Forsiden
06.08.2020 16:21
I would like to quote this line of William Wordsworth, what I found amusing is how the poem echoes the faith in nature. The poem ´the tables turned´ emphasizes how one can attain knowledge in the circle of nature. The poet says that if you are looking for a path to get to the deeper meaning of life and is in search of wisdom.
- William Wordsworth
Guru Purnima is celebrated on the full moon day (Purnima) after the summer solstice marking the birth anniversary of Ved Vyas every year. Guru Purnima is dedicated to the enlightened spiritual masters (gurus), may it be your parents, teachers, and a friend. Guru or the teacher is the individuals who guide us to the ultimate truth that we are seeking in life. Symbolically, this day is considered the very auspicious day to begin spiritual lessons by showing gratitude to your teacher.
In Sanskrit, ´gu´means darkness or ignorance, and 'ru' denote the remover of that darkness. Guru Purnima is celebrated on full moon day, as the moon symbolizes the light evading the darkness during the night. Ideally, the day is celebrated thanking the guru/teacher, he one who frees us of ignorance´. Nature is man's teacher, teaching us how to maintain a balanced life, to think clearly and scientifically, help us to connect spiritually and achieve our goals in life.
On this auspicious day, this year I would like to pen down a few words on how nature is constantly guiding me to be patient and observe the things which I can not control. One can ideally learn a lot from nature provided what you are looking for. Be it the transition, we see throughout the year, or how the sun rises every day after the long dark night. Nature nurtures her creations and also distracts them mercilessly to nurture again. I would like to inculcate this attitude of enhancing a sense of spiritual connection towards my goal or even my work.
Personally, spending hours outside be it walking or just in nature has been my constant niche when I seek solitude. It helps me to bring another perspective and in maintaining a balanced life. What I have learned so far is to not overcome joy or succumb to our sorrows and fears. And let go of thoughts that import suffering, usher my senses to be present and observe. Take a break and smell the flowers, watch the buzzing and butterflies fluttering, daydream or do whatever makes you feel happy.
In the video, I made it a point to show what we are made of, what we can learn from nature, and use our skills to inspire the minds.
Change is inevitable; the sooner we embrace this, the better it is for us. Let us not get anxious about what is next and work on being present and enjoy the moment. Live life, love, be strong and confident, laugh obnoxiously and be excited about things that inspire your creativity. Practice observing things that cannot be controlled, be still, and close your eyes. Look within yourself, feel the warmness, feel the sunshine and the wind. Listen deeply, take a deep breath, and surrender to nature!