pass. You become more equanimous. Another part of the theory is that if you stop reacting to the current sensations, then you allow all of the old repressed responses come to the surface and by observing those without reacting to them you start to purify your mind to its very core. (Again, there is surely more to it, but this is the abridged gist of it

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In the form I learned you scan your body from head to toe observing all the senations that popped up. For me the meditation was very similar to energy awareness meditations that help you see the energy that your body is made up of and helps to remove any blocked areas. (Of course, this was never mentioned when I learned it. It is only a conclusion that I drew)

Naiad780 · February 04, 2005, 11:50:11

Thanks! There are some Vipassana meditation groups around here and I was curious about what they do. Perhaps I'll check one out.

You · February 13, 2005, 16:01:24

What do we become if all who we are is controlled thoughts?

I think some parts we should control, but other parts we must let loose, the chaos provides mystery.

CaCoDeMoN · February 14, 2005, 17:19:06

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I think some parts we should control, but other parts we must let loose, the chaos provides mystery.

I think that consciously choosing who we are is also extremely enjoyable. I've reached this point and it's fun!

You · February 15, 2005, 12:40:46

Ah, but you are limited in that you can't consciously choose to become ANYTHING.

After all, who does the choosing?

CaCoDeMoN · February 16, 2005, 15:20:54

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Ah, but you are limited in that you can't consciously choose to become ANYTHING.

After all, who does the choosing?

For the most of time I do the choosing, and when I am occupied by other things, my ego chooses who I am automatically.
What do you mean by "choosing to become ANYTHING"?

Qaz_Azaran · February 16, 2005, 17:45:31

I think he's saying that you can't consciously choose to be a can of tuna fish, for example.

And if you can, I really need you to teach me how.

CaCoDeMoN · February 17, 2005, 16:29:32

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I think he's saying that you can't consciously choose to be a can of tuna fish, for example.

And if you can, I really need you to teach me how.

I've heard that demons may have such kind of knowledge. I'll have to ask them when I will be more advanced....

knucklebrain1970 · February 17, 2005, 21:32:51

So what's up with the Vipassana meditation. Any info available on it? Is it free or something you have to purchase to learn? I'm doing the higher balance stuff right now. Seems promising.
Kevin

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