Overthinking and thinking are two completely different functions: one originates from the mind, the other from the intellect. The mind and intellect are the two faculties that drive your personality.
Really enjoyed this post. May I offer an observation? I find that "non-attachment" is a more useful term for me than "detachment." For me, "detachment" means cutting-off or repressing. Whereas "non-attachment" means experiencing but not clinging. Letting go, not being stuck in a rut or endless loop.
Also to be aware as you have taught - two things are going on with our thinking, the mind and the intellect, one is ruled by our emotions the other with guidance, to understand the nature of the two & how they work, Calm or Chaos!
Yes. Teachers need to know the distinction of mind and Intellect. Unfortunately it is not known, and we are whe we are. Students are sadly graduating with only half their human potential.
This is more than true meredith and impacts the emerging adult in so many different ways moving forwards in how to function & have quality of a good life. Teachers need to be taught first!
Beautifully said. I like the point of reading wise and inspiring works. There’s nothing like a nice dose of stoicism or mysticism to straighten out my thinking with some clarity. The “detachment “ piece feels very Buddhist to me, and I like that too. Anyway! Peace and coffee ☕️
Reading great works and contemplating on then is called Gnana Yoga. There’s nothing quite like it. From what I’ve read Buddha learnt Vedanta — that’s why there’s a connection
Really enjoyed this post. May I offer an observation? I find that "non-attachment" is a more useful term for me than "detachment." For me, "detachment" means cutting-off or repressing. Whereas "non-attachment" means experiencing but not clinging. Letting go, not being stuck in a rut or endless loop.
You most certainly may make that observation. I often use non-attachment instead of detachment for the very same reason you mentioned. Thank you.
I found this post very interesting in it's perspective.
For me, when my thoughts become scattered, I focusI on the one thing I know is absolute truth.
For me that is God.
It gives my brain the reboot it needs to return to clarity. ❤️💥
Yes. That’s perfect.
i love the article meredith and then the four steps to "Gain Clarity" for one to practice, thankyou:_)
Thank you Amilia 🙏
Nice article. How I wish thinking clearly was actually taught!
Absolutely. Schools the world over need to teach how to gain clarity. But, alas, one needs clarity to be able to teach it.
Also to be aware as you have taught - two things are going on with our thinking, the mind and the intellect, one is ruled by our emotions the other with guidance, to understand the nature of the two & how they work, Calm or Chaos!
Yes. Teachers need to know the distinction of mind and Intellect. Unfortunately it is not known, and we are whe we are. Students are sadly graduating with only half their human potential.
This is more than true meredith and impacts the emerging adult in so many different ways moving forwards in how to function & have quality of a good life. Teachers need to be taught first!
Believe me, i have tried to get into a teacher training program but have only been welcomed with closed doors!
Yes - but instead, they should be opening the Doors!
Beautifully said. I like the point of reading wise and inspiring works. There’s nothing like a nice dose of stoicism or mysticism to straighten out my thinking with some clarity. The “detachment “ piece feels very Buddhist to me, and I like that too. Anyway! Peace and coffee ☕️
Reading great works and contemplating on then is called Gnana Yoga. There’s nothing quite like it. From what I’ve read Buddha learnt Vedanta — that’s why there’s a connection
Well. That makes sense!
A truly gray reflection 🙏
Define "gray"
Sorry, I meant “great”
That’s beautiful. My first Vedanta text was Bhaja Govindam.
Love the chariot metaphor 🙏