Cosmic Awareness - 2001 10 - anger humor religion health biblical addiction drug alien mind psychology

Magazine Overview

Title: Revelations of Awareness
Issue Date: October 2001
Publisher: Cosmic Awareness Communications
Country: USA
Theme: Spiritual development, consciousness, and societal issues.

The Concept of Anger and How to Deal With It

This section addresses the pervasive negativity perceived in the world, suggesting that while problems exist, the focus on negative news does not necessarily mean the world has worsened. It posits that a large percentage of people are fundamentally good, with only a small fraction being truly negative. The article encourages viewing the world as a relatively nice place, with advice to consider moving if one lives in an area with excessive negativity. It highlights that many areas still exist where doors do not need to be locked, contrasting with the FBI's statistic that 50% of people have a potential of being harmed by violence.

The discussion then shifts to the media's role in fostering paranoia, suggesting that certain forces use media to promote the perception of rampant crime, thereby justifying increased control and the disarming of the public. The article explores the potential consequences of gun control, arguing that criminals would simply switch to other weapons, leading to further restrictions.

The Media Helping to Raise Paranoia

This section directly addresses the question of whether the media is the primary reason for increased paranoia. The answer is affirmative, indicating that forces behind the media aim to promote the perception of rampant crime. This serves as an excuse to implement more police control, enact stricter laws, and advocate for the confiscation of firearms. The text speculates that if guns were removed, criminals would resort to other weapons, leading to a continuous cycle of prohibition.

All That Negativity Around - What Can We Do About It?

This part features questions from readers, notably Tom K., who expresses a sense of dread and unease about impending disasters and societal subjugation, feeling like a character in a suspenseful novel. Cosmic Awareness acknowledges the accuracy of Tom's observations, stating that while it could ignore negative potentials, it chooses to warn entities to prepare them. It likens this to highway signs warning of dangers, which help entities become more cautious. The Awareness clarifies that its purpose is not to cause fear but to provide information for awareness and understanding, even if it is disturbing.

Has the Earth's Collective Consciousness Improved?

Tom K. also inquires about the state of the Earth's collective consciousness, questioning if negative energies have decreased as previously suggested or increased. He asks if a return to 'psycho-drama' techniques would be beneficial. Cosmic Awareness confirms that the state of consciousness has improved, with more people becoming spiritually oriented, although the media focuses on the negative. It notes that many entities have bypassed potential disasters by becoming aware of them and choosing different paths.

How Significant Has the CAC Readership Been in Helping to Change Consciousness?

This section addresses the impact of the Cosmic Awareness Communications (CAC) readership. It suggests that the dissemination of information over decades has helped entities become more aware and perceptive. This awareness has, in turn, been spread to others, diminishing or diffusing dire predictions and negative information. The Awareness uses the analogy of a circular form with a missing section to explain how awareness of a potential problem can prevent its full manifestation.

The Mistake in the Concept of Positive Thinking

This part critiques the concept of "positive thinking" when it involves ignoring or denying negative realities. It argues that such an approach creates a false illusion and prevents entities from acknowledging and helping those who are suffering. True awareness, it suggests, involves acknowledging all aspects of reality, both positive and negative, and contributing to the well-being of others.

Previous Programming and Its Influence in the Ability to Resist the Dark Force Encroachment

Tom K. asks about the extent to which past conditioning and programming limit our ability to overcome the influence of the 'Dark Force'. Cosmic Awareness explains that overcoming any influence requires becoming aware of it and its ramifications. It emphasizes that conscious decisions are made when one is aware of influences, whereas without awareness, entities are more likely to follow emotional conditioning. Self-examination and increased awareness of feelings and thoughts are key to developing free will and making conscious choices.

Will People Wake Up Before It's Too Late?

This question explores whether destruction is necessary for greater awareness to enter. Cosmic Awareness states that comfort need not be destroyed unless it hinders discovery. It stresses the importance of being willing to make oneself vulnerable to change and new realizations. While discomfort may arise from new experiences, a dedication to truth and discovery helps entities progress. The text notes that comfort can minimize motivation, but the pursuit of higher awareness may lead to some discomfort as old aspects are lost and new ones gained.

The Role of Humor in Spiritual Development

This section examines the role of humor in spiritual development. Cosmic Awareness explains that humor allows entities to rise above serious or difficult situations by providing a lighter perspective. It highlights that incongruity is a primary source of laughter, whether in jokes, puns, or situational comedy. Humor can help entities laugh at themselves and their values, leading to greater self-understanding and a move towards a lighter, more spiritual state.

However, it also addresses the concept of a "warped sense of humor" where some entities find amusement in the suffering of others, often as a mechanism to detach from uncomfortable emotions.

Does Cosmic Awareness Have a Sense of Humor?

Cosmic Awareness acknowledges that questions about its sense of humor are themselves humorous due to their frequency. It states that while it is not a comedian, it perceives incongruities in various aspects of life, including religion, politics, and value systems, which it finds humorous. It suggests that a deeper understanding of energies and images, beyond words, could reveal more profound truths.

Is Life Really Just a "Cosmic Joke?"

This question explores the idea of life as a cosmic joke. Cosmic Awareness suggests that life can be described in many ways – as a joke, an experience, a marriage, a cauldron of energies, or a volcano. It emphasizes that there are countless truths and perspectives on life, much like the parable of the six blind men and the elephant, where each individual's description is right from their limited viewpoint.

Does Laughing Build a Big Bust in Women?

Addressing a claim from a publication, Cosmic Awareness suggests that laughter, by increasing oxygen flow through deeper breathing, can be beneficial for health. It implies that this increased oxygen could contribute to a healthier body, potentially supporting the claim indirectly.

"Holy Laughter" for Healing Purposes

This section discusses the concept of "Holy Laughter" as a healing modality. It explains that laughter has been shown to increase positive attitudes, improve health, and enhance relationships. A church is described where laughter became contagious, leading to reported healings. The mechanism involves the incongruity between seriousness and lightness, which helps to break down psychological blocks and relieve heavy emotions, thus promoting healing.

Where is There Humor in the Bible?

This question expresses difficulty in finding humor in the Bible. Cosmic Awareness suggests that while passages might seem serious, the act of laughter itself, especially in a context where it's unexpected (like a church service), can create incongruity and lead to laughter. It also mentions the possibility of preachers deliberately using jokes or scriptures with double meanings.

What to Do With Property on Abaco Island?

This question concerns a piece of property on Abaco Island, Bahamas, purchased 30 years prior. The owner feels it has served its purpose in connecting them to Atlantean consciousness and wonders if it has value for others. Cosmic Awareness indicates that the property might have value to entities with proper transportation and that its usefulness in terms of the owner's psyche and emotions is nearing completion, with potential for its disposition within the century, possibly within five years.

Laughter and Spiritual Evolution

This closing message reiterates the importance of laughter in spiritual evolution. It explains that while laughter is a momentary experience, levity, or a sustained lightness of spirit, develops over longer periods. This gradual lightening is akin to climbing stairs to higher frequencies or vibrations, representing spiritual growth. The Awareness emphasizes that while laughter is beneficial, it is also important to be serious when circumstances require focus and determination. It uses the analogy of a butterfly, which is light and humorous but cannot perform tasks requiring gravity and seriousness.

How to Deal With Terrorism

This section addresses dealing with terrorism, suggesting that meditations, particularly group meditations, are effective. It proposes that a unified consciousness can release positive vibrational trends, making it difficult for negative forces to project actions. Peace from within is emphasized as more important than peace without. Individual protection through surrounding oneself with Divine Light is mentioned, but group meditation is seen as more powerful in magnifying protective energies.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently promotes a message of awareness, encouraging readers to confront reality, both positive and negative, rather than retreating into denial. It emphasizes the power of consciousness and individual perception in shaping reality and overcoming challenges. The publication advocates for spiritual growth through self-examination, understanding, and the integration of seemingly contradictory concepts like seriousness and humor. There is a recurring theme of media influence and its potential to manipulate public perception, alongside a belief in the inherent goodness of humanity despite societal problems.

This issue of REVELATIONS OF AWARENESS, identified as issue 10-1 and part of Volume 2, was published on October 8, 1989. The primary focus of this issue is an in-depth exploration of "THE CONCEPT OF ANGER," presented in two parts: "Part 1: The Concept of Anger" and "Part 2: Anger as an Addiction."

The Concept of Anger (Part 1)

The opening message defines anger as an activity associated with fear and concern for another entity. This fear stems from a concern about what the other person thinks, does, or their opinion, and a worry that the situation won't be approached as desired. The expression of anger, often involving increased emotional volume, can prevent clear communication. This escalation of emotion can lead to a loss of control, potentially resulting in tragic repercussions.

The "Dangers of Anger in a Relationship" section highlights how anger can cause entities to harm others over trivial matters, turning disagreements into life-and-death struggles. Some individuals use anger as a shielded sword to intimidate others. While anger can be a tool in psychodrama, it is generally dangerous and seldom necessary, with clear communication being a better alternative. It can be used to mirror back an entity's anger to demonstrate its effect, but this is also risky. The issue emphasizes that anger accomplishes little of value, serving mainly as an expression of disturbance.

To manage anger, the publication suggests a pre-arranged agreement to "take a time out" when communication becomes difficult. This allows entities to step away, calm down, and regain composure before resuming the discussion on a more rational level. This approach avoids the escalation into the brain's survival or bicameral portion, which is triggered by perceived threats and leads to fight-or-flight instincts.

The Dangers of Anger in a Relationship

This section reiterates that anger can be used to intimidate and coerce. It suggests that while anger can be a tool, it's dangerous and rarely necessary, advocating for clear communication. The concept of "time out" is presented as a method to de-escalate situations and allow for a more rational approach. The text also touches upon the idea that anger is often triggered by a feeling of threat, activating survival instincts.

The Action and Benefits of Taking "Time Out"

Taking "time out" is described as a simple yet effective method for calming down and rearranging energies for clearer communication. Another approach is having a monitor or third party present, though this can sometimes encourage performance levels of anger. A counselor or trained third party can assist in difficult communications. Recording discussions on a cassette tape is also suggested for later reflection on contributions to conflict resolution or problem escalation.

Carefully Avoid Judgmental Statements When Angry

It is crucial to focus on personal feelings ("I feel concerned") rather than making judgmental "you" statements ("You are this, you are that"), which can trigger defensive reactions. The difference between expressing personal feelings and making accusations is highlighted as significant.

Find Out What the Entity Really Wants From the Discussion

Understanding each party's true desires is essential for resolving issues. Focusing on past mistakes or present threats can lead to being bogged down in irrelevant details.

Somewhere You Should Ask: "What Would You Like me to do?"

Asking this question and discussing its feasibility gets to the heart of the matter, moving beyond discussing faults. It's important to realize that a complaining entity may simply be sharing frustration, not necessarily obligating the listener to fix the problem.

Can One Be Born With a Short Fuse?

This section explores whether anger is acquired or innate. It suggests that some entities seem naturally less prone to anger, while others express it frequently. Frequent anger may indicate health problems, such as circulatory issues, heart problems, or high blood pressure, due to the constant adrenaline release. Conversely, those who seldom become angry might develop other problems like accepting rejection or feeling inferior.

Astrological aspects, such as Mars and Uranus in square, conjunction, or opposition, can indicate a quick temper. Environmental influences and genetics also play a role. However, entities can modify these tendencies through self-awareness and learning to cope with situations differently. Age can also contribute to mellowing out, as energy for fighting diminishes.

Red Headed Entities Have a Quick Temper? (Truth or Myth?)

This section addresses the myth of redheads having quick tempers, explaining it as a greater sensitivity. Red-headed entities tend to be more sensitive to subtle feelings and may react more dramatically. This sensitivity is linked to skin tone and pigmentation, with a higher likelihood of skin cancer also noted.

Changing Ozone Layer Causing More Skin Cancer

This part briefly mentions that the increase in skin cancer is linked to changes in the ozone layer, affecting fair-skinned individuals, including redheads and blondes, particularly those from northern climates.

Anger and Vulnerability to the Alien Force

This section discusses how anger can lower an entity's energetic shields, making them vulnerable to external influences, including alien forces. When an entity is angry, they are essentially firing their emotional charge, which requires lowering their shields. Continuous anger keeps shields lowered. The text suggests meditation and calming actions to repair these shields. It uses the analogy of starships lowering shields to fire, and how entities can be "unscuttled" or undisturbed by not reacting to anger, akin to keeping shields up.

The Concept of Anger (Part 2: Anger as an Addiction)

This part of the discussion posits that anger can be an addiction, similar to drugs, providing a temporary sense of energy, self-importance, and power. Entities may seek out situations that trigger anger to experience this "high." Anger can be expressed to "steal the scene" and gain attention. Some relationships involve one entity constantly pacifying the other's temper.

Entities addicted to anger may cling to past negative memories, using them as a trigger for current anger. Overcoming this addiction requires treating it like any other addiction, focusing on one day at a time and setting limits for anger expression.

Taking Your Anger Out on Your Wife or Your Dog

It is emphasized that anger should not be misdirected towards innocent individuals. Taking anger out on family members or pets is seen as evasion and cowardice, stemming from a fear of confronting the actual source of the anger.

Dealing With Anger Caused by Your Boss

Instead of dumping anger on innocent bystanders, it is suggested to discuss issues with the boss directly or consider changing jobs. Sabotaging a boss's product due to fear of confrontation is also discussed as a form of anger dumping that negatively impacts consumers.

Don't Allow Others to Push Your Buttons

This section advises against letting others manipulate one's emotional buttons. It encourages maintaining poise and harmony, even when faced with manipulative behavior. Riding out the situation or confronting the manipulator are suggested strategies.

Anger as an Adrenaline Rush

Anger is likened to an adrenaline rush, similar to the effects of drugs or the experience of horror films. This rush provides a sense of power, and some entities may seek out situations that induce this feeling.

Counting to 10 to Suppress Anger can Salvage a Relationship

This technique, though seemingly humorous, is based on the concept of holding off expression for a short period, allowing for relaxation and a more constructive approach to communication, potentially salvaging relationships.

Expressing Anger for Dramatic Effect

Anger can be used as a dramatic technique to convey that certain actions are not acceptable. However, it requires objectivity, as true anger can cloud judgment. It's possible to "pretend" to be angry for a desired effect, but this can lead to the other entity gaining control by learning how to trigger that anger.

One of the Best Ways to Express Anger

Starting with "That makes me feel angry" is presented as an effective way to express anger, allowing the recipient to understand the statement comes from a position of anger.

Expressing Your Anger to a Child

When expressing anger to a child, it's suggested to state the duration of the anger (e.g., "I will be angry with you for at least an hour"). This helps the child associate the anger with their specific action and understand the parent's response.

Being Manipulated by Others or Simply Burying Your Anger

This section differentiates between not letting others manipulate you through anger and unhealthy emotional suppression. Burying anger, where one feels angry but doesn't express it for fear of repercussions, can lead to negative health effects like high blood pressure and circulatory problems. It can also stem from holding onto past grievances.

Righteous Indignation: Is This Anger?

Righteous indignation is described as a form of anger where one feels they are right, and their rightness is being ignored or violated. It can also be a pretense used by those who know they are wrong but want to appear righteous.

Extreme Behavior is Generally a Bluff

Extreme behavior is often seen as a bluff or dramatic expression to persuade others, especially when an entity lacks self-value or is trying to cover up something less presentable. This is common among those who seek self-importance, such as in religious movements or among actors.

Self-Righteousness Common Among Priests and Actors

This section notes that self-righteousness is prevalent in evangelical movements, charismatic groups, and among actors who seek recognition and self-importance.

Thought-Forms of Anger (Do they Affect the Astral and Etheric Levels?)

This part discusses thought-forms, specifically anger, which are described as ugly, red, jagged, and pointed. These psychic energies can have a temporary effect on astral and etheric beings. The strength of the sender's anger and the receiver's aura influence the impact. A strong aura, associated with good self-image, provides protection. Conversely, low self-esteem and drug/alcohol use can weaken shields.

What is Cosmic Awareness?

This section provides a brief explanation of Cosmic Awareness as a Force that has expressed itself through various spiritual figures and communicates through trained channels. It encourages questioning and personal discovery rather than blind belief.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue revolve around the nature, causes, and consequences of anger. The publication consistently advocates for clear communication, self-awareness, and emotional regulation as healthier alternatives to anger. There is a strong emphasis on understanding the psychological and energetic impacts of anger, both on individuals and their relationships. The editorial stance promotes personal responsibility for emotions and encourages proactive strategies for managing anger and fostering harmonious interactions. The concept of "Awareness" itself is presented as a guiding principle for understanding and navigating these complex emotional states.