A part of our purpose or being here on earth is to learn how to remove
envy, jealousy, greed and resentment. The only way to do this is to become
consciously aware of them as they appear in our life and then to consciously
work at removing them. We can only do the work when the task presents
itself. Be on the lookout for this
troublesome four. It will require discipline, strength, balance and flexibility
if you are to master them. Mastering
these you will begin to experience peace and serenity even in a world full of
fear.
Today we focus on greed
Greed is the negative side of the soul quality of love and tolerance for
others. Greed can mean having excessive avarice for material wealth. It is also
desire for power. Greed is never about the obtaining of things or money, but
about the power of usurping the freedom and individuality of others. Greed is
never satisfied so it tries to dictate, mold, command and usurp.
We all carry a bit of greed. It is a human quality. Don’t think of it in terms of acquiring and hoarding
material goods or money. Greed means to be selfish and this comes from the ego.
We all want to do more and be more. What we need is to learn to be content with
what we have and who we are. If you reach out and extend beyond your limit you
risk getting injured. That is why we need to always practice balance in body,
mind and soul. Just remember center everywhere circumference nowhere. Put aside
any misgivings about yourself and your life and let’s work to find balance and
contentment. If you can find it for a moment you can find it forever.
By finding balance we remove greed. It is recognition that we are not
our mind. We are our soul whose goal is to find balance and harmonize with life.
This does not mean that we should not enjoy life. We as humans are hardwired
for pleasure. We should enjoy every moment of life but never to excess. Just do it from a place of balance and contentment.
Remember not to reach out beyond your soul to physically take, mentally want,
or verbally flatter in an attempt to take that which is not yours. Earn your
merits, be trustworthy and generous.
Doctor Lynn
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