Detached Observer

"It is far better to observe than to absorb every word, feeling and attitude, to get over-involved, or react too much.

Observing gives us the patience and clarity to think and act appropriately.
Observing creates an inner focus that allows us to see reality."
Please share your views.

14 comments:

Betty said...

It has been my goal for a long time to simply be an observer, without judgement or engagement. On the all too rare occasions when I succeed, the result is peace.

Thank you for another valuable reminder.

Hugs,
Betty

Norie said...

Hi surjit! Cute pic. nice post. It reminds me of my grandchild who said. " less talk less mistake. No talk no mistake. If you can create joy don't create sorrow. Talking too much is self projection." Listening accumulates knowledge. May God bless you always my friend.

surjit said...

Thanks Betty, for sharing your insights:
...simply be an observer, without judgement or engagement..'
I really value your noble thoughts.
God bless.

surjit said...

Hi Norie,
I fully agree with your views:
...'If you can create joy don't create sorrow..'
Thanks for adding your insights to my post making it more meaningful.
God bless.

Marti said...

I am very glad to see you back and posting again. I have missed your articles and insights.

surjit said...

Thanks Marti, for your welcome message and kind words.
God bless.

Sophiagurl said...

i agree with you Surjit, I often like to be a detached observer in life, soaking in the knowledge, the wisdom and the lessons life has to offer.

When the time comes that we may be called to participate more actively in it...then we would be armed with useful information.

God bless you always =)

surjit said...

Hi Sophiagurl,
Thanks for sharing your great insights:
'...be a detached observer in life, soaking in the knowledge, the wisdom and the lessons life has to offer...'
God bless.

Jean said...

In the maze of imagination, once you start obseving with Discernment, you start every day off with a smile that will bring light to people around you.
Jean Mondestin

surjit said...

Hi Jean,
I fully agree with your insinghtful views:
...'once you start obseving with Discernment, you start every day off with a smile that will bring light to people around you....'
Thanks for sharing.
God bless.

Amel's Realm said...

LOVE this quotation and the picture, Surjit. It is true that if we react too much, it's our own loss in the end. But if we take time to separate ourselves from the situation or the other person and think first, we'll be able to see everything in a better or wider perspective. :-))))

surjit said...

Hi Amel's Realm,
I fully agree with your insights:
'...It is true that if we react too much, it's our own loss in the end...'
And if we '...separate ourselves from the situation or the other person and think first, we'll be able to see everything in a better or wider perspective..'
Thanks for sharing your words of wisdom.
God bless.

April said...

Such a cute picture!

surjit said...

Hi April,
Thanks for your visit and words of appreciation.
God bless.