Looking Vs Observing

Photo (c) Harish Davda

(c) Harish Davda

Photo (c) Harish Davda

People often believe that looking is same as observing. It isn't.
When we look at something, a river, a mountain, people, etc,
we are coming from our egoic mind or ego with judgements,
assumptions, ideas, thoughts, interpretations and much more.

When we observe, without engaging our mind and thoughts,
we are coming from our being, essence or consciousness.
We are in the present, in the now, and feeling the presence of what
we are observing. And we are in our presence.

Decisions based on what we see may not be complete. Often we have
a vested interest, the ego is calling all the shots, for a personal gain,
even if it is to 'show off' or communicating how clever we are.
It is not a good way to connect with other people. They will sense our
ulterior motive designed by the ego.

There is nothing wrong about the mind. We have to decide
when is a good time to engage it. It is brilliant at solving problems.
At the same time, it is brilliant at creating problems.
For example, when we take a position about something
to prove others wrong or act in anger to cause suffering
for self and others.

Observing when in a relationship helps to create a bond.
We then create a deeper relationship. Perhaps become soul mates!
Observing when at work stops 'ego games' and waste of time.
The real contribution from our authenticity can then be possible,
to create an environment of peace, love and growing together.

(c) Harish Davda 2020
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My power: affirmations for 7 energy centres

Image: (c) Harish Davda 2020.

The following words are based on the 7 chakras or energy points which we all have in our body and are influenced by them. The 7th chakra is above our head and does not occupy the body.

(1 - Base chakra)
My strength come from the wisdom

And will of my ancestors

Who not only nurtured me

But also prepared me for my life

With their love and blessings.

(2 - Sacral chakra)

My strength comes from my survival instinct

And will to stand on my feet

To be creative, to produce

To be responsible

And protect myself and my family.

(3 - Solar Plexis chakra)

My strength comes from being wilful,

To be strong, courageous

And contribute to the world

Based on what I have learnt

And leave a lasting legacy.

(4- Heart chakra)

My strength comes from my heart

I care, I'm compassionate,

I'm learning to give unconditionally,

At the same time, my heart is intelligent

And helps me to listen to my inner being.

( 5 - The throat chakra)

My strength comes from my voice,

I speak with authority and authenticity

I listen attentively and without judgement

I see with my eyes and my ears

And respond purposefully.

 (6 - The third eye chakra)

My strength comes from my wisdom

Collected from this life and many more

Which let's me experience things

Beyond my mind and feelings

To bring harmony in what I do.

(7 - Crown chakra)

Finally, my strength comes from a source

Outside of this world, and universe.

I have a feeling, and I know

Why I'm here, where I'm going

And what I need to do.

Meditating on the seven energy points/chakras and using the above affirmation for each chakra is a good way of attaining strength and balance in our body and beyond.

(c) Harish Davda 2020

Instagram: @harish.davda

harish.davda@gmail.com