Meaningful seeking is consciously undertaken, consciously organised and consciously directed. The goal must be formulated clearly and kept in mind. Learning and wanting to learn are inseparable. You learn best when you believe what you are trying to learn is of value to you. However, not everything you may want to learn has lasting value. Indeed, many of the things you want to learn may be chosen because their value will not last. (T4,V,5.3-8)
Preoccupations with problems set up to be incapable of solution are favourite ego devices for impeding learning progress. In all these diversionary tactics, however, the one question that is never asked by those who pursue them is, “What for?” This is the question that you must learn to ask in connection with everything. What is the purpose? Whatever it is, it will direct your efforts automatically. When you make a decision of purpose, then, you have made a decision about your future effort; a decision that will remain in effect unless you change your mind. (T4,V,5.6-11)
The truly helpful are God’s miracle workers, whom I direct until we are all united in the joy of the Kingdom. I will direct you to wherever you can be truly helpful, and to whoever can follow my guidance through you. (T4,VII,8.7-8)
Personal Transformation
If you have a challenge in your life now or if you are experiencing despair, first entertain the possibility that there is an answer. Allow yourself to think that this answer is so grand and wonderful that it is beyond human comprehension. Only a divine mind could reveal the next step. As you do this, you will feel the birth of hope. Hold to the idea that there is an answer, and hope will keep you going.
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