This morning I meditated on Nature outside the picture window. Snow was falling and just watching it was mesmerizing. But I was meditating with the eyes open– so I watched my breath for the five minute timed period. I was in the Witness state; I was Self-aware as well as aware of the snow falling, thickening the white carpet that was already there.

Meditating with the eyes open adds a whole new dimension to life.  For me, it is easiest to do this first thing in the morning. When I meditate in the morning, it helps to set my intention for the day– to be present in the moment as much as I am able.

Remember only one quality that Awakening has. That quality is witnessing. Whatever is happening, just be a witness, don’t be identified. You are not the body, you are not the mind, you are not the astral body. You are not the silence. You are only a witness. The witness is the very being of a Buddha.     ~ Osho