Striking it Rich
The mind in meditation
is like a treasure detector
When the mind drops down
the gold coin is found
and the body reaps the benefit
of its valuable stillness
The soul accrues the interest
of currency well spent
____________Colleen Redman / Poets and Storytellers United
June 2nd, 2023 12:45 am
What an excellent observation, excellently described. It’s beautiful as a whole, and I particularly love the line ‘the mind drops down’, which, in context, I think perfectly captures that experience.
June 2nd, 2023 1:32 am
The body really sees a benefit.. I find my blood pressure down several points after just few minutes of yogic relaxation exercise. The mind is indeed a treasure detector!
June 2nd, 2023 10:57 am
I like where the imagery takes me. Gold coins during meditation … I will see what emerges at next try.
June 2nd, 2023 1:48 pm
So true. Years ago, I used to roll my eyes at the idea of meditation doing anything for me (I know, foolish youth!). I know better now. And my flesh and bones and spirit are certain richer because of it.
June 3rd, 2023 12:18 pm
A delightful description of what it feels like, the total body/mind benefits of meditation. Brava, Colleen.
June 5th, 2023 11:24 am
What a perfect description, ….The mind drops down.
June 6th, 2023 9:20 am
Perhaps this poem fits the old adage “health is wealth”. 🙂
June 6th, 2023 4:04 pm
A wonderful analogy! I couldn’t agree more. Though it sounds like you’ve cracked true deep meditation, I’ve never quite got the hang of it.