First Attempt: Living Beyond Duality: A Journey into Cosmic Consciousness
In a divisive world increasingly polarized by dualistic notions of right and wrong, us and them, the concept of cosmic consciousness offers a refreshing yet profound alternative. My personal experiences navigating this heightened state of awareness have reshaped my understanding of existence and my place within it. By dismissing the illusion of duality, not only has my perception of spirituality transformed, but so too has my interaction with the world and its inhabitants.
Duality, the belief in opposing forces or entities, pervades much of our societal structuring, from the ways we conceptualize morality to how we define our very selves. Yet, in the state of cosmic consciousness, this dichotomy dissolves. There ceases to be a separation between the self and the other, the sacred and the profane, the creator and the creation. It’s not that these distinctions merely blur; they become recognized as fabrications of the mind, artifacts of a perception limited to the physical senses.
For me, this realization was not immediate but unfolded gradually, like the petals of a flower opening to greet the dawn. It became increasingly clear that praying to any disembodied entity — be it God, Jesus, angels, or ascended masters — was an engagement in duality, a manifestation of the human mind’s tendency to seek something “other.” In cosmic consciousness, there is an understanding that the infinite energy that permeates everything is not external to be supplicated but is integral, experienced directly through our senses, intuition, and the very fabric of our being.
My pathway into this expanded awareness was catalyzed by a lifelong search for truth. The entryway into infinity was revealed during several profound life experiences, dreams as both a youth and adult, insight developed through several meditation experiences, in the hiking through wildnerness trails including within the Redwoods, the Grand Canyon, several national parks and many local natural treasures, and in the quietude and simplicity of focused contemplation in meditation. Ultimately, the boundaries distinguishing me from my environment evaporated, though my perceptual hardware still tries to inform me otherwise.. This is not mere philosophical musing but a tangible, lived reality where I feel an unbreakable bond with all that surrounds me — an acute awareness that we are all expressions of the same infinite energy.
This shift in perception has been more than ephemeral; it has fundamentally altered how I interact with the world. The insights that have come unbidden, an intuitive understanding of people and situations, suggest a connection to a form of higher awareness that transcends conventional sensory input. Engaging with people from this place of cosmic consciousness brings an unprecedented depth to relationships. By presenting an open ‘tablet’ upon which others can inscribe themselves without fear of judgment or misconception, or resonating in harmonic vibration with those free from the confines of ego, conversations transition from mere exchanges of words to profound connections that underline our unity with the universe.
One of the most potent affirmations of this interconnectedness came from participating in group meditations. In such settings, the collective intention and focus seem to amplify the energy experienced, suggesting that our individual contributions, while unique, are part of a greater whole. Such experiences underscore the non-dualistic nature of cosmic consciousness, where the boundary between self and other is recognized as an illusion.
Living in cosmic consciousness is not merely about personal enlightenment or spiritual fulfillment. It carries profound implications for how we engage with the world, how we resolve conflict, and how we foster a society that recognizes the intrinsic interconnectedness of all life. By embracing a worldview that transcends duality, we open ourselves to more compassionate, empathetic, and understanding interactions with others.
In shedding the dualistic lens, we aren’t dismissing the diversity of experiences or the multitude of expressions that life offers. Instead, we acknowledge that beneath these seemingly variegated phenomena lies a unifying essence — an infinite energy that sustains and informs us all. My journey into cosmic consciousness challenges me daily to live from this place of deep connection and awareness. It is a constant reminder that the divisions we perceive are constructs of our limited perception. In reality, we are not merely interconnected; we are an integral part of a boundless, dynamic whole, endlessly unfolding in the vast expanse of the cosmos.
Through our healing, imagination, and intention, we all become contributors to the great Guide To The Galaxy.
We do not need a starship to reach the furthest reaches of our Galaxy.
We only need find and celebrate the connection to our true nature.
We then find that the farthest reaches of the Galaxy is already within us
There is no greater awareness..
