Dr. Linda Gadbois’ Post

Think with Me I recently heard the following expression and it got me thinking, "time is akin to god and memories attributed to the devil". This juxtaposition could be seen as a reflection on how time offers the possibility of moving forward, while memories sometimes pull us back into past experiences. Is it a poetic way of contemplating the tension between progress and stagnation? Time is often perceived as eternal, transcending human life and experience. In many religious and philosophical traditions, god is seen as eternal & infinite, existing outside the bounds of our understanding and time itself. Time, like god, is seen as a universal force, omnipresent & uncontrollable, giving structure to life without our intervention. Time is the framework within which change occur. God, particularly in religious contexts, is also often seen as a creative force that shapes existence. Just as time allows things to evolve, age, and transform, god is sometimes viewed as the agent of creation & transformation. Memories on the other hand can trap us in the past, where we dwell on regrets, mistakes, or desires that have long since passed. This process mirrors the devil’s traditional role as a tempter, pulling us away from our higher purposes toward self-doubt, guilt, or suffering. Memories often stir emotions such as longing, pain, or resentment, keeping us from fully engaging with the present. While time moves forward in a linear & objective manner, memories can be subjective & unreliable. The past can be reinterpreted, exaggerated, or idealized, much like the illusions or deceptions attributed to the devil. Too, just as the devil is often portrayed as manipulating our emotions & desires, memories can do the same. They can evoke past hurts or unresolved issues, drawing us into cycles of negative thinking, preventing growth, or stirring up inner doubts. Our human experience is deeply rooted in both time and memory. We are constantly moving forward in time, yet our identity is shaped by our memories. However, an overemphasis on memory (the past) can hinder our ability to live fully in the present and engage with the future. So I will keep the dialogue going in my head, as I find the statement very intriguing. It contrasts the constructive and inevitable nature of time (likened to god) with the often destructive and misleading nature of memory (attributed to the devil). It suggests a tension between forward movement, growth, and transformation on one hand, and stagnation, regret, and temptation on the other. This duality serves as a reflection on how we engage with both time and our personal histories, urging an awareness of the risks of clinging too strongly to the past while ignoring the potential of the future. We simply need to let go of those "What ifs"!

Amazing quote, but what are #SpiritualPerfections #LuminousQualities and #CharacteristicsOfMercy? To better understand this quote, I decided to breakdown this whole thing down. So... for the happiness of the world, which is the ultimate aim, material achievements, physical accomplishments, and human virtues must be reinforced with: LUMINOUS QUALITIES 👉 Love: Genuine affection and concern for others. 👉 Truthfulness: Honesty and integrity in thought, word, and deed. 👉 Humility: A sense of modesty and the recognition of one's place in the grand scheme of life. 👉 Patience: The ability to endure difficulties with calmness and perseverance. 👉 Forgiveness: The spiritual capacity to show compassion, overlook faults, and forgive others, reflecting the divine attribute of mercy (see mercy below). 👉 Detachment: Freedom from material desires and selfish attachments. The spiritual practice of letting go of worldly attachments, whether they be material, emotional, or mental, in favour of a deeper connection to spiritual truths. 👉 Justice: Fairness and equity in one's actions and decisions. 👉 Generosity: Willingness to give freely of one's time, resources, and energy. 👉 Wisdom: The ability to make sound judgments based on knowledge and understanding. 👉 Trustworthiness: Reliability and faithfulness in fulfilling one's commitments and responsibilities. SPIRITUAL PERFECTIONS: 👉 Purity of Heart: A heart free from base desires, focused entirely on love for God and service to humanity. It represents the spiritual cleanliness necessary to reflect divine attributes. 👉 Selflessness:The spiritual quality of prioritizing the needs and well-being of others above one's own desires or interests, reflecting true spiritual maturity. 👉 Steadfastness: The unwavering commitment to spiritual principles and the path of faith, even in the face of challenges and adversity. 👉 Radiance: The inner light that shines from those who are spiritually attuned, reflecting joy, positivity, and a deep connection to the divine. CHARACTERISTICS OF MERCY The spiritual capacity to show grace, kindness, and compassion, reflecting the divine attribute of mercy. 👉 Kindness: Compassionate and considerate behaviour towards others. 👉 Compassion: Deep empathy and a desire to alleviate the suffering of others. _____________ Thoughts? Insights? #Happiness #ChooseHappy #TheBettermentOfMankind #Spirituality #SpiritualFulfillment

All our deities, idols,spiritual stories & scriptures represents key solutions to mind and real life problems. Bhagvad Geeta is the best example of such mind clarification scripture through the medium of story. Similarly Lord Ganesha idol represents:- 1. Ganesha is the patron of arts and sciences, and is considered the deva of intellect and wisdom. His elephant tusk symbolizes intellectual strength, adaptability, and efficiency. 2. Ganesha's two tusks denote the two aspects of the human personality, wisdom and emotion. 3. Ganesha's large ears signify that a perfect person has a great capacity to listen to others and assimilate ideas. 4. The mouse represents ego. Lord Ganesha using the mouse represents the need to control ego and so it’s said that one who controls his ego has Ganesha consciousness. 5. Ganesha's single tusk implies single-pointedness. 6. The Trishul (weapon of Shiva, similar to Trident) over forehead symbolises time (past, present and future) and Lord Ganesha's mastery over it. 7. The four arms of Lord Ganesha represent the four inner attributes of the subtle body, that is: mind (Manas), intellect (Buddhi), ego (Ahamkara), and conditioned conscience (Chitta). Lord Ganesha represents the pure consciousness - the Atman - which enables these four attributes to function in us. Happy Ganesh Festival to All!!

Prayers of the cells of body. These are the values which when psychologically embraced gives one great progress by change of inner consciousness. Extract from the book- Prayers of the body for Divine Life -Volume 2-Chapter 5- Mind of the cells -Page 288 (Available in Amazon- Paper back/Kindle) Readers who want to know more, please read content 👇 Spirit vs. Matter Spiritual realisation in Consciousness vs. Spiritual realisation in Substance Apparent Matter is inherent Spirit. Matter is Spirit. Our body's cells hold greatest power as the Matter is verily the Spirit. Realisation of spirit in the body is the spiritual realisation at the level of substance. It is far more profound and adventurous when compared to the spiritual realisation in the consciousness. When the Spirit in the Matter is realised, it will be the richest experience ever enjoyed in the Creation marking the birth of Supramental being, next new species on EARTH after Man. These prayers are the prayers of the atoms of the body for divinisation of the body-substance, Matter. As the prayers contained in my book 'Prayers of the body for Divine Life' aids one for realisation of Spirit in the very Substance, these prayers are powerful to bring quantum transformation in one's consciousness in the beginning followed by transformation in the substance. #spiritualawakening #evolution #spirituality #transformation #prayers #consciousnessshift # consciousness

Today we are digressing from our usual "My-Lordship" Posts, in an attempt to dive a bit deeper into ourselves. 🌟 Spiritualistic Journey: Sachchidanand (Truth Consciousness Bliss) to Aham Brahmasmi 🌟 "Aham Brahmasmi," meaning "I am the divine," signifies enlightenment and the realization that divinity resides within us. This declaration, though made by an individual, represents the potential of every person to realize their divine nature. This concept refutes the notion of God as a separate creator or ruler, emphasizing that the divine is intrinsic to our own existence. It is not an egoistic claim but a profound acknowledgment of our true essence. The term "Sachchidanand" is a seamless unity of three elements: 🏵 Sat (Truth): The eternal reality of our existence. 🏵 Chit (Consciousness): An all-encompassing awareness, devoid of darkness or unawareness. 🏵 Anand (Bliss): The ultimate state of joy, experienced when we delve into the depths of our being. These three elements are not separate experiences but a simultaneous, organic whole, highlighting the poverty of language in fully capturing this unity. The true trinity of truth, consciousness, and bliss is an expression of a singular energy manifesting in three forms. In Eastern philosophy, this is known as TRIMURTI, the three-faced nature of God. To fully experience this unity, one must transcend the mind. A state of no-mind allows the awareness of truth, the fullness of consciousness, and the blossoming of bliss. An illustrative parable: A philosophically inclined fish searches for the ocean, questioning others who, though aware of its existence, cannot describe it. Ultimately, the fish concludes there is no ocean. Similarly, humans often seek the divine externally, unaware that, like the fish in the ocean, we are always within and part of the divine essence. This journey of self-discovery reveals that we are an integral part of a grand, interconnected whole, inviting us to explore our inner depths and realize our true, divine nature. 🌺✨

What if you're GOD? In the next 5 minutes, you'll discover how and why you are one with God. It sounds wishy washy. I know. But you’ll 100% agree with me before the end of this mini essay. But first, let's look at the poem, Invictus. Done? Good. The last line means you’re the driver of your life. The truth is, you're one with God. The perception that you're separate from God is wrong. But don't take my word for it; Genesis 1:26; “… and God said let us make man in our image after our likeness …” God is a spirit. In that regard, by the word, “image” you’re the visible image (that is, a reflection) of the invisible or spirit father, so to speak. I'll break it down for you. Who do you see when you stare at the mirror? You’ll see a vivid image/reflection of yourself. And the image on the mirror can do nothing of its own volition, It takes a queue from you; It moves when you move It smiles when you smile It waves when you wave But stop staring at the mirror or take it away from your face – and the reflection ceases to exist. There is ONE reason this happens. Or maybe two. In any case, let's dissect both; Reason #1. The mirror is not a being. The mirror is but a reflector of what's in front of it. That's why for Adam to be fully functional, God breathed his spirit into him. But there's more. “Man is a being living in a body” Myles Munroe Reason #2. Free will. As much as the human being is fully functional, it could be a puppet where God dictates for it when to walk, when to eat, when to sleep and when to take a shit. But that's not the case now,is it? God gave human beings free will. In other words, he can do whatever he pleases, how he pleases and when he pleases. But I must warn you. With freedom comes responsibilities. You must take responsibility for not only your actions. But also the consequences of your actions. With that said, you are the visible image of an invisible father; experiencing life in different bodies. Simply put; man is God living in a body. I know this sounds wishy-washy. But stay with me. Since the dawn of humanity there is a truth that all the religions are in complete and unanimous agreement upon. What is this truth? “Do unto others as you want them to do unto you” God doesn't keep a spreadsheet nor calculator to record who wrongs who and when and how the defaulters will receive punishment or rewards of the deeds, as the case may be. Imagine there are 3 water bottles; A blue water bottle A purple water bottle A yellow water bottle Now on the outside, they are different colours. But when you rip off the labels, you'll see the content of the container (aka water bottle) is water. It's the same content in different containers. In the same vein … [continued in the comments]

Everything is energy. “ As above, so below, as within, so without, as the universe, so the soul ~ Hermes Trismegistus Everything is energy. Are you experiencing anger? Do you feel disconnected? Or maybe you worry constantly. Here are a few tools to help you. Feeling disconnected go for a walk, feel the element of the wind, the breeze blow away your discomfort. Sit in nature and experience nature take away your anger. Write a letter explaining why you experience worry. Then burn the letter, grandfather fire will speed your ( be careful around fire) offering to your wise ancestors, don’t just offer it to any ancestor, because not all ancestors are wise, and not all ancestors have your best interests at heart. Your wise ancestors will take this letter and put all of your worry and anxiety into the purple flame for it to be transformed into pure white healing light. Then write another letter to you telling yourself your great qualities, if you think there is nothing great about you, ask a friend or family member what’s good about you? This lifetime is an experience, you have the ability to choose good experiences. It’s all an experience. Life doesn’t happen to you, life doesn’t happen for you, life happens by you. Every time you say ‘I AM’ you are calling in what ever comes after those words, you are owning what ever comes after those words. You know, ‘I am’, statements repeated over and over again become true, because you may have said ‘I AM not worthy and so maybe you now believe you are not worthy it is a core belief! I am is a causal statement. The universe law of polarity comes into play. Everything is dual. Everything has its opposite. Everything is energy. #innerpeace #innergrowth #peacewithin #peaceofmind #winningmindset Artist ~ Sarah Pike

 Here’s a concise and engaging summary of the “चित्तके जीतनेके उपाय ओर ज्ञानका उत्तम महात्म्य” from the Vasistha Ramayan Upasam Sarga: In this profound discourse, Sage Vasistha reveals the intricate workings of the mind and the illusory nature of existence. Let’s delve into its essence: The Illusion of Maya: The vast, incomprehensible, and awe-inspiring Maya is the creation of the supreme consciousness. It ensnares those who lack discernment, casting them into momentary turmoil or deluding them into believing they are kings after lifetimes of suffering. The Quest for Truth: Where does one find clarity amidst confusion? Where does truth reside? The seeker must discern between the illusory and the real, the transient and the eternal. The Chakra of Illusion: Like a spinning wheel, Maya perpetuates suffering. Only by restraining the mind’s wanderings can one halt this cycle of illusion. The Power of Awareness: The mind, like a playful child, can be tamed. By focusing on the present moment, we can break free from the relentless cycle of worldly illusions. The Ultimate Liberation: Just as a potter’s wheel spins within itself, the mind perpetuates the cycle of birth and death. But when the mind’s movements cease, the infinite sky of liberation unfolds. Embrace the Unchanging Sky: Abandon external rituals and pilgrimages. Instead, turn inward, still the mind, and merge with the boundless Brahman. Remember, the mind is both the creator of illusions and the gateway to liberation. Choose wisely, for within its depths lies the key to freedom. 🌟🕊️

Prayers of the cells of body. These are the values which when psychologically embraced gives one great progress by change of inner consciousness. Extract from the book- Prayers of the body for Divine Life -Volume 2-Chapter 5- Mind of the cells -Page 297 (Available in Amazon- Paper back/Kindle) Readers who want to know more, please read content 👇 Spirit vs. Matter Spiritual realisation in Consciousness vs. Spiritual realisation in Substance Apparent Matter is inherent Spirit. Matter is Spirit. Our body's cells hold greatest power as the Matter is verily the Spirit. Realisation of spirit in the body is the spiritual realisation at the level of substance. It is far more profound and adventurous when compared to the spiritual realisation in the consciousness. When the Spirit in the Matter is realised, it will be the richest experience ever enjoyed in the Creation marking the birth of Supramental being, next new species on EARTH after Man. These prayers are the prayers of the atoms of the body for divinisation of the body-substance, Matter. As the prayers contained in my book 'Prayers of the body for Divine Life' aids one for realisation of Spirit in the very Substance, these prayers are powerful to bring quantum transformation in one's consciousness in the beginning followed by transformation in the substance. #spiritualawakening #evolution #spirituality #transformation #prayers #consciousnessshift

Understand that consciousness is the purest essence of who you are. It is the part of you that recognizes and comprehends the oneness of all things. This consciousness is your individualized expression of what we often refer to as God, infinite intelligence, or the source universe—whatever name resonates with you. This is your true identity, the "I am." On the other hand, your ego operates on a different spectrum. It is the aspect of you that attempts to create the illusion of separation between you and everything else. However, we know that this separation is an illusion, a false perception that makes you believe you are distinct and disconnected from others. #ConsciousnessIsGod #Oneness #InfiniteIntelligence #IAm #EgoIllusion #Unity #SpiritualAwareness #SelfRealization