Late innings. The PA announcer had gone quiet between batters. The crowd murmured. A grounds crew member leaned on a rake, watching. Not working. Just watching. He knew the rhythm better than most.
Buddhism
The observer holds wisdom too. Watching with attention is its own kind of doing.
Daily Takeaway
Be present even when you’re not active. Witness with care.
Journal Prompt
Where can you pay more attention without jumping in?
What have you seen more clearly by staying still?
Honor the Small.
Respect the Moment.
Trust the Path.
something small I try to do now is leave my phone in my pocket while standing in line at the grocery store and just soak in the sounds and the people... usually there's a small kid smiling at me who I would've missed if I was in my phone. it's good to be bored sometimes!