In recent times the concept of "being " has often been used , heard or discussed in various forms. References to " be " like nature , we are all conscious, eternal " beings" are oft referenced to. I have come to enjoy the many readings and discourses on this topic.
What is it to " be" ? Is it a state of calmness ? a state of stillness? or deep rooted-ness? Perhaps.
If i were to compare it to the world outside my window, nothing seems still or necessarily calm, consistently. I notice tiny blades of grass rustle, leaves dancing to the tune of a breeze or trees swaying to the gust of the wind. I see the changing colors of the sky, moving clouds, furry critters moving around and birds adorning the branches and skies. Is " being" adaptability? To take things as it comes? Perhaps. Perhaps it is acceptance of perpetual change. Why else is there such beauty in a tree? A full bloom of leaves, flowers and fruits , it adorns itself over time with rich colors, only to drop it off one at a time, to stand tall , bent or fallen, bare and dry. And just like that it begins the process all over again marveling at the sprout of 1 leaf on it's branch. Amazing! Humbling!. Ah!To live life like a tree.
The sight of a standing bare tree is quite spectacular- It seems like the branches are actually roots growing into the universe connecting itself to the universal energy. Connected in both directions and always growing - in faith and universal expansion and love. Yes to " be" deep rooted, yet growing and energizing the self to the beat of the universal heartbeat -perhaps that is to "be"
A blade of grass stands tall next to a towering tree. Creepers bend along the strong trunk of the tree that supports it. No matter the height, the width, the strength of the plants - everyone co exist, supporting each other, accepting each others' unique form, allowing room for one another to fall, to lay against. No clamor for rising higher nor posts to proclaim achievement of surviving a storm or seeing the magnificence of the sky , sun and the moon in their glorious forms. Simple acceptance, tolerance and the ability to bow down where needed- no questions asked - no justifications sought.To " be " inter connected and accepting, yet unique - perhaps that is the lesson.
Trees give shade and protect many from the furies of the natural elements. Fruits and flowers drop away -fallen to the ground - or into the hands of those who wish to receive. Clouds protect us from the scorching heat of the sun and also cool down the earth with rain drops -sometimes gently, sometimes in heavy downpour. Even as they fall, trees give themselves up to warm homes and hearts. To "be" giving -without expectation. Give because you can. Perhaps that is why we have two hands -receive with one and give with the other. As simple as a breath in and a breath out
BE-ing can be any of these, all of these and so much more. The question is : Will you choose to" be" or not to " be"?
Such a wonderful introspectiv piece.. The answers lie in the questions :))
ReplyDeleteA thought/premise that I have landed on going through these introspective cycles myself - The so-called "calm" we (humans and everything in nature) seek is not necessarily inaction.. it is alignment with our true nature.. It's the equilibrium one carries even through the most rigorous action (if that is part of one's true nature).. That's why when you look out in nature, there is action. Everything in nature being true to what it really is...Fire wont stop scorching, rain will be wet, earth would be destroyed if it stood still on its axis.. They're able to be what they are without subjecting themselves to thoughts of what was or what could be.. :)) it's truly fascinating.