Poverty of Meaning

Life is a gift and there are so many amazing things to pursue. Sometimes it can be a struggle and we feel lost or unsure. More often than not these struggles or times of uncertainty pass and we find ourselves in pursuit of new goals or new energy comes into our lives. We can't always be fully engaged or highly motivated in every phase of life.

Poverty of Meaning is something that is altogether different. It is  the state of never having any meaningful goals, pursuits or wanting to be engaged in life. In this state life is simply a chore to be survived. Quality of life becomes unimportant and remaining in this way often feels better than trying to move out of its gravitational pull. The societal definition of quality of life can also create a complete barrier for people to find meaning.

The dream of life has been replaced by the dream of comfort and entitlement. Opportunity isn't the prize any more that people want, the prize is the personal comfort zone. Our human condition has been minimized to the comfort of technology. Life isn't something to be done, it is an incredible gift and opportunity to reach the highest expression of who we are and what we can become. We are all more capable of finding meaning than we are capable of living a life of Poverty of Meaning.

We revel in what we believe and what we believe we know. Stepping outside of ego and self is a challenge because it may mean giving up control. We want to see it before we believe it or scientific evidence is required, faith has no place in the human condition any more. A life lived in pursuit of the Spirit will never leave you with Poverty of Meaning. The wisdom and knowledge that is available through a relationship with God will create more meaning with each passing day. It doesn't mean you won't have struggles or difficulty in life, however meaning will always be your partner in life.

We have a primal desire to connect and have meaning. It doesn't come from technology or a materialistic comfort zone. I know a lot of people who are very comfortable in their material selves but have big struggles with living a meaningful life. I know many people who have given up a lot of material comfort and they are filled with immense and powerful meaning. Then factor in that they are actively pursuing that meaning and bringing it to fruition in their lives.

Life is an opportunity and a gift. Hold your morals and values to the flame and allow that sense of meaning we each have to flow out into the world. One person filled with meaning can change the world.

Energy

Energy, its about being self-aware. Quality of life can revolve around your energy, what you focus on, act on and choose to live like. We are disconnected in Western Society from our energy and that energies connection to the world around us. Society can tie us up by directing our energy in ways that are often not in our best interests. I often here complaints about how little energy people have.

Learning to be mindful of our energy is the first step in gaining back control. How do I want to live? That is a good question to ask oneself. We want to have the power of our energy working for us, not against us. This is a challenge in a negative society. That negativity is celebrated in the media because unfortunately it has become what sells. It is difficult not to absorb and feel that constant negative vibe all around us. Knowing what you want out of live and the quality of life you want helps you direct your energy.

One of the best tools I've discovered for taking back control of personal energy is the "Garbage in, Garbage out" philosophy. If I subject myself to television, media, movies, and other people who create negative energy for me then I will be negative. I can control and filter what comes into my environment. Its the most powerful form of control we have to protect and nurture our energy. I also like the "Change the Channel" method. If I don't like what I am seeing or hearing I can change the channel and tune into something that makes me happier or feel positive. There is always the ability to chose if you really want to absorb what is happening or that you are being subjected to. Take control of your environment, create a culture that will foster your desired energy not destroy it.

The mind is a tool we can use in life, we need not be slaves to the mind. Our heart is where the Spirit resides. If you want sound advice and direction this is where you need to be tuned into. Our heart is the quality control mechanism for the energy we experience and then how we can direct our personal energy. The heart understands the true nature we were born with and it will guide us towards what will bring us joy, peace and happiness. The mind is necessary for logic and reason, the heart is the engine that drives the power and passion of energy.

Energy and how we live through our energy is a choice. Take hold of it daily and direct it towards those things in life that bring you joy.  There is abundant good, positive and wonderful energy out there waiting for you to tap into it and benefit from. Chose quality over quantity. Chose to align with what works for you not what works because society tells you it is good for you.

"Live remarkable and follow the Spirit in your heart."