July 25. “Button, look at the horizon.

Can you see that distinct line where the sky meets the sea? The sky is painted with different shades of grey.”

“I can. See how dark it’s become. It’s obviously raining on the other side and will move to our side shortly.”

“You are very observant. I don’t know about you but every time I look out at the distant horizon, I feel a serenity descend on me.”

“Like when you meditate? When you meditate and shut off all your thoughts, you feel transported into a different world. I’ve tried to meditate but failed. Whenever  I’ve made an effort to shut out my thoughts, more thoughts enter my mind.”

“Most people can’t. The rishis and munis up in the mountains meditate for days and months on end. It requires a different mindset to shut out the rest of the world and enter a space where there’s just you.”

“That’s also called focus.”

“You’re right. Try focusing on something and see if you can keep other thoughts out.”

“I’ll give it a try.”