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It may feel like we have all stagnated but indeed we have not. The new energies are working deep within our Psyches revealing and healing old emotions and negativity that resides within us. If we are to be healers in the new earth our energies must resonate on higher vibrations and this is only possible if we are rid of all negativity and most ego attachments.Personally I am being shown emotions that I didn't know existed within me and it has come as a shock to my ego. Anger and intolerance has reared its ugly head and this reflects feelings I have towards myself on a deeper level.While reflecting the other day I realised that I didn't love myself as I thought that I did. I saw myself rigid and unable to reach out to myself with the love that I needed for healing. I could not do so. I prayed on this and began saying an affirmation "I love you Ann" and slowly I could feel energy released within myself that I had been previously blocking. I realised then that I had been blocking the new energies from entering my being because of this deep "unlove' for myself. Previous to this I had thought that I did indeed love myself.Daily I now say positive love affirmations to myself so that I may heal and allow the energies to flow freely and I see myself surrounded in pink light.This is what the new world energies are meant to do. They are not only healing our world but healing us as individuals so that we may partake of the joys on the new earth. The more we can open to these energies the more we will receive and the more healing we will have within us.So no we are not stagnant but deeper healings are taking place that allow our vibrations to rise into the 5th dimensional frequency. We must not fear them but welcome them with open arms for they are gifts from our Creator. Remember we are not only invited to heal our world but also our individual self for it is us that make up the new earth and humanity.Love and light to allAnnhttp://mydivineplan.com/
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The Ego

The Ego - does it serve us well.

We all have ego while separated from our Source. Jesus had an ego and, in later life, He suffered from its interference in His goal for life. I refer particularly to when He spent 40 days and 40 nights in the desert being attacked by the devil(ego or carnal mind). We suffer relatively with the same temptations.

Our ego is a necessary part of survival on our planet and our existence. It is our ego that makes life decisions, however there comes a time when this tool is no longer necessary, to the same degree.

The ego is that part of us that is created from influences in our environment such as family, teachers, peers and three dimensional life experiences in general. As a result its entire thought system is based on the illusion that this world is real. Anything that threatens this thought system is sensed as a threat to its very existence. The greatest fear of the ego is its annihilation and for this reason it fights vigorously and relentlessly for survival by warding off any attempts at change.

It is relative but the greater part of our ego exists solely in a three dimensional world. It finds it difficult to accept anything beyond that, for then it's existence would be threatened. The ego is programmed to survive at all cost. It has all the tricks in the book to unleash on our souls if placed in a survival situation.

  • Fear of the unknown
  • Desire to keep the status quo
  • Fear of change
  • Doubt in our core goodness
  • Doubt in our Divinity
  • Fear of judgement from others
  • An intrinsic need to be liked and accepted
  • Fear of death
  • Fear of fear itself
  • Fear of being recognised for what it is
  • Scrupulousness
  • The Dark night of the spirit.

Scrupulousness is an extremely insidious form of attack with which the spiritually aware person must cope. The ego actually attacks you with itself, making you so much aware of its presence that you feel completely absorbed by Ego. This causes a person to doubt the real existence of any trace of spirituality within, for all it sees is ego in all it does. Every word written, word spoken and thought thought become under strict scrutiny, so much so that a person can/will suffer despair.

Here is where discernment and humility must come into play. The ego is raising its head higher in an effort to save itself from destruction. Humility is important in realizing that you will always have ego in lessening degrees as you progress. One is never completely free of ego motivation in all circumstances. Acceptance of this fact is imperative for spiritual progression.

The need to be ego free is an ego based ideology.

"Do not concentrate on the ego but concentrate on love and the ego will dissipate of its own accord" [The Nine]

Always remember that the ego can never destroy itself so do not attempt to do so with your carnal mind.

Discernment is required when assessing just when the ego is over invested in an outcome of any mission, even though seemingly of a spiritual nature. Remember there will always be some ego present for we are human. An example of this could be that you are writing articles for a spiritual site. You become over scupulous and suspect your true motives for writing. Do you wish to appear all knowledgeable or even a spiritual leader? The ego would win entirely if you succumbed to this attack and allowed it to prevent you from offering knowledge that had been given for the purpose of helping others. A good solution perhaps would be to not put yourself too out there. Be discerning as to how much and how often. Remember keeping busy for whatever motive is a ploy of the ego mind to distract you from your real objective. You are not meant to save any soul but your own and the ripple affect will take care of the rest.

The ego (our carnal nature) will be the cause of ongoing battles within for the spiritual seeker of truth and reality. The ego represents everything that spirituality is not.

This particular ego attack is extremely difficult to withstand as it can be incessant and it is a prelude to The Dark Night of the Spirit which is the seeming death of the ego and loss of belief in all things spiritual.....This will be a future subject for discussion....

A good affirmation or prayer when feeling under attack is"It is no longer I that live but the Divine that abides in me" and/or"All thoughts that I think and all words I express are not of my carnal mind but are gifts of the Divine in me"

Ann McCarthy

http://mydivineplan.com/

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This writing only applies to you if you are willing to put in the effort to speed up the process of remembering who you truly are. You are a Christed One or One of the Light.

I will refer to the process as becoming your true Christ Self. A Christed being in embodiment. One who is to be "the Way, the Truth and the Light".

To some this may sound sacrilegious but I assure you that it is not. For who are you but a part of the Divine. Jesus was a Christed One while on earth and He now encourages us all to follow in His footsteps and Be the same.

"What I do you will do and more”

If you are a beginner on the spiritual path then this is perfect for you. There is much that would try and prevent you from progressing.

However be aware that as you process your emotions there will be times when you feel overwhelmed with them. Do not ignore them by becoming busy or distracting yourself in any way. Face them head on and accept their existence within you. Breath into them and you will be amazed at how they seem to lose their intensity.

As the Spiritual Journey is about healing there will be times that you feel you cannot go on but believe me when I say - you must. Spend time (a lot of time in the beginning) alone as this cuts out undue forces that would interfere with your healing.

We have all forgotten who we truly are. The process of remembering is a difficult task if left to your own devices in time and duality thinking.

However outside of time we are already One with the Christ Mind. The following is a process to speed up your development as a Christ on earth

Protecting yourself from spiritual attack is the most important aspect of this process of remembering. Once you begin all forces within and without will come at you. Your ego will fight like tooth and nail to distract you from your purpose. There are many methods of protection but personally I have found the following successful. Say it at least three times, three times a day and more if you feel the need.

It is necessary that you protect yourself at all times during this period of growth. For each time you think you have progressed some you will feel another onslaught of negative energy.

“You must learn how to defend yourself from negative energy, even the form of negative energy that manifests as evil spirits. I am aware that many Christians, and many spiritually interested people who are part of the so-called New Age movement, are reluctant to consider the topic of evil spirits. This reluctance is based on a defense mechanism that is built into the human psyche. The simple fact is that the human psyche does not want to recognize a danger from which it thinks it cannot defend itself. Yet, if you read the scriptures you will see that I often cast out evil spirits. Therefore, you cannot afford to ignore the topic of evil spirits.” [http://thedivineplan.webs.com/establishingspiritualprote.htm]

After you have done the protection exercise say this affirmation nine times at quite a high pitch.

I am a being of violet fire

I am the purity God desires.

Say it each time you have placed your protection around you.

Go here and read on Establishing Spiritual Protection

Next you want to establish a close contact with your Christ Self. I found this affirmation dialogue most helpful even though it is directed at establishing a connection with Jesus. It is one and the same so do not worry. It is very effective. Say it daily for 33 days straight, longer if you can.

Establishing a commune with Jesus

Say it along with this sound track as it makes you feel less alone and makes it easier. It takes about 20 minutes or less to complete so always allow yourself the time.

It is important to do it daily.

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Modem connection

Faster connection

I encourage you to read spiritual books often and call on your Angels and Guides to assist you. Give as much time as you can to this purpose for when you think about it - there really is nothing else more important in the world than this.

Ann McCarthyhttp://mydivineplan.com/
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Balancing Emotions for Ascension

"Attachment and aversion by sense organs for respective objects are natural; let no one come under their sway; they are his foes…notions of heat and cold, of pain and pleasure have a beginning and an end, are impermanent in nature…bear them patiently…be contented with whatever comes without effort, remain unaffected by pairs of opposites". [The Bhagavad Gita]

Red_Libra_Symbol_With_Scales_Royalty_Free_Clipart_Picture_090126-154144-379048.jpgEmotions are a normal part of life in our world of duality. Our own personal experience with emotions is what has brought us to this point in our lives.

Emotions are neither good not bad, but it's the attachment to outcomes that causes us either extreme pain or extreme pleasure.

Firstly recognising the emotion is important. Not fearing it and seeing it for what it is - simply a feeling - gives us the objectivity to look beyond at why we are feeling a particular emotion.

Being invested in the outcome of a situation whether it be winning a game, gaining a promotion, winning the lottery or just being the best parent keeps you bound in duality thinking.

"The serene minded person alone, to whom dualities do not disturb, is easily set free from bondage of samsara (world / cycle of rebirth) and attain moksha (salvation)". [taken from The Bhagavad Gita]

Motivated by desire to succeed we toss ourselves into the storm of the materialistic world. Success makes us happy but will only lead us to yet another need or desire, which ultimately may breed greed in us. This is what keeps us bound to duality and the cycles of karma.

If we wish to escape this Karmic Cycle and ascend into the 4th and 5th dimension it is imperative that we learn balance in all.

How do we achieve this?

1/. Accept yourself as you are with both positive and negative emotions. Do not hate or fear them for it is only this fear that gives them more power.

2/. Learn to protect yourself from outside negative energies (see Establishing Spiritual Protection)

3/. Call on your guides and angels for assistance. They are waiting for your permission to assist.

4/. Call on and use the violet light which transforms energies and neutralises them both within your soul and your aura.

5/. Give thanks each day for all you have. Realize that you have all you need. (If you haven't got it then you don't need it)

And always keep in mind that a person for whom "the Supreme is the object of realization, holds pleasures and pain in the same balance". [Subhamoy Das]

Ann McCarthyhttp://mydivineplan.com/
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