This photo is truly unique as it captures the concept of duality. It was taken yesterday from a helicopter above the Big Island of Hawaii, my home for the last two plus years. In the foreground, you see our largest mountain Mauna Kea, peaceful and chilling with snowfall on it. In the background, you see our second biggest mountain Mauna Loa, raging with lava flowing out of it.
What duality exists within you? Are you more likely to erupt on any given day, or chill and be conscious? 95% of human suffering occurs from our thoughts. The difference between what is happening on the Big Island and in your mind, is that you have a choice. You can allow yourself to be led by the rage provided by your Ego or you can become the Observer of all your thoughts (good or bad), and be calm while awakened.
The greatest gift you can give yourself in 2023 is to gain the wisdom of countermeasures to reduce the pain and suffering from your thoughts. I hope this inspires you to add this, in some way, to your New Years Resoltuons List.
