This Cannot Be Repeated Enough 

Chasing the exotic ignores that which is already present;
this cannot be repeated enough.

Direct awareness is common to all. Anything else is merely a symbol, and we can become hung-up on symbols. Exotic customs can help remind us, but our own breath – or any of the senses – can do exactly the same thing – remind us of that which perceives. 

Consciousness is common to all. 
It is right here, right now.
That is where we start and end.

It is we who have to test 
whether whatever appears is direct, 
or is an addition.