Flames on the Body, Calmness in the Heart

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Flames on the Body, Calmness in the Heart:

My Journey of Cultivation at the Second Home of Lifechanyuan

Jiejing Celestial

September 20, 2025

（Edited by ChatGPT)

During my days at the Second Home of Lifechanyuan, I experienced for the first time a profound truth: desire, energy, the burning sensation in the body, and inner calm can coexist—and even serve as opportunities for growth.

I. Self-Attachment and Agony: The Flames of the Body

That day, my plans did not go as expected, and my intentions were not fully respected. Things deviated from my expectations, and a strong wave of dissatisfaction surged within me—entirely the fault of others, and I, the innocent victim.

The body reacted immediately, reflecting the inner anger: my heartbeat raced like war drums, my palms were hot and sweaty, muscles tense, as if my entire being were being scorched by flames. At the same time, the desire hidden deep within me amplified infinitely—a craving that could not be satisfied, burning like fire inside me, making me restless, helpless, even doubting whether I could continue my cultivation.

I paused, trying to fully sense every tense part of my body: the restlessness in my chest, the trembling of my hands and feet, the weight of each breath—I felt them completely, without avoidance. I took a deep breath and brought my awareness back to the task at hand. Scientifically, this is the process in which the prefrontal cortex regulates the amygdala, while the parasympathetic nervous system gradually eases the tension of the sympathetic nervous system.

The burning sensation remained, but the restlessness began to fade. In that moment, I realized that this intense bodily energy is not an enemy—it is a raw force that, when observed and guided, can be transformed into an opportunity for growth.

When I finally chose to apologize to the other person, my heart calmed like still water. The heat in my body lingered, but that energy had transformed—not into restlessness and complaint, but into focus and stability. In that moment, I realized this: patience and awareness can turn flames into warmth and suffering into growth.

II. Training Concentration through the Burning Sensation

After experiencing the burning sensation once, I found that I could recover from emotional fluctuations more quickly. That day, I walked into the courtyard carrying a lawn mower, the sunlight slanting across my shoulders, the air filled with the scent of fresh grass. After just a few minutes of mowing, my body began to feel hot again—the burning sensation replaying like yesterday—and the unfulfilled desire churned within me.

In the past, this state would make me restless, my movements shaky, my mind filled with complaints. But that day, I chose to stop resisting and instead focused my attention on the direction and force of each cut. The roar of the mower, the vibration in my hands, the warmth of sunlight on my shoulders—I felt them all, fully immersed in the task.

The remarkable thing was that the burning sensation was no longer torment; it became a source of energy. Mental restlessness gradually faded, replaced by concentration. The energy in my body no longer scattered, but steadily supported my movements, making each stroke of the mower full of power and rhythm.

From a scientific perspective, this is an illustration of how, in a high-energy state, awareness and guidance can transform bodily and mental tension into focus and endurance. Yet in the lived experience, it felt more like a wondrous dance: the flames flowed within me, yet transformed into a warm driving force, allowing me to reconcile with myself amid sweat and shifting light.

III. From Barbarism to Civility — Clear Communication and Field Awareness

At the Merit Garden of Lifechanyuan International Family Society Thailand branch, I once walked casually into an empty room to work online, wearing slippers and taking food, without informing Director Yang Le or the other members in the room, nor considering whether I was disturbing them. At that time, I thought I was free and unrestrained, yet an unspoken restlessness lurked in my heart. The burning sensation in my body was unconsciously amplified, like an undercurrent churning within me.

Director Yang Le’s gentle yet firm reminder made me realize for the first time: freedom does not mean ignoring the presence of others. Simple actions—informing others in advance, avoiding disturbance, respecting private space—gradually calmed the flames within me. Mental restlessness began to subside, and the tension in my body loosened. In that moment, I deeply experienced the “field effect”: the presence of others and the surrounding environment can amplify or suppress my inner and bodily reactions.

I learned three practical methods to better help myself move from barbarism toward civility:

1. Be aware of myself and the environment — Observe which behaviors trigger emotional fluctuations or bodily tension.
2.Adjust my attention — Bring awareness back to my breath or the task at hand, allowing mental fluctuations to gradually settle.
3.Respect others and keep them informed — notify in advance, respect personal space, reduce misunderstandings and conflicts, and ease inner tension.

Gradually, I discovered that when actions align with the environment, my mind and body flow accordingly. Restlessness and the burning sensation no longer rage like wildfire, but transform into peace and heightened awareness. In that moment, freedom and respect merge, like a gentle breeze over flames, allowing the energy of LIFE to flow softly and orderly.

IV. Sexual Resource Scarcity: Agony and Energy Transformation

At Lifechanyuan International Family Society Thailand branch, I repeatedly experienced the agony caused by sexual resource scarcity. When my desires go unmet, my body feels as if it is being scorched by fire: my heart races, my muscles tighten, and a restless, isolating tension intertwines, magnifying every sense of dissatisfaction. Fantasies and longings surge like a relentless flood, leaving me both anxious and helpless.

However, in such a high-energy state, I began to practice awareness and acceptance. Every instance of bodily heat was no longer an “error,” but a force that truly existed. I started to transform this energy: carrying the lawn mower under the sun to tidy the courtyard, focusing on each stroke; arranging the room, treating every object with care and patience. Mentally, I learned gratitude and contentment, no longer clinging to unfulfilled desires.

Gradually, I found that the sense of agony no longer pierced the body, but became a driving force for life and work. From a scientific perspective, this involves the prefrontal cortex regulating the amygdala and hypothalamus, while the parasympathetic nervous system calms the sympathetic nervous system, effectively guiding the high energy generated by sexual resource scarcity.

The burning sensation comes not only from within, but also from the environment. Resources are limited, rules are clear, and every action must be taken with care. The heat of desire intertwined with external constraints taught me to control my behavior, maintain focus.

I realized that civility is not just about following rules—it is awareness of the environment and respect for the needs of others. Every careful action, every smooth flow of information, acts as a regulator for my soul and body. The flames of restlessness gradually transform into warm light, bringing inner calm and allowing the burning sensation in the body to be guided toward growth rather than amplified by negative emotions.

V. Sublimation in Love

During my days at Lifechanyuan International Family Society Thailand branch, I gradually realized that the burning sensation is not only painful—it also nurtures the power of love. In the past, when jealousy, resentment, or complaints surged in my heart, I was often carried away by emotion, my actions driven by restlessness and desire. But when my body burned from intense self-attachment and craving, I began to pause, take deep breaths, and sense every heartbeat and every tense muscle.

In that moment, I began to understand this: even in suffering, one can practice gratitude, contentment, and cherishment. The flames in my heart were no longer mere torment; they became reminders—reminders to focus on the present, on others, on life, and on nature. I started to discover that true love is not an impulsive emotion, but the ability to remain calm and respond with gentle actions, even when the body burns and emotions surge.

From a scientific perspective, when the body is in a high-energy state and this energy is heightened by negative emotions, the burning sensation becomes more intense. By practicing awareness, cognitive regulation, and cultivating a grateful mindset, the parasympathetic nervous system can be engaged, bringing the body and mind back into balance and transforming this fiery energy into a gentle, enduring force.

I realized that this power flows warmly, quietly growing within the heart. Agony is no longer the enemy; it becomes a training ground for love. In the flames, I learn patience, calmness, and compassion—allowing the heart to ascend, and the body’s energy to become soft yet strong.

VI. Reflections: Following the Tao, Deviating from the Tao, and the Science of Cultivation

During my days at Lifechanyuan International Family Society Thailand branch, I gradually understood that spiritual practice is a path filled with both inner flames and gentle light.

Following the Tao — When actions, values, environment, and physiological rhythms are in harmony, dopamine flows gently, body and mind coordinate, and the heart feels at ease, as if sunlight filters through the leaves onto one’s soul.

Deviating from the Tao — When actions stray from inner principles or social rules, the amygdala is activated, cortisol rises, psychological suffering surges, and the body tenses as if being scorched by flames.

Field Effect — The presence of others and the environment silently influences my emotions, behaviors, and mental state, teaching me to be aware of the interactions between myself and my surroundings.

Resource Scarcity Effect — Limited resources make every action require caution, training my patience, focus, and awareness in the details of daily life.

Sublimation of Desire and Energy — When my body’s high-energy states are observed, regulated, and accepted, they no longer become suffering. Instead, they transform into concentration, endurance, and the power of love, infusing every heartbeat with the warmth of life.

The Second Home of Lifechanuian is the most authentic place of cultivate Tao. Flames and calmness can coexist, and the sublimation of desire and love can intertwine. Every moment of burning serves as a reminder; every moment of calm is a gift. I realized that cultivation is neither empty talk nor a trivial pursuit—it is scientific, real, and filled with the warmth of LIFE.

Along this path, I began to understand: to sublimate in love, allowing the flames of body and mind to become the light of LIFE rather than a source of torment. The heat of the flames and the serenity of the mind converge here, showing me that practice is learning to walk gently yet steadfastly within the fire of LIFE.

I am filled with gratitude: gratitude to the Greatest Creator for His blessings, gratitude to guide Xuefeng for wise guidance, gratitude to the Tao for all its arrangements, and gratitude to every beam of light, every breeze, every reminder and companionship at Lifechanyuan International Family Society Thailand branch; gratitude to Director Yang Le for patience and gentleness, teaching me respect, awareness, and restraint; gratitude to fellow practitioners for their presence, allowing my high energy to be understood, guided, and transformed.

It is precisely all of this—the environment, rules, the presence of others, and my own awareness—that allowed me to find balance between suffering and calm, and to achieve sublimation amidst the intertwining of desire and love. I am grateful for every moment of burning, every moment of stillness, every moment of growth—they are all part of the light of my LIFE.