The Opposite of Meditation is Not Action It's Reaction

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August 5, 2020 a project of ServiceSpace Stillness is our most intense mode of action. It is in our moments of deep quiet that is born every idea, emotion, and drive which we eventually honor with the name of action. - Leonard Bernstein - The Opposite of Meditation is Not Action It's Reaction "It seems like our society is at a low point in terms of how we talk about challenging, controversial topics within our political discourse and even our spiritual reflections. I believe the only way through this polarization is a re-appreciation for silence. Silence has a life of its own. It is not just that which is around words and underneath images and events. It is a being in itself to which we can relate and become intimately familiar." Richard Rohr shares more in this short reflection. { read more } Be The Change For more inspiration, join this Saturday's Awakin Call with Rev. Paulette Pipe on "Touching the Inner Stillness." More details and RSVP info here. { more } COMMENT | RATE               Related Good News Guide to Well-Being During Coronavirus Being Resilient During Coronavirus This is Me at 68: Elders Reflect During Crisis How to Strengthen Your Inner Shield To Keep Company With Oneself On Being Alone Mary Oliver: Instructions for Living A Life 5 Core Practices for More Meaningful Conversations DailyGood is a volunteer-run initiative that delivers "good news" to 246,931 subscribers. There are many ways to help. To unsubscribe, click here. Other ServiceSpace projects include: KindSpring  //  KarmaTube  //  Conversations  //  Awakin  //  More