‘Unless the mind, body and spirit are equally developed and fully integrated, no [wisdom]…can be sustained. This is why extremist religions and ideologies do not bear fruit.
‘When the mind and spirit are forced into unnatural austerities or adherence to external dogmas, the body grows sick and weak and becomes a traitor to the whole being.
‘When the body is emphasized to the exclusion of the mind and spirit, they become like trapped snakes: frantic, explosive, poisonous to one’s person.
All such imbalances inevitably lead to exhaustion and expiration of the life force.’
—Hua Hu Ching
True wisdom is not a fragment; it is the harmony of mind, body, and spirit. When one dominates, the others falter, and suffering arises.
Which part of your being feels neglected? Consider what small act today - now - could nurture it and reorient you towards balance. Even the smallest steps toward harmony are like seeds that, in time, produce profound healing.
May we tend to our garden and see its fruit,
Simeon
Quote of the Week
“There is no need for temples, no need for complicated philosophy. Our own brain, our own heart is our temple; the philosophy is kindness.”
— Dalai Lama
To Find Your Light - Seek Your Shadow
Carl Jung’s teachings reveal how engaging with our shadow—the hidden parts of ourselves—is essential for maintaining psychic harmony. My new video outlines Jung’s three-step method to achieve wholeness, offering practical insights into resolving inner conflict and cultivating through compassion - for oneself and others.
Suggested Reading
The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai Lama & Desmond Tutu
Can joy bloom amidst life’s chaos? In an inspiring dialogue between the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu, these two spiritual giants share timeless insights into cultivating happiness, resilience, and compassion. With humor and humility, they remind us that joy is not something we find—it is something we create.