Simplicity of Being

What is simplicity? The word connotes different ideas and beliefs, based on one's perspective. For some, simplicity is a type of lifestyle that one seeks. To simplify. To clear all unnecessary distractions from one's life and live simply-no frills or hoopla; no extra baggage. In this complex world of technology and capitalism, that can be a daunting challenge.

I have found simplicity to be a natural outcome of my spiritual path. As I move deeper into my understanding of Truth, I have the desire to let go of the parts of my life that keep me tethered to the complexity of living. My needs have evolved, transitioning from an accumulative focus to an awareness of what is necessary to live joyfully. The lesson learned: it is not things that bring one happiness.

Simplicity has much to do with clarity, i.e. the simple truth, consequently, answers may appear in a manner in which there is an absolute quality to them. A knowing occurs that may surprise us. Not superficial responses from the intellect, as when our minds get busy 'thinking', but from a Divine place deep within us, connecting us to a Higher Intelligance. This occurs when there are less distractions to separate us from that part of ourselves.

Staying present, staying in 'the moment of now', is important when one wishes to simplify one's life. The more we engage in the memories of the past, and the creations and fantasies of the future, the less likely we are living a simplified life.

How often do our emotions become circular because of our regrets, or repetitive stories? These are charged memories, whether pleasant or not, which can break our focus on the enjoyment of where we are in that very moment. Guilt, shame, reliving the past...these are anchors that burden our simplicity.

Likewise, when we project into the future we remove ourselves from being in touch with our own presence in the 'now'. We may daydream of the 'million' we will win from the lottery and what that life will bring. Or, we visualize the day our children are grown and move out of the house, freeing us to live our lives without the added responsibility. Perhaps, we merely countdown the hours at work when we can get off the clock and have 'our own time'. Whatever our method of taking ourselves away from where we are, it creates an added complication to our lives.

Life is complicated, no one can argue that. People have multiple obligations. Children are involved in sports, dance, music, and other extracurricular classes of interest. Elderly parents need our care-our check-ups and visits. Homes need maintaining, friendships and relationships need attention, and what about our own needs! The list goes on and on.

Discernment is a wonderful tool to tweak ones awareness on the path to simplicity. What is the importance of my choices? This is a useful question. Here is another: Why do I feel I must do it all? Discernment allows us to stop and investigate the ways in which we prioritize, inquire into what drives us, and carefully examine what it is that we truly want from our lives. There is an answer which is based in ruthless truth telling. Most people do not care to look that closely. Those who do will change their lives. That is the nature of Truth.

I choose simplicity. It seems so hard to do...at first. However, along with any practice, it becomes easier, like the fine tuned instrument one is drawn to-the fingers know where to position themselves. In the same way, we start simply by asking ourselves: Is this choice going to make my life more complicated? How is this enhancing my lifestyle?

Joy comes in many forms. It is a natural desire of the soul to live joyfully. When our lives are burdened by complexity it does not support our Being. Strive for simplicity. Then, note how your life becomes more fullfilling in the most surprising ways.

Simplicity of Being

 

“It is simple,” she said.

And, I live for this Truth.

The simplicity of just Being.

 

I have stepped away from the ordinary,

Into the extraordinary.

Extraordinary ease, clarity, and spontaneity.

 

Dropping resistance, stories and diversions,

For more than a nanosecond, I have

Stepped into an altered reality,

A matrix to another world.

 

When did this secret open it’s doors and

Whisk me around the corner of mediocrity?

Who would have thought such joy was possible?

Who could have imagined such richness from life?

 

“It is simple,” she said.

Truth revealing itself:

 The simplicity of just Being.