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New Wineskins for the American Church

DruGroup • 59 implied HN points • 22 May 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spiritual growth
  1. The American church is losing focus on what really matters. Instead of focusing on the core beliefs, too much energy is wasted on small, divisive issues.
  2. There's a shift towards disciple-making in smaller, deeper ways. This approach values relationships and humility over size and loudness.
  3. Identifying with Global Christianity offers hope. This strategy values quiet and humble influence rather than trying to control culture with big, loud efforts.

Restoring the Divine Order

Tessa Fights Robots • 29 implied HN points • 30 Jan 25
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spiritual growth
  1. We all have a lot of power to create change, but we need to understand our true nature as light. This understanding is key to making a real difference in the world.
  2. The dogmas and strict beliefs pushed by some can distract us from our connection to a higher power. It's important to be aware of how these ideas can keep us stuck and focused on the wrong things.
  3. Real healing and growth come from letting go of past traumas and raising our energy. This process allows us to see ourselves and others as pure light, capable of spreading love and understanding.

Madness, Fire, and Prophecy

Daniel Pinchbeck’s Newsletter • 31 implied HN points • 09 Jan 25
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spiritual growth
  1. The current state of the world feels chaotic, with misinformation spreading and leaders making false claims. This can create confusion and danger during crises.
  2. Change is happening, and many believe it’s a transformational time. It's an opportunity to discover deeper truths and connect more with ourselves and each other.
  3. Understanding that we are all part of a larger consciousness can help us move past ego and separation. Recognizing our unity might lead to a more compassionate and loving world.
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Returning To Human Scale

Creative Destruction • 55 implied HN points • 08 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Spiritual growth
  1. Reconsidering the scales we use in society can lead to more sustainable practices and healthier relationships with ourselves and nature.
  2. Applying a human/nature scale to businesses, cities, and work schedules can prioritize well-being over profitability and efficiency.
  3. Shifting to a human/nature scale approach in areas like internet communities and democracy can foster closer connections, better decision-making, and a more inclusive society.

A New Schedule for a New Year

DruGroup • 59 implied HN points • 29 Dec 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Spiritual growth
  1. New Year's resolutions are sometimes more effective when approached daily instead of yearly. Focusing on what we can do today might bring better results.
  2. Creating an elaborate daily schedule can lead to neglecting important relationships and personal needs. It's crucial to find a balance between self-improvement and spending time with loved ones.
  3. Skepticism about trendy diets and fitness fads can be healthy. Instead of following every trend, it's better to find what genuinely works for you and stick to it.

Fear

We're Gonna Get Those Bastards • 10 implied HN points • 16 Jan 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Spiritual growth
  1. Catastrophic thinking can trap you in a cycle of fear. It feels real, but often the worst outcomes don't happen.
  2. To overcome anxiety, it's important to make a decision to get better and take action. Change is hard but can lead to a much happier life.
  3. Fear holds you back from fully enjoying life. It’s mostly in our heads, and learning to trust that things will be okay can open up many possibilities.

Who Are You to ____?

Polymathic Being • 42 implied HN points • 13 Aug 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spiritual growth
  1. You don't need to be an expert to have well-formed thoughts or informed opinions on a topic.
  2. Expand your capabilities by applying systems thinking and critical thinking in diverse areas.
  3. Challenging paradigms and embracing insatiable curiosity can lead to unique insights and advancements in various fields.

Letter #6: Who are You?

Charles Eisenstein • 4 implied HN points • 06 Jul 25
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spiritual growth
  1. Understanding your identity can help you connect with others better. It’s important to know who you truly are inside.
  2. Sometimes, the simplest insights can have the biggest impact on our lives. We shouldn’t overlook the obvious truths.
  3. Personal journeys and experiences can lead to profound realizations about ourselves. Reflecting on these can change our perspective.

Notes from Retreat

As Ever • 7 implied HN points • 12 Dec 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spiritual growth
  1. Spiritual exercises help us face our true selves. It's important to be honest about who we are and what we feel.
  2. Artists have a responsibility to share beauty that helps others. Creating art should be about serving people, not just seeking approval.
  3. Change can be scary because it means letting go of what we know. Trusting in a higher purpose can lead to surprising growth and deeper understanding.

Total Glory

Theofuturism • 21 implied HN points • 07 Aug 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spiritual growth
  1. Human beings were originally formed as perfection in the mind of God, with immense meaning for how we should approach life.
  2. It is important to actively seek glorification and not passively accept current brokenness.
  3. To wage the inner war for goodness, one must first undergo a total death of self to receive the strength needed.

Your Questions

DruGroup • 19 implied HN points • 26 Oct 21
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spiritual growth
  1. Asking questions helps us learn and understand things better. The act of questioning can even make us smarter.
  2. Questions are key to building strong relationships. When we ask others about themselves, it shows we care and want to connect.
  3. Good questions can resolve conflicts and promote understanding. Instead of arguing, asking someone a thoughtful question can bring about peace.

Job Change Update + Fear and Faith [SoulHacks]

DruGroup • 19 implied HN points • 22 Jun 21
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spiritual growth
  1. Changing jobs doesn't mean losing your purpose. You can still add value in new ways, no matter where you work.
  2. Fear can hold us back more than anything else. Choosing to have faith is about focusing on what's more important than our fears.
  3. Courage isn't about being fear-free; it's about valuing something more than our worries and trusting in a greater plan.

After a Work Weekend

Sons of Liberty Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 09 May 25
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spiritual growth
  1. Working together creates strong energy and positive results, which can be felt after group efforts. It's important to stay aware of our choices and focus on being present.
  2. Practicing mindfulness, like taking five deep breaths, helps us maintain that energy and prevent distractions. We can either dissipate our energy or concentrate it on meaningful actions.
  3. The exercise of 'Baking of Bread' supports our connection and conscious actions, and its benefits grow over time. Remember, our efforts are not just for ourselves but also for others and a larger purpose.

Earth, Water & Fire

Davy Wavy Hides in Houston • 0 implied HN points • 18 Dec 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spiritual growth
  1. The Desert Monastics found deep spiritual lessons in the elements of earth, water, and fire, teaching us to see God's presence in the natural world around us.
  2. Their practices of humility, reliance on God's providence, and fervent pursuit of transformation reflect a holistic model for spiritual growth and harmony with Creation.
  3. Through their reverence for nature and intense pursuit of union with God, the Desert Monastics offer timeless wisdom on living an embodied spiritual life rooted in the elements of the Earth.

Fragments, Chapter 17, pp.363-368 - Reading Club posting 65

Journal of Gurdjieff Studies • 0 implied HN points • 05 Jan 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spiritual growth
  1. Understanding the true meaning of being serious is crucial, as it involves focusing on what is genuinely significant and not just trivial matters.
  2. Attaining real freedom requires sacrificing the illusion of freedom and being willing to go through the hard path of slavery and obedience.
  3. Observing how people react in different situations based on their types can provide insights into astrology and human behavior.

Fragments, Chapter 14, pp.278-282 - Reading Club posting 50

Journal of Gurdjieff Studies • 0 implied HN points • 08 Sep 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spiritual growth
  1. Objective truths can be challenging to explain in ordinary language due to the complexity of conveying unity in diversity.
  2. Ancient methods like myths, symbols, and verbal formulas were used to transmit objective knowledge and higher consciousness ideas.
  3. Understanding and applying the symbolism of duality, trinity, and harmony among the five centers in oneself can lead to transformative inner growth and connection to higher consciousness.

Fragments, Chapter 13, pp.271-277 - Reading Club posting 49

Journal of Gurdjieff Studies • 0 implied HN points • 01 Sep 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spiritual growth
  1. Silence can reveal truths and fears: People fear silence, and it can expose lies and discomfort. Being quiet can lead us to recognize lies and truths in our interactions.
  2. Creating an emotional state and the necessity of sacrifice: To awaken and create emotional states, one may need to sacrifice fantasies and suffering. Sacrificing one's own suffering can lead to freedom and the ability to work.
  3. Importance of understanding and explaining concepts: Explaining concepts to others can lead to personal understanding and discoveries. Sometimes, the act of explaining can help uncover new perspectives and connections.

Fragments, Chapter 7, pp.130-5 - Reading Club posting 25

Journal of Gurdjieff Studies • 0 implied HN points • 10 Mar 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spiritual growth
  1. Development involves either ascending or descending in all aspects, including changing moods, feelings, and energy levels.
  2. Understanding the law of octaves helps recognize the moments of 'intervals' and create necessary 'additional shocks' to achieve control and direction in activities.
  3. A school following esoteric traditions can teach the law of octaves, help in creating 'additional shocks,' and guide in understanding the union of the law of seven with the law of three.

The Digestion of the Unpleasant

Square Circle • 0 implied HN points • 28 Jun 25
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spiritual growth
  1. Being a perennialist means seeing that all religions have a common truth. Learning from different spiritual traditions can help us understand our experiences better.
  2. The story of the Magic Horse teaches us that spiritual growth often involves facing difficult emotions or situations. Sometimes, we need to confront what's uncomfortable to find our true desires.
  3. In spiritual practices, 'digestion' of emotions means fully experiencing and accepting them. This helps us grow and integrate our past experiences without being overwhelmed.

God, give me a heart of wood

Bright Morning Stars • 0 implied HN points • 29 Jul 25
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spiritual growth
  1. Being brokenhearted doesn't mean there's something wrong with you. It means you have deep wounds that others might not understand.
  2. It's important to acknowledge your pain and your broken heart. Accepting it can lead to valuable wisdom about yourself.
  3. Understanding your emotions and experiences, like broken hearts, is just as important as dealing with mental issues commonly discussed. Love and emotional pain matter too.