Life’s energy is never static. It is as shifting, fluid, changing as the weather. How we relate to this dynamic flow of energy is important. We can learn to relax with it, recognizing it as our basic ground, as a natural part of life; Or the feeling of uncertainty, of nothing to hold on to, can cause us to panic, and instantly a chain reaction begins.We panic, we get hooked, and then our habits take over and we act in a very predictable way.
Pema Chodron, Taking the Leap
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Such a good reminder of “how to be”…evocative photo…still lake; yes
Makes so much sense. And yet all these things are so hard to put into practice! 😊
I love the way Pema speaks, and this teaching has helped me a lot. The more I practice relaxing with uncertainty, going beyond tolerance to acceptance, the more relaxed, effective, and fully alive I am.
I have been a huge fan of Pema Chodron for decades! Her books have helped me tremendously as I face the obstacles of life. Thank you for this post!