Getting to the source of reality

The joy of meditation is that it allows you to dive under the surface of the world, and experience the substance that makes it seem so real. You might ask, “Why do you say that it is something else that makes the world seem real? Isn’t it self evident that the world is real?”

Yes, at any moment when you experience the world it appears to be real. But you would have to agree that the world is constantly changing. Houses are built and houses are destroyed. The animals and people are born, grow, get old and die. The stock market is going up and down.

Not only is the world changing, but the one who seems to perceive the world changes too. For instance, your mind and senses are changing. They are sometimes sharp, sometimes dull, and sometimes in a completely different world like a day dream. But for all of this change the feeling of reality stays the same, doesn't it?

But pain seems very real
But you might object, “If I hit you in the head you will feel it and say: “Ouch!” doesn’t that prove that the world is real?” Yes, but if you hit me in the head in last night’s dream I would also say ouch. When the pain finally disappeared though, reality wouldn’t disappear, would it? And furthermore if you hit me hard enough, the world would disappear completely. But I wonder, “Would reality disappear along with the world?” This is what you can find out directly by your meditation.

The world changes, but what about reality?
Despite all of the changes that you see, the sense of reality doesn’t seem to change. This intuition comes from a very deep source. If in your meditation you can fathom the depths of reality you will find an answer that holds in old age, disease and death. It will hold no matter what the state of your body and mind; it does not depend on the situations that you find yourself in either.

Reality comes from what you are
Here is a hint that will help: Reality comes from what you are, not from what you see. If you can find the meaning of these words you will find yourself sitting in reality without the least possibility of separation. So good luck with your meditations and in your search for that which supports the whole universe.

Question everything
Here I always encourage questions. People take too much for granted about the world, their body, mind, and their nature. Questioning encourages you to take a fresh look. Looking afresh, once again life becomes fresh and a real adventure. Without changing a thing, everyday experiences become completely new. If you need help with your questions you can write me at 
michael@light-up-your-life.com.

Please join us
Every Tuesday we hold a meeting here in our house in Los Gatos California. All too often it is only my wife and I that attend. But we still have a wonderful time. If you find yourself in this area and would like to attend here is a link where you can find more information

www.light-up-your-life.com/talks.html

Other resources available to you
If you need a more basic understanding of this Self-Knowledge or if you just want support for your practice, go to www.light-up-your-life.com and read down the main column. Also check out the different links that we provide as resources. They can help you to sharpen the focus of your meditation practice.

Another resource that we offer is the book, Making Your Wisdom Come Alive, a step by step guide taking you from your everyday experience to the highest wisdom and truth. To find out more, click on the link below:

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You have my best wishes,

Michael Gluckman