Enlightenment in a Hemorrhoid

Generally, society does not have that many spaces where people can feel free to talk about some of their most intimate activities, such as using the restroom. In fact, psychologist Ernest Becker, in his fantastic book "The Denial of Death," claims that part of the reason that people become uncomfortable when topics concerning the body come up is that things like using the bathroom reminds us on a deep, perhaps unconscious level that we are animals in need of "release" just like every other creature on Earth. As he somewhat bleakly concludes, despite our immense intellects, we will never be more than "Gods with anuses." Fortunately, many of us find that "releasing" nature's call is simple, and we can go about our everyday lives without much worry or concern for our bowels. However, as I learned, there is a very common affliction that can remind us of how stuck within our bodies we truly are: hemorrhoids. While I eventually sought hemorrhoid treatment in order to feel better, I have to admit that the experience was enlightening. Before you dismiss this claim, let me explain how I encountered two of Zen's most important insights, stay in the moment and accept the transience of life, by way of a mass on my bottom. Staying in the Moment As many Zen practitioners will reiterate time and time again, one of the basic principles of Zen practice is the art of being mindful. Rather than flowing through life unaware of our actions at any given moment, Zen promotes a heightened awareness of every experience. Personally, I cannot say that I thought much about my body when sitting upon the commode, but when I found myself with a firm impediment upon my rear, I was completely swept up by a hyperawareness of what I was doing. I felt the pain of release. Perhaps it speaks volumes of my approach to life, but I cannot say that I had much felt the need to hold on to things, which brings us to the next lesson I learned. FslaHMmt
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