What better day to share a story that I love so much from one of my amazing teachers, Dr. Douglas Brooks. This story and explanation of the word "Lila"deepened my understanding of the seemingly simple word which actually has multiple layers of meaning. To keep it short and sweet: Lila means 'to play.' However, Lila is in relationship to Karma (cause & effect) and the Universe. This story gives examples of both Karma and Lila in action. Enjoy.
Johan Museeuw a Flemish speaking Belgian cyclist won the 2000 Paris-Roubaix race. Following the race he was interviewed in English about his victory. This is Johan's explanation of his victory with interjections by Douglas Brooks: "Today I was the best (Karma). Today I trained the hardest (Karma). Today my team did everything right (Karma). Today I took the right move (Karma). And right then at the critical moment I did the right thing (Karma). But, today I had "The Lucky" (Lila)."
I hope this story translates the playfulness of Lila. It is this playfulness that inspires me to live each day to the fullest and 'funnest' :)
So true. Living life to the fullest and trying to be happy and healthy in my choices, makes me feel lucky :)
ReplyDeleteAs you should love! So muck to be Grateful for - Lets spread this from one community to the next!
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