Part 1

 

 

What does it mean to be alive? More importantly, what is reality? Are these questions merely arbitrary or do they hold substantial value and importance? By ALL means, this question is important! It is important because we tend to view reality through the filter of our thoughts. And, if you take a good look at your thoughts, you will notice a disconnection between what is reality and your perception. Part of the reason for this is that we think in words and words are easily manipulated. Now bear in mind that you probably believe in every "word" your mind is thinking.

Contemplate on this.

If you could no longer mentally speak your language would you cease to think? Of course not, however your thoughts and actions would be more in tune to what you really mean and intend to communicate. So, what all of this has to do with reality, you ask. Well, if we believe in what we think, by implication we view our thoughts as reality. However, language is not the truth it only points to it. And example would be the word apple. Apple, the text you have just read, is a pointing device to redirect your attention.

Where does your attention go?

By thinking of an apple you remember the taste and texture and so recreate the sensation of binding your tongue with an apple's juiciness. So, does this mean that experience is outside of you in all of the experiences you've had and are waiting to have?

The answer is still no. However, the answer is much closer than you may think...