Monday, October 17, 2011

"Seeking Permission from Others"

Regardless to what people say, it's difficult to trust ourselves. We have been trained to seek outside information before we make the tough decisions. This is all a part of our human development.

One of the primary goals of enlightenment is to free the mind of the toxic beliefs we have been taught by others. And to do this, we must be willing to examine the formation of our beliefs. So, trust in ourselves is key to this process.

Several weeks ago, I read a great chapter in "Seeds from the Ashes," which I will share with you. The part I am sharing focuses on "Seeking Permission from Others."

"On your journey to discover the power you have to change the way you think, act, work, and live, you will have moments when you distrust yourself.

"During those moments when you feel isolated and unsure of yourself, there will be a tendency to seek guidance from others on whether you should continue on your journey.

"There are usually some people in your life that you respect and admire for their accomplishments. You value these individuals' opinions about you. You seek their advice on matters of great importance to you.

"If they say it is okay to move forward with an idea, it gives you comfort and confidence. Conversely, if they say you shouldn't move forward with your idea, it might cause you to second-guess yourself."

"These individuals represent your support system.

"There is another support system available to you. This one is far greater than your current one, because it advises you on how to change your life. This is a support system of one, you.

"You can use it whenever you want because it is within your mind -- intuitive consciousness -- where you will find this great support system that will give you the necessary power to change the way you think and live.

"You must know that you do not need permission from anyone, except you, to change the way you think and live. Someone told me a few months ago, 'It is better to beg forgiveness than to ask permission.'

"It is better for you to take action based on your ideas rather than asking someone else's permission."

Oh, the joys of enlightenment. We find so much information within our minds.


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