Power of speech (week two)

Week two (Divisive speech)

This week we will be studying divisive speech. Again we will be using our pocket notebook during the day to jot down and note any situations that we find ourselves using divisive speech. At night we will reference our notebook and elaborate in our journal adding our reflection on the 3 check points, 1. before, 2. during, 3. after. Divisive speech is any speech that could cause a rift between people or groups of people. Most of the time this form of speech turns up in gossip, so that might be a place to be extra vigilant.

Again we want to make an objective observation of our thoughts, feelings, emotions, and physical sensations before, during, and after these situations. If you have really put some effort into the first weeks assignment you should see by now that it is difficult at times to be objective. We find ourselves not wanting to look into the situation deeply. But if you have put in an honest effort you should also have noticed that it can be very liberating to gain an awareness of the function of your mind. Just this increased awareness loosens the grip of identification with the sometimes chaotic movements of mind.

Be firm and disciplined with your practice of studying your speech, but also be gentle with yourself, resting as the awareness of who you are. Reflect on the oneness of being and becoming, let go and trust in both.

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