For this Sunday, April 9th, the focus for
our meditation will be on Reductionism.
The concept of Reductionism
in the field of science refers to the ability to break a complex theory down
into its simpler, more fundamental components.
I find it interesting that some uses of the word Reductionism are
considered derogatory. If you can Reduce
a complex idea down into simpler parts it apparently implies the original idea
must not have been very advanced or complex in the first place. In my experience, however, the inability to
break a complex concept down into basic components to make it more easily
understood by others often reflects the ignorance of the individual who is
pretending to be knowledgeable. They can’t
break the concept down and explain it more simply because they themselves don’t
truly understand it. When you apply the principle
of Reductionism it strips away all that is nonessential. The end result of Reductionism reveals
the true essence of something. Where numerous
differences may appear among a collection of items the process of eliminating
anything that isn’t necessary ends up exposing how much they hold in
common. Take a group of disparate people,
for instance, and remove the superficial variances in clothing and accessories
and you quickly notice many more similarities than differences. Conflicts among people occur often because of
perceived differences. You are seen as
being different from me, therefore my reaction may be one of fear and
distrust. However, if we applied the
concept of Reductionism we might first recognize how much more we are
alike than different. This week in our
prayer and meditation let us consider the idea of Reductionism and how
we might apply that to others we believe are not like us. Through the willingness to eliminate
perceived differences and instead embrace the commonalities may we be moved to
acceptance rather than rejection of those who are different.
In our efforts this week let us also continue to use the
energy of our prayers and meditation to amplify the light that covers and fills
this nation. As we perform our
meditation this week let us begin by re-energizing the brilliance and power of
the light we create. Just as before,
begin by forming a concentrated ball of light that is so bright it is almost
impossible to look directly at it. Raise
this sphere of light up high over the nation and then let its rays cascade down
to create a solid, impenetrable dome of light that completely covers every inch
of our country. From shore to shore and
border to border let the entire continent be filled with this brilliant, dense
light that will serve to magnify the best and highest qualities of our country
and the people who live across its vast lands.
Please follow the same practice as before: Get centered in
your body, ask to bring in your guides and others who are there to assist us,
and connect to the circle of others participating in this project.
Ask yourself what do I feel in my body when I am able to Reduce the differences among people and
instead recognize the similarities? How does it feel in my body when I
can strip away what is unnecessary and Reduce
things to their essentials to better understand them? Then send the
energy and intention of those feelings to the nation.
Be sure to disconnect from the circle at the end and express
thanks for those who have helped us in this effort.
If you have feedback or experiences you would like to share
please let me know via e-mail to kmiritello@gmail.com
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