寧靜的心跡 (19) 心甘情願地做事


心甘情願地做事,是一種積極的生活態度,體現了我們對自己的愛。擁有這樣的心態,我們不但精力更充沛,而且在行動中也能體會到真正的喜悅。這種喜悅,甚至超越了成就本身,能夠深植於記憶之中,撫慰心靈,滋養我們的理性與意識。

當我們可以自由選擇時,就更容易心甘情願地做事,並專注於當下。例如唱歌的時候,如果我們能隨心所欲地唱,想唱的時候就唱,不想唱的時候就停,往往就能沉浸其中,這種自由讓音符的流動變得自然而愉悅。又如行走路,如果我們能覺察到自己該坐、該動,並順著這個覺知走,我們的腳步就會輕盈自如。自由與自主地選擇,讓我們的真我得以顯現,提升行動的質量與意願。

然而,在生活中,我們經常會遇到被迫採取行動的情況。我們可能會因為擔心健康而強迫自己吞下不喜歡的健康食品,即使我們不確定它是否真的對我們有好處。這種違背自己意願的行為往往源於恐懼,或渴望被認可,反映出我們缺乏自由。久而久之,我們的身心就會分離,導致情緒混亂,更容易陷入後悔和煩惱,加深內心的不平衡。

如果我們在童年時期受到嚴厲的管教,習慣於違背自己的意願做事,那麼長大後我們很可能不再聽從內心的聲音。例如,一個被迫學習鋼琴的孩子將來可能對音樂缺乏熱情,甚至拒絕藝術。因此,修復身心的連接,重建內外的一致性,是自我療癒與成長的重要議題。

要擺脫這種內在分裂的狀態,我們需要回歸真我,檢視自己行為的動機:是出於真正的需要還是欲望?透透過理性分析,我們可以判斷某件事是否值得做,我們是否能夠負擔得起,以及如何做。這樣,我們的行為就不再受喜歡或不喜歡的支配,而是能夠基於意識和判斷做出明智的選擇。

心甘情願地做事,大多來自內在的動力,也就是因為興趣、好奇心或追求成長而自發性投入的力量。例如,喜歡彈鋼琴的人可以沉浸在音樂中數小時,因為這是一個享受、自我對話和練習的過程。這樣的專注不僅能帶來滿足感,還能促進技能的提升與不斷發展。

此外,心甘情願地做事可以讓我們進入心流狀態,一種穩定的情緒流動,讓我們完全沉浸在過程中而忘記時間。這種體驗常常伴隨著愉悅和滿足。例如,一個熱愛烹飪的家庭主婦,在為家人準備每一餐的過程中,不僅感受到了創造的快樂,也體現了關懷和細心。

當我們用意識來引導行為時,就可以用理性來主宰選擇,只做真正對生命有益的事。即使結果不如預期,我們也可以無怨無悔地接受。這種狀態是幸福和成功的根源。

總的來說,心甘情願地做事是內在動機、自主性和心流狀態的綜合體現。如果我們能夠培養這樣的態度和能力,不僅可以提高我們的成功機會,還可以豐富生活品質。只有擺脫習慣和情緒的牽引,用意識和理性來指導自己的行動,才能真正過著自由而充實的生活。


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目錄



The path to Tranquility (19)
Doing things willingly


Doing things willingly is a positive attitude towards life and reflects our love for ourselves. With such a mindset, we are not only more energetic, but also able to experience real joy in action. This joy even transcends the achievement itself, can be deeply rooted in memory, soothe the soul, and nourish our reason and consciousness.

When we can choose freely, it is easier to do things willingly and focus on the present moment. For example, when singing, if we can sing as we please, sing when we want to sing, and stop when we don’t want to sing, we can often immerse ourselves in it. This freedom makes the flow of notes natural and pleasant. Another example is walking on the road. If we can be aware of when we should sit and move, and walk according to this awareness, our steps will be light and free. Free and autonomous choices allow our true self to emerge and improve the quality and willingness of actions.

However, in life, we often encounter situations where we are forced to act. We may force ourselves to swallow unhealthy food because we are worried about our health, even if we are not sure whether it is really good for us. This behavior against our will often stems from fear or the desire to be recognized, reflecting our lack of freedom. Over time, our body and mind will be separated, leading to emotional confusion, making it easier to fall into regret and trouble, and deepening the imbalance in our hearts.

If we are severely disciplined in childhood and used to do things against our will, we are likely to no longer listen to our inner voice when we grow up. For example, a child who is forced to learn piano may lack enthusiasm for music in the future or even reject art. Therefore, repairing the connection between body and mind and rebuilding the consistency between inside and outside are important issues for self-healing and growth.

To get rid of this state of inner division, we need to return to our true self and examine the motivations of our actions: Is it out of real need or desire? Through rational analysis, we can judge whether something is worth doing, whether we can afford it, and how to do it. In this way, our behavior is no longer dominated by likes or dislikes, but we can make wise choices based on consciousness and judgment.

Doing things willingly mostly comes from internal motivation, that is, the power of spontaneous investment due to interest, curiosity or pursuit of growth. For example, people who like to play the piano can immerse themselves in music for hours because it is a process of enjoyment, self-dialogue and practice. Such concentration can not only bring satisfaction, but also promote the improvement and continuous development of skills.

In addition, doing things willingly can allow us to enter a state of flow, a steady flow of emotions that allows us to be completely immersed in the process and forget about time. This experience is often accompanied by pleasure and satisfaction. For example, a housewife who loves cooking, in the process of preparing each meal for her family, not only feels the joy of creation, but also reflects care and attentiveness.

When we use consciousness to guide our behavior, we can use reason to dominate our choices and only do things that are truly beneficial to our lives. Even if the results are not as expected, we can accept them without regrets. This state is the root of happiness and success.

In general, doing things willingly is a comprehensive reflection of intrinsic motivation, autonomy, and flow state. If we can cultivate such attitudes and abilities, we can not only improve our chances of success, but also enrich the quality of life. Only by getting rid of the traction of habits and emotions and using consciousness and reason to guide our actions can we truly live a free and fulfilling life.


On May 19, 2023


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