Last Minute Revelation

Has anyone else had this experience?

Sometimes when I meditate, a clear thought streaks through my mind like a comet, at the very end of my practice.

Whoosh!

Sometimes a fact slips into my consciousness. Sometimes a person I haven't thought about in years makes an appearance, and I connect that appearance to a problem I'm having, or a question I've been trying to answer.

Sometimes the thought is like a missing puzzle piece, that slips right into place, where it belongs, in the middle of my mind, without any effort on my part.

I love it when a plan comes together!

 

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Thoughts Written

I've had this experience too.  This burst of thought, which I sometimes find myself saying "wow, where did that come from?"  As soon as possible I write the thought(s) down in a small book I keep for such moments.  There is a sense of clarity that comes from the thought; sometimes it connects to something in my life; and at times it even feels like I've received a message, a sign on a road pointing this way...

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Thank you!    Feb 2, 2013

You've so beautifully articulated what I've been experiencing for so long....

Yes!    Feb 24, 2012

I've often meditating in the subway. But I usually stare down at the black...

So lovely    Feb 21, 2012

Your father sounds wonderful. What a wonderful introduction he gave you to meditation...

Well put    Feb 20, 2012

Thank you for phrasing your observations about strong emotions being present in your...

Thank you!    Feb 20, 2012

Sometimes simply reading about meditation puts the mind in a great place. I also love...

Thank you!    Feb 19, 2012

What a terrific idea! Seriously, I am going to take your advice and start timing...

Yes!    Feb 19, 2012

I love this notion of your older self looking at your younger self, of past, present...

I can relate!    Feb 19, 2012

If I'd had Sharon whispering into my ears when my two sons were living at home,...

Phew    Feb 19, 2012

Thank you for this important reminder. Today's obsession is tomorrow's lesson...

Om    Feb 14, 2012

This is such beautiful writing! Thank you so much for taking us along with you on your...