I THINK, THEREFORE I EXIST!

A similar statement was credited to the seventeenth-century French philosopher René Descartes. By saying “I think; therefore, I am” Descartes reckoned that he had arrived at the ultimate statement which could not be doubted. He found that he could not doubt that he himself existed, as he was the one doing the doubting in the first place.

Certainly, we feel our own existence. No matter how real this feels to us, it is just consciousness of our existence. As man there is yet a further quest. Who am I?

Yes, I do exist but what am I? Who am I? Many have tried in vain to define themselves by the title they bear on earth: President, Chairman, CEO, General Manager and so on. Such definitions vanish when the position that confers such titles are removed. Of course, such titles are transient. Neither can we be defined by our fame as beauty queen, wonderful dancer, or boxing champion as these too are not permanent and even if they are, they do not truly define us in our real essence and immense abilities.

The real question is that man needs to become self-conscious. The purpose of life on earth is for us to attain this all-important self-consciousness. To know exactly who we really are.

You are much more than your physical body that the world can see. Your physical body too is transient. It is born, it grows, matures, ages and then withers away. Yet through it all, deep within you, you do not feel old or frail. Only the body experiences these. That core in you that feels forever young is your real self! It is spirit!

To know the nature of the spirit therefore is to know yourself. Your real self. The spirit has its origin in the Spiritual part of this wonderful Creation. From there it takes a dip into this earth in order to mature. Maturity involves coming to self-consciousness. So, what is the nature of the spirit? What are the abilities of the spirit?

1. Spirit has access to the ever-flowing Power that streams through Creation. Spirit can make use of this Power to achieve the miraculous in all areas of life! The scope for development within our space of existence is set so wide such that development is endless and eternal!

2. Spirit is magnetic. It can attract people, circumstances and all that it genuinely desires. The possibilities are simply innumerable!

3. So that spirit will not attract everything and everyone to itself in a wild confusion, the spirit is endowed with the power to decide on what is to be attracted to it. The decision is made through our thoughts, words and deeds. So, we are also managers of what is to come to us in this wonderful workshop of Creation which offers a table that is always set. From this table we can take whatever we desire in line with our abilities. The table is always set and it gives to us and always gives in abundance.

You now see that for anyone to ignore these magnificent spiritual abilities and be restricted to some paltry earthy titles and fame is pitiable indeed.

With this understanding, let us begin our journey to self-consciousness by listening to our inner voice in silence, staying in nature regularly, practising the art of giving to others in love, receiving with gratitude and meditating on the Almighty always. Let us also resolve to do only what is good and make everything we do into a service to the Lord of all the Worlds! With these we will be on our way to working consciously in the spiritual sense. Peace, joy and success is what follows naturally.

HOW TO LIVE A FULFILLING LIFE

To truly live a fulfilling life, we must first understand our true nature—who we really are and what our inherent abilities are. Our real self is not defined by our titles, positions, or the amount of money in our bank accounts. These external factors may grant temporary power, but relying solely on them leaves us vulnerable. When they are taken away, we risk losing our sense of identity.

At our core, we are spirit. When we become conscious of this truth, we unlock access to the limitless Power of Creation, which only our spirit can harness. Titles, wealth, and earthly power do not grant us this access—only our inner being does.

Just as a lens gathers and focuses the sun’s energy, our spirit, through its instrument known as intuition, can receive and direct the Power of Creation flowing through us. We can channel this energy through our thoughts and actions to achieve remarkable things, provided we have a clear intention.

Another profound ability of the spirit is its power of attraction—it draws to itself whatever aligns with its focus. However, to avoid attracting chaos or confusion, we are also endowed with the ability to choose what we invite into our lives.

Tapping Into Our Spiritual Abilities

Understanding our spiritual potential is one thing; using it wisely is another. To live a fulfilling life, we must commit to harnessing these abilities effectively. Here’s how:

1. Embrace the Power of Silence

Deep contemplation strengthens our thoughts, making them magnetically powerful. When we focus deeply on an idea in silence, it becomes enriched, attracting similar thoughts and even higher inspirations from the unseen world. This is what we often recognize as true inspiration—a guiding force that leads us toward greater achievements.

2. Reflect on the Word of Truth

By continually reflecting on eternal truths, we sharpen our intuition—the inner voice that guides us toward the right choices. A well-developed intuition protects us from mistakes, ensuring that our actions align with wisdom, goodness, and purpose.

3. Connect with Nature

Nature is a reflection of divine order, harmony, and effortless beauty. The streams, fields, flowers, and trees radiate peace and wisdom. The birds and animals live instinctively in tune with creation. Spending time in nature helps us reconnect with our own spiritual essence, offering clarity and inner renewal.

4. Follow the Law of the Power of every Simplification!

Nature teaches us that greatness comes effortlessly—birds do not struggle to fly; they simply fly. The Earth rotates smoothly without force. In the same way, we can achieve a fulfilling life effortlessly by letting go of the belief that life must be hard. Live with joy, act with love, and pursue your desires without causing harm to others. The secret to a meaningful life is as simple as that.

Success Is Within Reach

Everything that comes into our lives is a result of what we have invited—consciously or unconsciously and it could be what is to teach us and contribute to our growth. If we approach life with courage, goodness, and faith, we will naturally attract abundance, joy, and fulfilment.

So let us step forward boldly, choosing to do what is right at all times. As we desire, so shall it be!

 

Olusola Adeyegbe