silence

We become like that with which we associate. Just take a look at teen behavior to see the truth of this statement.

When we associate with silence, or stillness if you prefer, we become like silence: non-judgmental, forgiving, vast, and peaceful.

In my view the highest form of spiritual practice is to sit in silence without expectation. When we sit regularly in silence and take what we get from each session we become like silence. We, without effort, lose our fears, guilt, and loneliness. This is because silence knows nothing of these dreams.

Regular silent meditation will teach you that nothing can trouble you but your own imagination, and that, at the root, you are silence itself.

bob