Get Real!

Posted on January 10, 2016 by positivelyjohn

Humanity being connected at the spiritual level,living amid the illusion of separation the ego-physical awareness creates, has an immutable drive toward assimilation or connectivity, as the uniting force of the Universe. We commonly refer to this invisible power as LOVE. The unmistakable truth is that it is the catalyst for all human activity, endeavor , and yes, even calamity and atrocity.

Once we understand that all of everything and beyond is actually ONE THING in motion, recreating ITSELF and expanding for the pure joy of experience, the picture I will paint here will become easier to digest.

At every turn in life we see how unity consciousness portrays the most positive aspects of existence.  Teams pull together for the benefit of the whole, ignoring the glory of the individual, ant colonies and bee hives, Human families, and corporate structures, all espouse UNITY CONSCIOUSNESS. This is because  ALL THINGS being ONE THING, functions flawlessly when actions are created toward the benefit of the WHOLE.

Toward that end, Divinity has set in motion the unifying song (UNI-VERSE), that when played in harmony, creates pure JOY. Each and every individuate component of this “ONE THING” is like an intricate puzzle piece.images (1) The action of life is to discover how the piece fits, which is THE AUTHENTIC SELF. Just as finger prints, irises, DNA,teeth etc, are all different, so too is our ability to contribute the the puzzle of divine “ISNESS”. The creative drive that advances our days be it destructive, or productive, is nothing more than our attempt to fit into our perfect spot to create that joy.

A huge blockage to the discernment of individual purpose occurs when the ego tells us to move in the direction that we see around us, as opposed to moving according to our spiritual drive. When we pander to the masses, and conform to societal pressures, we compromise our authenticity and limit our creative efficacy. An example would be that we could drive a nail into wood with a heavy wrench, or a shovel, but it would be easier, quicker and cleaner to do it with a hammer.hammer-nail

Humanity has too many monkey wrenches already. Discover the exact shape of your puzzle piece, seek the spot that it fits securely and make your move.

Authenticity s the only path to joy! Real

MAXIMIZE, DON’T COMPROMISE- GET REAL!

Emerge from your  shell as your TRUE SELF!386439_209228169159149_121637217918245_456969_1023216013_n

The Journey IS the DESTINATION!

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Renewal

Posted on September 13, 2015 by positivelyjohn

downloadTime is the great equalizer. Often it is the least used resource we have. It may sound surreal or abstract, but time is only a construct of our minds; a perspective with which to gauge, and catalog experience in linear progression.

The only reality is the present moment. The past can only be experienced as thought, and so to the future only imagined. ALL EXPERIENCE IS ONLY TANGIBLE NOW.

I am willing to bet that the vast majority of us have improved our lives over the evolution of our presence in this form, yet we allow what has past, to determine what we create, project, attract, and present today?

All of the greatest creators in history had thousands of failures before they became famous for some huge humanitarian contribution.  They understood that time existed to erase failures and allow for change and progress. ancientThe dinosaurs of the days gone by no longer walk the earth, so there is no need to fear them, or hide from them.

THE PAST IS GONE!

Likewise, millions of us are petrified about taking chances due to the fear that our sins of the past will taint our credibility in the present. This erroneous thinking has held back way too many creative minds. We hold the key to the closet  and can choose to keep it closed; or at least no feed into the stories that the bones sticking out will tell.

closetThe concept of time exists on our awareness to allow for the continues evolution of the SOUL and improved results from our efforts. Trial and error is just that, TRIAL & ERROR. We must keep plugging away until we can feel the joy of where we are. After all JOY is the point of all of this isn’t it?

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What if the butterfly refused to attempt flight because of it’s past history????

The Journey IS the Destination!

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Diversity

Posted on September 7, 2015 by positivelyjohn

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PERCEPTION, PERSPECTIVE, & DIVERSITY!
With 7.125 billion people living on this planet, there are bound to be endless opinions on EVERYTHING.
We have all heard it said:” You say potato, I sat Po tah toe., I have actually never heard anyone say Po TAH Toe, bu that is beside the point.
What we perceive, is what what becomes OUR REALITY. The vantage point ( perspective) has influence on how we perceive things. Thus, no 2 people are completely in synch with anything.
The vast diversity in opinions and view points is what makes this world so interesting, yet, at times, it can be divisive.

There are varying requirements when exposed to diversity.  The greater the number of variances in life, the more spectacular the mosaic will be.images

There is the need to:

  • FOLLOW YOUR OWN PATH AND REMAIN YOUR AUTHENTIC SELF.
  • BE OPEN TO LEARN
  • UNDERSTAND THE DIFFERENCES
  • EMBRACE THE DIVERSITY.

While it is arrogant to always believe we are right, and it’s ” My way or the highway”. we need to refrain from compromising our integrity just to get along and be liked. The intricacies of what to do when our ideology is challenged are endless.

From the perspective of “Judge not,,,,” the best course of action is weigh conditions against how they resonate in our own world view. If the nourish, go with them, if they are toxic, turn away. But never , ever condemn. Until we have walked in the shoes of another, we truly do not know the feel of their path.

Allowing our differences to separate us, is a choice!


When someone you know disagrees with you, do you:
1) Try to convince them of your view.
2) Thing they are crazy or ignorant and choose to have noting more to do with them.
3) Try to see their perspective ( after all, I am not be right)
4) abandon your belief and agree with them so they like you.
5) Respect the difference and move on?

Let me know, 1-5?                  The Journey IS the Destination

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The Contradiction of DESIRE.

Posted on August 30, 2015 by positivelyjohn

Desire is more than just innocuous want; it is quite literally the catalyst of creation. Everything we perceive, either created  by the hand of man, or realized in nature, exists solely in response to individuated, and collective summoning of it through desire.lake ps

As we look more deeply at the things and conditions we desire, and consider the correlative motive, we will find, our desire are born of our own refusal to allow that which is already prevalent: PEACE & HAPPINESS

If I want money; It’s because the amount I have has me believing I cannot find PEACE & HAPPINESS without it.

If I want relationship; It’s because my thoughts have erroneously convinced me that PEACE & HAPPINESS are impossible with companionship of a certain type.

If I want success; It’s because the situations I view from the world of form have thinking that PEACE & HAPPINESS will elude me unless I am successful and famous.

And so one, and so on! Every THING we strive for, create, purchase, envy, and admire are the ingredients that we erroneously have been conditioned to understand will be the panacea for the ills we suffer.

imagesThe truth is, that PEACE & HAPPINESS COME FROM THE LACK OF DESIRE. ACCEPTANCE IS THE KEY!

When we want for something, it is because we feel the lack of it causes our pain. However we have been taught that faith, and believing is the only impetus for manifestation:

Assume the feeling of your wish fulfilled and observe the route that your attention follows.”― Neville Goddard,

Mark 11: 24.What things so ever you desire, when you pray, believe that you  have already received them, and you shall have them

“I will be” is a confession that “I am not “ The Father’s will is always “I AM.” Until you realize that YOU are the Father (there is only one I AM and your infinite self is that I AM), your will is always “I will be.”  ― Neville Goddard

Our initial condition prior to the introduction of the illusory belief in need, was pure joy. Then we began to deny that joy, assign it to the condition of focus, then adopt the feeling that the required condition is possible, but not yet achieved. We then begin the elusive journey of keeping our desire at arms length and chasing after it.

1st of all, there is no condition or THING, that will bring us joy, only the acceptance of life can do that.

2nd, Once we think we “need something, that is an admission that we lack it, by admitting we lack something, we will never achieve it. Faith and The LOA tells us the only path to attainment is an inner knowing of the reality of what we seek. So then, if we knew we had it, we would not want it!

Therein lies the the allowance of acceptance!

Stop striving, and come to know I AM!me

Positively Speaking: The Journey IS the DESTINATION,

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MY BOOK! Finally finished it!

Posted on August 29, 2015 by positivelyjohn

MY BOOK

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WATCHTOWER

Posted on August 29, 2015 by positivelyjohn

Just as these stalwart structures have been directing travelers that they may navigate the obstacles hidden in the night, so too do your emotions guide the direction of your life.
We all have desires, dreams, goals and intentions; a veritable picture of the life we would like to experience.
We also take actions, make plans, purchases, decisions etc! There is a inner knowing of the synchronicity between where we are, what we are doing, and our intention. When we stray from the path in the darkness of our confusion, we begin to feel uneasy, confused, uncertain and tentative, this emotional illumination is the Lighthouse of our soul alerting us of the deviation from our intended path.
Sadness, worry, disappointment, anger, impatience and the like are all messages that a course correction is needed. Heed those messages and “Heave to” lest ye run aground matey!

LighthouseIn the same manner that physical pain will cause us to investigate our health, thus avoiding major issues down the line, as well as fear keeping us from hanging out of the window of a moving airplane, our emotions are the most intricate of all the human systems. Our feelings are the GPS of the Spirit. When the components of our physical reality unfolding from with, are not aligned with the conditions that bring us joy, the GPS kicks in ad shouts: “recalculating”. When we ignore the banter coming at us from the GPS, we end up further and further from our intended destination. The same is true with our emotional health. If we continue acting in the same manner, in spite of the negative feelings, the gap between where we will find our bliss, and where we are growth from the size of a pond to the enormity of the ocean.1 Listen to that small voice inside and keep your sails set in the direction of JOY!

The Journey IS the DESTINATION

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QUE SERA SERA

Posted on August 23, 2015 by positivelyjohn

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From a vantage point high atop the mountain, it is easier to see the world around us. Mountian rideI love riding my motorcycle as high into the sky as I can get. PerspectiveScenic views bring life into perspective for me.

I have been writing motivational material for several years now, but have been reading it for decades. I know, I do not know everything, but looking out at life, I can clearly see that many of our problems are tied to people with their own agenda, and no regard for others.

A ton of well meaning folk are chasing their own agenda, regardless what falls in their wake. We take from others, hoard, fear that we will not get “ours,” and compromise our present moment sense of peace, waiting for some BRASS RING.

I DO NOT BELIEVE ANY SPECIFIC CONDITION WILL BRING US HAPPINESS. TRUE JOY COMES FROM LIVING YOUR PURPOSE!

Unfortunately, and at the risk of much criticism, I feel I must say, some of the ills of this world can be tied to those GURUS & MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKERS, that strongly advocate for relentlessly following your dream AT ANY COST!
The REAL SECRET to PURE JOY, is to involve yourself in what you love, what you have a natural talent & inclination for, work at a pace that is comfortable, and let “WHAT WILL BE; BE”.
chipsWhile it IS necessary to have a GOAL, to point you in a direction, your JOY should not be tied to an OUTCOME, but to THE ENDEAVOR ITSELF! This way, you are never disappointed!

By living with expectation of a destination, we surreptitiously discount every moment we experience waiting for some future moment that may usher in the panacea for all of our ills. This leaves us always looking forward and missing the scenery we are riding by now. From us ridingthat end, life is endlessly tentative.

To truly savor the flavor of living, we need to be present in the present,  with our eyes clearly fixed on where we are, performing the activities that we have a penchant for, and let the chips fall where they may!

QUE SERA SERAme

HairpinWHAT WILL BE,,,,

 POSITIVELY SPEAKING:

The Journey IS the Destination.

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Direction!

Posted on August 18, 2015 by positivelyjohn

If you want to know where you’ve been, turn around! If you need to know where you’re going: Manage your Thoughts & Feelings, they are your GPS

As we look at the lives we are experience and wonder: WHY”, we must look deeply enough to see that what we are surrounded with is the physical manifestation of what we hold inside. To live the life we INTEND, we need to train our thoughts to stay focussed on ONLY the conditions we wish to see.

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BAIT & SWITCH

Posted on August 16, 2015 by positivelyjohn

HEY, I ORDERED STEAK;, WHY DID THEY BRING ME CHICKEN?

steakSo many times we wonder why we pray, affirm, wish & hope for 1 thing, but ultimately end up with the other? I”ll tell you: It is The Law Of Attraction, doing what it does, matching each of us with EXACTLY what we have been asking for! We may be looking for success and $$, but we continuously focus on our LACK of success, and NEED for $$, and that is what we end up with more of: LACK & NEED. chicken
If we play in the mud and shout “I‘m clean” we will still be muddy. When we walk in the rain, even if we scream to the heavens ” I’m Dry”, we will be wet.

POINT IS:
WHAT WE FOCUS ON, EXPANDS, WHAT WE DWELL ON, WE ATTRACT, WHAT WE THINK ABOUT, WE CREATE.

It took me quite a while to understand this. The LOA ( Law of Attraction) and Judeo-Christian teachings all tell us anything is possible with faith. Millions if us everyday, pray, or recite affirmations, meditate, and hope for the resolution of our problems and manifestation of our dreams & desires. So how is it then, that we are not all basking in the joy of our creation? There is a relative contradiction at play that we must be keenly aware of and ever so careful to avoid. All conditions in our reality are relative; meaning for up to exist, there must be down, in/out, high/low/ happy sad/ and so on. There is no reality without relativity. 

In the case of our individual life conditions; one causes the other. Poverty, creates the need for financial stability, sickness creates the desire for health, sadness is the catalyst for seeking happiness. The clergy, and the Gurus, the life coaches and authors, all tell us to keep a positive mind related to our desires and we will in fact create them. Jesus told  that our faith would set us free, and if we pray as though we have already received our prize, it would be so.

BUT MORE OFTEN THAN NOT, IT IS NOT!

This is because, while mired in financial ruin, our minds are swirling with the pain the debt has caused, the fear and uncertainty of what lies ahead, and the myriad of bill collectors at our door as we recite our affirmations and say our prayers.
Keep your mind focused on the desired end result, and that is what will appear! This is what makes faith so difficult. Faith is more than just exclaiming “I BELIEVE”. It is a deep inner knowing in the truth of what you believe. This knowing brings with it a certainty that offers relief from fear and dread. The new lightness of being, created by the knowing that our desire is manifesting, is what allows the condition  to unfold. This knowing, and certainty can only overtake us if our thoughts are focused on abundance, not lack and how to get out of it, or success, not failure and how to transcend it. While the mind entertains thoughts of the negative condition which was the catalyst for our desire, we feel the angst and grief it caused, and attract more of it. These inner thoughts, directed at the cause for our desire are what executes the BAIT & SWITCH.bait I for one know how difficult it is to stay focused on only what we wish to see, but it is requirement for creating ANYTHING! 

Keep your mind focused on the desired end result, and that is what will appear! Dwelling on the problem causes it to grow.

The JOURNEY IS, the Destination!

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GOALS-PRESENTS- MORTGAGE

Posted on August 15, 2015 by positivelyjohn

GOALS-In the world of “self-help, personal development, and Motivation, Goals are a Goalspivotal part. I, being an advocate for positive thinking, see an issue with what is being put out “there”.
Most, if not all, programs, workshops, and steps to success espouse the very strict rule of ” NEVER, EVER, GIVE UP- DO NOT QUIT- KEEP MOVING FORWARD and so on. You would expect that I would support that theory being that I’m all about being positive; BUT I DO NOT!. The tag line I have been using for the past few years: The Journey IS the Destination, is an affirmation of present moment awareness and gratitude for NOW.
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NOW IS THE PRESENTgift FROM DIVINE AWARENESS, PRESENTED TO US AS THE CANVASS FOR THE CREATION OF OUR WORLD. IT IS OUR GREATEST GIFT.

I was recently asked about some of my personal GOALS. The question was posed: Why did you give up? Well, truth be told, I have not given up, but scaled down the zeal with which I attacked the goal. Being an individual that is keenly aware of present moment awareness, looking to capitalize on NOW, as it is all that is real, ( Later is only a thought as is before- NOW IS THE ONLY TANGIBLE EXPERIENCE THAT EXISTS), I had to re-evaluate the path I was on.

Was I performing tasks that I did not enjoy?

Was I compromising time that could have been spent enjoying life with family?

Was I squandering resources, ( time & $$) that could have been used to bring in present moment joy?

Was the goal getting any closer?

Having answered all of the above questions in a manner that clearly was taxing my NOW, I have found cause to relegate the pursuit of my goal(s) in such a manner that achieving them are NOT the MOST IMPORTANT thing in my life.

THE UNCERTAINTY OF THE FUTURE SHOULD NEVER ROB THE TANGIBLE PRESENT!

“NOW” MUST ALWAYS BE MORE IMPORTANT THAN, THEN, LEST WE HAVE SACRIFICED OUR ENTIRE LIVES FOR CHANCE!


IF THE TASKS RELATED TO CHASING THE DREAM DO NOT BRING YOU JOY, THEN THE DREAM WILL ROB YOUR SOUL.


All goals must be for the moment, without being contingent upon a specific outcome. It is great to have direction and desires, but we must enjoy every step of the process or we will have compromised our entire life for the “Possibility” of something we are not even sure of.

NEVER MORTGAGE YOUR “NOW”, FOR THE POSSIBILITY OF AN ILLUSORY “THEN”, LEST YOU END UP IGNORING YOUR PRESENT !

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While I most certainly advocate having goals, as our wants & desires are the catalyst for all creation, I caution as to the priority, and weight we assign to those goals. There is a delicate balance to be achieved. Gratitude for every moment is the foundation for peace and contentment. Impatience and fanaticism with tunnel vision, is the devils domain.
SET GOALS WISELY
LIVE WITH GRATITUDE FOR THE MOMENT
The Journey IS the Destination.

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