The Ethics of Meditation: Non-Stealing

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The ethical tenet of non-stealing goes so much further than simply avoiding the physical act of theft. It prompts us to move fully into living a life of integrity and reciprocity. 

In this episode of The Mindful Minute, we delve into the myriad of ways we have absorbed the habit of stealing. We will reflect on how we steal from 

• Others

• The Earth

• The Future

• Ourselves

The primary invitation of non-stealing is to shift our focus from others to ourselves. I love this focus because it is so counterintuitive to what we are taught to believe at a young age. 

We are taught to put others first but be the best; stop focusing on yourself but make sure you fit in; don’t be selfish but you can and should have it all…

Yet, as we explore the teachings of non-stealing, we see how these early implicit teachings trap us in a cycle of never enough; always chasing after what others have, and living in fear of what we don’t have and can’t get. 

Fear begets violence, and spoiler alert, we find ourselves lost in a world being destroyed by climate crisis.

When we remember to honor ourselves within these ethical teachings, we live full, rich lives with integrity and reciprocity.

Join me for today’s class as we explore the tenet of non-stealing and share in a 20-minute guided meditation.

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