A run-of-the-mill consciousness that has accepted everything society has poured into it inevitably perceives with (and “as”) confined limitation. It sees what it was taught to see; it thinks (for the most part) what it was taught to think. Ironically, such minds think that they are free.
A limited consciousness will have perceptions and mental reactions defined by limited borders. It may feel free, but such freedom is like the freedom of a dog tethered by a chain; it can go where it wants but where it goes is essentially nowhere.
Orderly, intelligent awareness breaks through this whole circus in (and “as”) a mindful, spiritual revolution. Such a consciousness is not just a product of society. Lemmings are very good at imitating others and at falling into an abyss. Please be different!
Ready for Another Meal … Photo by Thomas Peace c.2024
My Blog primarily consists of close-up nature photos (that I've taken locally) combined with original holistic-truth oriented prose and/or poetry involving mindfulness/awareness. I love nature and I love understanding the whole (not merely the parts and the details). I'm a retired teacher of the multiply handicapped.
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Vive la difference!
I find that strength is required to be different, as those that act differently are often ostracised in and by society.
Doesn’t stop us from trying though 😊
Great photo as always Tom.
Yes, Margaret, sameness is considered “normal” and “right.” And, yes, those that are different are ostracized. And, yes, that’s not going to stop us! Thanks about the photo. 😊
Yes, seeing through those eyes would be interesting. And it really would be cool to see through a dragonfly’s eyes (of acuity). Thanks about the photo. 😊
Excellent and aptly put Tom:
“A limited consciousness will have perceptions and mental reactions defined by limited borders. It may feel free, but such freedom is like the freedom of a dog tethered by a chain;”
A message for the ages. Know the difference between what is and what it appears to be. Thank you for sharing! 🥰🙏🏽😍🥂😊
Yes, Kym, “what appears to be” and “what should be” were poured into us by society… and it’s a society that is crumbling and becoming more and more disorderly. Thanks, Kym! 😊
Profound thoughts to start our new year Tom. Oh my – the stance and at first glance, the Praying Mantis looks like it is “putting up its dukes” for a fight or is a surgeon post-sterilizing his hands, being gowned and gloved.
Thank you, Linda… 😊 And, yes, that Mantid is rather in a strange pose. I think it saw the camera and me and decided to be in a kind of defense-ready posture. There have been fewer and fewer of them in the last few years (and less of many other insects and birds too). What we humans are doing to the planet is unforgivable.
Are you still working for that creepy, old man who is rather off of his rocker?
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Vive la difference!
I find that strength is required to be different, as those that act differently are often ostracised in and by society.
Doesn’t stop us from trying though 😊
Great photo as always Tom.
Yes, Margaret, sameness is considered “normal” and “right.” And, yes, those that are different are ostracized. And, yes, that’s not going to stop us! Thanks about the photo. 😊
Great photo and provocative thoughts.
Thanks, nesfelicio. Much appreciated! 😉
Oh what a perfect photo! Imagine “seeing” through those eyes!
Yes, seeing through those eyes would be interesting. And it really would be cool to see through a dragonfly’s eyes (of acuity). Thanks about the photo. 😊
Excellent and aptly put Tom:
“A limited consciousness will have perceptions and mental reactions defined by limited borders. It may feel free, but such freedom is like the freedom of a dog tethered by a chain;”
A message for the ages. Know the difference between what is and what it appears to be. Thank you for sharing! 🥰🙏🏽😍🥂😊
Yes, Kym, “what appears to be” and “what should be” were poured into us by society… and it’s a society that is crumbling and becoming more and more disorderly. Thanks, Kym! 😊
I’m working on my own limited consciousness. I’m hopeful for 2024.
Great! Be passionate and diligent about it… (even though it is largely a passive, effortless thing). 😉
Profound thoughts to start our new year Tom. Oh my – the stance and at first glance, the Praying Mantis looks like it is “putting up its dukes” for a fight or is a surgeon post-sterilizing his hands, being gowned and gloved.
Thank you, Linda… 😊 And, yes, that Mantid is rather in a strange pose. I think it saw the camera and me and decided to be in a kind of defense-ready posture. There have been fewer and fewer of them in the last few years (and less of many other insects and birds too). What we humans are doing to the planet is unforgivable.
Are you still working for that creepy, old man who is rather off of his rocker?
Nice post
Thank you, SD. 😊
Authenticity is the spice of life!
Or maybe it’s praying for another meal. 😀