Thinking Process
As we are progressing on the path to the more stable states of mind - the most challenging part would be, undeniably, controlling the thinking process. Without it, or better to say with lesser insights into the nature of thinking, mind will behave like an autonomous mechanism, leaving us desperate and, often, in a negative states. Selecting the thoughts that are working for us and not against, is almost same as selecting the right clothes, people or making the productive, right choices in our lives. Not all thoughts need to be paid attention to, what can help is developing awareness and mindfulness. Simplicity of being is to observe the rising thought and hold the attention on it, just looking at it, with almost childlike innocence. Simply understating that this thought form isn’t who I AM, as there’s a deeper seer in us that can acknowledge the appearance and disappearance of any thought, emotion or association and therefore, its not who I AM. Be still.
Techniques that might help with developing stillness in the mind, in my opinion should integrate the concepts of the every day life of the business owner, busy city life person, as only few of us have the privilege to be living at the feet of the living master. Manifesting the life that we want is purely the reflection of the thinking process, projected onto the life with love, gratitude, humility, adoration of our true nature - the spiritual heart, the awareness centre.
Make time for a meditation. Developing positive habits that are going to build the “spiritual muscle” which are necessary and imperative to reach the goal - stability in all spheres of life, physical, mental, spiritual. I would recommend a simple meditation, watching your breathing. Find a comfortable place, dim the lights, sit and allow yourself to not be in a rush, relax, watch the breaths, by focusing the attention in the middle of the chest. No need to do anything, what needs to be done - is undoing of all mental activities that has been going on during the day, not involving your mind to wander in the stories of the “projected past, or the uncertainty of the future” and simply be in a relaxed state. Easier said than done! Embodying stillness. So HAM. I AM That. Breath in - So, breath out - HAM. This mantra is extremely powerful, I AM THAT, which is beyond the mind, pure awareness. Morning time before sun rise, is the best time for the practicing it and sitting in silence, so when you start your daily activity, the state of tranquility will transfer onto it. The more you do it, the more your mind drops into the stillness, the better quality of life will slowly manifest itself..!
Reading spiritual literature. Being in the Satsang, sharing with the beings, who are progressing more on the path and eager to help others. Understanding the scriptures, in a meditative mode, clears doubts, enriches one’s souls, gives meaning to life, brings the mind into the state of “not knowing” the original state, the most desired state - natural Happiness. Whatever your religion or spiritual inclination is, there’s always something that elevates your spirit, fills your heart with love and devotion, so by giving it more of your time and energy, you will result in growing and deepening consciously. The universe will mirror back to you by manifesting an ideal circumstances for your spirit, body and mind to flourish. My prayer has always been: May All Beings in All the Universes Be Happy and Free! Remember, what your company is - that you will become. If your goal is to become a mindful being with a soft and a loving heart, who knows himself, elevates others, serves the Creation, practice with an open heart and see for yourself.
Singing mantras. On of the most powerful mantras in the world is Gayatri Mantra. This mantra has a tremendous protection power, it will guide you to be more in sync with the path of wisdom, it will give the mind clarity, it will enable higher intellectual energies, connecting you to the higher self. I personally use this mantra on any occasion if it feels my body/mind is in need of protection. Use some time to practice mantras and be steady on your evolution path.
I would say for those who are not on a spiritual path, singing mantras are similar to the positive affirmations. What is more important, is your training of the thinking process, becoming more aware and returning back to stillness. All roads lead to Rome. All spiritual practices lead to realisation of the Self. Om Namah Shivaya!
