Mindful Consuming - by Thich Nhat Nanh
In modern life, people think that their body belongs to them and they can do anything they want to it. When they make such a determination, the law supports them. This is one of the manifestations of individualism. But, according to the teachings of emptiness, non-self, and interbeing, your body is not yours alone. It also belongs to your ancestors, your parents, future generations, and all other living beings. Everything, even the trees and clouds, has come together to bring about the presence of your body. Keeping your body healthy is the best way to express your gratitude to the whole cosmos, to all ancestors, and also not to betray future generations. If you are healthy, everyone can benefit from it. When you are able to get out of the shell of your small self, you will see that you are interrelated to everyone and everything, that your every act is linked with the whole of humankind and the whole cosmos. To keep yourself healthy in body and mind is to be kind to all beings.
January 16, 2007 at 4:04 pm
This approach is certanly working for you! I also believe in the inter-connectedness of everyone and everything, but I have never thought of it in terms of health before. Interesting…
January 17, 2007 at 1:48 pm
I totally agree with you. I we stuck to more of the principles of societies which we call primitive we would have less problems in the world today. Respect for self, others and the environment, would not lead to global warming, and other such ills.
January 19, 2007 at 8:13 pm
Wow i hope someday i can get leaned out like you,your waistline is inspiring.
January 21, 2007 at 10:18 pm
dude, you are looking amazing, you waist is perfect, and you are proportional, great job!
January 26, 2007 at 1:26 pm
You’re what girls WISH Wilder Valderama looked like with his shirt off. Impressive.
April 9, 2007 at 11:41 am
Your blog is exellent. You should post more often. Totally agree with you about everything and everyone being connected.
April 17, 2007 at 10:37 am
YOU ARE SO INSPIRING!!! AND YOU LOOK AMAZING!!!