Transcendence through Samsara

As humans, we have choices, and are very lucky in the choices we are given. We can choose how we want to behave, who we associate with, and we ultimately choose the kind of person we want to be. It is wise to be consciously aware of every decision we make, for any option could be the decision that may take us to or lead us astray from consciousness. It is easy to fall prey to the sirens song of self-indulgence, many people do it, and American culture pushes us to that choice. Living in a corporate nation, where humans beings are considered numbers, it is very hard to make the choice to be different; to dare to change and break cyclic boundaries.

I fell prey to a cyclic lifestyle for years. I did not trust myself, and therefore trusted no one. I subconsciously fed on energy from others by hurting them, and in turn, cosmically continued pain within myself. With a lot of soul experience and remembrance, and finally being able to accept my inner demons as a part of me, I became aware of the habits that had been taught to me my whole life; and I made the choice to change.

The Buddha believed in two states of being, Samsara and Nirvana. Samsara, which pertains to physical existence, means a continuous movement, which on a small scale can be related to birth and death. We wander on this circle, looking for things to bring happiness, clinging to attachment and fear of the unknown. But if we can let go of our so-called ‘needed’ attachments, Nirvana on earth cannot be so far-fetched. The collective being is stuck in Samsara, with the belief that possessions and attachment are the only ways to achieve happiness. When all along if we attempt to be mindful of our actions and learn the art of self denial for the well being of others, then Nirvana on earth can be achieved.

Being at peace seems to be a rare goal within the general public, but as feeling and emotional beings, we all bleed, cry, and laugh the same, and each and everyone of us deserves well-being and peace of mind. We must embrace our self-imposed cycles, thank them for teaching transcendent lessons, and move forward towards Nirvana on Earth.