by Annette Burrell | Oct 30, 2022 | Uncategorized
Once upon a time, several years ago, I wanted to get to the top of a mountain.It was a sacred mountain in a very hot country. Made sacred because Sri Ramana Maharshi had an awakening or enlightenment there and sat for many years to 2 different caves.And maybe it was...
by Annette Burrell | Sep 4, 2022 | Uncategorized
I can remember at 6 years of age, lying in bed at night time, trying very hard to work out how to be good. There I was, at a young age, trying to fit into the expectations of my parents. Trying very, very hard to know what I needed to do. Why? Probably to get love. It...
by Annette Burrell | Aug 12, 2022 | Uncategorized
We are so busy these days. There is so much to do.So much to think about.So many people in our lives to be aware of.So many decisions to think about.So much to get right.So many things happening in the world.So much to think about – all that stuff that has...
by Annette Burrell | Jul 23, 2022 | Uncategorized
This morning I decided to sit silently with my eyes closed. I decided to just notice what went on in me. I noticed that as my eyes closed, it felt like I was dropping somewhere peaceful, without outside stimulation. I noticed my breathing – the air going in and out....
by Annette Burrell | Jul 10, 2022 | Uncategorized
“Have you ever been depressed?” my doctor asked.“Yes” I answered.“So you know what it feels like” she said. I remember the dullness………………….the robotic functioning……………………..lack of joy………….. the numbness………………………. the hollow heavy dragging sensation……………………no...
by Annette Burrell | Jul 3, 2022 | Uncategorized
Recently I had coffee with someone I haven’t seen for a long time. It soon became very clear to me that I was not enjoying the situation. If I offered a piece of conversation, or asked a question, he immediately went off for miles on his own experience or someone...
