Vigilance

Be aware of what is going in and around you in order to liberate yourself

December 6th 2026
You must always keep your mind alert and on guard so that you can foresee and avoid impending danger. Those who are not vigilant, who close their eyes, are continually exposed: anybody or anything can come along and take someone who is asleep unawares. There is nothing worse than to go through life with one’s eyes closed.
You must keep your eyes open in order to be constantly aware of what is going on—not so much around you, for the greatest danger is not external—but what is going on within yourself. You need to observe yourself in order to recognize the nature of the currents, states of consciousness, thoughts and feelings that flow through you. Only those who keep their eyes open possess the intelligence of the inner life and work to liberate themselves.
Random meditation Today's meditation Alphabetical index