SUFFERING: LIFE BEGINS WHERE OUR COMFORT ZONE ENDS
Why should there be suffering in life? Why can't we just go through it enjoying, without suffering? Why is there pain?
Why should it be so?
Because life, existence, is all about evolution. Look around, see the history of human evolution, see how the universe evolves, expanding. We are no exception. Life pushes us to our limits, bringing us face to face with our worse fears. Why? Because stuck in our comforts zones, we have no reason and no intention of moving forward, into unknown territory. We have no intention of facing our fears, bypassing our wants and desires, to emerge not only wiser but also more ... human, compassionate, able to love unconditionally. Besides, when is there suffering?
The real suffering is our expectations. When not fulfilled, pain arises. So drop expectations. Remain open to whatever happens. Don't have any fixed ideas and much of your suffering will disappear. Life is not about controlling, it's about being open, being present, aware, and allowing it to come.
The paradox is that life takes a new meaning, an unforgettably mellow taste, as we shift living beyond our boundaries, our mind's limits (not limitations). There, although nothing is easy, when seen through our mind's vision, everything is effortless. There the unknown, the mystery, is seen as we used to see it, or perceive it, during our very early years of innocence. Life only exists in the present moment, what happens in the next will always remain a mystery, a risk, a danger. Yet, the one living the moment does not see it that way. The risks and dangers bring each moment to life, give it thrill, colour, taste, complete meaning.
Nicos
Why should there be suffering in life? Why can't we just go through it enjoying, without suffering? Why is there pain?
Why should it be so?
Because life, existence, is all about evolution. Look around, see the history of human evolution, see how the universe evolves, expanding. We are no exception. Life pushes us to our limits, bringing us face to face with our worse fears. Why? Because stuck in our comforts zones, we have no reason and no intention of moving forward, into unknown territory. We have no intention of facing our fears, bypassing our wants and desires, to emerge not only wiser but also more ... human, compassionate, able to love unconditionally. Besides, when is there suffering?
The real suffering is our expectations. When not fulfilled, pain arises. So drop expectations. Remain open to whatever happens. Don't have any fixed ideas and much of your suffering will disappear. Life is not about controlling, it's about being open, being present, aware, and allowing it to come.
The paradox is that life takes a new meaning, an unforgettably mellow taste, as we shift living beyond our boundaries, our mind's limits (not limitations). There, although nothing is easy, when seen through our mind's vision, everything is effortless. There the unknown, the mystery, is seen as we used to see it, or perceive it, during our very early years of innocence. Life only exists in the present moment, what happens in the next will always remain a mystery, a risk, a danger. Yet, the one living the moment does not see it that way. The risks and dangers bring each moment to life, give it thrill, colour, taste, complete meaning.
Nicos
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