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Dragon of Inscrutability – Part 4 of Four–Series
Buddhism, Art Robert Althouse Buddhism, Art Robert Althouse

Dragon of Inscrutability – Part 4 of Four–Series

Inscrutability is an expression of confidence. You are settled within your experience so you have no hesitation or fear. You can be noncommittal, yet follow through. You don't have to spell everything out because you can be with uncertainty. Truth arises from the situation. You don't need any confirmation so you also don't have to be the center of attention. You are not in any great rush, so you can begin with the basics. You are not calculating according to some idea of gain or loss. You work with the situation, bearing witness to whatever arises, and doing so with sympathy and compassion for those around you. This unconditional confidence comes from giving and extending yourself and overcoming timidity.

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If Only We’re Brave Enough To Be It
Psychology, Hula, Meditation, Mindfulness June Tanoue Psychology, Hula, Meditation, Mindfulness June Tanoue

If Only We’re Brave Enough To Be It

When a storm comes and confusion or strong emotions arises we lose our way. With practice we have the presence of mind to pause and reflect. We dance asking Kaiona for help, for insight to point out the pathway. We practice patience through sitting or dancing and we find that we are the flower most fragrant right before a storm. We sense a deep stirring of courage and love within. We see that our sparkle, our light, has always been here, and we have always been it.

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