Commitment

This is another writing that I stumbled upon written around 1980. I have made some alterations, but very little. It was titled “The Commitment”.

Contentment requires complete dedication to the opening of channels to the one within. There is only one route to travel, and you must make a decision whether or not you are willing to take this route. It will, by no means, be an easy one, and it will take much will power to succeed. The task can, however, be accomplished as we are all capable, but first we must make this total and complete commitment.

This commitment requires much dedication and an earnest effort on your part. First you must take an honest look at yourself and accept what you see. The transformation cannot begin until you have done this.

Next you will need to take a look at yourself from a distance or visualize yourself how you wish you will be in the future. Realize that what you wish to become will be accomplished through baby steps and it will take time to get there. You are human and therefore, you will make mistakes along the way and maybe even have to start over at some point but it is important to keep trying. When you fall, get right back up again and never give up. If you follow these guidelines, you WILL reach your goal.

The greatest part of this commitment is that you must remain true to yourself. Set high standards for yourself. Do not be afraid to reach for the sky. The higher you aim, the greater the outcome.

The speed at which you move holds little importance. The importance lies in the realization that you are moving ahead. Understand that the very wish to attain this goal is pushing you in the right direction. As long as you have a goal in mind, you will progress.

Pay attention to your daily routine, and your reactions to events. What was your first thought that came to mind when reacting to an event? If the reaction is negative, look to the other side of the coin. As time passes and you begin to learn and understand this ability to pay attention and review the minds reactions, your outer circumstances and inner attitudes begin to change. This process will be slow at first, but as you familiarize yourself with this new way of reflecting on yourself, it becomes easier and easier, until finally no effort is required at all. You have now made this positive trait part of your personality.

As your internal views change, your external life changes for your beliefs mold your reality. You are in control; now take command, for your destiny is in your own hands.

In reviewing this writing from 33 years ago, it is obvious to me that our belief structures are in place at a relatively early stage of our personal evolution. We receive guidance continuously as we progress along our life’s path. Even at such an early stage of development, guidance is always available and accessible. The same spiritual teacher still resides within and the echoes of that time are still reflective in today’s development.

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