Are you paying attention to me, Feet say to Mind.
Mind abruptly stops its chatter momentarily to say
I know you are there. Of course I know.
Feet respond that they would like to feel mind’s presence.
Mind says there are many important things
for me to think, to remember, to plan.
You are so clever, thinking highly of yourself
and the endless seductive ideas that pop
on and off of your screen, says Feet.
Please offer me your full attention
and together we will walk in freedom,
free from illusions and ignorance,
free to truly love and feel loved
free to fully embrace and enjoy
the miracle of walking in beauty
on this precious planet
at this very wonderful moment.
Helped by mindful breath’s calming
Mind smiles while letting go of its thinking
and experiences the miracle
of being alive
walking with Feet.
being present for the gift ~d nelson
Walking Meditation
Take my hand.
We will walk.
We will only walk.
We will enjoy our walk
without thinking of arriving anywhere.
Walk peacefully.
Walk happily.
Our walk is a peace walk.
Our walk is a happiness walk.
Then we learn
that there is no peace walk;
that peace is the walk;
that there is no happiness walk;
that happiness is the walk.
We walk for ourselves.
We walk for everyone
always hand in hand.
Walk and touch peace every moment.
Walk and touch happiness every moment.
Each step brings a fresh breeze.
Each step makes a flower bloom under our feet.
Kiss the Earth with your feet.
Print on Earth your love and happiness.
Earth will be safe
when we feel in us enough safety.
from:Ā Call Me by My True Names: The Collected Poems of Thich Nhat Hanh
Before me, behind me, above me, below me, and within me. My being is an expression of beauty. Beauty is the walk. I intend to remind myself of this today, as I walk in nature, and as I breathe and think and feel and speak and do. Thank you for sharing this beautiful song and words. Smiles! š
And it’s not simply the mind connecting with the feet. The mind more often ought to consider the joy and value in connecting with each of the senses. Such a walk, then, could become a sensory potpourri. Lovely words and encouragement, David.
I think I need just that… except that when I’m poised to reach a destination, I could only afford to be half-aware. My mind is buzzing with reading signs and streets š¦ So much for becoming a ‘foreigner.’
Hehee for the feet talking to the mind. š Mine will walk to the sea to gaze at the Supermoon in the evening (Scandinavian time). Thanks again for a delicious post altogether.
Beautiful, humble, wise and refreshing. There is such loving, gentle humour in having a conversation with feet, for they do talk, as does everyone and everything around us…trick is to listen. Soothing and smile inducing…thank you! Hugs, Harula xxx
You beautifully describe my several walks a week, along a dirt road through cattle pasture looking out to the Great Plains as I go, to the Rockies as I come back. Mind has learned to love this journey with Feet and our Inner Master as a constant companion.
Thank you so much for this lovely post, for the video with its amazing imagery and music, and Thay’s poem about walking meditation. This is wonderful. And also thank you for stopping by to like my blog on Meditation in the Garden. May you be happy, may you be healthy, may you be safe, may you be at ease. Hugs, Sunny
As usual, this is an inspirational post, Eric. The times I have allowed myself to meditate have been my most creative moments. I also have begun to pamper my feet more. Thank you for sharing.
Walking meditation is so delicious; magical even.
I have difficulty walking because of neuropathy. This really speaks to me (and my feet)…
thank you Tom!
wishing you gentle, healing steps š
all the world
is their playground š
thanks for your magical words!
Nice. I think we all ought to listen to feet more. And back (as we get older!). ‘-}
thank you for your supportive words!
yes, the body is talking š
Thank you
Thanks for this profound reminder.
you’re welcome!
thanks for your kind words š
I love your conversation with your feet. What a kind gentle way to invite it to join in instead of trying to force it to stop. Sweet.
Alison
xox
thank you Alison
for your kind words!
my feet appreciate being listened to
from time to time š
Beautiful indeed. Thank you for sharing this moving moment of connection š
thank you Val!
feet are still happy
for the attention š
Inspiring and making me get up and take that walk this morning…. My ridge top looks quite like yours. š
thank you for your kind words!
happy knowing of your beautiful place
to walk gently š
Before me, behind me, above me, below me, and within me. My being is an expression of beauty. Beauty is the walk. I intend to remind myself of this today, as I walk in nature, and as I breathe and think and feel and speak and do. Thank you for sharing this beautiful song and words. Smiles! š
makes me happy
knowing that is supports
your inner beauty, eM š
And it’s not simply the mind connecting with the feet. The mind more often ought to consider the joy and value in connecting with each of the senses. Such a walk, then, could become a sensory potpourri. Lovely words and encouragement, David.
thank you Eric for the supportive words!
my feet thank you
from the bottom
of their soles š
Beautiful. The perfect message at the prefect time. Thank you.
i’m happy you like the video!
may your mindful steps
bring joy to you
and the world š
I think I need just that… except that when I’m poised to reach a destination, I could only afford to be half-aware. My mind is buzzing with reading signs and streets š¦ So much for becoming a ‘foreigner.’
thank you for your kind words!
best wishes on your peaceful steps š
Hehee for the feet talking to the mind. š Mine will walk to the sea to gaze at the Supermoon in the evening (Scandinavian time). Thanks again for a delicious post altogether.
thank you for kindly sharing your feet’s wonderful destination!
may they walk in beauty š
Oh wonderful! So precious to watch it! Best wishes, dear David! Will write a personal email soon. Smiles, Nic š
thank you for your kind words, Nic!
knowing you are there, and well
makes me happy š
Beautiful. I needed this reminder to listen to my feet!
There is so much wisdom in everything you write. Your words and videos help me to pause and return to peace!:)
i’m happy you find some wisdom
in the words of my feet, Karen š
may you continue
walking in beauty š
Beautiful, humble, wise and refreshing. There is such loving, gentle humour in having a conversation with feet, for they do talk, as does everyone and everything around us…trick is to listen. Soothing and smile inducing…thank you! Hugs, Harula xxx
i smile to your kindness, Harula!
my feet thank you from the bottom of their soles š
You beautifully describe my several walks a week, along a dirt road through cattle pasture looking out to the Great Plains as I go, to the Rockies as I come back. Mind has learned to love this journey with Feet and our Inner Master as a constant companion.
thank you for your kind comment!
wishing you continued steps
in peace, joy and insight š
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Walk in beauty!!
one mindful breath
at a time š
Thank you so much for this lovely post, for the video with its amazing imagery and music, and Thay’s poem about walking meditation. This is wonderful. And also thank you for stopping by to like my blog on Meditation in the Garden. May you be happy, may you be healthy, may you be safe, may you be at ease. Hugs, Sunny
thank you for kindly sharing your joy of walking peacefully, Sunny!
May you continue blogging and walking
in happiness š
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As usual, this is an inspirational post, Eric. The times I have allowed myself to meditate have been my most creative moments. I also have begun to pamper my feet more. Thank you for sharing.
Thay is just the embodiment of Love and Peace- everything he says goes straight to the heart.
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When possible, try barefoot walking meditation, without insulating yourself from being grounded to the Earth with non-conductive footwear.
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thank you for kindly sharing, hippocratesnaturesdisciple š
I loved the way it was expressed š. Ur most welcome.
perfection~
thank you for being so kind, cindy!
wishing you joyful steps š