Henry Miller once asked, "Why then do we not give ourselves -- recklessly, abundantly, completely? If we realized we were part of an endless process, that we had neither to lose nor to gain, but only to live it out, would we behave as we do?"
Reflecting and taking responsibility for our past thoughts, words and actions, “repentance,” is the first step in cultivating a new life. Like the adage says, “the first step in changing anything is recognizing there is a problem.”
Modern psychology and neuroscience again find evidence of contemplative meditation practices supporting wellness. This is a great article how our shodaigyo meditation practice trains our mental "happiness" muscles: Concentration/Calming, Clarity/Insight, Friendliness/Loving Kindness, and Equanimity! We can’t “think” our way to happiness, but we can train ourselves to be happy!
