~Reality in Consciousness “Can African male and female relationships survive in America? Not if black-on-black love is dead. Not if we are still too scared to admit there is a problem while our families fall apart.” -Sister Souljah I came across the read “No Disrespect” by Sister Souljah nearly three years ago when I took the initiative in research to understand the sense lack of love and its effects based on experiences with my relatives of whom I unconditionally love (by default :). Upon the book’s insight and my reflection in comparison, I rediscovered my purpose in life. Being aware that a lot of us are embarrassed, or might find it so- called “messy” to have discussions on family matters outside of the “union” due to agreeable understandings of privacy. Well, that’s not the case here. Some immediate relatives that I’ve come to know, out of anger and frustration, have enabled stagnation in moving forward together by producing toxic past regression (unresolved issues), while spearheading the rudiments of a jaded internal love, but with all means of “not knowing any better” and with no awareness of their wrongdoings. In their own dealings, then by teaching their offspring an interchangeable love as the norm of navigation in life leaves some thirsty in greed for more. I speak in truth, and whatever that dwells in the dark, I will bring it forth to the light. The problem is mental illness, and I’ve been encouraged to recognize it over the years’ time, filtered through the conscious lens. Seeing the dis-ease range from a lower state of extreme denial of all things about self, stretching as far out to an individual existing in the company of negative entities. The lower stages of denial are reflections from a person who either is not willing to comprehend nor educate themselves about their circumstances which have led to a form of mental health disease born out of unresolved issues, which brings me to this build to reflect on here today. You see, mental illness first birthing is celebrated by the individual’s inability to recognize a lack of internal harmony after years of repetitive self-neglect. As this new form of a lower mental state and awareness of one’s self is taken hold, there’s no point in attempting to change a person who isn’t quite ready to live above the lower self. The practiced and handed down propagated empty phrase, “forgive and forget” has for years, upon generations until the next, demonstrated unconsciously how to eternalize unnecessary pain. It would be holistically ideal to forgive the people who hurt us but remember to not neglect the message that should’ve made you more aware of your powers today, hence the test of your ability to ascend with higher consciousness in the first place. The disconnection of reality (consciousness) from spiritual tests are seen as barriers instead of lesson plans to learn, pass, teach, and master. Then again, most people just can’t handle the truth and changes in life that will need to take place some time or the other. The duality that I can see now in my own individual experience with family relationships is no longer judged as good or bad, and their perceptions in life are just where it is meant to be at, in whatever time and space they uphold, but always in divine order. So, how can we begin to reverse generational jaded, interpersonal relationships when we can hardly be still for five minutes and receive knowledge today? Let me guide you to the wise words of Dr. Akua Gray, my Naturopath instructor, to gain a very simple and basic understanding of the natural flow of love. In the text, The Natural Health and Wellness Manual, an important study is examined titled “Love is a Given”, and therefore existing before we discover how to establish self-love. “Love is not something to possess; it is forever present because it is energy. The universal energy of love exists as energy of connection for all that exists in the seen and the unseen. Love is a powerful vibration to concentrate and direct when necessary for the realignment of an individual or group with their divine purpose. Those who are in alignment with divine energy can internalize this connection and see love in all that exists. Even with those things and people that are choosing to manifest the energy of evil and insanity, the enlightened ones will see love and do what is necessary to help bring them into alignment with truth that benefits all” (pp196). A person seeking to change their thoughts about love may take an extended period of time especially if they are operating from emotional addictions “(pp 196). Love is the first step to breaking any destructive cycle, especially in family matters. Knowing “that because love is an energy vibration that exists as a part of the whole divine energy, and energy cannot be created or destroyed, then the vibration of love is in complete existence in our lives at every moment.” Dr. Akua goes on to say that “it is when we move to activate higher levels of consciousness and dispel the myth that love is changeable, conditional or is lacking in our lives, that we connect with this truth and live each day in complete love that is supplied in abundance by the creator” (pp 196). Also, studying varies forms of psychology in college did shed some light of more comprehension regarding broken foundations in the home from a “sophisticated” classification standpoint as well. In a text that I read titled Intimate Relationships, written by Rowland Miller, I’ve found the term attachment styles helpful to how we shape relationships based on many different influences in our lives. According to Miller, “attachment styles appear to be orientations toward relationships that are largely learned from our experiences with others. They are prime examples of the manner in which the proclivities and perspectives we bring to a new relationship emerge in part from our experiences in prior partnerships” Miller goes on to say, “being learned, attachment styles can also be unlearned, and over time, attachment styles can change” (Fraley et al.,2011 pp 18). Meditating on this fact will bring you closer to vibrating on a love frequency, while having understanding of every reflection of yourself outside of the conception of denial. Change begins with you to unlearn. (I will expound more on the subject next week) Peace. ~ Written by: Reality S.J Source: Souljah, Sister (1994), No Disrespect, First Vintage Books, 1st ed. Gray, Akua (2016), Natural Health and Wellness Consultant Manual, BJK Publishing Miller, Rowland S. (2015), Intimate Relationships, McGraw-Hill Education, 7th ed. ***Stay Tuned in to reality in consciousness by simply Clicking on the Links Below! ~The Traditional Modalities for Healing by: Reality S.J Fields ~Website ~YouTube ~IG ~Paypal About the Author
S.J is a Certified Holistic Health Counselor, Health & Wellness Consultant, Author of “The Traditional Modalities for Healing”, Blogger & owner of www.realitynconsciousness.com. In her Blogs she enjoys writing Inspirational Tips about the utilization of Holistic Tools, such as Mindfulness, Awareness of the inner-self & its environment, weekly Affirmations for Sexual Abuse Survivors, & Afrikan Spirituality. She also loves reading, travel, fitness, & creating new vegan recipes.
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2/8/2018 2 Comments Ancestors | a Daily Observance~Reality in Consciousness If you’re like me and have been residing inside of the U.S for some time, then I’m sure by now you’ve probably caught-on to a ditz culture functioning around the endless and sporadic holiday-rituals, followed by fanatical “sacred” schemes, and social programming. Holidays that no one takes the time out to research the foundational fullness of. The programming is so real that if you pay enough attention to the constant and bi-weekly replays of sales and events, I guarantee you, it will distract you away from what makes you a spiritual being, living out a physical experience. Next, you’ll become a controlled, modern day robot, congratulations. An alternative concept to follow, rather than being morphed into an android by society is to experience a gradual daily, monthly, and even yearly inner-growth approach from what could’ve been an astounding principal at its origins, like Xmas. BUT. In the meantime, U.S holidays are celebrated with gifts of all things material by only focusing in on objects. For instance, during Xmas season, all over the states there’s advertisement based on whatever antic the new marketing team has pitched this time around to begin the ritual. They portray a season to give back to the “less fortunate” with fancy toy drives on TV, structuring more space for beds in shelter homes, and promoting all to donate a collection of socks to some random bin at the Goodwill store. It is absolutely ridiculous to have toy drives for a child who desperately needs a stable environment instead. Beds in shelters need to be plentiful, and not just when it’s a convenient season for the county. Overall, there are people who need food and holistic stability today, not just once a year! Half of the individuals that I know look forward to holiday distractions, so while at the dinner table or in the company of one another, there will be more “colorful” topics to discuss besides inner-growth or the lessons learned from experiencing a challenge in their life. On the other hand, the remaining half of individuals have been indoctrinated into social frenzies, excusing symptomatic holiday stress so that they can pretend to be happy. The endless extravaganza of streaming holidays is a hoax to the original people! The Afrikan-Indigenous peoples living in Northern America has forgotten the remembrance of those who came before us passed down with divine wisdom by our Elders. ~Ancestor. This is a blood-or extended-family member who has died and made the transition into the Spiritual world. This person is now in a position to render service to those who call out his or her name for Spiritual guidance in the material world. (Sacred Woman p126) ~Elder. Is an older member of your blood or extended family who carries the wisdom of the family. They may be someone you go to for advice, direction, and knowledge. The greater the respect you show toward your Elders, the greater your blessings will be. (Sacred Woman p126) A rich body of work that has taken me to another level of consciousness is the daily observances in honoring my ancestors. All indigenous cultures honor the ancestors, it is a part of our culture and tradition. The ancient Afrikan cosmology of God was to honor the ancestors first. All religion is based on ancestor worship; it cannot function without it. If you believe in Jesus, Buddha, Abraham, Jehovah, or Muhammad, and etc. a man that lived and died, this is ancestor worship. Honoring our ancestors helps us to be sure of our role and purposes of being here at this time. In our bloodline and sometimes not, we have one relative who is a Spirit Guide for us. Working, communicating, and knowing who they are is empowering. Start with the oldest Elder in the family, and begin to listen to his/her unique stories and the names of other family members. Make a list of those you do want to honor who lived in alignment with Maat’. Build an ancestor altar. Say their names and pour out a libation. At your Ancestor’s altar, you want to have the elements that represent fire, water, air, and earth. Now, begin to listen, for they will guide and help you to avoid things that don’t serve you. “Our Ancestors believed that the heart is the Gateway to our Higher Self. They recommended that we check our hearts daily to be sure that we maintain this high spiritual state of Maat consciousness, for it is through Maat that every yoke that oppresses will be broken. Remain in an active state of meditation so that Spirit may continue to reveal to us the divine plan of all circumstances.” (Sacred Woman p316) Comment Below; Who do you consider to be an Ancestor? Is there an Elder in the family who has many stories to be told? Peace. ~Written by: S.j ***Stay Tuned in to reality in consciousness by simply Clicking on the Links Below! ~The Traditional Modalities for Healing by: Reality S.J Fields ~Website ~YouTube ~IG ~Paypal About the Author
S.J is a Certified Holistic Health Counselor, Health & Wellness Consultant, Author of “The Traditional Modalities for Healing”, Blogger & owner of www.realitynconsciousness.com. In her Blogs she enjoys writing Inspirational Tips about the utilization of Holistic Tools, such as Mindfulness, Awareness of the inner-self & its environment, weekly Affirmations for Sexual Abuse Survivors, & Afrikan Spirituality. She also loves reading, travel, fitness, & creating new vegan recipes. |
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