The Void - Achieving Self-mastery & overcoming difficulties(Kung Fu Panda)

Dear All,

According to some official research, nearly half of all adults in the UK feel stressed everyday or every few days.

 In a separate finding,  one of the most common reasons for stress is being in a situation where we have no control over the outcome.

Apparently, bosses are less stressed out than the people who report to them at work.

The fact is, we can each be our own boss, even if only in our head. This small shift can make a big difference to how we cope with stress.

So here's how to be your own boss.

When you sit down for meditation, with the left palm open on the lap towards the photograph, place the right palm over the stomach to cover the large green circle shown in the subtle system image above.

This large green circle is called 'The Void' or 'Bhavasagara', meaning 'The Ocean of illusion' . The Void represents our state of balance and self-mastery.

By placing our hand here, vibrations are directed to this area which helps to settle it. It can be helped by repeating the affirmation: 'I am my own master'.

Then go into thoughtless awareness for a few minutes.

The archetype of the Void is embodied in the principal of the 'primordial master' , three examples of this being in the lives of Socrates, Laozi and Confucius.

Perhaps as a result of the influence of Laozi and Confucius, the concept of 'Master' is quite strong in Chinese culture, particularly in the tradition of martial arts.

A great illustration being this 4 minute scene from the animated movie Kung Fu Panda. While watching it remember that within yourself you embody both Kung Fu Panda as well as 'Sifu' (master) who is training and testing him.

See you on Tuesday.

Regards