Revelations of Awareness

Magazine Overview

Title: Revelations of Awareness
Issue: 78-12
Publisher: Cosmic Awareness Communications
Content Focus: Spiritual guidance, self-awareness, and the nature of attitudes.

Main Content: 'Free Will and the Nature of Attitudes' (The Sunflower Meditation)

This issue features a trance-interpretation by Paul Shockley, addressing the nature of attitudes and their profound impact on individual experiences and the world. Cosmic Awareness begins by drawing a parallel between attitudes and weather patterns, explaining how consistent attitudes shape an entity's environment, much like a stable climate affects plant growth. Conversely, changeable attitudes are likened to shifting seasons or weather.

The core message emphasizes that while altering the external world may be beyond an individual's control, changing one's attitude towards the world is entirely possible and is the key to positive transformation. The text suggests that the potential for improving the world lies in developing an attitude that is capable of changing for the better.

Entities are encouraged to introspectively examine their attitudes toward their lives, situations, and relationships. This examination should focus on identifying whether attitudes are chronic or changeable, and what specific elements or triggers influence them. Examples are given, such as how the presence or tone of voice of another entity might trigger a specific attitude or response.

The guidance stresses that this self-examination is not for self-criticism but for a deeper understanding of attitudes, moving beyond superficial manifestations ('serpents whose heads pop out') to a more conscious and controlled engagement with them. This allows entities to regulate and understand their attitudes, using them to become more responsive.

The Illusion of Free Will and the Power of Attitudes

Essentially, the only form of free will available on this plane is expressed through attitudes. The text posits that experiences and entities are interconnected in a cause-and-effect relationship that is continuous. Tracing back to a 'first cause' is deemed an almost impossible task.

The concept of free will is challenged, suggesting that many entities believe their choices are their own, when in reality, these choices are often programmed by past experiences, childhood influences, or even past lifetimes. Values, preferences, and motivations instilled from these past experiences can deeply embed themselves in the psyche, influencing present choices without conscious awareness.

Therefore, true free will, in the ultimate sense, is considered an illusion. The only semblance of free will lies in the realm of attitudes, which are themselves shaped by accumulated experiences. Entities are motivated by external urgencies, responding moment to moment, rather than by an inherent inner will. This response-ability, or the ability to respond to urgencies, is presented as a more constructive approach than the illusion of personal free will.

The Sunflower Meditation

The issue introduces the 'Sunflower Meditation' as a practical technique to cultivate positive attitudes. Entities are asked to visualize themselves as sunflowers, lifting their faces towards the sun, feeling its warmth, and experiencing the emanation of petals. This meditation is intended to foster feelings of sustenance, warmth, and well-being, which can then be carried throughout the day.

This practice is presented as a way to become acquainted with one's attitudes, learn how to create them, and avoid becoming trapped by malicious or damaging ones. The meditation is a starting point for exploring various attitudes and understanding the nature of one's 'nearly free will.'

Closing Message

The closing message encourages entities to extend the 'Sunflower Meditation' practice. It suggests visualizing oneself and a close associate as sunflowers, sharing the sun's energy and experiencing oneness. This shared meditation is believed to create an attitude of warmth, sustenance, and harmony, which can help overcome difficulties and attract greater energies. The practice is recommended to begin individually, then with friends and family, to foster greater prosperity through uplifting attitudes.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around self-awareness, the psychological impact of attitudes, the nature of free will, and spiritual practices for personal growth. The editorial stance, as conveyed through Cosmic Awareness, is one of guidance and empowerment, encouraging introspection, the cultivation of positive mental states, and the understanding of one's inner workings to navigate life more effectively and harmoniously. The publication advocates for a proactive approach to personal development through meditation and conscious attitude management.