Subtle Mind

My mind is a busy mess most of the time. Thoughts about what I have to get done, what I have done, did I get it all done, was it right .... And of course there are the random thoughts, such as do I smell toast or some other strange thought. So with all that going on in my mind I thought that it would be just about impossible to create a still mind. I have just finish my subtle mind exercise and to my great surprise found a still mind. Of course this would come and go, so I would concentrate on my breathing again. At times I felt like my body was wondering what to do, almost anticipating some thought to react to. The exercise was must better for me than the loving kindness exercise. With loving kindness I felt like I must think, who am I imaging or who is suffering. This exercise I could just relax and concentrate on my breathing. I did find that I was done before the recording was done. Afterwards I felt a sense of calm but yet I was energized. Having a spiritual wellness I am able to have physical and mental wellness. These all work together to create a sense of calm, peace and wellness. I have seen this beginning to emerge during the weeks of this class and it is a great feeling.