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Spiritual Mastery for the 21st Century
Hearts & Minds: Creating Your Own Soul Mate
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" The outer world of circumstance shapes itself to the inner world of thought, and both pleasant and unpleasant external conditions are factors which make for the ultimate good of the individual. As the reaper of his own harvest, man learns both by suffering and bliss.”
James Allen, “As A Man Thinketh”
Our society places a great emphasis on finding true love, no matter how long it may last, and on ones’ ability to satisfy individual desire for as long as we can. The romantic and even idealistic notion of finding a “soul mate” is entrenched in the fabric of humanity’s consciousness from the very beginning of time. The definition of “Soulmate” as found over the internet is:
· Soulmate (or soul mate) is a term sometimes used to designate someone with whom one has a subjective, emotional feeling of deep affinity, friendship, love, strong intimacy or compatibility.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Soulmate
The above definition is a broad one, but, most people I confer with, confine their meanings to deep and lasting loves. Our soulmates are like our other half. They think like us, love like we do and share the same dreams. This definition while lovely in its intention, forgets that our concepts of love are based within our own experience. How then should we envision and attract the love of our life in this earth-based reality? Where should we go inside of ourselves to begin this creative process and how can we speed up achieving oneness with our desired other? Let us start with our desire nature.
I always speak to the human side of the love consciousness first. Let us first do a small exercise which you may all find enlightening. Short answers will do but, you will see the “shape” of your understanding, as we progress with the exercise. This exercise is designed to show your personality-type and image in attracting the loves and alliances of your life to date. Spend some time answering truthfully but, quickly. Remember, your ego is a profoundly bad editor, given time to think!
1. What do I desire in a mate?
2. How long have I been without a loving partner?
3. How quickly do I want to be fully involved in a loving, giving, expanding relationship with another?
4. What mistakes have I made in the past in my mate selections?
5. What lessons have I learned by sticking out my neck and loving in the past?
6. What is stopping me from finding my soul mate today?
The answers to these questions will be revealing and set you on the road to a new consciousness within yourself concerning true love. (Notice: The above questions were addressed only to You!)
Creating a soul mate is as easy as remembering that you were born as a perfect replica of the spirit of God within. The concept of God I speak of is really, for all intents and purposes, your higher self or soul. This image may be defined by religion in your life or other. Our conversation here is not about organized religion. It is about the concept of your wholeness, pure self and self-love within. Many who study this understanding of what we may call your higher self believe that our higher consciousness’ shapes what we attract. As we believe more the conscious, ego-self, that is what we attract. When we choose to see ourselves in proper balance of body-mind-spirit, we tend to attract a very different being than our ego-selves would settle for.
At this point in the article, let us look, through guided imagery and meditation, at our beautiful higher selves. Self-guided meditation is not self-hypnosis, nor does it suggest false answers. It will, however, open doors and mirrors within your alpha level of retention so that you can see what others see and “feel” about you. In others words, let meditative thought and imaging help you see the full power of your being, its’ great beauty and full potential. During the exercise, you might want to relax, take some deep breaths to go into a level of consciousness that we often feel when we are daydreaming or about to fall off to sleep at night. Ask that the divine love within show you your perfect self. Take ten minutes or so for this exercise.
Now that you have returned from your altered vision-state, I ask you to write down some observations about what you recall. Through a series of questions I wrote below, please answer as you remember. There is no right or wrong answer where your internal vision is concerned. Remember, some of the images may have more meaning later to you. My suggestion is that you write down your observations and go over them later, also. Here are some questions to keep in mind as you write down your meditation observations:
1. Did any being or person come to me other than myself?
2. How did I appear in my higher person or soul? Describe the vision.
3. What emotions, colors or scents did I pick up?
4. Were there any messages, symbols or visions that stood out? Describe in more detail.
5. How did my higher self differ from who I think myself to be? How did I appear in the mirror?
In this way you may begin the process of creating a true picture of who you are. So many of us see our true selves through our fears, insecurities, descriptions we have heard from others and so forth. Now is the time you may create from the perfect vision of love that you are. At this stage of understanding, you will realize that your own spiritual view of who you are is critical to the attraction and creation of a soul mate. Let me show you how to start this process of recognizing your true self from the image you give out every day. Let’s work on amending the false image of your love and beauty that you project so that you can have what your higher self desires, now.
Now we come to the heart of my message to you today. In order to create that most perfect world of love you want, you must begin by forgiving the incorrect and hurtful images you have created in your brain. The images we envision through defensive mechanisms, fear in the life and accepting other “Gods” outside of ourselves, has a lot to do with why we create imperfect alliances with others. It is not our true self nor is it the person you feel you are deep inside. How many times have you said, “Why can’t they see me for who I am?’ Because, if you are not projecting from a place of love and belief within, your image will be distorted. Let me give you some examples.
Let’s say your life is full of stress, quick meals, quick answers and always on the go. Now, you tell me you want to attract an easy-going, loving mate who knows how to love your sensuality, humor and wants to comfort you. How don’t these images mirror one another? By nature, the aggressive personality of the ego is usually humorless, non-comforting and not easy-going. Therefore, if you have to stay often in this mode of alacrity, how about we create that speed, competence and brilliance from your female side of God. The side which can multitask, smile, come from the heart and attract sweetness? Just a new look at an old perplexing dilemma. And remember, forgiveness starts all processes of attracting the soul mate. Forgive yourself, forgive the past, let the past mistakes go and know that you were forgiven as soon as you recognized your mistake by your higher self!
Now we come to an important part of creating ourselves to be whole and perfect again. Not only do we want to embrace all sides of our being, the bright and shiny soul and also the shadow, but it is crucial we remember that the “propellant” we use be love, not fear. In other words, do we use our intentions to attract or deny our most beautiful souls? Every day I see people exerting their power in aggressive displays of desire. It seems that the mind likes to envision love as something we can take, purchase or force onto another. This is where we see the difference between people in successful relationships vs. unhappy ones.
Beginning now, let us use the concept of “Intention” to propel the love in our lives to a higher place of concentration. Intention in the spiritual realms is like possession is here on earth - it represents nine-tenths of the law. Many believe the world as we know it came into being through love. Love being the building block of all manifestation, to include you and me. So, let us use that building block to start a new vision and series of affirmations about the loving person you are today. Please notice, I said the person you are today. Why? Because, you have forgiven the old you along with your faults, misperceptions and lack of understanding!
Metaphysicians, such as Deepak Chopra, Rudolph Steiner and Edgar Cayce believe that there are laws of man and laws of the higher self (or God). One of the laws that has been seen and upheld for thousands of years from culture to culture is that what you sow, therefore shall you reap or the Law of Cause & Effect. Because our intention is to attract the soul mate then, we must become that which we want to attract. Right? Let me explain. If I project my higher, loving self and resist projecting my insecure, undeserving self, I have a much better chance of attracting that perfect somebody for me. Why does this idea seem so sound and yet, we all have so much trouble achieving it?
Humans think they must be perfect every minute of every day. If they are not, they punish themselves. That punishment takes subtle shifts and swerves over the years till you and I have no idea who we really are. That is why we often stay in bad relationships, poor work environments and in depressions for so many years at a time. The place of balance we need to stay in, involves the passion side of ourselves, not the intellect. You see, it is the passion of higher love that makes even the ugliest person, beautiful. That passion is diminished through human time and form, often as we age and experience life. The passion is endless but our understanding of that becomes veiled, like a gun with no bullets left in it. All of a sudden we find ourselves without defense.
Life asks us to re-affirm, perform ceremonies of advancement and enjoy the changes in life, not cower from them. I would like to share some “ceremonies” with you. You will receive no negative or censuring thoughts about yourself during these times of celebration if you approach them from your love of life. Only your true essence will speak to you. You may also want to construct an affirmation of intention to help you keep your higher self in tune with your everyday life and we will discuss “ceremonies” of light that can help you stay on your true course toward becoming the soul mate you are and you hope to attract.
Some ceremonies of attraction or advancement might include:
1. Going for a massage - employing techniques of comfort, attracts it!
2. Go to new places that draw you forward with excitement - places that help you grow & meet new people
3. Allow yourself to enjoy loving books, CD’s or DVD’s - they propel your mindset into the higher, creative self
4. Seek out positive places of enjoyment - in nature, with loving acquaintances, new experiences. Nature knows about attraction!
5. Speak to many new people when you venture out - the universe knows then what you are seeking, that you are open to love and new visions of the truth
6. Lastly, sit with a circle of friends and one-by-one, describe each persons’ beauty, higher aspects and virtues - again, it is a way of clearing away false images and defense mechanisms
In closing, let your own personal affirmation include positive outcomes full of the understanding that what you create in yourself is what you will most likely get. In other words, use the words “I Am,” and stay in the present, always with your descriptive affirmation. Let your goals be loving, remember you are perfect now, not in ten years. Be at peace with your wonderful self, today. The only real reason we ever need a mirror is to look at our vision of God, or perfection inside. Once you recognize that you are your own true soul mate, you will attract the friends and loves you deserve.
May your Thanksgiving be full of love and sweetness,
Dr. Gwen MacGregor
www.drgwengmacgregor.com
November, 2005
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Dr. Gwen MacGregor,
Intuitive, Life Counselor and Master's Studies Teacher
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Dr. Gwen MacGregor is a nationally recognized Intuitive, Life Counselor and Master's Studies teacher with clients in 37 states and 7 countries.
Dr.MacGregor has an AA, BA & MSW in Sociology, with her Doctorate in Divinity.
Conducting seminars and workshops nationwide, she travels several months outof each year to such cities as Charlotte, NC, Charleston, SC, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, PA, to name but a few.
Dr. MacGregor has successfullyconsulted with over 2,000 clients across the United States and abroad.
Her activist work as an empowerment director with the Good Knight Campaign for Protection, a national non-profit organization dedicated to stopping crime and violence against children, has led to her work with thousands ofchildren and their families.
Incorporating mythology, criminology,psychology and counseling, she brings a unique presentation to parents andcommunities facing the challenge of protecting children.
Her work emphasizes the "champion" within all children whether they be 6 or 60 years old and she conducts workshops challenging adults and children to fulfilltheir true potential through community volunteering, character developmentand self-esteem boosting on physical, mental and spiritual levels. She has worked with "Indigo" children for most of her life.
Gwen MacGregor is a regular contributor on radio stations in Washington, DC, Baltimore, Charleston, SC and Annapolis, MD. She has appeared on:
"Inside Edition,"
"America's Most Wanted,"
and the New Age television series, "Strange Universe."
Known for her clear reception and accurate spirit readings, she is often called upon to assist in locating missing childrenand consulted on Civil Defense Air and Sea Rescue Missions.
Her work withthe Good Knight Campaign over the past 18 years as an expert conducting Child and Family Safety Seminars, along with countless volunteers nationwide, has led to the knighting of over 20 million people into this largest knighthood of children.
She also consults with medical doctors, accupuncurists and chiropractors toassist in patient diagnosis.
Dr. MacGregor has been featured in "The Washington Post," and other New Age newspapers for her angel seminars.
She has been teaching esoteric studies for Prince George's County CommunityCollege's, "Continuing Education Program" in MD for over 10 years. She also conducts ongoing bereavement seminars, teaching clients how to contact loved ones who have passed over.
Dr. MacGregor regularly takes her innovative approach to intuitive counseling on the road presenting informative seminars at community centers,corporate board rooms, festivals and New Age Expos.
As a spiritual counselor and clairvoyant, Gwen MacGregor has dedicated the last 26 years ofher life to promoting balanced spiritual and physical integration. She ishard at work on a how-to book describing spiritual ascension and
discipleship in the 21st century.
According to Dr. MacGregor, "We have beensent here [to Earth] to learn about love and experience all kinds of lovingrelationships. Once we take responsibility for our actions and our ownhappiness, the destiny we were born into becomes a natural progression forus."
Dr. MacGregor may be reached at:
(301) 931-2999
or at:
DrGwenGMacGregor@
aol.com
for appointments, class registration or interviews.
Or visit her website:
www.drgwengmacgregor.
com
for more information.
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