The Journey of Spiritual Awareness

It is not a destination and it holds no title. It is not a time or even  intelligence, and it is not limited to the confines of some singular path. I ask  the questions . . . how do we find it, how do we define it, and where does it  lead us to? In bond to our sincerity and goodness of heart, let us now begin an  exploration of that precious yet mysterious thing we might call the journey of  spiritual awareness.

In attempt to simplify a complex subject, I believe we can divide the issue  into two general arenas: awareness of the self, and external awareness. If we  clarify external awareness as an understanding of others and the reality that  surrounds us, then awareness of the self would most obviously be an  understanding of our individual souls. By an on-going study and comprehension of  both of theses aspects of awareness, I believe a broader vision can be achieved  with which we can gain higher levels and insights to spiritual evolution . . .  an evolution which not only can redefine our very character and purpose, but  steps us into the expanse of new and greater dimensions.

Spiritual awareness seldom comes easily for with it are the tests and trials  of individual experience. Perhaps for most of us, it is external awareness which  is more comfortable to confront for it is more removed from the challenges of  our egos. Self-awareness relies predominantly on our personal ability to be  objective, responsible, and honest in evaluation. It requires discipline to the  maintenance of our clarity towards our content and choice of direction. It is  usually easier to spot faults and qualities elsewhere than to turn the mirror  around and face them within ourselves. In my opinion it is the added challenge  of self-awareness which makes it all the more important for us to deal with, and is therefore to be the prime focus of this  article.

In my opinion, self-awareness is actually more than an understanding, it is  also a feeling. It is a connection to a grand wisdom . . . a strength of divine  love . . . God, cosmos, call it what you may. It is an empowering feeling and a  compassion. Humble yet grand, it is a feeling which transports us beyond mundane  and three-dimensional life to a pure freedom and peace and expansion of spirit.  The threats and hardships to our lives become somehow removed from company of  fear and join with a certainty, a faith, a sense of protection with the  knowledge that we are actually far more than what might seem from the limits of  our five senses. Self-awareness is, at its heart, a confidence  in our totality as truly multi-dimensional beings.

Fear is the great inhibitor. Some much of the negative forces within us stem  from this primal misdirection. Fear in the form of ego tries to steer us from  honesty towards ourselves. Fear limits our perceptions, our value, and our will  to keep progressing. It is the control mechanism used against us by the  institutions and individuals who desperately wish us never to find the potential  of our self-empowerment. So long as that potential is never realized, we remain  to be defined as they would have us . . . as slaves whose life and power are  sacrificed to their appetites of control. We are as food to a parasite, fed upon  and herded by their orders, and made as pawns to a game of ambitious evils. Fear  is the chains of our imprisoned souls. It is all around us, attempting to  saturate us through the subtle mediums of media, religions, governments, and  social conditioning.

A careful discernment needs to be employed here with the subject of fear.  Elimination of fear can so often be corrupted by ego into an elimination of  wisdom. What I am not suggesting here is a bravado imbued delusion of  invincibility. Not fearing the guns on the hill is not the same as painting a  target on your head and stepping into the line of fire. Circumstances may or may  not require you to face those bullets, but don’t be a fool by daring them.  Sometimes the line between fearlessness and foolishness can be a thin one, and  there is no formula I can think of to always and conclusively know that point.  All I could recommend here is to employ both your logic and feelings to the  balance of necessity. Be willful in resolution, but not so stubborn as to deny  future understanding.

Finding fears and interferences within you can be a challenging task, for  many of them hide in the camouflage of subtlety. For myself, I have often found  as well, that what might be thought of as resolved may surface again to be  understood at yet deeper levels than before. We are complex beings, especially  when you realize we are far more than what might be perceived, and therefore the  path of self-awareness truly is a journey without ultimate conclusion. No matter  how far you travel there will always be another hill ahead. As human beings we  traverse but a small section of the map of full reality and truth. Beyond the  human experience lies more, and still more after that. This shouldn’t give you a  feel of futility, rather a drive of intrigue. Don’t worry yourself over where  you may be at, just motivate yourself to find and maintain the right direction.  Know, in time, that you will keep progressing if it is your will to do so.  Knowing where you are currently is just a reference point . . . a guide of  orientation to help you get to the next point. So, stay positive and optimistic  the best that you can.

Perhaps the best advice that I could  give to anyone, based on my own opinions and experience, is to monitor your  thoughts and feelings. Think, think, and think some more . . . and keep on  thinking! Ask yourself questions and quest for answers. Why do I feel as I do?  Why do I believe as I do? Are my reactions what they should be? Think about it,  then have the will to act and change according to your discoveries. See your  shortcomings and mistakes not so much as faults but as opportunities for  improvement. Guilt that is truly valid serves only as a reminder not to repeat  your mistakes, and should be grown out of by learning from it. Change doesn’t  need to be feared. Each of us is, in our own ways and conscious of it or not, on  a soul’s journey. The importance is simply to keep moving forward not backward,  and keep expanding in the power of goodness. Maintain that connection to a  higher source. Focus your will to a noble and righteous cause. Keep steady and  determined with every step across the terrain of reality on this, the journey of  spiritual awareness.

Dan  Thomas -    About the Author:

Dan Thomas is a writer and truth seeker. He is the author of the metaphysical  science fiction novel, Inner-Tech.

 

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A “contrast” is any aspect of your life that you do not like or needs improvement. It could be something about your job, how your body looks/feels, how you get treated by your spouse/family, or how comfortable you are financially. A contrast exists only to show you what you do not want. Do not get stuck in it, put your energy into what it is you really want instead – that’s when law of attraction starts working for you.

Healers and Lightworkers: 5 Keys for Healing at a High Vibration

Want to discover how you can ‘Shine your Light’ brighter and reach your full  potential as a Healer or Lightworker?

As a professional healer I am often  approached by other healers wanting to  find ways to heal their own wounds and self-imposed limitations, so that they  can ‘step out of their own way’ and really get on with using their healing gifts  and knowledge for the benefit of each other, humanity and the planet.

I  have observed 5 key areas that healers and lightworkers need to address to reach  their full potential and do their healing work at a much higher  vibration.

1. Become part of a community of like-minded people
Too  often, as a healer or lightworker, you may feel isolated in your family or  social network as being ‘different’, possibly even a little bit ‘weird’! Many  times that naturally high sensitivity leads to shying away from others and a  tendency to introversion. Nurturing, supportive relationships can seem difficult  to find. You may fear authentic expression of yourself for fear of ridicule or  persecution (something which may have been a very real threat to you in previous  lifetimes as a healer).

I have always believed in the importance of  creating a safe space and networking  opportunities, both personally and via the wonder of the internet, so that  likeminded souls can really open up and talk freely together about issues that  really interest them – a place, real or virtual, where others really ‘get’ where  they are coming from and can engage in deep, meaningful conversations and learn  from each other.

The benefits of such a community of like-minded healers  can be far-reaching. Not only are you actively-engaged in the like-minded  community, you can be happier and more confident about fully expressing yourself  as a healer or lightworker, your vibration naturally raises, allowing you to do  your healing work at a higher level.

2. Strengthen your connection to  Source
Some of the ways I recommend are by spending more time Being than  Doing, meditating more, being still and going deep within. Feel and write down  daily in a journal everything you feel Gratitude for. Spend more time surrounded  by the sights, sounds and aromas of Nature to feel your connection to the Divine  strengthen. Whatever gives you pure, natural joy brings you closer to the Divine  and ignites that Divine spark within you.

3. Put yourself as your number  1 priority
Healers and lightworkers are hard-wired to give to others! In  order to continue to give to others at the highest level, you must first give to  yourself and learn how to receive. Fill up your own cup first that you may give  to others from the overflow.

You must be willing to do whatever it takes  to care for yourself and to move beyond your own blocks and limitations, either  by self-healing or in a therapeutic environment. Self-care must cover physical,  mental, emotional and spiritual needs. As a healer or lightworker you are  probably already good at addressing your spiritual needs and clearing the higher  chakras, but how much physical exercise do you get and how nutritious is your diet? I think you get what I  mean….

Balance and attention to self-care in all areas of your life is  necessary to be performing healing and lightwork at the highest  levels.

4. Develop high self-esteem
The archetype of Chiron, the  Wounded Healer, is well-known and may be applicable to you. Often the best  healers are those who have developed deep levels of compassion for others  through their own personal life traumas.

If you struggle financially,  have vague feelings of ‘not being good enough’, of having to ‘prove’ yourself as  worthy or you hold back from speaking your truth, then chances are your  self-esteem could do with a major boost. 85% of people suffer from low  self-esteem in one or more areas of life.

5. Forgiveness
This is a  tough one for many people – including healers – who feel that ‘stewing’ in  unforgiveness and anger towards those you perceived as having wronged you,  somehow is getting revenge on them! The only person who is really getting hurt  is you, maybe leading you to physical dis-ease. Often the offender has forgotten  about the incident or never realized there was a problem in the first  place.

Let it go! The gift of forgiveness is for yourself, not for the  person who wronged you. Are you willing to hold your vibration low and risk  serious diseases such as cancer just to  be ‘right’? Forgive yourself, too, for having allowed yourself to be caught up  in the drama for so long.

Perhaps more so than in any other occupation,  as healers and lightworkers you need to constantly be working to clear your own  physical, mental, emotional and spiritual blocks and limiting beliefs. Focusing  on the 5 keys above is imperative for you to reach your highest vibration and  potential to do your healing and lightwork. You owe it to your self. You owe it  to the planet. As Mahatma Ghandi said, “Be the change you want to see.” Shine  your light brighter to raise the consciousness of humanity and for planetary  healing.

Michelle  Mayur -    About the Author:

Michelle Mayur is the ‘Healer for Healers’ and the visionary founder of the  Heal the Healer global community. She helps healers and lightworkers reach more  of their healing potential to raise the consciousness of humanity. To receive  your FREE healing meditation audio and become a FREE Member of the Heal the  Healer community of healers and lightworkers, visit www.heal-the-healer.com. Copyright 2011 Michelle Mayur

 

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