A Morning of Contrast

I first learned Abraham-Hicks’ three step process from the original edition of the movie “The Secret”^aff.

It’s pretty simple:

1.) Ask (we do this - automatically)
2.) Answer (the universe does this - automatically)
3.) Receive (we do this - but it takes some work)

I’ve read that in the extended edition of the movie^aff, it was changed to “Ask, Believe, Receive.” I’ve never seen that version, so I can’t comment on it. I’m going to stick with the Abraham-Hicks version here.

One of the ways that Esther/Abraham begins her talks is by asking the audience if they are “appreciating the contrast of their experience.” By contrast, she’s talking about the difference between what is and what is wanted.

I’ve noticed that she doesn’t say accept it… she’s talking about “appreciating” it.

We appreciate it because it helps us to clarify what we want.

This morning was the first time that I was able to remember this idea the instant something happened that I didn’t want in my experience.

The laundry machines here at my apartment complex gave me clarity!

I don’t mind so much when they are out of order and I know this before I’ve put the detergent and money in… but when realize they are broken down afterwards… boy, that pisses me off!

So I know what I don’t want - I don’t want doing my laundry be a pain in the ass.

And what do I want? The opposite… I want an easy and effortless way of getting my laundry done.

It may seem like a simple example, but this could have been a real breakthrough for me. I actually allowed myself to admit - on the spot, immediately, and consciously - that I don’t want what I have.

I appreciated the contrast of my experience.

Steps 1 and 2 are done.

Now, it’s time to get focused on what I do want. It’s been asked and answered.

And by the simple practice of gratitude (appreciation), I’m moving myself into a place where I’m able to receive.

If you find yourself in a similar situation, whether it’s as “small” as your laundry or a “big” life changing event, just make sure that you are honest about your situation. Allow the feelings to be what they are, and use your thoughts to guide yourself to a better feeling place.

Don’t squelch those feelings in a form of fake gratitude - “Oh, it’s OK, there’s so much good in my life anyway, I can deal with it,” while the whole time you are stewing inside.

Allow those rockets of desire to fly! By resisting them, you’re only making yourself miserable… since they are going to go up anyway.

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[This article was included in Live The Power Unlimited, Volume 3]