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How much better off people would be if they realized there is nothing special about God and spirituality. It's your birthright to be whole and present with Reality. (Instead of 'Reality' you could substitute 'God', but if the term has distinct meanings that are limiting, it's not a suitable substitution; as the term has to encompass EVERYTHING.)

Here' s an example of how you can 'see' into daily events to discover your true 'Self'...

Imagine you're in a grocery store; waiting in line to check out. What feelings do you notice? What thoughts 'run' through your head? Are you at ease, or dis-ease? Would you rather be someplace else, or are you satisfied just where you are?

This is how we find ourselves. Nothing special.

Pay attention to the thoughts, feelings, urgings, etc. that you notice, NOW. Why do you feel compelled to run away from something; only to get to another place from which you want to run? Why does the moment seem dis-satisfying? Where do you think you can go!? Look at what you can accomplish (realistically, not idealistically, as if you were 'perfect'.) What can you change and what can't you change...and will it really make any difference? By watching Reality (but more specifically, the way YOU see it) unfold you will come to see who you are and what is REAL.

What you discover WILL amaze you, and you will find peace and satisfaction in every moment. You will discover your true Self.

Matthew

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