I find myself inspired to write about self acceptance and the inherent unconditional love that comes from fully embracing who we are. It is in our moments of struggle that we need to remember this the most—and when we find it the hardest to do! It is not surprising then, that I so often refer people to Chapter 13, Embracing Who We Are in my book, The Five Wisdom Energies. Here is the gist:
When energy becomes heightened we need a very powerful tool—the tool of unconditional loving-kindness, maitri which allows us to be who we are unreservedly…Maitri is having an unconditional friendliness toward ourselves. Accepting ourselves as we are, in both our sanity and our confusion, is the key to opening our heart. It allows us to be in the present moment just as it is, without trying to cling to it or push it away.
Accepting ourselves fully is what stops our struggle. It allows us to appreciate ourselves and our world despite the obstacles. Only when we love ourselves in this unconditional way can we also love others. Only when we love ourselves can we be lovable. Maitri has a soft quality that is open, kind, relaxed, warm, and inclusive. It allows us to be who we are and let all our colors shine. We breathe easily.
In the following posts, we can look more fully at this very powerful word: maitri.
As Trungpa Rinpoche always said, “Good luck, sweetheart.”
Comments 28
Hi there it’s me, I am also visiting this web page on a regular basis, this site is really pleasant and the users are really sharing. Excellent info, Many thanks.
Hi Cyndy,
Great to hear that you are visiting the site and sorry to be so late in responding. I was teaching in Hungary and then my father was hospitalized. I am back in action now. We are planning more updates to the site so do stay posted.
Best wishes,
Irini
Having read this I believed it was extremely informative. I appreciate you spending some time and effort to put this short article together. I once again find myself spending a lot of time both reading and commenting. But so what, it was still worthwhile!
Great to hear from you, Frank.
We are planning more updates to the site so do stay posted.
All good wishes,
Irini
Great to hear from you, Frank.
Stay posted as we make some changes.
All good wishes,
Irini
Hi there, after reading this remarkable paragraph i am also glad to share my experience here with colleagues.
Hello Malcolm,
So glad that you found this entry helpful. Self-acceptance and loving kindness go a long way. I would be happy to hear what you have to share.
Irini
I think this article is very helpful for people,it has solved my problem,thanks!
Glad to hear your problem, for the time being, is solved!!
Stay tuned as we add more to this subject.
Best wishes,
Irini
I was recommended this blog by my cousin. I am not sure whether this post is written by him as nobody else know such detailed about my difficulty. You are amazing! Thanks!
Hi Reva,
Being seen by someone else is very helpful, so glad I could be there for you.
Let’s continue to engage around this topic.
Warmly,
Irini
great issues altogether, you simply won a whole new reader.
What might you suggest when it comes to your publish that you made several days ago?
Any certain?
Hi Rana,
Glad you like the post. I am not sure what your question is.
Warmly,
Irini
Hmm is anyone else experiencing problems with the images on this blog loading?
I’m trying to figure out if its a problem on my end or if it’s the blog.
Any feedback would be greatly appreciated.
Hi Jana,
Sorry for the inconvenience. There does not seem to be a problem with the blog. Try opening the post at a time when there might be less activity on the internet and so you have more bandwidth.
Irini
Author
It generally has to do with how much bandwidth is available to you. Try going to a place that has good bandwidth.
Author
Hi and thank you for your comments. I am a new blogger so will take what you say into account. Stay with me!
I just like the valuable info you provide on the articles.
I will bookmark your weblog and check again here frequently.
I am somewhat certain I’ll learn a lot of new stuff right here!
Best of luck for the following!
Author
Thanks for connecting!
Excellent post. I’m working with some of these issues as well..
To start with I would like to say wonderful blog!
I needed a simple question which I’d love
to ask should you not mind. I had been curious to discover the method that you center yourself
and clear your mind before writing. I’ve had a tricky time clearing my thoughts in obtaining my ideas out.
I actually do enjoy writing however it just may seem like the very first 10 to 15 minutes are usually wasted simply just trying to figure out how
to begin. Any ideas or tips? Thanks!
Author
The best way to center yourself is to do mindfulness practice. Take a look at the mindfulness videos. I will be posting more!
Thank you for this blog
Just looked today and love it.
Will be coming back soon.
Love
Author
So glad you have landed on my blog page!
Further, even as we come to accept our shadow side we can still maintain voluntary control over how these parts of us are expressed–that is, in ways that can ensure safety both to ourselves and others. For as long as we’ve been able to re-connect to our deepest, truest self, we’ll be coming from a place of love and caring. As such, it really isn’t
What’s Taking place i’m new to this, I stumbled upon this I have discovered It absolutely helpful and it has helped me out loads.
I am hoping to contribute & assist other users like its helped me.
Great job.
Author
Thanks! Just getting back into posting. Just did 2 today.
j01AZz This excellent website really has all the info I needed concerning this subject and didn at know who to ask.