Meditation Day 13 – 0
Day 22.
A perfect day.
Why is it a perfect day? Waking up at 5am South African time, I feel at ease. Rested. I made no plans today and so, there is no one to see and nowhere to go. Well, I tried and nothing stuck, and that is exactly how it’s supposed to be. Thank you universe, for this day of empty beginnings.
I use the umbrella adorned with hanja to run a quick errand that turns into an hour of walking and admiring empty streets. Taking local paths instead of the popular walkway. Surprised and pleased to see local restaurants, on the other side of the main tourist attraction. I would like to try a crab restaurant(간장게장 정식), but I’m still full from last night’s shared dinner of octopus, and fried chicken from the night before.
Life is abundant. Always presenting us with infinite possibilities. Instead of filling empty shopping bags with things we’ll never use, I try to take a step back to think about what I want.
How easy is it to gain weight, not listening to the body. Feeding more than necessary. The same can be said about the mind. Feeble attempt of 12 minutes the night before, but started again, I did. The more we feed without emptying, the more congested and uncomfortable we become.
What do I like? Fresh fruits and vegetables. Wholesome meals. On my second day here, I bought a bag of Fuji apples, each fruit is the double the size of my first. It is my favorite snack, always in season. I do not desire to eat today, aside from this apple, that nourishes my body.
I continue the analysis from yesterday, in the co-living and co-working space, where I do not feel rushed to order something off the menu to pay for my time here. The joy of fixed fee per day, with access to free coffee and snacks.
Today, I enjoy the sensation of being empty. Letting the body rest from having to digest people, food and places. Enjoying the space to feel myself growing and moving on.
On this path, walking slowly, covering myself with my favorite umbrella, feeling the rain splatter and splash onto my skin. Without rushing and going at my speed. Not looking at anyone or anything, just being with myself.
To you, a perfect day of ease, I love you for giving me the space to slow down and rest.
