Few days before I leave this heavenly country of Costa Rica), I suddenly feel an urgency to make sure I’m not wasting time.
And since I love exploring the mind and life, I began to ponder upon the concept of time.
Ekhart tolle says that “To be identified with your mind is to be trapped in time: the compulsion to live almost exclusively through memory and anticipation.”
The way I understand it is that as long as I’m connected and attached to the ‘illusionary I’ / the image or story of Alit / who I THINK Alit is, I’m trapped in the concept of time. Trapped, for example, could be being so busy with thinking of what we missed or might be missing out, that eventually we find ourselves chasing our own tails and NOT living meaningful life. Or being consumed by thoughts and emotions related to the past or future, that we’re missing out on the present.
So basically the way to be liberated from the trap is to connect to our true essence. Then and there, in our hearts, there is no time.
The funny thing is that even though I know it and have thankfully experienced it, there are many moments where doubt arises. In those moments I’m back in the trap of the mind and time.
What to do?! 😁
Laugh, take it easy, continue noticing and exploring the tricks of the mind,
and most importantly, extend the number of moments of true connection and self-realization. Those moments of light are the only ones that can eliminate darkness and doubts.
Would love to hear your thoughts about the concept of time.