As I explored other paths I remember many you had to 'feel' something. This feeling sometimes came a lot when you first started exploring a new path, then started to fade as time went on and the excitement died. Many forms of Christianity want you to be 'on fire' or 'filled with the spirit'. It's hard to always be filled or on fire. Luckily for us the Amida Buddha just wants you to chill in his vow. No special feelings. Maybe some peace knowing that you will be reborn in the Pureland. A simple mental assent that you want to be in the Pureland, a few Nembutsu's and go live your life. Your life of ups and downs. Happiness and worry. It doesn't matter because if you cling to the sleeves of Amida you will be reborn in the Pureland upon death and be a Buddha!
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