On another web site where I am active, a group of us have been talking about creating a new civilization and what that means. I’m sure most of you have seen the quote (ad nausea) about not being able to have a new civ without destroying the old one. But I think that has been misunderstood to a great extent. It’s not just the systems in the outer world that need the main attention. It is the one inside us that needs work. I think we cannot have a really new civilization without being newly invented individuals.

On another’s log I was asked this: So, when you say, "I think people who don't have the same consciousness probably won't give it [a charter of action created by another person] a second glance" do you think that people just stay in the same 'consciousness', as you say, or do you think that some people can be inspired to change their mind and evolve to a different, perhaps 'higher' consciousness?

I responded with the following: “Some people can be inspired to change and that is why I do what I do: But every person in their own time and place/space (starting with themselves) is how change occurs. There has to be synchronicity - the right time, place, situation, openness and willingness in order for someone to read something and consider, "Oh, hmmm, that's interesting, I've never thought about that before. That might be a good idea." People who are closed and read my stuff or other spiritual stuff often remain defiantly closed because they aren't open to anything different, (change is a threat), that's a fact from my experience. They either can't, or don't want to, understand what is being said. It would take something more extraordinary for a closed person to suddenly open up...and often that takes being in person with them where there is more of a transfer of energy, or actual physical touch (having to do with genuine compassion). Sometimes it takes many conversations. Even then, there are no guarantees. That doesn't stop me, and shouldn't stop anyone else from trying, while respecting the individual's free will and timing. Not forcing nor demanding, because that just sets up resistance. The path of least resistance is the easiest one to employ or follow and will yield results quickly. Funny how some people choose the path of most resistance (and I think most or all of us have been there and done that before). Do you think words will automatically inspire closed minds without regard to what I wrote above? Hell, man, you can write the most beautiful poem in the world, but if one's heart isn't open, they won't be touched by the poem. They might even ridicule it. [And] Since energy attracts like energy, I think people who don't have the same consciousness probably won't give it a second glance.”

No one seems to comprehend what I was saying. Interesting, hunh?

Many times a couple of friends and I have talked about how change begins within each person. Peace begins with having inner peace. Compassion comes about by having compassion and forgiveness for ourselves and then for others. Responsibility means having the ability to respond (not react), and that takes a certain way of thinking. It all starts inside. But in order for that inside to change, one has to be aware of what needs changing and how that change should manifest. One must be a mature adult.

What is a mature adult? One who can respond and not just react. An adult allows their Higher Self to be the one in charge as frequently as possible. The Higher Self gives a person 360 vision, and then some – inner vision – where we can see and feel and learn things being an immature grown up doesn’t, because they’re stuck in polarity dramas. The Higher Self is unconditionally loving, authentic, open, always honest and supportive, and isn’t judgmental. A mature adult is a person who has control over themselves, their emotions (not denying them but using them in a healthy way), in that they can realize when they are playing old games (power, control, ego, neediness, jealousy, abuse, anger, violence) and CHOOSE to be different. They choose to respond in a new way because the old way doesn’t really work. The old way is draining, often unproductive, disrespectful and harmful. It keeps people going around and around in an endless circle, getting nowhere new. How can you create a new civilization that way? You really can’t.

When someone writes, probably in jest, “put up your dukes,” on a thread of discussion regarding creating a new civilization, it’s the old games once again. The new way is for each person to be responsible for themselves, to change themselves and how they respond so that all are uplifted rather than put down that then trigggers the defensive games to restart. It is to feel each one of us IS enough, is good enough, is smart enough in our individual way, is contributing what we can WITHOUT having to compare it to anyone else for a one-upmanship. Unity with diversity: be united in the creation of a new conscious civilization with our diversities. That all brings it back to ourselves and how we respond.

This is a serious project. It takes a lot of awareness and willingness to be a mature adult. One must work at it day and night and in every situation. It is challenging. When you see yourself falling back into old negative patterns, when you’re ready to let someone have it so you can have your instant relief and feel superior, or you're trying to manipulate someone else, STOP! Realize your own pain, insecurity, and neediness, and that it's YOUR issue to deal with. This is something you bought into and made it your pattern. MAKE A CONSCIOUS CHOICE to change it into something that is truly helpful for yourself and for the others. Be honest, let go of the unnecessary fears, use discernment, use your time and energy wisely. Speak from your experience and your heart, walk your talk, and leave the put- downs to others who are not ready to see and conquer their own demons. This is being loving to yourself and others. It truly is. And, I guarantee that you will feel 100% better afterwards, and you will be able to recognize your patterns and change them easier and with more success each time afterwards. You will feel lighter, healthier, calmer, and even happier. You are becoming a mature adult who knows how to use their spirituality and metaphysics in a practical way; one who isn't a hypocrite, a split individual, but is an integrated being. I think this is the first step in how a new civilization needs to be created.

How to meet your Higher Self:
Sit quietly with yourself, go into a light meditation, and ask to meet your Higher Self. Your H.S. is not your ego. It is the core of you who has always been with you and will be with you when you return to the Source, the ultimate you, the one who knows, and is always there to share and offer inner guidance. Your H.S. may have a visual picture it wishes to use, it may have a sound, it may communicate telepathically. Ask that your H.S. come closer and help to guide you, and you can ask direct questions. For instance, you could ask, "What do I need to see or understand in this situation?" Ask your H.S. about itself. You will begin to receive answers. These also can be in the form of feeling, thoughts, sounded words, images, symbolism. In time you will develop the ability to interpret what you're receiving with more accuracy. Your H.S.'s information can always be put to the test and proven true. You can develop a strong connection with your Higher Self so that wherever you are and whatever your doing, ask your Higher Self to be right there with you with its input so you KNOW it's there.

For more info on communicating with spirit and your Higher Self, please read How to See & Communicate with Spirit and The Art of Clear Channeling.