HOW TO MASTER LIFE
According to science, self-determination is an illusion. This is because we tend to live
on autopilot, driven by subconscious sub-wills – i.e., conditioned tendencies and beliefs that automatically determine
what we think, feel, choose and do.
This is an unfortunate human condition that we’re
all subject to. But the surprising fact is that the moment we become aware of
this we can begin living in a more consciously self-directed way … and shape better
results. I call this LIVING AT OUR MASTER MIND LEVEL.
HERE’S THE KEY: true self-determination depends on making a mental shift from superficial
self-awareness to profound self-awareness.
The shift occurs when we observe ourselves from a
position of calm detachment; this reveals and disempowers automatic sub-willed
action, while it clears the way for more creative and effective action.
While we’re responsible for all of our automatic
behavior (which tends to define who we are), it’s not really who we are; we have a greater and more creative Self
hidden beneath it which emerges as we make the shift to profound self-awareness
and more mindful and loving action.
To do this can be a great challenge. It requires us
to vigilantly live at a higher consciousness level. We’re also challenged to become
non-defensive and non-judgmental about our reactive thoughts and actions when
they occur, noticing and accepting them for what they are -- and then choosing to
replace them with more constructive thoughts and actions.
With this approach we can master our destiny;
this is the path of life mastery and spiritual evolution.
A SPECIAL NOTE: Once on this path, don’t be
discouraged if the greater life you want doesn't suddenly appear. Remember:
creating a magnificent life is like weeding a garden. It’s a gradual process.
If you focus daily on one small patch at a time, a year or two from now when
you step back and take a broader look, you’ll see that your life has become
more glorious than you thought. And you’ll joyfully thank yourself.
Goodness and joy to all, Joseph.
SPREAD AWARENESS ... FORWARD THESE THOUGHTS TO A
FRIEND.
