Taking The Path With Heart
 My 66-day Journey of Healing Through Writing and Sharing - Authenticity - Healing

Taking The Path With Heart

I was inspired by “A Path with Heart” is a book written by Jack Kornfield, a renowned Buddhist teacher, psychologist, and author. The book talks of the importance of bringing compassion, mindfulness, and authenticity to the spiritual path. These are all part of the principles I’m trying to follow in my life.

We must make certain that our path is connected to our heart…When we ask, “Am I following a path with heart?” we discover that no one can define for us exactly what our path should be…If we are still and listen deeply, even for a moment, we will know if we are following a path with heart.

Jack Kornfield

Taking The Path With Heart

We all encounter days when we’re not at our best, making it tough to feel a sense of love for the world and its inhabitants. But even during these challenging times, we still have to make crucial choices and decisions. There are moments when fear guides our actions rather than love. We unintentionally hurt someone, struggle to be authentic with our emotions, or let doubt derail our commitments. In these times, we start to stray away from our intended path, and experience negativity, and a loss of confidence.

As I’ve discovered, living a life with heart involves aligning my actions and choices with my core values, passions, and authentic self. It often requires self-awareness, introspection, and the courage to make choices that resonate with my true desires.

In areas of my life, where I feel unhappy or not motivated, I remember to ask myself why I am being unture to myself.

In my experience, being on a path with heart signifies a life filled with purpose and contentment. It brings about a deep sense of well-being and fulfillment. I experience a natural flow in my activities, feeling connected not only to others but also to the world around. There’s a profound sense of being in the right place at the right time, as events align to support my journey.

I highly recommend that you take the path with heart.

This is Day 54  of My 66-day Journey of Healing Through Writing and Sharing.


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Corinne Rodrigues, a writer, coach, and blogger from Secunderabad, India, shares insights on life, creativity, and wellness through her blogs Everyday Gyaan and The Frangipani Creative.