Paths of existence
Our lives can be seen from two contrasting perspectives. Path A perceives life as a linear journey, progressing from past to present to future. In contrast, Path B views life as a continuous series of recycling phases, all occurring in the present. It's crucial to note that these perspectives are not mutually exclusive; rather, they harmoniously complement each other, offering a comprehensive view of our existence.
Imagine Path A as a viewpoint that sees life as a timeline, with distinct past, present, and future sections.
One's life can be viewed as a linear progression, where the past is referred to as our life history, defining who we are in the present and shaping our future. This path of existence is understandable to the human brain, with our identity being shaped by factors such as family, culture, childhood friends, education, career choices, and mentors. We create a narrative with a beginning, end, and foreseeable outcome. The past never changes on this path, and our present is controlled by the circumstances that we've experienced through our life histories. Our future is determined by how we perceive ourselves, thoughts, and actions. We tend to stick to well-structured routines, creating to-do lists and planning our lives. We believe the more we control our daily moments, the more likely we will succeed. However, this can be a burden at times.
"Path B: Life is viewed in the present moment. The past, present, and future exist simultaneously in the now."
On this path, change is the only constant, and everything changes. One shifts between realities every second. It may sound ridiculous to the human brain, but physical reality is experienced through one's present experiences. There is no need to dwell on the past or worry about the future because everything is happening now. For instance, when you change your perspective in the present, your past and future perspectives also change.
"We all come to explore different themes in life. To understand these themes, we must look at our current challenges - the things that have been happening repeatedly over the years. Often, we don't realize that we keep repeating the same patterns because life moves so fast. We move on to the next thing without taking a moment to reflect. We need to understand that the past, present, and future happen simultaneously. The only difference is that we label them as "yesterday," "today," and "tomorrow." When we focus on the present moment, we can deal with past and future situations in a single moment. It may sound weird, but it's lighter and simple."
The path we choose to fly in this lifetime is greatly influenced by the stories we have been told since birth. We believe that reality exists and that an unchanging truth has been solidified in this life. We go through our lives reacting to it as an endless battle, fighting with our own thoughts, personal stories, and other people. But what I have come to understand is that reality does not actually exist; it is only our experiences that do. Experiences can be molded; they bend, change, flow, and go back and forth - they are that flexible. For instance, the other day, it was gloomy, and when I stopped at my favorite spot in the morning to watch the sun, it was not visible to my physical eyes. However, just because it wasn't visible to me didn't mean it wasn't there - it was behind the clouds, shining through despite not being seen. This reminded me that nature is abundant - today, the sun is out, and tomorrow, it may be showtime for the clouds. It is all in the way I choose to see it, and that is much of the free will we have been given. This flexibility of changing what we usually call reality invites us to embrace new perspectives and experiences, fostering a sense of liberation and openness in our lives.
I hope this message finds you with an open heart to receive.
