Disease and Buddhism: From denial to acceptance

Guys, I just needed to unburden some thing and share a life lesson in the Buddhist perspective.

Since a few months ago I have felling not so well, tired, foggy minded and noticed my health was not so good.

But the deal is, terrified of facing the truth I chose to hide it and not face the reality, as if I could handle it alone or miraculously getting healed. (and I didn't went to a doctor)

It's hard to see your health being affected and stay rational. Really hard. Specially if you don't think you can easily solve your problem.

But the only way compatible with the dharma is the one full of courage and faith. With acceptance the reality and acting with kindness.

It was just a trick of the Ego, this attempt to deny the nature of things. The aim of Buddhism is to look further, and watch the reality as it is: The body is impermanent and gets ill sometimes. That's it. Don't overthink about it, accept it. Do something about it, take care of yourself.

I have grown wiser, and won't act as a fool. Denying reality won't change it, imagining a different one won't either, not even praying will change a thing, specially if done with a weary heart.

So, I'm going to a doctor. I'm seeking for help. I'm taking care of myself. Maybe it's the best thing for my meditation practice, as no meditation session could pacify my heart so much like this attitude I'm taking.

(I have even sought for healing in Buddhism, but as I learned that it's possible--if you are advanced enough--I also learned that it's not the essence of the practice. Indeed, the teachings go towards letting go of the body, because it is just a vessel for developing the mind)

Wish me luck, Sangha.

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