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Wisdom for Life…
A collection of essays on the Three Principles and related topics. You are welcome to copy these articles and distribute them for educational purposes, providing you do not sell them and do not remove the author's name, company name and the copyright If you read these articles and find them helpful, please email elsie@3phd.net with your comments. Elsie would love to hear from you. Reader Comment "I read your article "A Message of Hope" and was again reminded of the power and simplicity of love and listening deeply. I keep having to be reminded of the simplicity of the principles and each time I feel relieved, refreshed and free."
Enjoying the Simple Things in Life Many
times throughout our life we find ourselves betwixt and between levels of
understanding. We get a sense that there is much more to learn but may
find ourselves caught up in old habits of thinking and behavior. Then a
flash of inspiration takes us to a new level of consciousness where we get
a glimmer of fresh thinking, a new way of seeing things. Sometimes the
glimmer is just that, a glimmer; then the old habits tug at our core and
we get lost in between the old and the new. That
is the time when the simple things in life become so important in helping
us move forward. While we mull over why we are stuck in limbo that is
where we stay. When we forget about ourselves and what is wrong in our
life we tend to “fall into” naturally enjoying life. We begin to see
the new growth of spring and marvel at the myriad of shades of fresh green
leaves on the trees, admire the variety of daffodils and tulips blooming,
of lilacs sharing their heady fragrance, and all is right with the world.
Once again, we find ourselves in the moment, enjoying the simple things in
life. Could
this be what life is all about? Could this be what being in the moment
means? Is it enjoying the simple pleasures of nature? Is it re-discovering
new meaning in long time relationships that makes them fresh, new and
exciting? Is being in the moment accepting life’s challenges and seeing
the challenges as opportunities to grow? These
are questions to ponder, questions to be answered by our deeper self. Most
times I answer a resounding “yes”. Other times, depending on my state
of mind, I answer with a degree of uncertainty. However, the ambiguity
does not feel good, and then I know that I am off track and not in the
moment. That knowing takes me to the present where once again I live life
the best I can. One
of the things I appreciate most about knowing we all have innate mental
health within us is the gentleness this knowledge brings to our life. I
find I am less judgmental about myself and others when I’m in a lower
state. The kindness and resiliency of innate mental health constantly
reaffirms itself, if we allow it to do so. Life
is a gift; the Three Principles of Mind, Consciousness and Thought are
divine gifts that provide us with the ability to create the best life
possible, at every moment, of every day. We always have a second chance.
It is never too late, no matter what happens. Consider this spiritual fact
for a moment – it is never too late to have a better life with deeper
understanding. Isn’t this remarkable? The
Principles allow us to see the past with understanding, unleashing tons of
thought baggage that we may have innocently hung on to, baggage that we
have accumulated because of events that occurred in the past. The
Principles offer humanity such hope, not only for letting go of the past
that is hurtful, but for the present and for the future. Knowing that we
all carry wisdom deep within us to provide solace and the solution to
mankind’s problems is a gift that keeps giving. How fortunate are we to
have a glimmer of this extraordinary bequest. Elsie Spittle May 9, 2009 © 3 Principles
for Human Development, Inc.
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