Leader:
Eric
Four
study group members continued with the subject of patience. We were joined at
the end by another member before the meditation. We read material by David
McMillan on the topics of “Possessing Your Soul in Patience,” “Patient Anger,”
and “The Eternal Now.” Each topic had an application or experiment.
Experiment
1: To become more aware of possessing your soul in patience, for a period of
time set patience as an ideal or standard for the way you think and behave. You
may find it helpful to use the word "patience" as an inner mantra or
the phrase “in patience I possess my soul” as a silent affirmation when you
find yourself losing focus and mindfulness in the midst of life. Be conscious
of patience as a manifestation of spirit brought into material experience
through application in daily activities, especially when you feel your patience
is being tested.
Experiment
2: Be mindful of yourself and aware as anger arises in the various
situations of life. Find a way to patiently channel that energy in a
constructive way that is consistent with your ideals.
Experiment
3: As you work with developing patience, become aware of the timeless
dimension of experience that is available to the soul. This may first
happen during meditation, but be open to the possibility that you can become
aware of the eternal now during your regular daily consciousness as you go
about life. You will probably find the experience to be exceedingly
productive without feeling pressured, hurried, or fearful. When you are
ready, get in the flow.
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