Opening From Heart
Posted on May 8th, 2008
by 
CuppaTee
CuppaTee
I subscribe to Tricycle Magazine's "Daily Dharma". I nearly always receive inspiration from them, but sometimes, a particular message shoots through my heart, straight and true. This evening's message was like that; it reminds me that the choices I make are decided in each moment, and that only by being open to that moment can I truly experience bliss. I choose to be open...it might be a choice I have to think about from time to time, but it's becoming easier and easier. The rewards are just too precious to ignore by closing myself off, as described in the "Daily Dharma".
Namaste'.
Right now, and in every now-moment, you are either closing or opening. You are either stressfully waiting for something--more money, security, affection--or you are living from your deep heart, opening as the entire moment, and giving what you most deeply desire to give, without waiting. If you are waiting for anything in order to live and love without holding back, then you suffer. Every moment is the most important moment of your life. No future time is better than now to let down your guard and love. Everything you do right now ripples outward and affects everyone. Your posture can shine your heart or transmit anxiety. Your breath can radiate love or muddy the room in depression. Your glance can awaken joy. Your words can inspire freedom. Your every act can open hearts and minds. Opening from heart to all, you live as a gift to all. In every moment, you are either opening or closing. Right now, you are choosing to open and give fully or you are waiting. How does your choice feel?Closed minds, closed hearts, closed...nothing can get in, and nothing can get out. Be open...allow "open" to be synonymous with "free".
--David Deida, from 365 Nirvana, Here and Now by Josh Baran
Namaste'.
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