A raft needed to cross the river is discarded when the other shore is reached, not carried about on one's head.

How does one practice mindfulness? Sit in meditation. Be aware of only your breath.

I have the body of a GOD

Do not give up your authority and follow blindly the will of others. This way will lead to only delusion.

Whenever and wherever one encounters the arising and passing away of the mental-physical structure, one enjoys bliss and delight, which lead on to the deathless stage experienced by the wise

Wakefulness is the way to life. The fool sleeps As if he were already dead, But the master is awake And he lives forever.

Just as a line drawn on water with a stick will quickly vanish and will not last long; even so, brahmins, is human life like a line drawn on water. It is short, limited, and brief; it is full of suffering. One should do good and live a pure life; for none who is born can escape death.