A.R.E. Meeting for 12/15/25

Leader: Eric and Greg

Four joined in fellowship as we continued our study of Patience. In the SFG book, we read the section titled “Means Through Which Patience Is Gained.” This section had three experiments. Choose one of the following:
 
Experiment 1: At the end of the day write down one experience from the day which, at the time it happened, was confusing, frustrating or difficult for you to deal with. Then have a moment of quiet to center yourself and to get in touch with your real Self. Listen for an answer as to the purpose for your having that particular situation arise. Write down your understanding of that purpose.
Example:  situation: I ran out of money at the store. I had to borrow money from a friend and I was somewhat embarrassed.
                 purpose: I needed to remember that I need the love and help of others and they need mine.
 
Experiment 2: Choose and write down one area of your life in which you would like to experience greater patience. Each day try to reflect the potential for wholeness that already exists (i.e., don’t be passive). Also be active in your patience (in deed and thought). If you find yourself falling into being only persistent, take time to review your ideals for that area of your life and re-orient yourself to active patience. Record your experiences.
 
Experiment 3: Select and write down some experience that you have been impatient to have happen to you (e.g., to get well, to get a different job, to get married, to have more friends). Each day affirm that you are having learning experiences that will allow you eventually to have that which you desire. At the end of each daily meditation period take a few moments to listen within and know that there is something within your soul that is directing and ordering your life. Write down insights that come from this listening and which help you better to understand how your current experiences fit into your growth toward what you desire.