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Deep Hate: Can It Be Changed. . .Before It's Too Late?Read the article this discussion is about
This archived discussion is "read only". « Previous 1 2 3 Next » » sacred_insights - Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Self Criticism In response to Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Self Criticism posted by spiritalk:Well there are always other ways of looking at it... LOL As for me the spiritual has always been where I focus. I learned long ago that the physical couldn’t be relied upon because it is temporary and easily changed in an instant. What we are spiritually develops because of experiences and will stand the test of time be it good or bad. Cat -- posted by sacred_insights » RichardSpeaks - Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Self Criticism In response to sacred insights"I am having a hard time accepting the idea that we are physically perfect. . ." Before I go further into this, let me say that it is easy for someone (like me) who does not deal with a condition such as yours to say the things that I do. But believe me when I say that I have thought long and hard over the years before claiming what I claim. Others with similar and different physical conditions have challenged me. Now, Webster's Ninth Collegiate Dictionary's number one definition of 'perfect' is this: being entirely without fault or defect and b) satisfying all requirements. I am convinced that the Creator never creates imperfection. Each condition in which we find ourselves can serve either as a gift or a burden, depending on our own perfect outlook. The Buddha said this: The thought manifests as the word; the word manifests as the deed; the deed develops into habit; and the habit hardens into character. So watch the thought and its ways with care; and let it spring from love, born out of concern for all beings. . .As the shadow follows the body, as we think, we become. (The Dhammapada--The Sayings of the Buddha) We can choose to see imperfection, or we can choose to see opportunity. And, I truly believe that on some level, we have the power to heal ourselves of any and all conditions. The first one to heal is the mind that says "I am imperfect." That may be the hardest healing of all. So, in my own ignorant way, I ask you this question: is cerebral palsy a demon, or a gift? Only you can make that call. And the call you make determines the direction, don't you think? You are perfect nonetheless. Much love. -- posted by RichardSpeaks » sacred_insights - Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Self Criticism In response to Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Self Criticism posted by RichardSpeaks:You do make some good points here. I have learned long ago to see my condition and the challenges it poses as an opportunity as growth but seeing it as perfect and as intended by God well that is a bit of a different mindset. Still thinking on that one... Cat -- posted by sacred_insights » RichardSpeaks - Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Self Criticism In response to sacred insights". . .but seeing it as perfect and as intended by God well that is a bit of a different mindset. Still thinking on that one... " If you look closely at my last entry, you will not find "intended by God" anywhere in it. That, I believe, is one of the mistakes people make when they say that certain situations in their lives were intended by God and they should simply resign themselves to them. I don't happen to believe that. I believe in Nature, not as a god, but as a process. There are all kinds of good things, and not so good things, that can happen to us as a result of Nature. Hurricane Katrina was an act of Nature, not an act of God in the religious sense. Sickness, missing limbs, children dying--all a part of Nature. Having said that, I believe that we as thinking, creative beings can work with Nature in some very powerful ways. We can create healing within our bodies and minds. We don't have to accept and resign ourselves to "bad karma." "Oh, well, just my luck." Or, "I guess God wanted me to suffer." Nonsense. But it takes determination to overcome, not Nature, but our own sense of helplessness. I recommend to you books by Louise Hay, if you haven't read any of them already. You can find them in any major bookstore and also in the library. Your mind can heal you. Only you create the limitations. Much love, again. -- posted by RichardSpeaks » spiritalk - Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Self Criticism In response to Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Self Criticism posted by RichardSpeaks:Isn't Louise Hay who also believes she can identify and heal blockages that doctors do not see? God bless, J -- posted by spiritalk » spiritalk - Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Self Criticism In response to Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Self Criticism posted by RichardSpeaks:The creator never creates imperfection is tantamount to "intended by God". In this life of lessons and learning we have many challenges....some are just more obvious than others....be they mental, spiritual, physical, moral, emotional, etc. Our life experiences 'colours' how we learn these lessons. We cannot 'blame' others for our lot in life, any more than we can 'give credit' to others for our own struggles. Negative thinking is like water running down a hill finding its own path and level. Positive thought is when we choose to change the path of the water. This is the challenge. Life is a card game; its not about the hand we are dealt, but how we play them. If you are given lemons, make lemonade. There are many inspired thoughts in cliques (SP) that make a lot of sense to our 'intent' and 'purpose' of life. God bless, J -- posted by spiritalk » RichardSpeaks - Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Self Criticism In response to spiritalk"Louise Hay" Quite possibly. I haven't followed her in recent years. But her earlier books are powerful. Also, creating perfection and intending may sound the same, but there is a difference. It reads like this: everything is perfect, just the way it is, faults and all. The game is to learn that we are the creators of our own destiny. Both the learning and the practice are part of perfection. Whatever the direction takes. Have you ever read anything on the Kabbalah? It says we are responsible for everything in our life. Everything, including that which appears to be random. That may be a bit out there, but I have found that the more I take responsibility for, including the outside stuff, the less I feel victimized. And the less I feel victimized, the more blest I feel. And the more blest I feel, the more apt I am to participate in helping to heal the world. How do I do that? By helping others realize their own responsibility. New Thought is about that very thing. Helping folks to end the sense of victimization. Not just learning to live with what ails us, but also learning how to reverse the flow, to stem the tide, to literally change our lives for the better. And in doing so, changing the world. Philosophical? Perhaps. But doable. It beats waiting for a second coming. -- posted by RichardSpeaks » Funked - Re: Self Criticism I have just read through all the messages.. I believe God gave us all 'free will', and we cannot force change on others. We only have control of our own thoughts and beliefs, and our preconceived ideas of what other people are thinking. Many predjudices are formed from 'life experiences', and many are broken by 'life experiences'. The best way to effect change is not by just 'talking about it', but by living it.I have been going through a few 'life changes' and have felt victimized over the last 5 months(My husband left me for a woman 18 years younger, after 31 years).. My belief is that all experiences in life are opportunities to learn and grow spiritually.. I recently read some lecture notes on 'Love Energy' from this site.. http://drmckenzie.com/ (bottom left of page)and it really has had the most profound affect on my way of thinking.. as simplistic as the thought is.. We all 'want'.. not to feel victimized, depressed, or hate over things beyond our contol. But if you can feel 'love', for yourself and others, it seems to banish away all bad thoughts. I, in no way, think I am 'perfect'.. I have my bad habits.. (which I hope to change).. I feel that 'forgiveness' is a step in the right direction.. I just thought I would offer my opinion here. Thanks -- posted by Funked » hawknut - Re: Re: Self Criticism In response to Re: Self Criticism posted by Funked:Thanks for sharing your ideas, Funked. Sorry to hear about your break up. Sounds like you're on the road to healing with your ideas. -- posted by hawknut » RichardSpeaks - Re: Re: Self Criticism In response to Funked"I, in no way, think I am 'perfect...' " Ah, but you are. See, most people think perfection, spiritually speaking, means without fault, blemish, spot, or break. Ain't so. Perfection means things are as they should be. . .for the moment. Spots and all. In the next moment, all changes. Whether we recognize the change or not. In order for change to occur, all must first break down, then reassemble. It can happen as Jesus said, in "the twinkling of an eye," or it can take millenia, such as in plate tectonics. However, each second something changes. You have it within your power to see yourself differently than you do. You may not want to, your call, but you can. Now, the following may be tough, but I share it in love, OK? You are in no way diminished by your husband's infidelity. You can see yourself as dejected, broken, mistreated, disrespected and you will live that out, taking much from your life energy that could be better used. Or, you can see yourself as perfect, whole, complete. That even though you loved your husband, he did not complete you. And, if you can open your mind to it, he takes nothing from you. . .only what you give away. So don't give anything away. You are too beautiful and too blest for that. You have a new journey ahead of you. It can be a blessing, or a curse. Your call. I have the feeling you'll make it a blessing. I stand in faith with you and wish you all the best!! -- posted by RichardSpeaks « Previous 1 2 3 Next » Please follow the guidelines set forth in the Suite101 Posting Etiquette when adding to the discussion. |
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