Draw the Breath

To find peace within the whirlwind of the mind’s games, we often lose our way on the journey. Today, my restless feelings reminded me of a story from Stuart Wilde. He explains that when you're trapped, you sit down, rest, and allow the vegetation to grow over you. This represents staying calm and not overreacting. Then, you use a metaphorical stick to free yourself from the entanglements, stand up, and move on. He suggests repeating this process—getting tangled, resting, releasing—until you eventually find a way out of the forest.    The idea is about patience and persistence, acknowledging that obstacles are part of the journey. By releasing yourself repeatedly from small constraints, you can ultimately overcome larger ones and find a path to freedom.    I’d like to share this as a reminder to myself and others, to inspire and encourage us to take that bold first step on our journeys. No matter how daunting the path may seem, every great adventure begins with that initial moment o

I may be wrong, but standing up for what I feel in my heart seems necessary at times. I call that self-respect. Even if I am mistaken, being able to assert what feels right can guide me to the right place. When my expressions stem from pure consciousness, they feel right, even if I might be wrong. 저는 틀릴 수도 있지만, 제 마음속에서 느끼는 것을 지키는 것이 때로는 필요하다고 생각합니다. 저는 그것을 자존감이라고 부릅니다. 비록 제가 잘못되었더라도, 옳다고 느끼는 것을 주장할 수 있는 능력은 저를 올바른 곳으로 인도할 수 있습니다. 제 표현이 순수한 의식에서 비롯될 때, 비록 제가 틀릴 수도 있지만, 그것은 옳게 느껴집니다. Soo Kyung Kim The image was created by AI and designed by Soo Kyung Kim.

O ur Inner Thoughts and Emotions Shape Our Outer Realities . "As the fountain in the heart rises high and pure, so the outward life flows serene and strong. When a man learns that his heart is the wellspring of all his thoughts and actions, he sees the need to purify it, for only by doing so can he bring peace and harmony into his outward life. It is not by shaping external circumstances, but by shaping the heart, that man finds true strength. The power of life lies not in outward conquests but in inner mastery. When the heart is purified, the world outside conforms to the purity within." By James Allan As I read his words, I felt a chill run through me, the kind that comes when something resonates so deeply, you can’t ignore it. His message pierced my heart: our external circumstances are merely reflections of our internal thoughts and emotions. If we let anger, jealousy, or fear control us, they inevitably shape our lives into something filled with struggle and discord. On

Have you ever had sleepless nights? When it happens too often, you know exactly what it's like. Last night, I went to bed at 10:30 p.m., only to wake up at 11:45 p.m. It wasn’t the first time, and I’ve grown used to this restless pattern. Most of the time, I lie there, hoping to fall back asleep, but often I can’t. I’ve realized that while I can’t control when sleep comes, I can choose whether or not to suffer through it. So instead of focusing on my physical body, I shift my attention. I ask myself, 'Who do I want to be in this sleepless moment?' Then, the thought comes—a sleepy baby. Imagine this: a baby, tucked in a stroller, with soft, sleepy eyes. Her mother’s gaze never leaves her, a constant reminder of safety and warmth. Whenever a harsh light shines, her mother gently lowers the cover to shield her. She carefully adjusts the blanket over her chubby little tummy, making sure she’s always snug and protected. The baby knows, with every tiny breath, that she can fall a

Have you ever left a doctor's office with no real answers, despite your symptoms being all too real? I’ve been there, too. For a long time, I struggled with unexplained symptoms, and it felt frustrating not knowing what was wrong. It was by chance that I came across the idea that emotions—especially those we don’t even realize we carry—could be behind these physical symptoms. That’s when I decided to see a doctor who specializes in addressing this hidden emotional baggage, which often starts building up from a young age. During one of our sessions, my doctor, who has a unique way of connecting with the subconscious, told me I was holding onto something—guilt. Then, he asked me if anything significant happened when I was 8 years old. That’s when it hit me: my mother passed away suddenly when I was 8. She went to the hospital and never came home. At that age, I didn’t fully understand what death meant, but I knew she was gone forever. While I don’t specifically remember feeling guilt

This afternoon, my doctor, who also practices chiropractic care and specializes in helping with trapped emotions, gave me a wake-up call. He said, “Soo, your body is under stress, and it’s causing insomnia because you’re feeling guilty about not meeting your goals on time.” I hadn’t fully grasped how much my constant drive to push myself was affecting my well-being. His insights brought to mind a passage from Björn Natthiko Lindeblad’s I May Be Wrong, which offers a powerful reminder to let go of perfection and be kinder to ourselves. Björn’s words, “It would do all of us good to bear in mind that we’re doing the best we can. Others are doing the best they can, too,” struck a deep chord with me. His reflections, shaped by his experiences as a monk, emphasize self-compassion and acceptance. They remind us that life doesn’t need to be flawless to be meaningful—a lesson I’m slowly learning to embrace. By easing up on the pressure to be perfect, I’m discovering the value of focusing on do

From Rigid Beliefs to Resilient Thinking  A Journey Toward Balance "A man was hiking on a mountain trail when he suddenly slipped and fell off the edge of a cliff. Desperately, he grabbed hold of a small branch sticking out from the side, dangling above a deep drop. Terrified, he looked up to the sky and shouted, "God, help me!" To his surprise, a calm voice from the heavens replied, "If you trust me, let go of the branch." The man hesitated, gripping the branch even tighter. He then looked around and called out in a panic, "Is there anyone else out there?!" Björn Natthiko Lindeblad shared the story of the man hanging from a cliff to illustrate a deeper point: sometimes, the very beliefs we hold onto so strongly are what can cause the most harm in the end. In the story, the man’s belief in the need for control and safety prevented him from trusting the guidance he was given, even though that guidance could have saved him. Lindeblad used this as a meta

  After reading Crime and Punishment, I want to share what I have learned and my thoughts. In here, I'm just gonna talk about a brief story to remind you about the novel and the main character Rodka Raskolnikov. Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky follows Rodka Raskolnikov, a young student in 19th-century St. Petersburg who is struggling with poverty. Believing he is somehow special and above the law, Raskolnikov convinces himself that murdering an old pawnbroker is justified if it serves a greater good. However, after committing the crime, he is overwhelmed by guilt and paranoia, leading to a deep internal struggle as he questions whether he can ever find redemption or make peace with himself. A central theme in the novel is Raskolnikov’s confusion between crime and greatness. He grapples with the idea that certain 'great' individuals are entitled to commit crimes if it serves a higher purpose, and he rationalizes his actions as a way to prove his own greatness. How