This morning I am aware of a growing sense of calmness inside of me. I
am feeling more relaxed and trusting and open to the care that people
are showing towards me. I am more patient and accepting of the limits of
what I am able to at the school. When I walk around the school grounds,
students crowd around me and want to say hello and shake my hand. At
first I felt overwhelmed by this attention, and was not able to feel
comfortable with it. But now I think that the time I take to greet them
may be the most important thing I do here.
Yesterday I walked home for the first time from Machani Somappa School to the Machani house, where I am living. It was a 30 minute walk through the busy center of the town. I usually have a driver take me wherever I go. I think this walk helped to ground me and relax me and affirm the confidence that I can bring to being in this space.
Here are some pictures of the school grounds.
Yesterday I walked home for the first time from Machani Somappa School to the Machani house, where I am living. It was a 30 minute walk through the busy center of the town. I usually have a driver take me wherever I go. I think this walk helped to ground me and relax me and affirm the confidence that I can bring to being in this space.
Here are some pictures of the school grounds.
Hi Martin,
ReplyDeleteI was touched by your post. I have found in my travels, that it is very important for me to get out and walk around to "get grounded" - physically and spiritually. Also the Asian sense of space and touching can be overwhelming. I am glad to hear you are adjusting. It will make your stay much more comfortable and meaningful.
Best regards,
David