I see nothing as it is now.

1-9-2024

“It is difficult for the untrained mind to believe that what it seems to picture is not there.”

“I do not see that face as it is now.”

I know the lesson is saying to not try to understand, but I see these lessons as reinforcement to changes going on within me.

I do not see the world as it is now. I do not know what is true in my piece of the world. Especially, I do not know the people I encounter.

My mind is so quick. For so long it has classified everything into known categories so my mind can make up stories to go with what I think I see.

The word ‘awe’ has come in some significant ways in the last couple of days. I’ve noticed this, so I reflected on ‘awe’ this morning. I had the thought, when people show me that they are totally different then who I made them up to be in my mind, this is an opportunity. Instead of beating myself up for being mistaken, I can choose to go into awe at the unexpected!

I can be in awe as they show me what is not of my creation. If it is not mine, then it must be God’s. Therefore, awe is appropriate and warranted. <3

1-9-2023

“The recognition that you do not understand is a prerequisite for undoing your false ideas.”

I do enjoy seeking and finding. But I do not understand that I see nothing as it is now.

A part of me thinks I understand. The lesson says differently, so I choose to lean into the lesson more today and put my seeking aside … for now.

I do not see this, Tricia, as it is now.