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Subjectivity on yourself.

MirandaMiranda
edited February 2010 in Buddhism Basics
So, I was meditating last night, with the focus of breaking down any denial i have, facing "shadow energies" and just trying to understand myself and my habits. I got onto some things that, well, I didn't know were there.. it kinda blew my mind. I am glad that I have realized these things, but ashamed at the same time that I had some negative and destructive habits that I didn't realize. I'm so happy that I'm gaining the ability to look at myself subjectively.. I just wanted to see if anyone else has had a similar self-awakening :) I have to say, I'm so happy that I've found the philosophy of buddhism, and it's taken me farther than I thought I'd be able to come, even if I have a long long way to go. I notice that I'm able to see things clearer, and without pre-judgement. It also seems that since I've learned to let go of things, to stop trying to control what's happening in my life, and to stop struggling, it seems like things are going so much smoother for my family and I. Sorry to ramble and thanks for reading!! Peace.

Miranda

Comments

  • NamelessRiverNamelessRiver Veteran
    edited February 2010
    Hello Miranda.

    That's cool you are managing to change your life with Buddhism. How long have you been a buddhist and practiced meditation?
  • MirandaMiranda
    edited February 2010
    I've practiced meditation for a few years now, mainly just learning to still my mind and such. I read up alot on out of body experiences and things like that. It wasn't until about 4 months ago that I picked up a book by Depak Chopra, and it really hit home. I'd never really heard much on Buddhism before that. I've always considered myself a spiritual person, but hated the close-mindedness of religion. I was happy to find a philosophy that welcomes an open mind and spiritual growth. How long have you considered yourself a buddhist?
  • ravkesravkes Veteran
    edited February 2010
    Objectively right? lol
  • MirandaMiranda
    edited February 2010
    Yeah, that. lol
  • NamelessRiverNamelessRiver Veteran
    edited February 2010
    Hummm a few years. But I didn't care much about it during most of that time. It started growing on me recently (like 6 months or a bit more).
  • ravkesravkes Veteran
    edited February 2010
    Yeah man, being able to "be the watcher" really brings a lot of things to the surface. I'm glad more people are coming across Buddhism and Buddha's teachings. But Buddhism isn't a philosophy, it's nothing that can be named. The core teaching cannot be explained.
  • MirandaMiranda
    edited February 2010
    Nameless- That's cool. Do you have any family members that are spiritual? Just curious, I think it would be nice to have family support. Mine are pretty intolerant of outside beliefs.

    ravkes-It definitely does, it's pretty amazing. Buddha's core teachings seem so simple yet unlock some deep stuff. It's hard to put it into words. Besides, I got like 3 hours of sleep last night lol.
  • ravkesravkes Veteran
    edited February 2010
    haha yeah, it's simplicity that the mind can't grasp, quite hilarious really.
  • nibbutinibbuti
    edited February 2010
    Miranda wrote: »
    since I've learned to let go of things, to stop trying to control what's happening in my life, and to stop struggling, it seems like things are going so much smoother for my family and I.

    Hi Miranda

    That sounds great! :cool:

    Thanks for sharing your experience.

    With metta.
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