Satya- truth
When considering what my fourth and final inquiry would be, I must admit that I wanted to return to a few I had already practiced.....and practice some more. However, our assignment was to pick a new one each week and since I am the student, not the teacher, I shall be an obedient one or at least try. I will continue to informally address Santosha/contentment and have much to say about my discoveries so stay tuned. In the meantime I shall explore Satya, or commitment to the truth. I have attached the link once again if you wish to gain a better understanding of the Yamas/Niyamas as related to the Eightfold Path.
On the surface, this was the last one I thought I would choose for an inquiry as I consider myself to be a pretty open and honest person, straightforward and truthful and not one for gossip or caddy talk. When I looked a bit deeper at the definition given in the readings, I did find the area of Satya in which I struggle and thus, that will be the basis of my inquiry. Here is an excerpt from the above link that best represents the challenges of my truth, my Satya:
"Probably the hardest form of this practice is being true to our own heart and inner destiny. Confusion and mistrust of our inner values can make it difficult to know the nature of our heart's desire, but even when we become clear enough to recognize what truth means for us, we may lack the courage and conviction to live our truth. Following what we know to be essential for our growth may mean leaving unhealthy relationships or jobs and taking risks that jeopardize our own comfortable position. It may mean making choices that are not supported by consensual reality or ratified by the outer culture. The truth is rarely convenient. One way we can know we are living the truth is that while our choices may not be easy, at the end of the day we feel at peace with ourselves." Healthy.net
I'm off to a pretty good start, if I do say so myself, having made decisions guided by my own truth for this year. But if I am being completely truthful, there are many an emotional challenge living with this conviction. I am committed, however, not only to living the truth but to realizing and accepting the lessons along the way.
Namaste.
On the surface, this was the last one I thought I would choose for an inquiry as I consider myself to be a pretty open and honest person, straightforward and truthful and not one for gossip or caddy talk. When I looked a bit deeper at the definition given in the readings, I did find the area of Satya in which I struggle and thus, that will be the basis of my inquiry. Here is an excerpt from the above link that best represents the challenges of my truth, my Satya:
"Probably the hardest form of this practice is being true to our own heart and inner destiny. Confusion and mistrust of our inner values can make it difficult to know the nature of our heart's desire, but even when we become clear enough to recognize what truth means for us, we may lack the courage and conviction to live our truth. Following what we know to be essential for our growth may mean leaving unhealthy relationships or jobs and taking risks that jeopardize our own comfortable position. It may mean making choices that are not supported by consensual reality or ratified by the outer culture. The truth is rarely convenient. One way we can know we are living the truth is that while our choices may not be easy, at the end of the day we feel at peace with ourselves." Healthy.net
I'm off to a pretty good start, if I do say so myself, having made decisions guided by my own truth for this year. But if I am being completely truthful, there are many an emotional challenge living with this conviction. I am committed, however, not only to living the truth but to realizing and accepting the lessons along the way.
Namaste.
Honey, your committment to your path is worn on your sleeve like your big heart. You are an inspiration to me. Makes me hopeful for my own spirit. Love you!!
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