Life’s Secrets.

The Depth behind the Mystery of Creation is called Science.
The Depth behind the Mystery of the Self is called Spirituality.

It has been said that the objection of technology is simple comfortability. We must analyze this.

Technology Occupies Us. It occupies the Brain. More than Occupies the brain, Technology Distracts the brain. Think about it. It causes spiritual needs, and human needs to become neglected. Don't get me wrong. I'm all about growth. I'm all about Progression, but Balance is always Key. The other day, my phone fell into water and I almost lost my mind. I had schedules on there, contacts, messages, all sorts of important data that disappeared in less than a minute. I had become dependant and I was let down. I decided then and there that I would continue to reap the benefits of technology, but I will never again allow myself to become fully dependant.

As time, progresses, we become more and more dependant on technological advances. We become more Expectant. Expectancy begets Ungratefulness, and Unsatisfaction. All these traits are bad for the Soul. They hinder the Spirit. How many times have you found your self saying: "Why haven't they invented this or that yet? When are they gonna come out with a phone that also has this and that?" This is called Expectancy; which can also be called Ungratefulness. Ungratefulness manifests Destruction. In this world, that destruction is already evident. We begin to take everything for granted, especially the most vital things in this world, like food and water. What happens when those vital resources dissipate? We realize then, that we never missed it…until it was gone. Technology without human values sees nature as a dead aspect. Science provides insight into nature, but spirituality exhibits nature as Reality. In the eyes of children, for example, nothing is dead in the world. The Sun, the moon, the trees are all looked upon as being alive. However, in the eyes of an ignorant individual, even animals and human beings seem to be objects or robot-like.
Technology without the aspect of spirituality is detrimental. Spirituality in itself, can be defined as the technology of Consciousness. One who is closed-minded is not yet amazed by the magnificence of the Cosmos. I suppose it all appears to simply exist…as an object; in the same way humans can appear to be robotic to certain individuals. Tell me, what in this world is not a mystery? Birth is a mystery. Death is a mystery. Life itself is surely a mystery. This Creation is an unfathomable Secret.

Well…there are five secrets that are sacred and guarded in
this creation:
-Birth is a Secret. In the way a soul takes a body, the selection of the place and time of birth, body type - including gender, race, & parents are all a secret.
-Death is also a secret. The When, How and the Why, the process of Separation of the Spirit from the Physical and the journey from there on are all secrets.
-The Principles of Governing and the Principles of Maintaining orderliness in creation are highly guarded mysteries.
-Nature is definitely a mystery. It seems that the more a scientist knows, the more he realizes there is to know. Science, though it appears to resolve the mystery in Creation, has only managed to deepen it. Knowledge of quantum physics, black holes and vacuums has only been able to deepen the mystery.
-Mantras or Rhythms of Consciousness still remain a mystery. The mantras and their influence and effect are all secretly guarded.

Remember: The Depth behind the mystery of Creation is called Science. The Depth behind the mystery of the Self is called Spirituality.

Whenever you consider a person, place, thing or idea as something sacred, your attention seems to become undivided. When facets remain the same, one tends to become less aware. Ever wonder why is it that when an act is performed repeatedly it seems to lose its sanctity? This occurs when the memory overpowers consciousness and the the sensitivity is lost. There is certainly a pleasure in activity. This sort of pleasure is momentary and, in turn, causes fatigue. The pleasure in rest is altruistic and energizing. However, in order to have Deep rest, one must be Active. The Proper Balance of Both is Essential.

Now we should Examine the Factors that Influence the Mind:

Space: Whatever location you are in. Every location has a different impact on the mind. Even in your own house, you can see that you feel differently in different rooms. Even in your own room, you may feel differently in certain sections of the room. A space where there has been singing, chanting, praying, incencent burning, or meditaion has a different influence on the mind. A room where there has just been arguing, or negative thinking will have another affect. Then, at a later time of the day, you may find the same rooms have a completely different impact on the mind.

Time: Time is another factor. Different times of the day and year all have different influences on the mind.

Food: Food is a big factor. Your choice in food, determines your choice in mind-state and vice-versa. Whatever one decides to input will affect the output.

Past Impressions or Karmas: These aspects have a different impact on the mind. Awareness, alertness, knowledge and meditation all have a huge impact on the Mind-State.

Associations and Actions: The people you choose to get down with and the events you choose to partake in all have an influence on the mind.

Now lets Examine the types of Discomfort & their Remedies:

The first type of Discomfort is due to the location you are in. If you are in tune with yourself, you will realize that when you move away from certain places, streets, or buildings, you immediately feel better. Chanting, Singing or something so warming to the heart as the laughter of children can change the atmospheric restlessness.

The next type of Discomfort is within the Body. Eating the wrong foods; Spirit-aggravating foods, eating at odd times, not exercising, the imbalance of over-working & under-resting can all cause physical restlessness. The remedy for this is exercise, moderation in work habits and a one to two day raw vegetable diet.

The third type of Discomformity is Mental. It is caused by ambition, strong thoughts, likes or dislikes. Knowledge alone can cure this restlessness; this includes seeing life from a broader perspective, knowledge of the self, and realizing the impermanence of everything. So what, if you achieve Everything? After your achievements, you will die. Knowledge of your Death, or even life, confidence in the self and in the Divinities can calm down Mental Restlessness.

The fourth type is Emotional Discomformity. Any amount of Knowledge cannot help with this type of Discomfort. The presence of a Guru, or a wise person can help calm the emotional restlessness, but the greatest remedy is Love; Unconditional Love from another being and the acceptance of this love. Reciprocation of the Love is also important. How else will you continue to receive if you do not know how to give?

The last type of Discomfort is rare, but it's a restlessness of the Soul. When everything feels empty and meaningless, you should know you are very fortunate. Do not try to get rid of this feeling. Embrace it! This restlessness of the Soul can bring authentic rhythms in you. It is so precious to get that innermost longing for the Divinities. The presence of the enlightened ones is what soothes this restlessness. Do not search for the Divine somewhere in the Sky or within Holy Literature. You can find the Divine in every pair of eyes, the grooves of the mountains, the flow of the river, the wind in the trees, the innocence in the animals. How? This only happens when you see God in yourself. Only the eyes of Gods are worthy enough to see other Gods. Heightened awareness brings you close to the reality. So, to acheive this, you have to increase your Prana ( the life-giving energies or forces of the universe).

This can be done through:

- Fasting and Eating live foods.
- Pranayama (Universal Breath Control) and Meditaion.
- Singing and Chanting.
- Loving Uncondiontionally and Earning Unconditonal Love.
- Sincere Gratitutude towards the Divine.

All of these combined is called Homage. When you have a certain reverence for all the Cosmos, you are in harmony with the entire Universe. Then, you do not need to reject or renounce anything because you will overstand that it all takes place in purpose. When you have reverence in all your relationships, your consciousness will expand; even small things apear to be significnant. Every little creature appears honerable. It is the reverence for the relationship that actually breathes life into the relationship. Practice the skill of having reverence for each moment in your life and for every aspect of your life.