Finding Inner Peace: The Unstruck Bell Meditation on Happy Mind
By focusing on the sound of an unstruck bell, you are creating stillness in your mind. Out of stillness, wisdom and knowing can arise when you create this spaciousness in your consciousness.
Ever wondered what it truly means to 'follow your heart'? In this episode of 'Happy Mind: Meditations from the Ancient World to Modernity', the host delves into the timeless metaphor of the heart as a bridge to our higher selves. This concept spans across major spiritual traditions, from Hindu and Buddhist tantric teachings to the Koran and the Bible. But it's not about the physical heart.
It's about an energetic bridge called the Anahata or Fourth Chakra, also known as Qalb in the Koran and Lebab in the Bible. This bridge connects our higher and lower selves, guiding us to wisdom and intuition. The episode introduces the Unstruck Bell meditation, a practice that helps you find stillness and connect with your heart-bridge. By focusing on the sound of an unstruck bell, you can silence your emotions and still your thoughts, allowing your heart's wisdom to emerge.
The host gently guides you through this meditation, encouraging you to notice the sounds around you and the silence between them. This practice cultivates inner peace and spaciousness in your consciousness. Perfect for anyone looking to deepen their meditation practice, this episode offers a powerful tool for achieving a sense of inner calm. Whether you're new to meditation or a seasoned practitioner, the Unstruck Bell meditation provides a unique approach to connecting with your inner self.
So sit back, relax, and let the sound of the unstruck bell guide you to a place of stillness and wisdom.