The path to Tranquility (summer)
80. Sincerely entrusting ourselves to the universe
In the vast universe, we are all tiny existences, and sometimes feel lonely,
stressed and anxious. In order to connect with each other in a calm state of
mind and realize the value of life, we need to entrust ourselves to the
universe. The universe is not only the outer stars and space, but also
includes the inner spiritual world. We can regard it as an omnipotent, huge
and conscious entity. Sincerely entrusting ourselves to the universe means
the awakening of our souls to the realization that we are part of the
universe. We integrate our individual consciousness into the universe
and find our inner belonging. Therefore, by listening to our inner voice and
following the guidance of our consciousness, we can gain the strength,
courage and wisdom, get out of the lost path of life, and realize this
entrusting.
Beyond scientific research, prayer is one of the simplest and most meaningful ways we can entrust ourselves to the universe. In the process of effective prayer, we start with sensibility, through dialogue with our own hearts, and finally return to a home of rational beliefs. This home is the universe, and we can safely entrust ourselves to this eternal home. Because in the endless space and time of the universe, we not only have one life, but countless lives. And the scattered souls will also be reunited. This belief stems from our inner yearning for the truth, goodness and beauty of the universe, so only sincere prayer can produce the feeling of going home.
When we pray, we need to be aware that ritual may dilute the effectiveness of prayer because it may trap us in habits and affect our sincerity. For example, some prayer ceremonies include offerings of flowers. Flowers are part of the universe, and using them as offerings would show disrespect for the universe. Moreover, offering flowers as a sign of respect is essentially a form of pleasing rather than sincerity. Therefore, the more numerous and solemn the prayer rituals, the harder it is for us to entrust ourselves to the universe through it.
The purpose of prayer is to integrate individual consciousness into the universe and realize the entrusting. Therefore, the important thing about sincere prayer is not ritual, but focusing on having a deep, honest dialogue with our own hearts, making us more aware of our true needs. We can freely express these needs to the universe and let the universe decide, but it is more important to listen to our own hearts. This keeps us conscious of our prayers. We should trust the universe wholeheartedly instead of trying to please the universe with offerings to satisfy our desires. Maybe we pray for wealth or health, but no matter what we pray for, what our hearts are really praying for is eternity in life. This is because all lives have the same mission and value and yearn for survival. Therefore, when we pray sincerely, we pray not only for ourselves, but also for other lives. This kind of prayer that respects the universe is the correct way for us to sincerely entrust ourselves to the universe.
By sincerely praying and entrusting ourselves to the universe, we can not only accept and obey life, but also have our wishes come true. We feel empowered when we understand that we are part of the universe and supported by the whole. For example, when we pray for things to go well, we will feel that the universe has the best arrangements, so we will no longer be afraid, but will try our best to do things well. At the same time, we also know that the world does not lack material things, and if we learn enough knowledge and turn it into what we need, life will be rich. The most important thing is that we know that although life is short, as long as we use our consciousness to break the shackles of instinct and habits, we will eventually return to the eternal embrace of the universe. As a result, we feel immensely relaxed and comforted, and our hearts of love and gratitude are awakened, and transform our desires into giving.
When we awaken and our hearts are filled with joy and contentment, we no longer need to ask for anything in prayer. But we feel the kindness of the universe and so we turn to gratitude. However, we no longer need special places or rituals, because everywhere we go is an atmosphere created by our vitality, and it can be a holy place to express gratitude. We remain conscious, focused on everything in life, and express our gratitude to the universe by loving ourselves and loving others. For example, we only do things that are beneficial to the body and mind, and take care of ourselves, our families, and even other beings to extend the kindness of the universe. When we are immersed in life, study or work and live in the moment, we can become one with the universe. Gratitude is therefore an important sign of our success in entrusting ourselves to the universe.
In such an atmosphere, we will find that life is blooming everywhere and praising the universe. We will also find that there is light everywhere, which is the illumination from the overall consciousness of the universe. We will also realize that life is a phenomenon that embodies the essence of the universe and will continue forever. These discoveries and understandings show that we are truly grateful and allow us to fully awaken. As an encouragement and reward for our growth, our lives will be full of fragrance and sweetness. In fact, gratitude can not only make the body healthier, but also make interpersonal relationships more harmonious, making us feel that we have a happy life.
True gratitude can not only improve our lives, but also allow us to have a deeper understanding of the universe and feel that we are under the blessing of the universe. The universe gives us consciousness and makes us the guardian of life, which means that everyone will protect life together. This gives us enough security to settle into our daily lives and focus on our creativity. With a peaceful mind, we are more powerful and able to create a more perfect self to receive more abundant gifts from the universe. We will also repay our kindness, respect all life, and create a better environment for life. This is how we entrust ourselves to the universe.
This entrusting is the wisdom and art of life. As long as we have reliance on nature and life, we will protect nature and coexist peacefully with other life. By having reliance on reason and consciousness, our actions will not go against the interests of life. In this way, we can fulfill the entrusting. We build strong connections with others, giving us full senses of reliance in work, family, or intimate relationships. Whenever we encounter difficulties or obstacles, we can also support each other and develop deeper affection in adversity. This gives our life poetic and picturesque and makes us feel love, romantic and free.
It can be seen that sincerely entrusting ourselves to the universe is not a passive waiting and acceptance, but an active participation. Because we understand our true needs, we actively participate in the evolution of life, safeguard the interests of life at all times, and lead our sensibility with reason. We use our lives to feel, our hearts to experience, and our wisdom to create a beautiful life. The reason why this kind of entrusting is effective is that it can increase our consciousness and allow us to better control our life.
Although we are small, as long as we entrust ourselves to the universe, we will have something to rely on. In life, we can turn this entrusting into a belief. For example, we can believe that our consciousness can be resurrected in the endless space and time of the universe. In this way we will have more hope and more motivation to grow. When we sincerely entrust ourselves to the universe, we can better understand the relationship between ourselves and the universe and realize the value of life. Let us sincerely entrust ourselves to the universe and enjoy the endless grace of the universe.
79. Creating a better tomorrow with actions
81. Fully aware of the power of words
