Enlightenment isn’t a permanent state; it’s a fleeting, sacred moment earned through sincere effort and right action. In that heightened state, knowledge flows effortlessly, movement becomes harmonious, and the breath softens, merging seamlessly with the rhythm of the universe. The relaxation of the nervous system feels divine, and you realize that no medicine or magic is needed—just the perfection of your karma.
People who don’t understand this often laugh at it, dismissing calm and stillness as weakness. It’s because all minds are naturally restless without a practice of peace. The restless mind resists calm because it’s wired to struggle, to be on high alert. When we finally slow down and turn inward, we’re often faced with the shadows we’ve been avoiding. But to move toward enlightenment, we have to meet those shadows with breath, presence, and compassion. Create space every day to sit quietly, breathe deeply, and practice relaxation.
Character development is essential. Move energy through your body, feel your own presence, crack a smile, and express gratitude three times. There’s nothing grand to achieve—just the cultivation of self, the service to others, and the practice of non-harm. Live fully: create, move, observe, dance, and find joy in simple things—like learning to throw a punch or laughing at life’s little absurdities. Sure, there’s plenty to distract and entertain, but we must always return to the truth.
Sing your praises to the creator, whether it’s a higher power or pure consciousness, beyond symbols and words. Those who truly know rarely speak, but still, we must try to share our insights, humbly aware that our words are just echoes of something vast and infinite. Come back to the essence, to the profound simplicity of being, again and again. Relax, breathe, and let go—because all minds are restless without a practice of peace.