Illusions

      We surround ourselves with illusions on a daily basis. Actually, life itself is an illusion, but that is a complicated issue to address. It is best to look at the illusions all around us and how we are affected by them. We know, of course, that in the entertainment field we are entertained with the use of illusions. The most potent is that of the actor or actress who projects an illlusion to create an image. With that talent and the use of physical illusions and sounds, a scene or scenario is created. The illusion is pieced together by imagination and the weaving of a story to create an overall illusion. We become part of the illusion we see and are temporarily removed from our daily set patterns. The illusion we see on screen we react to and interact with to varying degrees. It may be left when we leave the movie or tv or it may leave an impression on us that not only stays with us but affects our thoughts and feelings.

      There are so many, many illusions we live by that a list would be endlessly long. We all have an overall set of illusions ...a creation ... an agreement and we have our own individual illusions. We create our mental environment or set of pictures by the illusion we have created with our thoughts. When we act upon these thoughts and accept them as true, we then have created an illusion which becomes truth.... at least truth to the individuals who created them.

      Our children become the inheritors of our truth, our illusions, and it is rare that there are parents who allow their children room to perceive a different aspect of the illusions they are presented. Sometimes these little spirits (little in body, not little in spirit) have wonderful insight that is just waiting to express itself, but there is no opening. Sometimes the insights come through and if it is not part of the 'norm', then it is dismissed. As a result, other insights which could have followed are not allowed to flow freely. Listen to your children. Listen to the little ones.

      How do we distinguish illusion from truth? There is no set way. One person's truth is another person's illusion. So we must find a core of belief, a center from which truth can evolve. That core, as you may have guessed if you follow these posts, is within. We each have guidance. We each do not necessarily have to believe as another or have the same truths or illusions. What we do need to do is filter the illusions of belief through our inner core. Let the thoughts dwell within and think on them. Too quickly accepting illusions or beliefs can cause turmoil as it may not be compatible with what your inner guidance tells you.

      There are many aspects of illusion that we could speak on, but first must come the realization that all is not as it appears on the surface. It takes not only insight but outer sight. Using the outer sight to examine and to look closely at living forms of life shows many parts that are not obvious at first sight....or even second sight. The same kind of examination can be used when dealing with inner sight. Take time to examine and take more than one look.

      Illusions can make you ill. There is no intent here to weaken the wonders of imagination and the creativity of the mind to bring forth music, art, drama, literature and other expressions of thought. The mind is a creative tool that loves to explore. Simply, just be aware of the possibility that there may be illusions in your life you are unaware of because you've never taken the time to look and examine. You might be surprised to find that your beliefs have changed. You may be stronger in character than you think, you may have more confidence and skill than you think, you may be limiting yourself by your illusion of yourself. Search for the truth.