The universe remains unchanged throughout millions of years, regardless of our perception of it as either hostile or friendly. Our experience of the universe depends on our personal identity and our approach to life. During our upbringing, we develop belief systems that shape our perspective. Do we hold the belief that things will turn out positively and lead to success? Or does the fear of failure overshadow our trust in ourselves and the natural progression of events?
This morning, while standing in the shower, I felt overwhelmed by my emotions. Seeking solace, I closed my eyes and let the gentle flow of water soothe my face. In that moment, various images flashed before my mind’s eye, encompassing both past and future events, causing my head to spin. I observed these images as they danced within my thoughts, recognizing the importance of capturing them before they wreaked havoc. I realized that my thoughts were influenced by the experiences imprinted in me during childhood. In the past, I would have absorbed this suffering without limit. However, I have learned to temporarily set aside these thoughts, examining them later to gain insight into their impact on me. I understand that I have the power to transform my circumstances by seeking solutions to seemingly insurmountable problems, which induce fear and inhibit trust in our ability to achieve success like countless others. By envisioning the ideal resolution to a problem, we can work towards developing a new belief system. Yet, this process can be intimidating.
I am currently engaged in deep conversations with my sister. Although we were raised separately by different mothers, we have faced similar emotional challenges. This indicates that despite our distinct upbringings, we have adapted to life in a manner influenced by our father’s emotional perception and his experiences with people and events. My sister and I have come to realize that these experiences are not indicative of our true selves, but rather shaped by the beliefs we acquired during our childhoods through our father.
To address the beliefs and sufferings passed down to us, it is beneficial to gain a genealogical understanding of our origins. However, we must be cautious not to excessively dwell on the emotional pain from the past. As Neville Goddard advises, “Do not waste one moment in regret, for to think feelingly of the past is to re-infect yourself.” It is essential to identify patterns in our thinking and emotions, enabling us to envision an ideal outcome. By exposing our subconscious mind to positive content, we can develop a habit of perceiving favorable outcomes and overcome our fear of negative results. This simple practice has the potential to dramatically transform our self-perception.
Over the past few years, I have shared with my sister the principles I have been practicing. These principles revolve around the understanding that our original essence is inherently perfect, and that we are far more extraordinary than we can comprehend. We explore the reasons behind our current selves and examine how our perception of life prevents us from fully loving and respecting ourselves. Ultimately, it boils down to embracing a new perspective and consciously choosing our path. Do we want to reclaim our personal power and take control of our thoughts in life? Or do we allow the emotions tied to our thoughts to overwhelm us on a daily basis?