Memory and mind. Concept and Belief.
These are the connecting forces that give us the blueprint of the world. The way we move through the world is dependent on our memories, concepts and beliefs. Shaped by experiences and labels associated with these experiences.
Yesterday, I had a hard meeting. With people I care about, telling me things I knew, but did not want to hear. My vision of myself was not a shared vision. I was living in a world of self deception.
Why do we do this? I will tell myself all is well as a defense mechanism. It is a way to move forward.
After the meeting though, I see some new things about myself. My clear values system is a strength and a weakness. I write off people and tasks that I don't perceive to matter. However, these actions have consequences, people are hurt and I do not want to leave a wake of destruction in my path.
The path is clear sightedness, gentleness and openness. BUT sometimes, you need others to give you the clearest sight.
Events are events. It is how relate to them that matters.
All events are "passing memories." Pema C.
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