Light of Mindfulness | Fiveblossomgathering

The light of mindfulness

Healthy mind, healthy body. We hear this said time and time again. How do we lose clarity and mindfulness?

Take for example the image of fly paper. That sticky gluey strip we hang to catch flies on a hot summer night. When the mind is continually held with stress and strife, we cannot relax or release ourselves. We fixate on little problems and create an energetic likeness to that gluey fly paper strip. So common is this we consider it of a usual reality. When the mind is exercised like this, the gluey strip as an image seemingly protects yet, it becomes a mind loop. Actually, with time this becomes an old imprint that hangs in a dark reality and we lose mindfulness.

The mind is naturally fluid when in a state without concern. Take the light of consciousness as experienced in the light of night. If you look upon the stars you see before you a representation of light. If you have no association with physics and/or no association with star systems, all you see is patterns of light. Your mind likely will remain still in observation, unwavering and perhaps considered open. If you have experience and knowledge of astrology or physics, you will have a complex series of thoughts that move you through associations. This distinction of thought process may be called mindfulness.

The light of mindfulness is not commonly spoken of within the body of health systems. When introduced in physical practice we learn the art of observation and build presence through experience, supporting a movement of energy. Those inspired will learn basic tools and skills that enhance awareness and support wholeness. Practices like Chi Kung and Tai Chi help develop the light of mindfulness. Considered foundational practice they ask nothing more than awareness. Simple and easy postures enhance energy and motion, students develop the practice of observation as awareness expands with the movement of energy. Consistent application helps release stress in the bodymind. When the body is safely held in posture the system in health will grow with mindfulness.

In the traditions of old, Chi Kung and Tai Chi presented a premise that observation, compassionate care and mindfulness were foundational for health. These basic practices are simple and appropriate for care and remediation of all issue in health. Sensitivity and presence support care on all levels.