Is the Concept of Ways to Alter Consciousness a New Idea?
And I will admit, all of this sounds very new-agey and far out, and in many ways it is.
When we speak of ways to alter consciousness a lot of people think of things like Echart Tolle's book A NEW EARTH, or the movie THE SECRET. Some people think of yoga mediation, and Buddhism. Others think of a life-altering course called The Landmark Forum. Still others reach deep into their various religions and spiritual leanings to come up with quotes such as "Love your enemies. Do good to those who hate you" and "There but for the grace of God go I."
But as I personally think about this I suddenly realize... the desire to alter consciousness is not so new after all.
As a race, humans have desired to alter their consciousness for eons now. And we've had some great ideas. We've had the idea of living in peace and harmony with others. We've thought it would be great to have tolerance for others, good judgment, and a love for all. We've longed to help people instead of hurt them. We have actually contemplated what it would be like if all beings lived their lives in joy, happiness, and with a high level of life fulfillment. We've pondered a world where everyone on the planet was fed, clothed, and educated.
No, the idea is not a new one. So then what is new here? Obviously there is something that makes the concept of altering consciousness hit our world, and rock it like an atom bomb. Here's what I believe. I believe that lots of people are dropping the bomb of possibility for a new new world order right on top of our heads. And we, for the first time ever, are actually able to see what it is. Masses of us now believe that we may be able to alter our lives and the world, by altering our consciousness. And this is a totally new phenomenon. Now we don't say it's definite. We don't say it will be easy. But many of us do say "This could happen." And that's big, and it's brand spankin' new.
Now here is what none of us is sure of- will kill ourselves of, or will we become this possibility of a whole new world?
If you're an optimist like me, you're trying to beat the clock. You and I will try to pull for humanity to find ways alter consciousness, and quickly. And in my articles and blogs, I will give you some good ideas of how to do this. Some are time-honored and take work and practice. Others like brain entrainment are simpler to do and may work more quickly. So stay tuned as we explore this whole new, but old, world. And with that I will say, namaste, and peace be with you.
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