Some religions teach that desire causes suffering, because it creates unhappiness with where you are in the Here and Now. As usual, something a little less extreme is more accurate and definitely more useful for us to consider.
Emotions are the language of the Soul and are therefore one of our Divine Birthrights. The are a link to our Divinity. When we feel something, it is a communication frm our Higher Power/Higher Self/Christ Within (whatever you want to call it). Anxiety alerts us to the fact that something we are engaging in is harmful to us. Anger alerts us to boundary violations. Desire is also a communication on a Soul level. Authentic desire is one that that can be followed while maintaining full integrity, honesty and responsibility.
In my Energy Pattern Healing practice, I have found that the fire of authentic desire is very important because it is the impetus that moves us forward in our lives. Following our authentic desires leads us to make choices that result in our own happiness, so happiness is actually a function of authenic desire, rather than the absense of desire. Denying desire leads to the false humility. This false humility comes into play because the ego kicks in at the perception of having attained some sort of "special" status. I'm not talking about neglecting people and responsibilities to get your own way. The trick is to find a way to reach that which you desire while respecting the people who count on you. The two are compatible.
Try It
Were you raised with the idea that selflessness or servitude is Holy and Divine? What desires have you let go of in order to remain "socially acceptable"? Often, our heart's desire leads to being of service in new ways. Write down the ways in which you could better be of Service if you were aligned with your authentic desire. It helps to understand that when we are happy and joyful in whatever it is we are doing, we are anchoring Light to the World and creating a better place for everyone. How is the world deprived of a service if you don't act on your Authentic desire?
Wishing you clarity around your Authentic desires,
Caitlyn
www.7StarEPH.com
Saturday, October 17, 2009
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