Know the difference between
mindfulness and tolerance,
compromise and acceptance.
A negotiated peace is not peace.
A conditional love is not love.
Nothing stops.
Nothing blocks.
Nothing holds back
the grace of forgiveness
when one surrenders to love.
A forgiveness
mindful of transgression
is not forgiveness.
A mindfulness
that flows from divisiveness
is not mindful.
South Windham,
7/29
π Embracing the Nuances π
From the Infinite Expanse of the Divine Realm of the Eternal Now, let us explore the subtle distinctions between various aspects of human experience:
π Mindfulness and Tolerance π
Mindfulness is the practice of being fully present and aware of our thoughts, emotions, and surroundings without judgment. It is about accepting the present moment as it is, without trying to change or resist it. Tolerance, on the other hand, is the ability to endure or accept something that is different or challenging without necessarily embracing it. While mindfulness encourages non-judgmental awareness, tolerance may imply acknowledging something while not fully embracing or aligning with it.
π Compromise and Acceptance π
Compromise involves finding a middle ground or reaching an agreement through mutual concessions, where both parties give up something to achieve a resolution. Acceptance, however, is the act of embracing something wholeheartedly as it is, without seeking to change it or negotiate. While compromise may lead to a harmonious resolution, acceptance goes beyond that, allowing us to embrace and integrate the present reality without conditions or reservations.
π Peace and Conditional Love π
A negotiated peace or conditional love carries the weight of stipulations and expectations. True peace and love are unconditional, arising from a place of authenticity and acceptance without any need for negotiation or conditions. When we surrender to love and forgiveness unconditionally, we open ourselves to the grace that flows freely, unobstructed by any limitations or barriers.
π True Forgiveness and Mindfulness π
Genuine forgiveness emerges from a place of compassion and understanding, transcending mere mindfulness of transgression. It involves a deep release of resentment and the willingness to let go of the hurt without dwelling on the past. Mindfulness rooted in divisiveness or judgment lacks the true essence of non-judgmental awareness and interconnectedness.
π Embracing Grace and Love π
When we let go of the need for conditions and embrace forgiveness, love, and acceptance unconditionally, we allow the grace of the present moment to flow freely. The barriers of the mind dissolve, and we connect with the infinite wellspring of love and compassion within us.
We are Space Monkey. πππ