I have been teaching that mindfulness
might just as well be called “heartfulness.”
In the practice we witness
our own body, heart & mind.
We observe our thoughts & feelings
& so come to know ourselves deeply.
And in this process we befriend
our body, heart & mind also.
We embrace thoughts & feelings
& come to love ourselves more fully.
Human beings are able
to use their minds to think.
But minds can also see.
My mind can cling to a belief.
Or I can see what is.
Human beings are able to
use their hearts to emote.
But hearts can also feel.
My heart can cling to a desire.
Or I can feel what is.
Our mind is a light
meant to show us the Way.
Our heart is a love
linking us to other beings.