Atmānanda- Laharī

Tiger’s Nest Monastery Hike — An Adventurous Awakening Journey Within Paro Taktsang , famously known as the Tiger’s Nest Monastery , is one of Bhutan’s most sacred and breathtaking places — perched on a cliffside at an altitude of around 3,100 meters (10,200 feet) in Paro, Bhutan.  It’s not just a hike; it’s a pilgrimage.  We began our hike from the base around 7 AM. Wooden walking sticks rented from locals in hand, Strava app turned on, and spirits eager, we followed our guide, Kinzan, who kindly guided us along. We took a “before hike” photo — smiling, unaware of the lessons waiting ahead. The winding path stretched ahead, shaded by tall trees, strings of prayer flags, with hundreds of steps ascending through the forest.  Around us, travelers from all over the world climbing along—each group led by its own local guide. Step by step, one foot before the other, the hike began.  With every upward step, doubts crept in —  Will I make it?   The walking stick ...

Journey Within Belongings are packed and loaded Cars are locked and shipped Home is sold and handed over Take one step, and the next appears Journey of the jobless, homeless being begins... Where am I going?... Is this journey from Connecticut to California? Is this a return journey to the roots? Is this for inner nourishment? Is this a way of spiritual attunement? Take a deep breath and dwell All is always well Let go of the past Disregard the future Present is the present Be aware of the “ now” moment Simply reject known and unknown Allow things to unfold on its own Watch the skies with clouds display  Follow the flight of birds moving away Listen to the sound of honking trains Feel the breeze through the senses Despite the happenings outside Be aware of the peace within No more sinking in the ignorance Just synch with nature’s brilliance Abide as the pure being “ I am” I am is the truth  I create  I sustain I dissolve I am is the absolute truth Do it all over again eve...