Current era can be characterized in many ways. My favorite is this: information wars. We’re living through the times of information wars, being constantly bombarded by different, if not controversial opinions. These opinions often come from “reliable” sources, or at least we attempt to sort them out on the basis of reliability, sometimes misconceived. Some people are perfectly okay with choosing one view over another and sticking to it no matter what, and it’s a valid choice point; but if you’re trying to navigate your way through the sea of (mis)information, read on.
How can we make sense of everything which comes our way? How to figure out what’s right and what’s wrong? Following Inner Guidance is the key because the only true solution to this dilemma is a spiritual one.
Over long periods of Earth history, people identified themselves with and followed various authority figures, being much deeper influenced if friends or family had already been following them. It happens in part because we are very social species who love forming groups; another reason is insecurity, a consequence of being disconnected from our Divine roots. In this state of disconnection, being part of a collective feels a lot better than being a loner. It provides a false sense of security.
While authority figures come and go, our desire to belong survives. “Tell me whom you’re following and I’ll tell you whether you’re a friend or a foe” – becomes a slogan, conscious or not.
Sorting people on this basis is like peeing against the wind; it equals being sorted on this very same basis, which leads nowhere on the path of spiritual evolution. Could it be better to not follow anybody, and listen to the Inner Guidance instead? Embracing Inner Guidance allows for a lot of Light to come through. In turn, the Light illuminates remaining dark areas and facilitates their release. The more darkness is released, the more Light enters. Once initiated, this process goes on and on until all conditioning is released and we return to the Source – but don’t hold your breath! – there’s still a long way to go.