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When I first started teaching, I was asked by students to outline some keys to growing spiritually. Of course, there are many keys, but if your heart and mind are set in the right direction, you start the momentum of building spiritual power.
I have used these keys for many years in my classes. I offer them to you to facilitate your spiritual journey.
1) Imagination
The ability to imagine is one of our greatest gifts. Imagination is not fantasy; it is the power to envision something that does not yet exist on the physical plane. Through imagination, you can envision your highest self and set the ideal you aspire to.
2) Intense Spiritual Desire
Your desire must be strong to succeed on the spiritual path. If your desire is weak, your job is to fan that desire and, over time, make it stronger. Even if you take just one step a day in the right direction, you are moving on the upward spiral of evolution.
3) Knowledge
There is a lot to learn about the spiritual life. You need a steady flow of knowledge to be successful. Don't ever be fooled into thinking you have learned it all; there is always more to learn. Mystical knowledge, as well as knowledge in all fields of human endeavor, enriches the soul. We are all perennial students of life.
4) Affirmative Will
Willpower is the stabilizer of thought. It holds an idea in place until that idea becomes an expression. If you feel you cannot reach your spiritual goals or that you are somehow not worthy of God's attention, intentionally change that attitude. You have a spiritual potential in this incarnated life. Your attitude needs to be, "I know I will get there!!"
5) Perseverance
This is the ability to continue despite difficulties and opposition. Refuse to allow anything to obstruct your determination. Too many on the path get a faint heart and don't go as far as they are capable of. They quit too soon. Take the long view of your spiritual unfoldment. Perseverance leads to results.
6) Inspiration
Inspiration is the act of receiving guidance from Divine Mind. It flows like beautiful music. Inspiration is indispensable as you don't walk the path alone. You are constantly being led by the Divine and need to stay open to that guidance. Maintain a state of relaxed readiness for that unexpected moment of divine upliftment.
7) Enthusiasm
In addition to desire and will, cultivate enthusiasm to facilitate your spiritual growth. This helps in those moments when situations or others try to discourage you. Enthusiasm is not a blind euphoria that quickly melts away; it is the ability to do the work that lies before you with a cheerful heart. Enthusiasm is infectious; it encourages others on their spiritual journey.
8) Confidence
Confidence says that you know you are a child of the Divine. When you work with God, how can you not succeed? To maintain steady confidence, include God in everything you do. Your cooperation with the Divine process will unlock the secret of confidence.
9) Dynamic Action
One could say that dynamic action is the first law of the universe, as it manifested Creation itself. Dynamic action generates the vigor and vitality you need to bring something into being. You can desire the spiritual life, but if you aren't putting that desire into action, you will not get the benefit. Your spiritual growth cannot just stay as a wonderful idea; you have to be actively involved in bringing it to life.
10) Divine Love
In your spiritual quest, you will need to express a great deal of love and compassion. Love is the unifier of life. When you are in your spiritual love flow, you are in the oneness and goodness of life. To build your love flow, let go of selfish actions and embrace unselfish acts.
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Barbara Y. Martin and Dimitri Moraitis are cofounders of Spiritual Arts Institute. With over 50 years of clairvoyant experience, they have taught thousands to better themselves by working with the aura and spiritual energy.
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