I just finished the Buddhist nun Pema Chödrön’s book The Wisdom of No Escape and the Path of Loving-Kindness. I have been hearing about Chödrön for the last few years, and so when the book fell into my hands, I knew I was meant to read it. So glad I did. It’s based on talks she gave to participants at a 30-day meditation retreat in Nova Scotia at Gampo Abbey. In Chapter 6, “Joy,” she writes about a fellow nun who came to the abbey to teach a meditation retreat and how it was a revelation because the visiting Sister emphasized joy. Chödrön writes:
I copied three paragraphs into my journal -- I needed to read these things and be reminded and I wanted to capture for when I need to read and be reminded again. I love reading your thoughts. yes yes yes. <3
And Pema is so special to me. She's from the same buddhist lineage that I am a part of. If you ever wanna meditate hit me up. Something special happens during group meditation -- we could have meditation and then singing supper. (or not! just a thought.).
Gosh this is so timely for me, thank you. Lately I’ve been battling why I write and perform music because the majority of the time I feel like it’s more painful than fun. But I’ve been trying to rediscover the joy. I like your approaches here… I hope it continues to be more and more joyous for you! I’ll keep you posted if I discover any secrets. 😉
I copied three paragraphs into my journal -- I needed to read these things and be reminded and I wanted to capture for when I need to read and be reminded again. I love reading your thoughts. yes yes yes. <3
And Pema is so special to me. She's from the same buddhist lineage that I am a part of. If you ever wanna meditate hit me up. Something special happens during group meditation -- we could have meditation and then singing supper. (or not! just a thought.).
Gosh this is so timely for me, thank you. Lately I’ve been battling why I write and perform music because the majority of the time I feel like it’s more painful than fun. But I’ve been trying to rediscover the joy. I like your approaches here… I hope it continues to be more and more joyous for you! I’ll keep you posted if I discover any secrets. 😉