| Even though it is true that at least an ever | | | | progress, and better understanding, assuming of |
| increasing number of us enjoy the benefit of a | | | | course you are honest about the answers you |
| fruitful spiritual journey, we never have exactly | | | | get... |
| the same journey. Every journey is individual, and | | | | An open mind |
| therefore unique. | | | | Be open to new ideas, or new ways to view old |
| This being the case though, there are a few tools | | | | ideas. Listen, learn, question, and be honest about |
| which we could all afford to carry in our spiritual | | | | the answers. True open mindedness require you |
| tool belt, starting with... | | | | consider everything that comes your way |
| Honesty | | | | honestly and for it's own merit. And yes this is |
| This is probably the single most important tool for | | | | difficult to do, since we all wear the glasses of our |
| spiritual progression. Honesty to yourself. (even | | | | belief structures. Though might I suggest you |
| about being honest to yourself. I mean are you | | | | take these off every now an then, and ask |
| really?...) It is only through this that you are able | | | | yourself. What if?.... |
| to truly move forward and progress, since this | | | | And a practical tool... |
| tool will allow you to truly evaluate your existing | | | | Meditation |
| opinions, beliefs and views. | | | | It does not really matter which faith you hold. |
| A Question | | | | Meditation is simply a must. An opportunity to |
| As it would seem, without a question, there is no | | | | deeply ponder yourself and all those things you |
| answer. Without a question there is no progress. | | | | have encountered. An opportunity for seeking the |
| Certainty breeds comfort zones, and comfort | | | | answers to those niggling questions. And a tool |
| zones imprison. The rule is - question everything, | | | | most valuable for strengthening your spiritual and |
| even if the answer is the same, continue to | | | | life resolve, the obvious health benefits aside.. |
| question everything. This tool will no doubt provide | | | | I bid you well on your journey... |
| you with every interesting opportunities for | | | | |