05-17-2011, 03:57 AM
Agreed. I am of the notion that there are two types of feeling; intuitive and directed. Intuitive is the instant feelings one if gifted, without any thought, in response to specific circumstances; the warmth that floods when a stranger gives you an unexpected big smile, the joy while living in the moment. The 'pang' that one gets when asked a question. They are accompanied by the presence of truth.
Generated feelings are those of which you mention, they arise from a period of directed thought; reviewing a favourite photograph, reflecting upon an old memory (either positive or negative), or being thankful for the positives in your life (a wonderful meditation).
Indeed, healing the past as many call it. Viewing one's self in the past as one would another self in the present moment is a fantastic aid to forgiveness of the self.
Generated feelings are those of which you mention, they arise from a period of directed thought; reviewing a favourite photograph, reflecting upon an old memory (either positive or negative), or being thankful for the positives in your life (a wonderful meditation).
Indeed, healing the past as many call it. Viewing one's self in the past as one would another self in the present moment is a fantastic aid to forgiveness of the self.