The ward office has a children’s playground, so my wife often takes our son there. Today, my family and I ate lunch at the ward office cafeteria. I brought my son some udon noodle so I let him eat it, and we had soba and a set meal.
When I put the food I ordered in the tray and bring it to the table where the two of us were sitting, my son exclaimed with joy. Are you tired of eating udon noodle? You don’t have to express much joy over something like this…but to put it bluntly, you can express a lot of emotions. I’m a little embarrassed because people around me are watching me. It seems like you don’t feed him delicious food on a daily basis…
By the way, as you become an adult, it becomes difficult to be as honest as you were when you were a child. In our daily lives, we are exposed to the opinions of others, the experiences of failure in our relationships with others, the influence of negative energy, and many other factors that make it difficult for us to maintain an honest heart.
Our predecessor often said, “Honestness leads to innocence,” and he had the innocence of a child. When I look at children, I see that they don’t have complex thoughts or emotions like adults, but are completely honest with themselves and absorbed in what’s in front of them.
Having such an honest mind will also reduce the influence of evil energy, which has a seemingly negative effect on our mind and body. When we can move our bodies honestly with our hearts, our Ki naturally increases. Furthermore, it becomes easier to receive support from the positive energy that protects us like a guardian spirit.
Maintaining an honest mind is never easy, but it is important to practice it in your daily life, even if it’s just a little at a time. For example, 1. “Listening to others without preconceptions” → We tend to make judgments based on our own thoughts and experiences. Furthermore, 2. “Frankly admit your mistakes” → We tend to think that we are right, and it is difficult to admit it. Also, 3. “Express your feelings of gratitude in words” → Even if you understand this, it is difficult for those close to you.
It’s good to start with these little things. It’s a challenge for me too. An innocent and honest mind brings us many good things. It will enrich not only your physical and mental health, but also your relationships, work, and life itself. Please try practicing an honest heart in your life.