Becoming a Mystic
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Comment from Dolly'sPoems
An inspiring write with honesty and truth. As humans we let ego get in the way because it gives self esteem and makes us feel worthy, but in truth why should we have the need to feel better than the best man. I fear that this flaw in human nature will never be resolved, but I loved reading your philosophic words, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2017
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An inspiring write with honesty and truth. As humans we let ego get in the way because it gives self esteem and makes us feel worthy, but in truth why should we have the need to feel better than the best man. I fear that this flaw in human nature will never be resolved, but I loved reading your philosophic words, love Dolly x
Comment Written 07-Sep-2017
reply by the author on 07-Sep-2017
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Your "If Only.." indicates total understanding of what I am trying to convey. Thanks...John
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Thanks John, have a great day, love Dolly x
Comment from DonandVicki
Your essay connected with me as I have just finished reading a few books on "Stoicism" and they talk a lot about Self Control. very nicely written. Don and Vicki.
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2017
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Your essay connected with me as I have just finished reading a few books on "Stoicism" and they talk a lot about Self Control. very nicely written. Don and Vicki.
Comment Written 06-Sep-2017
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2017
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Thanks...John
Comment from estory
It's an interesting essay, backed up and framed by some pertinent quotes, and you explain your theories of self and its relation to the world around it very well, in pretty understandable terminology and using relevant examples that people can identify with. I think the two biggest differences between God and man is the concept of time, and the concept of self. God has no concept of self. He acts as a servant, doing everything for us. He gives us the sunlight, the rain, the plants and animals we need for food, the land we live on, and each other, to love and have families with. We look at everything from the point of view of "How do I get through it? What's in it for me? This is MY house, MY money, My book, My pictures. Few people would give up any of things for anyone else, let alone their life. estory
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2017
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It's an interesting essay, backed up and framed by some pertinent quotes, and you explain your theories of self and its relation to the world around it very well, in pretty understandable terminology and using relevant examples that people can identify with. I think the two biggest differences between God and man is the concept of time, and the concept of self. God has no concept of self. He acts as a servant, doing everything for us. He gives us the sunlight, the rain, the plants and animals we need for food, the land we live on, and each other, to love and have families with. We look at everything from the point of view of "How do I get through it? What's in it for me? This is MY house, MY money, My book, My pictures. Few people would give up any of things for anyone else, let alone their life. estory
Comment Written 06-Sep-2017
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2017
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Thank you much...John
Comment from Janilou
It is an interesting if rather intense read. I'm not sure about some of the CAPITALIZED words -- tended to throw me out of the flow of the reading.
Notes:
She did that from within her natural mind, (obviously.) Ego thinks in subjective terms when judging its observations, thus is always at least partially faulty in its evaluations. Helen Keller had no ego to spoil her accomplishments.
I think this would read better with the word Obviously at the beginning of the sentence.
Obviously, she did that from within her natural mind. Ego thinks in subjective terms when judging its observations, thus is always at least partially faulty in its evaluations. Helen Keller had no ego to spoil her accomplishments.
A piece of a picture puzzle is meaningless until we find the corresponding shape (in) which it fits.
into?
Best of luck with your writing.
Jan
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2017
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It is an interesting if rather intense read. I'm not sure about some of the CAPITALIZED words -- tended to throw me out of the flow of the reading.
Notes:
She did that from within her natural mind, (obviously.) Ego thinks in subjective terms when judging its observations, thus is always at least partially faulty in its evaluations. Helen Keller had no ego to spoil her accomplishments.
I think this would read better with the word Obviously at the beginning of the sentence.
Obviously, she did that from within her natural mind. Ego thinks in subjective terms when judging its observations, thus is always at least partially faulty in its evaluations. Helen Keller had no ego to spoil her accomplishments.
A piece of a picture puzzle is meaningless until we find the corresponding shape (in) which it fits.
into?
Best of luck with your writing.
Jan
Comment Written 06-Sep-2017
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2017
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Many thanks. Changes are complete...John
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written essay about the conscience of man and self-control that many have a problem with. To hold back your thoughts and anger when someone does something wrong and stupid against you are a difficult task but we can get it right with time.
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2017
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A very well-written essay about the conscience of man and self-control that many have a problem with. To hold back your thoughts and anger when someone does something wrong and stupid against you are a difficult task but we can get it right with time.
Comment Written 06-Sep-2017
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2017
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Thank you very much...John
Comment from brenda faye curtis
You either did a massive amount of research for this essay or you've been thinking about it all your life. Either way, the result is thoughtful, brilliant, and maybe disturbing to anyone who is far too sure about life and unwilling to consider that he may not have all the answers. You have definitely given me a great deal to think about, some subjects to Google, and for that, I am grateful.
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2017
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You either did a massive amount of research for this essay or you've been thinking about it all your life. Either way, the result is thoughtful, brilliant, and maybe disturbing to anyone who is far too sure about life and unwilling to consider that he may not have all the answers. You have definitely given me a great deal to think about, some subjects to Google, and for that, I am grateful.
Comment Written 05-Sep-2017
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2017
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Many thanks for the kind words and stellar rating...John
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You're welcome.
Comment from Fridayauthor
This is a very interesting and well-thought-out message that was a pleasure to read. You certainly referenced a number of great thinkers in coming up with this essay.
I especially like the one from Buckminster Fuller. Many years ago, I travelled to a small island off the coast of Maine. I stayed a couple of nights in his house, without electricity. He wasn't there and it was leased to a lobsterman at the time.
Most enjoyable posting.
Thank you!
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2017
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This is a very interesting and well-thought-out message that was a pleasure to read. You certainly referenced a number of great thinkers in coming up with this essay.
I especially like the one from Buckminster Fuller. Many years ago, I travelled to a small island off the coast of Maine. I stayed a couple of nights in his house, without electricity. He wasn't there and it was leased to a lobsterman at the time.
Most enjoyable posting.
Thank you!
Comment Written 05-Sep-2017
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2017
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Many thanks...John
Comment from MJ McIntire
The Self Control title caught my attention. When I started reading I was curious as to where this was going, I find the spiritual side fascinating.
I do believe we are all connected somehow.
I did get lost a little bit and had to re-read some paragraphs.
I found the last paragraph the best (no not because it was the end) because it says it all. Accepting who and what we are.
MJ
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reply by the author on 06-Sep-2017
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The Self Control title caught my attention. When I started reading I was curious as to where this was going, I find the spiritual side fascinating.
I do believe we are all connected somehow.
I did get lost a little bit and had to re-read some paragraphs.
I found the last paragraph the best (no not because it was the end) because it says it all. Accepting who and what we are.
MJ
This rating does not count towards story rating or author rank.
The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 05-Sep-2017
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2017
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Thank you...John
Comment from RPSaxena
Hello Cogitator,
It's a nice piece Non-Fiction having an educative approach.
Smooth and captivating flow up to the middle, but then it seems to be losing its grip.
It needs to be curtailed and redesigned to become perfect. I think so.
reply by the author on 05-Sep-2017
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Hello Cogitator,
It's a nice piece Non-Fiction having an educative approach.
Smooth and captivating flow up to the middle, but then it seems to be losing its grip.
It needs to be curtailed and redesigned to become perfect. I think so.
Comment Written 05-Sep-2017
reply by the author on 05-Sep-2017
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Thanks for the valuable input...John
Comment from Octavia
An interesting write, Cogitator. I have a few comments:
Talking about the "here and now" a good reference might be WIlliam Blake's "Halls of Laos", where he talks about time and space being and illusion -reality is like a dark hall with every conceivable event happening all at once. All it takes is a light (our attention) to shine on each event to give it "life".
Also this quote - ""I count him braver who overcomes his desires than him who conquers his enemies; for the hardest victory is over self." Aristotle.
Is this reference to a "desireless" life as being a good thing? The word "overcome" somehow gives it a negative connotation.
Somehow, I believe we are here to learn HOW to CREATE - our desires are what propels us to that goal. Are we not "creator Gods"?
Thank you for the fine article. I am just trying to clarify (for myself) some parts I find problematic.
reply by the author on 05-Sep-2017
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An interesting write, Cogitator. I have a few comments:
Talking about the "here and now" a good reference might be WIlliam Blake's "Halls of Laos", where he talks about time and space being and illusion -reality is like a dark hall with every conceivable event happening all at once. All it takes is a light (our attention) to shine on each event to give it "life".
Also this quote - ""I count him braver who overcomes his desires than him who conquers his enemies; for the hardest victory is over self." Aristotle.
Is this reference to a "desireless" life as being a good thing? The word "overcome" somehow gives it a negative connotation.
Somehow, I believe we are here to learn HOW to CREATE - our desires are what propels us to that goal. Are we not "creator Gods"?
Thank you for the fine article. I am just trying to clarify (for myself) some parts I find problematic.
Comment Written 04-Sep-2017
reply by the author on 05-Sep-2017
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Thank you much...John