http://www.themeditationroom.com.au/blog A blog about Buddha, Meditation and Compassion Fri, 07 Jan 2011 03:24:05 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en What would the world be like if we all were able to function from a constant state of equanimity?  Here are the definitions of Equanimity as found on Wikipedia: Equanimity is a state of mental or emotional stability or composure arising from a deep awareness and acceptance of the ... http://www.themeditationroom.com.au/blog/2011/27/uncategorized/equanimity/ I had the opportunity to read this grounding, insightful article and am grateful for its guidance to a more connected path.  It is entitled 'The Allure of Narcissistic Spirituality' written by Rabbi Allan Lurie and appeared in Huffington Post on 6 January 2011. http://www.themeditationroom.com.au/blog/2011/25/uncategorized/the-allure-of-narcissistic-spirituality/ I am absolutely disgusted what the newspapers did with regards to the Vanessa Robinson case. Its hideous! How dare those journalists assume that she killed the kids without proper investigating it! However, I have to take some consideration as they would not write this crap if it wouldnt be in ... http://www.themeditationroom.com.au/blog/2010/17/compassion/latest-compassion-crisis/ The Best Day: Today The Greatest Sin: Fear The Best Gift: Forgiveness The Meaning Feeling: Jealousy The Greatest Need: Common Sense The Most Expensive Indulgence: Hate The Greatest Troublemaker: Talking too much The Greatest Teacher: One Who Makes You Want To Learn The Cleverest Person: One Who Does What They Think Is Right The Worst Bankrupt: The Soul That ... http://www.themeditationroom.com.au/blog/2009/15/teachings/shantijis-wisdom/ By Jill Koenig I recently spent some time in Door County, Wisconsin on a little relaxing weekend getaway. On my last day there, I set out with a girlfriend to explore Peninsula State Park, a beautiful nature preserve located on a bluff high above the waters of Green Bay. As we went through the park, we ... http://www.themeditationroom.com.au/blog/2009/11/stories/ten-lessons-i-learned-while-climbing-to-the-top/