So, these words are heard all the time and we all nod our heads and say, "Yes!"
In the words of Dr. Phil, the big question is:
"How's it workin' for ya?"
Having been a spiritual leader and teacher for so long, I recognize the attraction of the idea of prosperity and abundance. I also know that the spiritual principles actually work...when applied! Where the breakdown seems to be is that most of us don't want to actually do what it takes because the "doing" is so frowned upon. Of course, the "being" is most important, but, there is some doing required.
In this economic change--and, it's only a change, not a disaster--there are some things we can re-visit in our own lives to make sure we stay on track. I know I've been re-visiting them lately, so, I'm thinking you might be ready to do so as well.
When the world gave us "The Secret", along with the awareness of metaphysical principles, it also gave an unfortunate idea: You can get anything you want by simply thinking about it and it will arrive. It's not that simple. That is magical thinking.
So, I decided to share some thoughts in the next few blog posts that I'm currently working with--again!!!--to keep me where I want to be: grounded in soul-driven living.I hope they deepen your understanding and inspire you, too. The first are from a favorite book, The Science of Mind by Ernest Holmes:
> "We do not teach that you can get what you want. If we could all get what we want, it might be disastrous, for it is certain that most of us would want things that would interfere with the well-being of someone else. While we could not expect to demonstrate that which is contrary to the nature of our own existence, we not only believe but we know that it is entirely possible, through mental treatment--through right thought and belief--to greatly influence our environment, its reaction to us, the situations we meet and the conditions we contact. There is such a thing as demonstrating a control of conditions.
...this Science does not promise something for nothing. It does, however, tell us that if we comply with the Law, the Law complies with us. No man can demonstrate peace and cling to unhappiness. He can demonstrate resignation, and call it peace, but it will not be peace. No man can jump into the water and remain dry. This is contrary to law and to reason. NO PERSON WHOSES ENTIRE TIME IS SPENT IN THE CONTEMPLATION OF LIMITATION CAN DEMONSTRATE FREEDOM FROM SUCH LIMITATION! -
It is a great mistake to say: "Take what you wish, for you can have anything you like." We dop not take what we wish, but we do attract to ourselves that which is like our thought. MAN MUST BECOME MORE IF HE WISHES TO DRAW A GREATER GOOD INTO HIS LIFE. wE NEED NOT LABOR UNDER THE DELUSION THAT ALL WE HAVE TO DO IS TO SAY THAT EVERYTHING IS OURS. This is true in Reality, but in fact it is only as true as wel make it. ...EVERY MAN MUST PAY THE PRICE FOR THAT WHICH HE RECEIVES AND THAT PRICE IS PAID IN MENTAL AND SPIRITUAL COIN.
Pretty much, this means that we have to our own spiritual practice...all the time! It tells us that their truly is no magic, and it is our consciousness that needs our attention.
Let's spend some time with these ideas in the next day or two. I'm going to, for sure.
You might want to take the MIDAS THINKING program, www.MidasThinking.com and learn how spiritual principles come together with daily life to make the difference you're looking for.
Many blessings,
Rhoberta
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