To witness is never involved in the scene.
The moment you become involved in the scene, you become part of the scene.
It got me thinking...
How many times have we found ourselves getting caught up in a situation that we should have just been observing? We get so caught up in the drama, in the emotions, that we become part of the scene. We become the main character, instead of just an observer.
But what's wrong with being an observer? In fact, being an observer can be one of the most powerful positions to be in. You get to witness everything that's happening around you, or inside you, without getting caught up in the drama. You get to see things objectively, without letting your emotions cloud your judgment.
And let's be real, as humans, we love drama. We love getting caught up in it, feeling the emotions, being part of the scene. But sometimes, it's important to take a step back and just observe. To be the person who can see things clearly, without bias or emotion. Observe yourself...your thoughts...your mind.
The human mind is an incredibly powerful tool that can either work in our favour or against us. It is capable of creating wonderful things, but it can also be a source of misery and suffering. In many ways, the mind is like a traffic policeman, directing our thoughts, emotions, and actions.
However, when we try to control every thought and feeling that arises in our minds, we become exhausted and frustrated. We start to feel like we are in a constant battle with our own thoughts, trying to suppress the negative ones and cling to the positive ones.
The truth is, we have nothing to conquer in this world, apart from our minds. When we learn to let go of the need to control every thought and feeling, we can begin to experience a sense of peace and freedom.
One way to achieve this is by practicing detachment. Detachment means observing our thoughts and feelings without judgment or attachment. It means letting them come and go, like clouds passing through the sky. This is not to say that we should ignore our thoughts and feelings altogether, but rather, we should acknowledge them and let them be without getting caught up in them.
When we practice detachment, we can begin to witness our thoughts and feelings without being consumed by them. We can start to see them for what they are – passing experiences that come and go.
The practice of detachment takes time and patience, but it is well worth the effort. When we learn to detach ourselves from our thoughts and feelings, by being the observer and not the absorber, we can experience a sense of inner peace and calm. We become less reactive to external circumstances and more grounded in our own being.
So, next time you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, try taking a step back by witnessing your traffic....your mind.
You might be surprised by what you discover.
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