Watching

Much of practice entails being watchful. I do not mean this in a fearful sense. Watchfulness is a form of mindfulness. I am watchful when I question whether my actions or motives are coming from my humanist values or from a place of more basic human need. Is my interest in a person or situation true, generous and open. Or is it tainted with motives of selfish need? Or is my openness blocked by unnecessary defensiveness? 

Watchfulness is simply the application of self-awareness and truthfulness. It requires a certain amount of strength and perseverance. Without adequate personal development, watchfulness can be confused with narcissistic  self-questioning. 

Developing the ability to be fully present in the moment with internal and external awareness is a goal of any developmental practice. It is also a reward of practice.