“Our evolution from now on will have to be through our conscious identification.” The Science of Mind
There’s a term used of recent vintage that identifies the need for being truly alive, and that is adrenaline junkies. This may refer to a myriad of things involving internal chemicals, the ubiquitous nuance of electronic devices, instant gratification or the knowledge that we can be contacted, reached or available at any time for any reason by anyone. Yes, in the digital age this is all possible, however, isn’t the definition of insanity the practice of doing the same thing over and over, expecting a different outcome? Of course, many would take issue with the demands of the job, the family, children, loved ones, friends, colleagues, instantaneous connection is mandatory. Is it relative to our existence, or is it another tool that we may use in an expedient manner, that enhances, enriches and embellish our lives, yet doesn’t define it or us? The Science of Mind defines another way to go . . . “Start your day with peace and you will live in peace.”
As a young child, my parents always interjected a very simple phrase that I have carried with me as a cornerstone of being conscious, and that is simply without peace of mind, the rest looses meaning, purpose and intent. Becoming calm, quiet, pensive, and reflective is almost a lost art. Putting it another way, idling in neutral is not conscious, creative or in essence productive. The mention of the word productive doesn’t necessitate action in this instance, on the contrary. Productivity in the consciousness of peace, stimulates a different form of energy for all of us. Taking this one step at a time, within the context of adrenaline and instant gratification through electronic communicative devices, is a daunting, challenging sometimes irreparable task . . . granted. However, what’s the alternative? Emptiness comes to mind, precipitated by not knowing who you really are, why you are here or the willingness to have the curiosity to find out or investigate. Mahatma Gandi takes this in another direction, but makes a provocative point . . . “The human voice can never reach the distance that is covered by the still small voice of conscience.”
Navigating the waters of technological evolution that bursts upon us almost minute by minute is intoxicating, welcoming, alluring, hypnotic, yet deceptive and gives us tools that create an environment of communicative possibilities that appear limitless. The key is that these electronic applications are tools, not to be confused or conflated with the essence of who we are in the truest sense of awakened consciousness. When do we permit quiet, solitude, stillness, contemplation, or reflection which illuminates our own inner beauty uncovering a true identity? Have we taken the time to experience the beauty of a conscious identification devoid of the constant bombardment of digital paraphernalia? We can choose to identify ourselves with that which embodies and empowers us with peace, calm, happiness, and beauty. In the last analysis, time rewards our choices as we awaken to the words of Kahlil Gibran, “Beauty is eternity gazing at itself in a mirror. But you are eternity and you are the mirror.” JLR