For a good many years now, so much has been made of the
process of having an intent or creating an intention, especially in the
metaphysical or spiritual realms. I have
made much use of this process, too, and have spoken of it at length to my
students and clients. Basically, it
involves having an idea and a vision of what it is that you intend, and then
giving it a big shot of emotional energy as rocket fuel before you release it
into the cosmos. So it is much more than
thinking or visualizing what it is that you would like to manifest.
Now, I am starting to rethink my whole philosophy around “intending”. As I have mentioned in other posts, I am
speaking to those of you who are reading this as humans who are on a spiritual
evolutionary path, and thus open to moving outside of the box that most of
humanity uses as their framework for life.
Let’s start with a few basic premises. Our path in life has been mapped out by our
higher aspects before we are born. At
least the basic framework and big life events are predetermined. Life is a process. There are no goals! What is the process? It involves, even for those who are
spiritually minded, putting one foot in front of the other, day by day, making your
mistakes and learning from them. By
doing this, you create the tools you will need for your next steps.
The ultimate goal is to get on the path that has been laid
out for you. You will know that this is happening
when your body starts to feel more and more comfortable as you go along. Your body is a barometer and BS meter. It will let you know when you are off! Eventually, your life purpose will be
revealed to you. So, look at the difference
between making your path and finding your path.
What I am talking about here is finding your path.
Now, let’s get back to intention. If you remember that infamous movie, “The
Secret”, where you were told that all you needed to do was to set a strong
intent, and you could have anything that you wanted. I would like to propose that all of that intending
was generated by a fundamental sense of lack, limitation, and poverty
consciousness. It was not meant to help
an individual find and get on their predetermined path through life. This also reminds me of the issue of
prayer. Most of that is done from the
same standpoint. Wanting something that
you feel you are missing. Begging out of
neediness.
What to do about all of this? I find that going through your day with an
attitude of gratitude and appreciation, no matter what is going on or what you
are experiencing helps smooth the way and keep you on the right track. This attitude does not leave any room for
lack and limitation at all, so there is nothing to intend for!
I also like to say “teach me, show me, guide me”. This sends the message to your Higher Aspects
that you are willing to receive assistance in the form of intuition, helpful
people, synchronicities, or possibly dreams.
Of course, this means that you also have to go through your day in an
undistracted state and paying attention to what comes your way. This can be hard for many, and that is
another discussion altogether.
So, the next time you pray for something, intent for
something, or even repeat affirmations over and over, really examine what is generating
that sense of lack, limitation, or feeling that something is missing from your
life. Do your best to process that
issue. I would also recommend my book “Traversing the Infinite Now”, which is full of helpful and easy ways to work your way
through any difficulty.
Above and below are photos from yesterday’s hike. Enjoy!
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