The Higher Mind
Many enlightened teachings speak of a higher self, higher mind, or higher consciousness. There are many terms that can be applied to the idea, but the premise is simply, that we can tap into a more “right”, inspired, state of being.
Often the notion of higher is applied literally, as if to suggest we can attain a level of consciousness whereby we see our person from above. Also the idea of higher can refer to elevated vibration, or goodness.
It does seem possible to connect with something beyond our egos, and to reach a state of flow that is free from worry, doubt, jealousy, or fear. Many researchers also refer to this elevated state as the love center.
As intangible as the notion is, it’s not difficult to experience for yourself. And you may be surprised to find little work is involved in doing so.
What many philosophies call “right action”, which can also be called inspired action, is spontaneous doing that arises not from our ego mind or from any deep planning. With right, or inspired, action, we might even act before thinking.
This is the essence of acting from the great source of consciousness. Whether this source is divinity, the collective mind, or a large intelligence within the individual is uncertain.
And truthfully I’m not sure the specifics of where this intelligence originates is important. The fact is when we are acting from true inspiration things tend to align in our favor; this really seems to be the ultimate form of doing.
When you reflect, does it seem your initial impulses are often right? Is it fair to say that when you are compelled to move without stopping to think, your actions tend to be more productive and focused?
For most of us this is the case. However the challenge remains finding and sustaining inspiration.
As the sayings go (paraphrased) when you seek it, you cannot find it. Or, when you try to grasp it, you lose it.
This is to say, that when we try to force inspiration we fail to do so. The notion is in fact counterintuitive.
To be in the flow of inspiration, and to routinely have access to the power of right thinking, we must engage inactivty. Practices such as meditation and mindfulness lead to an ability to allow our natural grace to emerge.
By seeking calm alertness and practicing body awareness, we elevate our overall consciousness and draw closer to inspired living. This path requires some discipline, but not the rigid sort we see in martial arts movies.
Rather than hard work, relaxation and trust are needed to reach a state of mind where we can find inspiration. It’s about a lifestyle, and not a sort of spiritual fitness program.
Inspired thinking is behind the beauty and power we see in the world around us. Great things are rarely the fruits of a person’s ego mind, and normally come from the higher self.
And we can absolutely raise our personal vibrations, thus allowing inspiration to work through us more often.
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