Thursday, December 4, 2025
Writing Meditation Practice has five disciplines. Here are the taglines for each.
Meditation: Align with the universe
Journaling: Lighter mind, kinder heart
Reading: Author as revered teacher
Nonverbal activities: Letting imagination go wild
Creativity: Get into the zone
Writing Meditation Practice is painstakingly slow but measurable. Progress is not a straight line. But in meditation and journaling the practitioner feels it. You watch yourself changing from mindless to mindful with increased self-understanding. In turn, self-understanding increases self-compassion and kindness toward others.
No outsider could or is keeping score of your inner self. With a year of practice you notice personal insecurities and fears slowly alleviate. You feel the cacophony of thoughts settling down, the physical discomfort changing to a relaxed body, and an indifferent heartmind turning kind and wise. You stop judging yourself and learn to live as you are.
The goal of the practice is to bring your day-to-day self closer to your genuine, Authentic Self in writing and in life. The more you become aware of your core values and goals, the closer you get to your true Self. The struggle to align your outer nonconformity and inner authenticity is what gives your work meaning and depth. The practice of the five disciplines helps you to be genuine and fearless which in turn makes you happier, more content and peaceful.
Jennifer D. Diamond
Thank you, Madhu, for showing us the path! “The practice of the five disciplines helps you to be genuine and fearless which in turn makes you happier, more content and peaceful.” 100% true!!!!
Lorraine
The plants are incredible!
The practice is slow, non-linear, sometimes taking steps backwards – yet the progress is measurable. Agree!
Madhu B. Wangu
Thank you, Lorraine! I’ll tell her.
As long as your intention is sincere but you slow down or skip, you’re walking the path.
Madhu B. Wangu
Really Jenn, 100% true?
You made my day!!