The Heart Is Your Best B.S. Detector
I just wrote a post over at Oprah.com for those studying A New Earth, by Eckhart Tolle. (gotta love it!) I thought I’d duplicate it here, and also over at the 12 Keys to Bliss course for our own private forum of folks studying this book. If you’re having difficulty getting your head around any concept in any setting, try this:
"…I teach Eckhart’s philosophy in my courses and use it in my coaching program… Occasionally my students and/or clients have similar difficulties understanding these concepts. It really helps to remember that you have an immense resource and BS-detector in your physical body. While being a component of the overall pain-body for some people (it sure has been for me), it is also a wonderful truth-teller.
Research from the Hearthmath Institute in Boulder Creek California (www.heartmath.org) has shown there to be a huge correlation between the heart, emotions and your effectiveness in the world. When your heart is "in congruence" (or "agrees with") what you want to do, you’ll feel good about the thing and it usually turns out that was the best thing for you to have done.
Ever gone against that feeling? When you feel uneasy about doing something or hanging out with someone and the situation turns out badly? When you said "I wish I’d listened to my gut instincts on that one"? That’s your heart, telling you what’s true. Ignore its advice at your risk. The heart always knows best and unlike the tongue (who will say anything), will never lie to you. The body as a whole is innately truthful.
So how does that relate to this class? Simple. Try out just one of the new concepts you’re reading. Put your hand over your heart. Take a deep breath in and out and ask yourself "Is this true/right/good for me?". Pay attention to how your heart feels, to what it tells you. Really, deeply listen to your heart, and feel with that hand that covers it. Listen not only with your ears, but with your whole body.
How does your heart feel as you contemplate this new concept? To start out with, is it broadly speaking "good", "bad" or "neutral"? Once you have a large direction to look in, you can seek refinement in your heart’s messages to you if you like.
One thing - your heart’s messages to you may not be "correct for all". They are messages meant only for you. But they will always be true for you, and always be in your best interest.
Hoping folks find this helpful….
Love & Blessings,
Maryam
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