KARMA - The four great passions

Combating deceit requires strength. Each one of us has been deceitful, whether to others or ourselves. Being honest is challenging work; sometimes, the truth can hurt. It takes courage not to fall into deceit in a world that functions on untruth and misguided information. The antidote to deceit is honesty. But truth can be complicated. (story of the yogi) Combating Greed requires flexibility. Greed needs to hold onto and not be open to the energy flow. Energy, however, is what creates wealth. It's not wealth that destroys. It is Greed. To remove Greed, a moral compass tethered to generosity is required. Be generous with others—not just with money, but also with your time, words of kindness, and a helping hand. The more you give, the more that comes flowing back to you. This power of generosity is within you, waiting to be unleashed. Today, let's focus on strength and flexibility. END: Combating deceit and greed requires honesty and generosity. Practicing this in a world that operates on dishonesty and Greed can be very difficult. Use your strength and flexibility to be honest and generous. But be aware that sometimes honesty and generosity do cause harm. Like the yogi sitting in the woods, use your moral compass to always act in ways that are the greatest good for the greatest many. EGO: Flip your palm up and extend out your index finger – the symbol of the ego. The ego is our protective mechanism. But sometimes, it gets confused and sees deceit and Greed as ways to survive and thrive. We see others getting ahead by being dishonest and greedy and assure ourselves this is what it takes to be successful. Pull your finger in and place your thumb on top. Take a breath and surrender to the soul. The soul reminds us that we take no material things when we depart this world. We take the honesty and generosity we have given not only with our possessions and money but with our words and deeds. Always act in ways that are for the greatest good for the greatest many. Namaste~ may you walk the path of life with health, happiness, and peace. Doctor Lynn For classes, books, and consultations http://www.doctorlynn.com NEXT WEEK -anger and pride

WHAT IS KARMA, AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? A Review

Karma, a guiding principle in life, is the belief that every action, thought, word, or deed produces a physical or mental effect. It reminds us we're here to work through life's challenges, seeking balance, joy, and peace. What you think, say, and do shape your reality, so it's crucial to be mindful of your actions and thoughts. According to karma, we leave this world with unfinished business. We go to the holdover place, which is somewhat like heaven. However, it is not the final resting place but simply a place to reflect. When the time is right, we return to another life to fulfill our mission and remove any negative karma from our past lives. The soul does not possess human senses and thus must return to earth in human form to experience the desires of this lifetime. This means that your karma is divided into percentages, and these percentages rule out different areas of your life. We cannot change our individuality or family of origin, but we can change everything else about our lives, especially our ability to experience happiness and joy. We have chosen to return to a particular family as a particular individual to complete our karmic lessons. This takes work, which is karma, so let’s start. END: Karma particles, representing our karmic balance, come into our lives in percentages. These percentages play a significant role in shaping the nature of our lives, influencing our experiences and outcomes. We cannot change our individuality or family of origin, but we can change every other aspect of our lives. We have chosen to return to a particular family as a particular individual to work through our karmic lessons. Realizing the power we have to shape our lives, we can see ways to improve, and this is known as working our karma by making conscious choices and taking positive actions to improve our lives and the lives of others. EGO: Flip your palms up and extend your index finger. Only the ego makes humans pessimistic and prohibits joy, which causes us to suffer. We think we are working through life when, in fact, we are repeating negative behavior that keeps us in the karmic wheel of suffering. Pull your finger in and place your thumb on top. Take a breath and surrender to your soul. Nature, like the soul, is optimistic. Nature always finds a place of balance. This state of balance will remind us that Joy is found in the little things, such as the calm after a storm. It begins with being grateful for our chosen life and finding value in all its lessons. Practice positive karma -be and express your joy. Namaste ~ may you walk the path of life with health, happiness, and peace. Doctor Lynn For books, classes, and consultation http://www.doctorlynn.com

KARMA - AND THE FOURTH BLOCK TO SUCCESS IS?

The fourth kind of Karma is one that hinders your willpower. When this kind of Karma operates, it makes us incapable of doing even the simplest things. Negative thoughts grow and become more negative, more emotional, and more dangerous. These thoughts develop into anxiety, fear, anger, and even hostility. Finally, they break out into self-destructive actions. Many complications will arise when you lose the ability to harness your willpower. Willpower is the practice of self-control or self-discipline. It involves resisting shorter temptations and impulses to achieve long-term goals. To achieve this, we must consciously regulate our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and be careful not to block our knowledge, feelings, health, and vitality. Conscious control takes effort and work; that is how we work our Karma. It requires balance, being open and flexible, and remaining strong and steadfast. Let’s go to work. END: Be aware of your willpower—both its strength and weakness. Being conscious of self-control means working on bringing balance to your life. Achieving goals requires motivation, monitoring behavior, and willpower, which helps us resist short-term temptations. Working your Karma is not about self-denial but about being able to consciously work on bringing balance and strength advice to your life. EGO: Flip your palms up and extend the index finger, symbolizing the ego. Daily decisions and suggestions may take us off the soulful path. The ego is very good at giving in to impulsivity. This impulse is called ego depletion, or when willpower gets used up on a particular task. As a result, we cannot exert the same level of willpower on another task. Willpower is like a muscle. It can be both strengthened and fatigued. The key to successfully using your willpower is balance. Pull your finger in and place your thumb on top. Take a breath and surrender to the soul. Be patient with yourself and recognize that setbacks are a part of the process of experiencing life. Focus on bringing balance to your life, body, mind, and soul; you will then discover the secret to strengthening your willpower, and this is how to work your Karma towards a successful life. Namaste~ may you walk the path of life with health, happiness, and peace. Doctor Lynn

What is the Third thing that can block our success?

Karma, a profound concept, introduces us to the four great passions-deceit, greed, anger, and pride. These passions are emotions and the driving forces behind our actions. They play a significant role in our personal development and understanding of karma. It further enlightens us about the four things that can hinder our karma—the first two block knowledge and feelings. The third and crucial block is hindering our vitality or our health. Our journey on this earth comes with percentages that direct how we live our lives. Your name would be an example. It identifies you. A small fraction of these percentages is the length of your life. This concept is thought-provoking, as it underscores that the length of our lives is not as crucial as the quality of our lives. We significantly influence the length and quality of our lives through responsible choices that empower our health, body, mind, and soul. Therefore, the third block in karma underscores the need to focus on our vitality or health. Vitality is crucial for living a long and prosperous life. The theory of karma suggests that the longer you live, the more experiences you have, the greater your knowledge, and so the wiser you become. The length of your life is one thing, but the vitality of your life is another. The vitality you have now is a direct result of your past life. Be tremendously enthusiastic about life now; it will affect this life and your next life. The karma affecting your next life gets formed during the last 48 minutes of this incarnation. We cannot know how long our life will be, so make good use of your time and pay careful attention to your health. Your health and vitality are your wealth. Without them, everything else is meaningless. Be enthusiastic and grateful for the health and vitality of your body, mind, and soul. Let's get to work. END: The length of your life is one thing, but the vitality of your life is another. Be tremendously enthusiastic about life now, and it will affect this life as well as your next life. The karma affecting your next life gets formed during the last 48 minutes of this incarnation. We cannot know how long our lives will be, so make good use of your time and pay careful attention to your health. Remember, your health and vitality are not just important; they are crucial for a prosperous life. EGO: Flip your palms up and extend your index finger, the symbol of the ego. In psychological terms, the ego often revolves around self-identity and self-importance. Regarding the length of life, the ego might fixate on achievements, legacy, and how one is remembered. This egotistical view can lead to anxiety, regrets, and feelings of not living a meaningful life. Pull your finger in and place your thumb on top. Take a breath and surrender to the soul. Balancing the ego's desires with a more comprehensive view of life is crucial, as this promotes a healthier perspective. What truly matters is not the length of your life but the quality of your life. Life is meaningless without knowledge and experience, but you will find peace and fulfillment when you take the time to appreciate and value your life. It's not the quantity of your life that counts. It's the quality. Your health and vitality are your wealth. Without them, everything else is meaningless. Be enthusiastic and grateful for the health and vitality of your body, mind, and soul. Namaste~ may you walk the path of life with health, happiness, and peace. Doctor Lynn For books, classes, consultations, and more http://www.doctorlynn.com

What Are the Four Great Passions That Block Your Success

Studying karma is to soften and thus change one's karma. But with knowledge, finding meaning, direction, and ultimate happiness is possible. According to karma, ignorance is the source of all suffering, resulting from the four blocks of karma that obscure or conceal the truth. Last week, we explored the blocking of knowledge. Be open to learning and pay attention to the things happening around and within you. The second thing that blocks our progress is our feelings and emotions. Karma is about experiencing all of life, which includes all feelings and emotions. Everyone must experience joy, sorrow, pleasure, and pain. How we respond to these feelings is our emotional reaction. In simple terms, it means that we cannot separate the opposing forces of nature. We cannot eliminate night from day or pleasure from pain. They both exist as a reflection of the other. Every experience in life can be viewed as pleasurable or painful, depending on our interpretation. A mosquito bite causes pain, but scratching the itch brings pleasure. The same bite brings both pain and pleasure. We cannot block feelings and emotions and truly comprehend the nature of life. We are here to observe and find balance by staying flexible and strong. Let's get to work. END: Human beings are here on earth to experience all of life, including pain and pleasure. Life is comprised of opposites. We cannot know one without knowing the other, so be open to your feelings and emotions. Observe them when they arise and remember whether pleasure or pain keeps them balanced. Observe, acknowledge, and then let go. EGO: Flip your palms up and extend out the index finger. Feel it pull you from your center. The ego processes and manages our feelings to help us navigate and function. The ego balances the desires of the id (instinctual drives) and the superego (moral and societal standards). This balancing act influences how we experience and express our feelings. The ego uses defense mechanisms to protect itself from anxiety and uncomfortable feelings. Examples include: • Repression (pushing uncomfortable feelings into the unconscious). • Denial (refusing to acknowledge a painful reality). • Projection (attributing one's unacceptable feelings to others). Pull your index finger in and place your thumb on top. Take a breath and surrender to the soul. According to karma, the soul imbues feelings with deeper meaning and purpose. Feelings and emotions are part of the soul's work along its earthly journey. Its goal is to transcend the ego by bringing us to a state of unconditional love and acceptance. This tendency can lead to more harmonious feelings and a less reactive emotional life. Namaste~ may you walk the path of life with health, happiness, and peace. Doctor Lynn For books, classes, consultations, and more, http://www.doctorlynn.com