TLDR;
Caroline Myss discusses prayer, spirituality, and the evolving understanding of God in the modern world. She emphasizes the importance of personal faith, self-esteem, and recognizing the interconnectedness of all beings. The talk explores how traditional religious views are shifting, and individuals are becoming more aware of their role in co-creating reality.
- The majority of people have an issue with God.
- The only way to survive what we have created in our darkness is to advance our light.
- God is law.
- Start with faith in yourself.
- We are all connected on the internet inner net.
Introduction [0:02]
Caroline Myss expresses surprise at becoming a teacher of prayer, acknowledging a sense of destiny. She notes the extraordinary time in human evolution, marked by significant shifts akin to pivotal moments like the advent of Buddha, Jesus, fire, and the wheel. These shifts propel humanity forward, similar to how entering the nuclear age has altered our trajectory. She aims to weave together the changes happening globally, their relation to God, and their impact on individuals.
The Shift in Religious Beliefs [3:50]
Myss observes a decline in church attendance and an increase in anger towards the concept of God, a phenomenon unprecedented in history. She points out that questioning the celestial order, once unthinkable, is now commonplace. This shift coincides with the nuclear age, where humanity's capacity for destruction has surpassed its ability to create, necessitating a spiritual evolution. This evolution calls for a reevaluation of God, as the traditional understanding no longer suffices.
The Building Analogy: Levels of Consciousness [12:12]
Myss introduces an analogy of a 12-story building to explain consciousness. Each floor represents a different perspective on life, with the penthouse offering the most expansive view. Moving up floors requires stripping oneself of identity and embracing an impersonal soul. This journey is costly, as change is expensive and can alienate those on lower floors who cannot comprehend the higher perspective. The key is that the view isn't in the window, it's the person looking through it.
The End of the Half-God Model [20:32]
Myss suggests that the Abrahamic religions' model of a half-god, half-man figure may be ending. She believes the Western world is releasing this model to recognize a new level of God. She uses the concept of holistic health to illustrate that what is in one is in the whole, a mystical truth applicable to all aspects of life. Any belief that separates individuals from the whole is poisonous.
The Impersonal Nature of God and the Body [34:47]
Myss asserts that God is law, much like the human body, which operates impersonally. The body follows its own cycles and laws, irrespective of personal preferences. Similarly, God is impersonal, and understanding this can be achieved by recognizing the impersonal nature of one's own body. She challenges the notion of an off-planet God who behaves like a parent, stating that we are entering a galactic era where such earth-centric views must be abandoned.
The Importance of Faith and Self-Esteem [45:42]
Myss emphasizes that faith, particularly in oneself, is the foundation for finding God. She argues that most people can articulate what they lack faith in but struggle to identify what they do have faith in. Building faith in oneself involves keeping promises and trusting one's own word. This self-trust is essential for receiving and acting on divine guidance.
Miracles and Self-Esteem [58:10]
Myss connects miracles to self-esteem, defining a miracle as something that happens outside ordinary time. She shares stories of healings and miracles, emphasizing that they are not about religious rituals but about the ability to endure experiences that defy explanation. Self-esteem is crucial for maintaining one's center when faced with doubt and for allowing God to work at light speed in one's life.
Guidance and Prayer [1:09:12]
Myss explains that individuals constantly receive guidance, but heaven will not tell them what will happen. She advises praying like one is crazy, allowing heaven to take over. She stresses the importance of recognizing one's own inadequacy and surrendering to divine guidance. Heaven is not in the business of happiness but of truth and strength, aiming to make individuals whole and trusting.
The Power of Holy Language and Interconnectedness [1:19:48]
Myss concludes by emphasizing the interconnectedness of all beings, stating that we are all one on the "inner net." She highlights that mystical laws are becoming the laws of our biology and bio-spiritual ecology. She urges listeners to get a prayer life, even if it's as simple as asking to be kept in a field of grace and to do no harm. She ends with a prayer, reinforcing the theme of unity and gratitude.
Q&A: Power, Prayer, and Truth [1:31:10]
Myss answers questions about the balance of power and ineptitude, clarifying that humans are powerful in their creative energy but inept in their understanding and trust of it. She advises praying for others without dictating to God, focusing on serving them. She underscores the importance of truthfulness, stating that lying is poison to the immune system. She also addresses praying for the dead, emphasizing the importance of sacraments and rituals for helping souls pass over and complete unfinished business. She defines sin as knowingly using one's will to harm another, a concept often unacknowledged in modern society.