Catching the Big Fish

This past weekend i went to Barnes N' Noble for some quiet time and inspiration seeking. While I was there I was happy to run into a book by Director David Lynch, Catching the Big Fish: Meditation, Consciousness, and Creativity. This book had me from the beginning, reading the whole way through, on my visit. In this book, Lynch explores the idea of transcendental meditation as part of our daily lives. Through transcendental meditation, one enriches their life, becoming a happier, more peaceful and positive human being, therefore causing a rippled effect through others.

One of the passages that he stated in his book regarding L.A. ( spoke for me) is as follows: "I love Los Angeles. I know a lot of people go there and they just see a huge sprawl of sameness. But when you're there for a while. you realize each section has it's own mood. "

In the book’s first section, Lynch discusses the development of his ideas-where they come from, how he grasps them, and which ones appeal to him the most. He then shares his passion for “the doing”-whether moviemaking, painting, or other creative expressions. Lynch talks specifically about how he puts his thoughts into action and how he engages with others around him. Finally, he discusses the self and the surrounding world -and how the process of “diving within” that has so deeply affected his own work can directly benefit others.
-DavidLynchFoundation.org

Visit DavidLynchFoundation.org to learn more about transcendental meditation and how to enrich schools through it. Remember, "Happiness really does lie within."