“The dysfunction of the human mind and its condition is becoming more and more intolerable to the planet, and to humanity. People can’t live with themselves much longer.” — Eckhart Tolle
What does the above quote impart to the question of consciousness, you may ask. The response is simple, direct and straight-forward . . . everything. Momentarily, take a quick mental inventory of what surrounds your environment, space, work place etc. Rather than being a subjective participant in your “world,” become objective and begin to really scrutinize whether you are part of the problem or the solution in your own life. This takes blatant honesty with yourself, and a focused priority integrating a relentless, continuing conscious effort. Of course, that being said . . . another aspect of “non-engagement” may include this thought interjected by Don Miguel Ruiz, “Humans are mentally sick with a disease called fear.”
Once clarification is made as to exactly where you are in this moment, consciously, moving forward is a choice. That choice takes courage, dedication, integrity, honesty, principle, truth and the investment of your time to work through whatever is impeding your ability of present awareness in your own life, which may be paralyzing you with abject fear to act. Most individuals refuse to do the work necessary, leaving it to another time . . . which ultimately never arrives. A select few will take the initiative and act . . . now. In a quote I’ve used before and once again reiterate by Heraclitus, “Man’s character is his fate.”
Presently, is there anyone that you hold in high regard, admire or greatly respect? Why? What was it in their content of character that pierced your present awareness or consciousness? It has been extremely apparent in my experience, that it is becoming more challenging, difficult and at times impossible to brush up against individuals that inherently project unique, uncompromising traits of honor. Oh yes, you definitely know when you have met this type of human being . . . there is no mistaking that indelible imprint.
Have you noticed how “robotic or even comatose” individuals have become? Compliant with schedules, deadlines, appointments, meetings, seminars ad infinitum is a way of life, scrupulously protracted as to give substantive meaning to an unconscious existence. What individuals repeat to themselves and others through the emptiness of speech is reflected in another way by James Joyce, “The actions of men are the best interpreters of their thoughts.” As you read these words . . . what now motivates your intention of conscious thought, with a purpose that propells you to act? — JLR