Paraphrasing Matthew 12:25, Abraham Lincoln said, "A house divided against itself cannot stand."
In James 1:8 we're told "A double minded man is unstable in all his ways."
I recently had the opportunity to reflect more deeply on these concepts. I applied for a job I didn't get and truly felt I should have gotten. However there was hesitation and division in my consciousness about some of the things I would be trading off -- like closeness to my family -- if I got it.
What I realized is that when I am absolutely clear about what I want, I get it almost instantly. But as long as I'm divided in my desire I experience a lot of inner instability and confusion and outer conditions aren't clear and clean cut.
I think one of the secrets to living in harmony with oneself and others is "When in doubt, don't."
Seek first clarity. Be focused on what you really do want. And if there's a lot of inner debate going on it's probably best to release it and seek something entirely different.
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Monday, August 30, 2010
AN ELEPHANT IN MY SPACE
I usually dream at least three-features in technicolor and Dolby stereo every night. Dreams are a powerful way in which I’ve gained insight into my ever, evolving consciousness and I enjoy having them and working with them.
A couple nights ago I dreamt there was an almost dead elephant spread out in front of my home. It was huge and was deeply embedded in the soil. It appeared to be in its final death throes and some workers were standing around trying to figure out how to dispose of it.
As I reflected on this dream I realized it was my subconscious mind’s way of letting me know that an old, embedded belief system that has plagued me most of my life was finally ending.
I went into a meditative state and saw the workers painlessly putting the elephant out of her misery and then removing the body for cremation (purification).
Then I planted positive, helpful ideas in the deep gouges left by the elephant’s body and covered the thought seeds with fresh, rich soil.
Why an elephant? Elephants “never” forget; and it had been seemingly impossible for me to forget the belief system I was dealing with as it had been so deeply impressed upon me as a child. Also the saying, "There's an elephant in the room" means there's something that's not being dealt with. That elephant had been in my mental room way too long.
I am available to help you work with your dreams. E-mail me at kathrynbrenson@aol.com to set up an appointment.
A couple nights ago I dreamt there was an almost dead elephant spread out in front of my home. It was huge and was deeply embedded in the soil. It appeared to be in its final death throes and some workers were standing around trying to figure out how to dispose of it.
As I reflected on this dream I realized it was my subconscious mind’s way of letting me know that an old, embedded belief system that has plagued me most of my life was finally ending.
I went into a meditative state and saw the workers painlessly putting the elephant out of her misery and then removing the body for cremation (purification).
Then I planted positive, helpful ideas in the deep gouges left by the elephant’s body and covered the thought seeds with fresh, rich soil.
Why an elephant? Elephants “never” forget; and it had been seemingly impossible for me to forget the belief system I was dealing with as it had been so deeply impressed upon me as a child. Also the saying, "There's an elephant in the room" means there's something that's not being dealt with. That elephant had been in my mental room way too long.
I am available to help you work with your dreams. E-mail me at kathrynbrenson@aol.com to set up an appointment.
Saturday, August 28, 2010
A New Adventure
For several years significant people in my life have been telling me I should be blogging. And for several years I've ignored it.
NOW is the time. And I'm excited about sharing reflections on my passion for spirituality, personal development, hypnotherapy and dreams.
I've also started sending out a Newsletter each week through Constant Contact which will present a more in depth discussion of varous topics.
This week's message was about being willing to accept greater good and some of the blocks many of seem to have about allowing ourselves to change in positive ways.
If you'd like to receive my newsletter e-mail me at kathrynbrenson@aol.com and I'll add your name.
NOW is the time. And I'm excited about sharing reflections on my passion for spirituality, personal development, hypnotherapy and dreams.
I've also started sending out a Newsletter each week through Constant Contact which will present a more in depth discussion of varous topics.
This week's message was about being willing to accept greater good and some of the blocks many of seem to have about allowing ourselves to change in positive ways.
If you'd like to receive my newsletter e-mail me at kathrynbrenson@aol.com and I'll add your name.
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