I realized that in some of the articles I write, I do not actually outline a specific means by which to address a problem or improve one self. I instead suggest reading the other posts on this site, as spiritual and psychological well being is a result of practicing many spiritual and psychological principles in our lives. So, there may not be necessarily one answer to a given problem but a problem may be solved indirectly as a result of the culmination of our practice. And sometimes the answer lies in simply being aware.
I also realized that in some posts, where I don’t discuss an actual solution to a problem or a remedy for self-improvement, that I may only be creating awareness of the way things are, perhaps shedding some light on a situation which was not seen as it truly is. And sometimes this awareness is all that we need to change. It may not be necessary to seek other answers because the answer lies within the awareness. Let me give you some examples. I am guessing that most of you have never actually put your hand on a red hot stove and held it there for a couple of minutes. Sure, you’ve probably burned yourself many times but most likely, not on purpose and you now know what it feels like to be burned. So, you are aware that putting your hand on a red hot stove for two minutes would be an insane act, resulting in extreme pain, right? You know that you will be burned, yes? Do you need more answers or explanation or is just being aware that you will be burned enough? You’ve probably never jumped out of an airplane without a parachute either but simply being aware that if you did you will die prevents you from doing it. You don’t need any more information to prevent you from jumping, do you? Your awareness of what will happen to you is all that is required enabling you to act in a rational and healthy manner.
Just being aware of the way things are can, in many cases, be all that we need to change our behaviors. Once we see the truth, realize our motives and understand our actions, thoughts and feelings, we can begin to change. Don’t get too exited as more often than not, awareness is not enough and your awareness of reality is only the first step to change. Once we’re aware, the work begins, in which case I will try to provide specific actions to specific problems, but again, even though there may be certain things you can do to address a specific problem, the best results typically come as a result of a complete and balanced spiritual and psychological regiment.
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