What do we really know about the intrinsic nature of consciousness and its essential role (if any) in the nature of cosmos? Probably a lot less than many would assume. There is no question that our knowledge of brains has expanded massively in the past century. But what does all this data about brains really tell us about consciousness?
In the end, integrating the shadow and the darkness (and embracing the Light) is mostly about being present to both, and having the courage to stay present rather than running.
Most people do not realize that researching and writing masters and doctoral theses, papers, and books can actually be an exciting and inspirational process. The key is being able to tap into your natural capacity for inspiration at will. And you can do that with “Free-Form Writing,” stream-of-consciousness prose, written fluidly, quickly and without immediate editing or too much conscious analytical thinking. It is essentially ‘effortless’ writing.
Human futures can never be merely about more technology, comfort and convenience. We have to open a space for people to move inward and develop an understanding of their minds at a first-person level. Some futurists think that a future where we can load our minds onto computers will be a utopia. Personally, I think that even if this is done, if those ‘minds’ remains as unconscious and ego-based as the vast majority we encounter on the internet today, all that we will get is a cyber-dystopia. A universe of ranting mental projections raging against… well, the machine. A machine in which we have imprisoned ourselves.
Empowered, deeply embodied men and women are not a threat to each other. We need to start listening to each other, being present with each other. Learning how to love again. Now is the right time to begin. Let there be (genuine) healing and empowerment for men. And for women.
If you fail to rein in your need for drama, you disempower yourself. Drama robs you of any chance of being fully present. The higher your propensity for drama, the less creative energy you have left to manifest your dreams.
A spiritual teacher is called upon to serve Spirit. At a very practical level, you have to decide what it is you are selling. This may not seem very spiritual, but actually there is nothing unspiritual about selling or making money. Remember, in the end it is all an exchange of energy.
Synchronicity weaves together your vision, your psyche, and the universe. The messages are often profound. However, sometimes they are a bit blunt, and the meaning may not be what you’d prefer to acknowledge!
Will the world be here tomorrow? Will you and I be here tomorrow? To be honest, I just don’t know. But one day soon, and in but the blink of the cosmic eye, the sun will rise and both you and I will be gone. That is an absolute certainty. Therefore, the most logical attitude to take in our short lives is to give thanks, to dance and to celebrate this moment of existence that the cosmos has very generously granted us. For this moment in time is all any of us have.
Conflicts are made worse by binary confrontations, where two parties go to war with each other. Yet there is another approach that can help us facilitate more open communication, peace and healing. Engaged Presence can help us to become part of the solution, not part of the problem.
Is Jordan B Peterson a modern Guru, Nazi, or just a guy with compelling ideas? Read this!
So you want to convince that skeptic about the validity of your spiritual perceptions. This is a problem faced by every person with a spiritual perspective. Here’s Marcus T Anthony video response.
The soul’s journey is one of grace. The universe guides us and nurtures us, much like a loving parent. But that parent knows the value of tough love. Oftentimes it leads us into places that lead to suffering, where that suffering can deepen our wisdom. And it is perfectly willing to allow us to make foolish choices which can lead to painful outcomes.
Michio Kaku is a chronic offender in this area, which is rather surprising given that his entire career is devoted to imagining science-based futures. Here’s what he says about telepathy in his book “The Future of the Mind”.
When contemplating your calling it is helpful to focus upon being true to your soul. This means fully honoring and expressing the innate beauty and courage that lies within you. And this happens naturally whenever you are present to life. You don’t even have to try.
