Empowerment and other matters ( reply from birgitt)

[Seamus McInerney]

Thanks Brigitt,
I understand better now.

Shay






OSLIST <OSLIST at LISTSERV.BOISESTATE.EDU> wrote:

>
> Hello Shay,
> Retention of memory is essential to build "wisdom files". A wisdom file is
> created every time we have an experience so that the next time we make a
> choice, we can do so with more of who we are when from that "present"
> position, we have the benefit of the past wisdom files so that as we go, we
> can make more and more choices for ourselves that are life enhancing. There
> are many types of memory.
>
> I also believe that we share collective memory based on the collective
> wisdom files and that when we learn how to tap into the collective
> consciousness, we work with our personal power and potential as the
> individual and as the individual who is part of the collective.
>
> In OST, I believe we are calling forth personal power in the form of these
> "wisdom files" when we assure the group that the wisdom is in the room. From
> my perspective of us as metaphysical multi-dimensional beings, I think it is
> limiting to say the wisdom is in the room. I think it would be more accurate
> to say those in the room have and can access the wisdom that is needed.
>
> Thanks for asking, Shay,
> Birgitt
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: OSLIST [mailto:OSLIST at LISTSERV.BOISESTATE.EDU]On Behalf Of Seamus
> McInerney
> Sent: Friday, February 21, 2003 3:52 PM
> To: OSLIST at LISTSERV.BOISESTATE.EDU
> Subject: Re: Empowerment and other matters ( reply from birgitt)
>
>
> Hi Brigitt,
> I recognise what you have said about empowerment (1) and (2) but can you
> expand a little on stage 3, retention of memory.
>
> In anticipation,
> Shay
>
> OSLIST <OSLIST at LISTSERV.BOISESTATE.EDU> wrote:
>
> >
> > Dear friends who are following this thread on empowerment,
> > I have learned that there are three modes of empowerment. The first mode
> of
> > empowerment is to achieve detachment  from outcome. The second is to
> embody
> > personal force and power, knowing that each of us within us holds the key
> to
> > create change and each of us within us has the resources that we need to
> do
> > so. In this second mode of empowerment, it is critical to create the
> > personal world in the image of your choosing (will is required) and to
> > engage in focused action. The third mode of empowerment is retaining
> memory.
> > This retention of memory is what we each draw on for knowledge and wisdom
> >
> > I have explored these modes of empowerment for the individual and for the
> > collective of individuals (otherwise known as an organization).
> >
> > Sometimes choices are to use empowerment to nurture life. And sometimes to
> > destroy life.
> >
> > Does OST assist the individual or collective in detaching from outcome? I
> > say no. By working with passion, it does the opposite, often.
> > Does OST assist the individual or collective to embody personal force and
> > power and knowledge that the resources lie within. I say yes.
> > Does OST assist in the retaining of memory. I think it has more potential
> > for this than is commonly worked with.
> >
> > I offer this to think about.
> > Birgitt
> >
> >
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