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Creating Bridges: Spirituality & Philosophy:
The Conscious Column
Clearing Up Courage
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by Rev. David Ault |
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What is courage, really?
Lately, I’ve found myself curious over conversations about courage; the lack of – developing the muscle of - mustering up enough ….
When people say that they lack the courage to… then one would have to strongly consider that getting some would be the means to a desired end.
But is it?
I continue to get clearer on the spiritual truth that the ways and means to everything we will ever need rests within. Quite simply, we are enough. We are designed with ultimate intelligence and the ability to thrive. And if we are not experiencing that, it isn’t that these qualities do not exist or that they are reserved for an elite few, it’s that you and I are not using them to their greatest potential.
Feeling the need for courage fosters a belief that on some fundamental level, we’re not enough or that we don’t have what it takes.
You need courage to walk into that interview? No, you need to know that you are enough.
You need courage to stand up for yourself in a family or work situation? No, you need to remember that you are enough and that the greater truth will always rise to the top. Your only job is to remain true to your integrity.
You need courage to face a diagnosis? No, you need to remember that you are enough. There is an intelligence inside you that welcomes recognition. There is a beauty inside you that welcomes recognition. There is a divine order inside you that welcomes recognition. Recognize it now.
You need courage to face the aftermath of a natural disaster? No, you have an opportunity to remember that even in the midst of apparent chaos, there is an undeniable order that looks forward to displaying itself in the days, months and years to come. You are divinely cared for.
Well, then I need courage to know that I am enough. No, you are enough period.
You see, the quest for courage feels comparative to a quest for a band-aid for the wound of our illusional thinking. The wound is only as real as we give it power to be. Stop the perception that you are damaged or lacking and the need to fix those defects also stops. It’s illusions that we buy into – the “not-enoughness” - that makes a market for the buying and selling of courage.
The more credence we give these illusions of dualism the more important that commodity of courage seems to be.
Disassociate from the fear of not being enough and you can kiss the need for a quest for courage goodbye.
It’s time to wake up.
Wake up to the truth that the qualities of God are our qualities because we are made in the likeness and image of that which is the Creator – Infinite Intelligence. Just as a single drop of ocean water possesses all the same elements and properties that are found in the ocean as a whole, so, too, do you and I possess all the perfection of that which created worlds.
Yes, we carry around that much potential. We are a part of the One Mind.
Feeling this need to go after courage means that we have fallen asleep to the reality of who we are.
Do you think that Spirit, God, Infinite Intelligence ever feels the need for more courage?
Of course not. That divine energy is unfailingly aware of its abilities.
My home was recently broken into and laptops and jewelry were taken. There was also minor property damage and a couple of really scared golden retrievers left in the wake of the intrusion.
Initially I was stunned. This was my first experience of being robbed and I could not seem to shake the feeling of being violated – my sanctuary spoiled.
Others in my household were also visibly shaken. And so this scenario seems like the perfect launch for all of us to gather up our courage and move forward . No, it’s an opportunity to remember that we are enough – we are divinely protected regarding the things that are of real importance and that nothing of spiritual value can ever be taken away by another.
What each one in my family is given the opportunity to remember is that the items taken are stuff. Stuff can be replaced. Insurance forms can be filled out. Upgrades in our home can be made. What was not and can never be taken is our ability to think. I started reciting one of my favorite affirmations, “This too is good. This too is of God. And I demand to see the blessing in it.”
The blessings are showing up and in the days that unfold, I continue to have the choice to remember that since it is all God, that something spectacular is wanting to enter our lives if we but allow it. Getting caught up in the story and attempting to muster up courage to move forward only stalls the flow of the wonderful revelations that this event has to offer.
As Christopher Robin said to Pooh, “Promise me you’ll always remember: You’re braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem and smarter than you think.”
Yes – always remember that.
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David Ault
Visionary Vocalist, Author & Motivational Speaker
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David Ault is highly regarded as one of the finest visionary vocalists and motivational speakers within the New Thought/transformational movement.
His focus on remembering the Divine within and reclaiming that connection has empowered hundreds of thousands on their spiritual journey. The union of David’s charismatic message and heartfelt singing has elevated him to guest speaker of choice in many nationwide churches and global organizations.
As a licensed minister and practitioner through Religious Science International, as well as author, songwriter/recording artist, David has traveled and shared his gifts for well over fifteen years.
Working closely with notables Louise Hay and Marianne Williamson and sharing the stage with many cherished mentors ranging from the late Og Mandino to Dr. Barbara King, Jerald Jampolsky, Elizabeth Kubler-Ross, Father Leo Booth and Mary Manin-Morrisey, David harvested that experience and developed his own unique style of teaching. His compassionate presence, warmth and humor continue to be an unforgettable guidepost for audiences as they rediscover and reawaken to their personal magnificence.
Starting out as a professional actor and singer, David worked extensively in Broadway tour shows, film and television winning critics awards in both New York and Los Angeles.
Throughout the 1980’s, David, along with the late Jerry Florence and Keith Kimberlin made their mark in New thought history by helping pioneer an unexplored musical genre—visionary vocal music. Known as Alliance, their remarkable blend became legendary, helping establish them as one of the most successful vocal groups in the Spiritual recording field.
David continues this musical path with the release of his critically acclaimed recordings, The Healing Bridge, Travelin’ With The Angels, All Is Calm, All Is Bright, And Then It Is Morning, all distributed through his Los Angeles based organization, The Conscious Company. Now, his highly anticipated literary debut, Where Regret Cannot Find Me, is heralded as “a fresh and exciting discovery in Spiritual literature ... a work of pure heart!”
“I feel extremely blessed and grateful in following this path”, says David. “It is my ongoing intention to create a message in word and music that assists us all in reawakening to our personal magnificence!”
www.davidault.com
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