If we take a moment to explore the space between two thoughts, we begin to understand that this is not simply a lack of thinking, but rather a full expression of all that exists.

In each thought we hold, we design a combination of sounds called words, in a language we did not personally create, to express an idea, feeling or demand. If we examine the meaning of each word, there is a variance among the agreed understanding. Multiply this by the words used to formulate a thought, and we see the depth to which language can misrepresent our true feelings.

How can a space in thinking hold more meaning than actual thought?

In each thought we hold in the mind's eye, we are delineating our expression to that region of thinking. For example, a thought of wind may take us to a field of wildflowers - rain, a mossy forest - Love, a current or past relationship in which we hold dear or as a source of pain. These same three words will hold a completely different meaning or energy to another being. What about a lack of thinking? Can two beings hold exactly the same non-thought? If we truly disconnect from thinking, we tune into more subtle realms of consciousness that hold the energy of our our true selves, or atman in Sanskrit. This atman is thought to represent oneness - just as the first piece of energy that created the universe. If we can agree that all things are one and connected, then a lack of thought is what allows us to experience oneness - even more so than audible language.

How do you experience a lack of thinking?

In a culture built on greed, advertising, television and social programming, we lose our connection with oneness and, thus, our true being. Some ways in which we can reconnect with our truth are:

nature | a simple walk in the woods, on the beach, near a lake or mountain will re-create our primordial experience in which nature is the loudest sound
language | taking a break from our inherited language (or all languages) can allow for us to express ourselves in new ways
energy | moments of silence and disintegration of thinking will harmonize our being to allow for our true feelings to express - we can then explore which energies truly serve us, the earth and all of existence
meditation | a 5-minute per day sitting with the focus on the breath can greatly increase our ability to relax thought patterns and experience other states of being - in time, the duration can be increased for a deeper experience

These additions to our daily lives will tune our being to a higher frequency. We will have a greater understanding of the origin of our thoughts, and the ways in which we express ourselves. We are often taught that we need to "do something" or "see someone" to improve ourselves, but rather it may be that our society needs to do nothing, breathe, and experience the space between our thoughts.

If the universe is a collection of vibrations in the form of energetic waves, wouldn't our existence be defined by the ways in which we participate in this dynamic dance of life?

Observed vibrating atoms of the Pacific, 2014.

Our universe is comprised of energy in varying forms, shapes, sizes, colors and sounds. Through our body and mind, we have the ability to interpret these vibrations. These interpretations, then, define how we choose to live out this current embodiment.

How can we optimize our connection to the energy that flows through us in the form of sensory information, air, water, and food transforming into thoughts, actions, creations and experiences? In what ways can we maximize our ability to "digest" our world, both mentally and physically, to live in harmony with the vibrations of the universe?

The following is a list of energetic exchanges that I find to be powerful for creating contentment and the awakening of our true nature of love (they are by no means a decree or demand to be, rather a personal learning shared):

Senses | our sensual experience, or the interpretation of it, defines our reality
- the gates of perception are ours to protect and nourish - what we experience will be digested or undigested by our minds
- if we can stimulate deep thinking and growth towards personal freedom, we can accept our right to happiness within
- meditation is a nice way to fully understand the world we are presented on a daily basis

Air | consciously collecting air through our lungs to create prana or qi for our cells to flourish
- breathing clean, unmanufactured air with intention will adjust our mental state
- breath awareness or yogic breathing exercises called pranayama are extremely beneficial to our physical and mental bodies
- chemical-based cleaners and flame-retardant home furnishings have been linked to many health problems and would be better left alone

Water | drinking the most pure, living water possible
- leaving the fluoridated, prescription drug-infused municipal water supply behind can be achieved through certain filters for both the shower and tap
- for drinking, spring water has a profound effect on the pineal gland and for cellular hydration with its ideal pH, mineral content and life-force - find your local spring here

Food | eating as clean as possible, in the most ethical way possible
- remove harm from the nutrient-collection process through organic local fresh living foods
- find what works for you and empower yourself through an eating practice based in gratitude
- what we apply to our skin, we also eat

These opportunities for awareness can ensure true health and ultimately a life saturated in love. We can use our energy to provide the soil from which awakened thinking, acting, creating and experiencing can blossom. From here, we enter the space of mind which nourishes our energetic universe and ultimately ourselves, as we are this universe.

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