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SOUL SPARK

During moments when truth seems overwhelming and our desires clash with reality, our human inclination to impose judgments and preferences arises naturally. Love, however….the essence of the Great Way of Things….remains impartial, free from bias. It allows the absolute reality of truth to surface, ensuring that it is revealed in its entirety, now and forevermore…….that all destiny might prevail. Nigel Lott teaandzen.org Get full access to Tea and Zen - Threads at teaandzen.substack.com/subscribe
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DANTES PRAYER

When the dark wood fell before meAnd all the paths were overgrownWhen the priests of pride say there is no other wayI tilled the sorrows of stoneI did not believe because I could not seeThough you came to me in the nightWhen the dawn seemed forever lostYou showed me your love in the light of the starsCast your eyes on the oceanCast your soul to the seaWhen the dark night seems endlessPlease remember meThen the mountain rose before meBy the deep well of desireFrom the fountain of forgivenessBeyond the ice and the fireCast your eyes on the oceanCast your soul to the seaWhen the dark night seems endlessPlease remember meThough we share this humble path, aloneHow fragile is the heartOh give these clay feet wings to flyTo touch the face of the starsBreathe life into this feeble heartLift this mortal veil of fearTake these crumbled hopes, etched with tearsWe'll rise above these earthly caresCast your eyes on the oceanCast your soul to the seaWhen the dark night seems endlessPlease remember meMAY ALL LOVE BECOME YOU, MAY ALL SORROWS CEASE! Get full access to Tea and Zen - Threads at teaandzen.substack.com/subscribe
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UNDERSTANDING GRIEF

Grief is a profound and complex emotion that touches every human at some point in life. It manifests in the deep sense of loss we experience when something or someone we cherish is no longer with us. But grief is more than just sadness; it encompasses a fundamental belief that we have lost our connection to Love itself.When we speak of Love in this context, we refer to more than just romantic or familial bonds. It's about the deepest connection imaginable, where unity prevails and distinctions dissolve. Some may perceive this as a connection to God or the Divine; others simply recognize it as Love—the ultimate reality where we exist as One.In our journey through life, grief arises when we feel we've become fragmented, separated from that unity. It's a feeling deeply ingrained in our psyche, suggesting an inherent wound in humanity. This wound suggests that as we evolved into sentient beings, we began to perceive ourselves as distinct entities, separate from the whole.However, it's essential to challenge this perception. Despite our individual experiences and the illusion of separation, there is no true division. The belief in separation, though persistent throughout human history, is a construct of the mind rather than a reality. At our core, we remain interconnected with the fabric of existence.Grief, therefore, becomes a journey of reconciliation—a process where we learn to integrate our sense of loss with the understanding that Love, in its purest form, never truly departs. It is within us and around us, ever-present and eternal, infinite in nature—absolute reality.As we navigate the depths of grief, we come to realize that healing does not mean forgetting or replacing what we've lost. Instead, it involves embracing the truth that the essence of what we loved remains within us. It's a profound shift in perspective—an acknowledgment that even in our sorrow, we are still connected to the source of all Love and Unity.Ultimately, grief teaches us about the nature of love itself. It reminds us that Love transcends physical presence and temporal boundaries. It is the thread that weaves through our existence, binding us together in the tapestry of life.Finally, understanding grief requires us to look beyond the immediate pain of loss. It invites us to explore the deeper truths about our interconnectedness and the eternal nature of Love. By embracing this understanding, we can find solace and wisdom in our grief, knowing that Love, in its purest form, is always within reach, less than a blink of an eye away at any given moment. Nigel Lott teaandzen.org Get full access to Tea and Zen - Threads at teaandzen.substack.com/subscribe
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SOUL SPARK

All forms of life are precious….ALL FORMS…..no matter any preferences or judgements to the contrary, because all forms of life are imbued with the creative force of the universe ….LOVE….without which they would not exist.Nigel Lott teaandzen.orgMusic ‘Capitola Sunset' by Ave Air Get full access to Tea and Zen - Threads at teaandzen.substack.com/subscribe
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FATHERS DAY

May the blessings of love be upon you, May its peace abide with you, May its essence illuminate your heart, Now and forever more. Get full access to Tea and Zen - Threads at teaandzen.substack.com/subscribe
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SOUL SPARK

If you find yourself in two minds looking for the truth of something, look deep into your heart instead, you’ll discover it there. Nigel Lott teaandzen.org Get full access to Tea and Zen - Threads at teaandzen.substack.com/subscribe
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A PRAYER AND BLESSING

Long may your awareness of love and its power abide within you….its undying beauty always to remain. If you should forget its presence in you however….in times of trial and tribulation do not worry……for it will never forget you…..its truth forever your guide and friend. Nigel Lott teaandzen.org Get full access to Tea and Zen - Threads at teaandzen.substack.com/subscribe
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SOUL SPARK

LOVE Love is God, God is Love.That's what I believe.Love is the foundational, essential creative force that underpins all existence, permeating every form and formlessness, omnipresent and infinite in nature.That's the essence of God.I remember as a small child being taught to pray to God.I can't quite recall if it was at the end of my bed, the side of my bed, or somewhere in between.But even as a very young child, not as a cognitive memory, but as a deep awareness, I was taught thatGod resided in heaven, a place a million trillion miles away at the end of the known universe and only there.It's quite astonishing, isn't it?The greatest misconception of all is that heaven is only in some distant realm, when in fact, it's right here on earth.And not just here on earth, but within us... heaven, where all creation dwells.As I wrote a little while ago, we are both the drop in the ocean and the ocean entire.We are all of it.Love. That God is love.I have experienced that love. I have known God.May all love encompass you and me.May all love encompass us.May we experience that love for ourselves.A love beyond measure.at the heart of all humankind, at the heart of all forms of LIFE... GOD.Nigel Lott teaandzen.org Get full access to Tea and Zen - Threads at teaandzen.substack.com/subscribe
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MEDITATION ON SELF CARE IN THE WORKPLACE

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NOTES ON BURNOUT

One important aspect I omitted in this recording is the significance of embracing the concept of letting go of outcomes. It's crucial to maintain our intent for something wholeHEARTedly, yet release our fixation on the final outcome, relinquishing our attachment to any specific result. Why? Because ultimately, we have no control over the outcome of anything!May All Love Become YOU. Get full access to Tea and Zen - Threads at teaandzen.substack.com/subscribe
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