Comments on: Vespa Meditation

By: Steve Williams

Steve Williams — Thu, 05 Oct 2017 03:20:52 +0000

In reply to Claire.

Your description of riding your Vespa echoes my own experience. I find it difficult to explain to non-riders in a short conversation. Especially if they’re already focused on the “they’re so dangerous” aspect of riding. It may be one of those things you just need to experience. And like you, I treasure the rides. They’re a gift.

Thanks for commenting here Claire. I appreciate (and I’m certain others do as well) the insights riders offer on their experience and suggestions.

Ride safe!

By: Claire

Claire — Wed, 04 Oct 2017 20:56:31 +0000

I’m fairly new to your blog but really enjoy reading your posts, as they so accurately reflect how I feel when I’m on my Vespa. I’ve been riding for a year now and when I describe my experience to friends, I always say it feels like I’m meditating. There’s me, my scoot, the road, the traffic, pedestrians (I live in Sydney and commute on the Vespa) yet a sense of calm prevails. Worries seem to fall away as the mind quietens, and awareness expands to take in everything, yet becomes sharply focused. I treasure every moment on my bike 🙂

By: Dave

Dave — Mon, 20 Jun 2016 02:54:48 +0000

In reply to Tyson. Tyson, I had similar thoughts. What's easier about riding a scooter is that you're forced to get your awareness back quickly if it roams much. Actual meditation takes a bit more discipline.

By: Steve Williams

Steve Williams — Sun, 19 Jun 2016 21:47:40 +0000

In reply to Tyson. Your comments reflect my experience riding the scooter. Riding does keep you focused.

By: Tyson

Tyson — Sun, 19 Jun 2016 15:06:54 +0000

As someone who meditates, I can say that riding a scooter is the next best thing. Meditation is about being present and you have no choice but to be when riding a scooter. Yes, you can get temporarily lost in thoughts, but something will quickly happen to bring you back to the moment.