Came back from Australia for more than 3 months.
When I came back, brought back a relatively serene and calm mind (relative to before departure), after 3 months back in the very hectic lifestyle and work requirements in Singapore, I think the remaining residue of that serene and calm energy now all but dissipated ha-ha =P
Since coming back, have missed the daily 1/2 hour sittings, weekend 2/1/2 hours sitting with Greg and company, and monthly 1 day retreats...
On reflection, without the "calm energy", mindfulness in daily life as well as awareness of my emotions have diminished resulting in being pulled around by my habitual tendencies as well as negative emotions a lot more than the "norm" in Australia.
Reflected recently on the situation.
Reflected on (1) the rare opportunity of this human life and the opportunity to practice; (2) impermanence; and (3) karma.
Re-affirmed my commitment to the dual practice of chan and pure land.
Re-affirmed my commitment to the daily practice menu set out in August, (1) renewing my vows; (2) reciting Amituofo through the ten-recitation-method; (3) Illuminating silence through short sittings; (4) paying attention to my negative emotions; and (5) to take pauses during my everyday living.
May all of us continue to enjoy our practice and be well and happy.
Amituofo. =)
