Exploring Advanced Mindfulness Practices for a Deeper Spiritual Journey - Abhisshek Om Chakravarty | Holistic Life Coach & Mindfulness Mentor

Advanced Mindfulness Practices: Deepening Your Journey

Namaste, dear friends. As I sat in my meditation yesterday evening, the soft glow of my diya casting gentle shadows on the wall, I was reminded of a profound conversation I had with Dr. Sanjana just yesterday. "Abhi sir," she said, her voice filled with wonder, "after years of practising mindfulness, I feel like I'm only now beginning to understand its true depth."

The Journey Beyond Basics

Her words echo the sentiments of many who have walked the path of mindfulness with me. Like young Vikram, whose questions about meditation and the brain sparked our early discussions, many practitioners reach a point where they yearn to deepen their practice.

Just last week, Rajesh, our auto-rickshaw friend whose mindful driving journey we've followed, shared something beautiful. "Sir, nowadays, when I drive, it's not just about being present. I feel a connection with everything - the road, my vehicle, even the air around me. Is this what you mean by advanced practice?"

The Three Depths of Awareness

This reminds me of what my guru once taught me about the three depths of awareness. "Like a vast ocean," he would say, "mindfulness has its a. surface, b. middle depths, and c. profound depths." Today, I want to guide you through these deeper waters of practice.

The concept of three depths of awareness first crystallized for me during my own transformative journey, much like the sacred Ganga herself - flowing from the heights of consciousness to the plains of daily life. My guruji, with his characteristic wisdom, would often compare awareness to our mighty Indian Ocean. "Beta," he would say, using that endearing term that still warms my heart, "just as the ocean has its layers, so does our consciousness."

In my decade of guiding souls through their spiritual journeys, I've seen how this understanding transforms lives. Just yesterday, while counseling a troubled teenager from Mumbai, I witnessed how this simple yet profound concept helped him understand his own mental landscape better. It reminds me of what our ancient texts teach us about the layers of consciousness - from the surface movements of the mind to the deepest sanctuary of the atman.

As we explore these depths together, remember the words of Sant Kabir:

"What you seek is seeking you."

Whether you're joining me through these pages, in my humble home office, or through our virtual sessions, let us dive deep into these waters of understanding, one gentle step at a time.

Simple breathing exercise: As you read further, take three deep breaths, imagining yourself as the ocean: vast, deep, and full of hidden treasures waiting to be discovered.

Priya, the teacher whose classroom mindfulness journey we explored earlier, recently discovered these depths in her own unique way. During our last session, she shared how her simple breathing exercises had transformed into something more profound. "Now, when I observe my breath," she explained, "I feel like I'm watching the very rhythm of life itself."

Moving Beyond Technique

Mr. Sharma, who created his peace corner at work, as we discussed in our workplace mindfulness exploration, recently made an interesting observation. "The techniques you taught me," he said during our morning session, "have become less like practices and more like natural states of being."

This is exactly what advanced mindfulness looks like. It's not about learning new techniques but about deepening our relationship with the practices we already know. Just as a musician moves beyond merely playing notes to expressing the very essence of music, we too can transcend the basic steps of mindfulness.

The Art of Subtle Awareness

Anita, whose journey with digital wellness we explored, discovered this subtlety in her own practice. "Earlier, I needed to consciously step away from my devices," she shared. "Now, I naturally sense when my mind needs space, almost like how we know we're thirsty before taking a sip of water."

Deepak, whose experience with breath awareness helped his asthma, has now found even deeper healing. In our recent family session, he revealed how his awareness has expanded beyond the breath. "The space between breaths," he said, "has become as meaningful as the breaths themselves."

Integration with Daily Life

The Verma family, whose story of mindful communication touched many hearts, recently shared how their practice has evolved. "It's no longer about setting aside time for mindfulness," Mr. Verma explained. "Life itself has become our practice."

His words remind me of the ancient teaching:

"When the observer becomes the observed, true meditation begins."

In advanced practice, we discover that mindfulness isn't something we do; it's something we are.

Creating Sacred Moments

Ritu, who found freedom from insomnia through basic mindfulness, now experiences what she calls "moments of timelessness." Before starting her day at work, she doesn't just take mindful breaths anymore. "Each morning," she tells me, "feels like stepping into a sacred space, no matter where I am."

The Path of Effortless Presence

Mrs. Prabhakar, the school principal whose journey with mindful listening we discussed, recently shared a beautiful insight. "The more I practice," she said, "the less it feels like practice. Being present has become as natural as breathing."

This is the essence of advanced mindfulness: when effort dissolves into effortlessness, the practitioner and the practice become one.

A Vision for Deeper Practice

As we conclude today's sharing, I invite you to view your mindfulness journey not as a linear path but as a spiral that continuously deepens. Remember, just as we discussed in our exploration of mindful learning, every moment carries the potential for profound awareness.

Until we meet again in our following discussion about "Mindful Parenting: Raising Conscious Children", I encourage you to explore these more profound dimensions of your practice. Remember, the advanced path isn't about reaching a destination; it's about discovering the sacredness in every step of the journey.

May your practice continue to deepen, revealing new layers of peace and understanding.

Om poornamadah Poornamidam |

Poornaat Poornamudachyate |

Poornasya Poornamaadaya |

Poornamevaavashishyate |

Om shanti, shanti, shanti hi ||

Hari Om Tatsat!

Warm regards,

Abhisshek Om Chakravarty, (Coach Abhisshek)

Holistic Life Coach | Mindfulness Mentor | Family Mindset Coach 

"Within each soul lies infinite wisdom; I simply help others uncover their light."

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