Nature functions in systems. They are all around us: in the weather (El Nino), in beautiful configurations as in fractals (crystals), but also in the body. The brain functions in systems - in stabilized circuits, so do the organs. All these systems are interrelated. On top is the controller is the ' I '.
It has the illusion that it is the master of his body. Yet he/she has no inkling of the systems that make up his/her organisms and consciousness. That in fact he lives by the grace of them. Only in extraordinary situations, like feeling ill, his attention is drawn to one of them not operating well. When one system collapses others are affected by it as well. Nature will seek another equilibrium - a second best.
The smart ' I ' can influence certain of his systems with attention, awareness and visualization, as mentioned above. If a mood takes hold of him he/she may focus attention to it, feeling acutely how he is being affected and by doing so influences the system to perform as it should.
Wordly systems affect man as well: office/household routine. But spiritually he may also be linked to a system, even without him knowing so.
Interesting...
ReplyDeleteAlthough we seldom think of the world around us, or indeed, our own bodies, as being part of a larger system the idea does have merit. I like your example of the body feeling ill and that bringing on a recognition of the self to a particular cog in the system.
However, do you have any thoughts on whether a person, through sheer focus and clarity of the mind (or perhaps a complete lack thereof) can cause the system or one of it's related parts to 'malfunction', or conversely, to return to equilibrium? As an example, can a person cause either a positive or negative effect on their own bodies simply by focusing the mind intently on a certain area?
You certainly allude to this possibility in your post and would be interested in seeing an expansion on that thought.
"Systems" are interrelated and interdependent. They work in harmony, and are tested when any one part is not functioning (doing its part). Perception is a huge factor in the 'health' of the systems, impact to self and others, and the interconnectedness of systems. There is such power in the ability to drive systems through our individual and collective thoughts. If more people used the power of positive thinking more intuitively and often, the ripple effect would be amazing! I'm a firm believer in seeing the 'glass half full'!! It's a choice!
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