AHIMSA MOMENT

A meditation or affirmation for the process of learning:

Setting an Intention of Ahimsa (non-violence)

In this moment, and for this moment, I will be colored by ahimsa.

In this moment, I will adopt an attitude of patience for the process of learning, a way of speaking to myself that is gentle and encouraging, a way of hearing what is said and seeing what is before me, that is freed from judgments or opinions.

In this moment, I will endeavor to remain aware of my pre-existing ideas and perceptions and release my expectations, so that I can learn to recognize what is real and important.
I will, in this moment, remind myself that the process of connecting lovingly with others can begin by letting go of the idea of ‘me’ and ‘you,’ and choosing instead to live without artificial barriers.

I acknowledge that when I can let go of agendas and needs, I can offer to myself, a more peaceful existence. When I am in this place, I can genuinely offer to others, my compassion and love.

At times this is difficult. But I only need to conquer THIS moment.

So, in this moment, I am ahimsa. Come and be with me.