I do think if you look back there must have been small changes in you as a person, but you fail to see it as you look for the highest goals. And when we put up goals that is unrealistic we will fail , thus we might leave practice. Set upp small realistic goals, it will be more fun and rewarding and keeping the fire glowing. Write down on a piece of paper the small changes you can remember and when you feel stuck take a look at that paper.
Sometimes nothing seem to happen i.e in 6 months then something happen and you notice you react differently, at that point you know that 6 month gave you something. Just because we dont see a progress does not mean there is none.
[QUOTE=justaguest;84609]I don’t. And I don’t think that I ever met anyone who achieved even 10% of what I meant here. Do you know a teach like this?
Thanx for answering and I’ve noticed this thread keeps going and I think thats wonderful-great discussion.
Justaguest- You kind of made my point for me…There are not many people in this world who have acheived what you’re seeking-it’s a difficult thing and it takes a loooong time- in some writings they believe true enlightenment takes thousands of years and is acheived over many lifetimes.
Despite the other comments on not making goals in regards to spirituality I think having something to ignite the fire of motivation is necessary. However what most people who continue to practice long after the shiny newness has worn off and it all becomes difficult and little boring find, is that what brought you to your mat and meditation pillow is very different from what you actually find there. And what you find is so much better.
I would keep going- we’ve only just begun our journey. And when you want to give up- keep going some more.