This is probably all nonsense, but then there isn't much else for me to think of sometimes when I'm either driving to and from work, or I'm doing work by rote. I was thinking about people who are "victims." Yes, bad things happen to people sometimes. And they bring it upon themselves, sometimes not. I really think it is all a state of mind. You are only a "victim" or a "target" if you think of yourself in that light. And when someone hurts a you, that someone is not always consciously acting against you. Yes, there are those that act out in anger, but I don't think that the guy who cut you off this morning on the way to work was doing it 'cause he wanted to hurt you. He was probably completely oblivious to your very existence. And this causes me to wonder, what hurts more... the thought that you were the target of a malicious act, or the thought that you don't even exist to this other person. How often do we not even truly understand the consequences of our actions?
I try (and I mean TRY) to consider my actions whenever possible. But is it possible to be completely aware of absolutely everything all the time? Mistakes happen. So, I hope I am aware that others make the same mistakes that I do. How completely ego-centric are we? Am I?
I will be honest though, I have a bad case of road rage, I love to give people snarly looks and yell at them from the comfort of my car. I suppose it's a great way for me to release stress. I am not really angry, but it sure feels wonderful to yell obscenities that no one else can hear. I know, I know... none of this seems to have anything whatsoever to do with witchcraft. Although, if I am exploring the inner me and my spirituality, I should be exploring every aspect of myself, my life, and my beliefs that I can.
I have added a new link on the right hand side. I thought it was an interesting read. And a good way to keep up on the news happening in the pagan world. I don't know that I could possibly add anything to his topics, he covers so much. It is The Wild Hunt Blog.. at www.wildhunt.org/blog
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
My Very First Post
This first post is very intimidating. Almost enough to overwhelm one into "writer's block." I say almost, for I am sure I can think of something to occupy your eyes with.
I find that as much as I wish to learn in this world, I don't generally take the time to really reflect on what I have gained in my search. And without that reflection, how I can I truly understand anything? How can I value it?
Currently, I am learning what could be called "Dreamworking." Basically, I am trying to learn how to remember my dreams, record them, and possible learn from them. From there, I develop the use of other skills, such as "Lucid Dreaming" or "Dreamweaving." Lucid Dreaming is where I am aware that I am dreaming, and can control elements in my dreams. And from there... we shall see. Truthfully, I have been capable of Lucid Dreaming for as long as I can remember, but I don't really have it down to an art. Usually when something in my dreams is leading itself into a nightmare, I can change elements in my dream on a conscious level, so that I won't keep falling down that rabbit hole. But I don't truly have the discipline to do it at will. That is what I am hoping for.
I am also taking classes at WSI. Witchschool.com. They have so many classes, where you can learn a little or you can learn a lot. Some of the courses are just a basic over-view or understanding of what a subject is, while other courses go more in-depth. I am hoping to eventually (and over lots of time) complete every single course they have available. More next time.
I find that as much as I wish to learn in this world, I don't generally take the time to really reflect on what I have gained in my search. And without that reflection, how I can I truly understand anything? How can I value it?
Currently, I am learning what could be called "Dreamworking." Basically, I am trying to learn how to remember my dreams, record them, and possible learn from them. From there, I develop the use of other skills, such as "Lucid Dreaming" or "Dreamweaving." Lucid Dreaming is where I am aware that I am dreaming, and can control elements in my dreams. And from there... we shall see. Truthfully, I have been capable of Lucid Dreaming for as long as I can remember, but I don't really have it down to an art. Usually when something in my dreams is leading itself into a nightmare, I can change elements in my dream on a conscious level, so that I won't keep falling down that rabbit hole. But I don't truly have the discipline to do it at will. That is what I am hoping for.
I am also taking classes at WSI. Witchschool.com. They have so many classes, where you can learn a little or you can learn a lot. Some of the courses are just a basic over-view or understanding of what a subject is, while other courses go more in-depth. I am hoping to eventually (and over lots of time) complete every single course they have available. More next time.
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