Can I Really use the Universal Laws to Create the Life of my Dreams?
Summary
This article discusses the purpose of certain universal laws such as the Law of Attraction and the
Law of Abundance. The author offers his view on the use of these powerful forces as vehicles
for personal gain.
Article
Universal laws or cosmic laws are the underpinnings of reality. Without them, reality as we
know it would not exist. Universal law gives order to the universe. It is not necessary to be
aware of these laws for them to affect you. Universal laws are always operating in the back drop
of the physical universe with or without our knowledge.
Many metaphysical authors and professionals make a distinction between natural law and
spiritual law. Natural laws are the forces identified by scientists as having a direct and verifiable
effect on the physical world. A perfect example of natural law is gravity. Spiritual laws include
the principles of attraction, abundance, and growth. These laws have not been validated by the
scientific community, and so they remain in the realm of metaphysics. I use the term “universal
law” to include both natural law and spiritual laws.
Universal laws are the forces enacted by the Creator to allow humans to experience physical
reality. Physical reality is the environment where humans experience ‘life’. I sometimes refer to
life as the ‘human experiment’. I believe the purpose of life is to create tests and challenges
designed to improve our character, and grow in spirit. Some people refer to these experiments as
‘missions’. We carry out our missions through the roles we assume. Roles are analogous to the
many ‘hats we wear’ in our relationships. People form relationships for many reasons. Some of
these relationships include marriage, employment, social groups, religious organizations, and
whole societies.
One of the easiest physical laws to observe is gravity. We can all appreciate that gravity keeps
our feet planted to the ground. There was a time when gravity was not officially recognized by
name. Yet humans have always been aware of its effect on them.
There are natural consequences for ignoring or violating universal law. If you jump out of a
plane without a parachute, the law of gravity will ensure that you will make contact the Earth. I
assure you it will not be a pleasant experience. Everyone understands this result without even
being told. Only cartoon characters walk away intact from stunts like that.
Universal law works much the same as societal law. In the United States, we drive on the right
side of the road. Everyone who is granted a driver’s license is expected to observe this rule. It’s
for our safety that we all agree to this. If we drive on the left side of the road, someone is bound
to get injured.
My understanding is that, at one time, the universal law was known only to a relatively small
number of people. My sense is that these laws were withheld from society because it was
thought that they would misuse it for personal gain. Conspiracy theorists contend that certain
elitist groups kept this metaphysical knowledge hidden in order to retain power over the people.
I am unable validate this statement. In any case, metaphysics came into the main stream decades
ago and is now available to the general population.
I can see the true purpose of universal law is largely misunderstood. There are misguided
individuals (who often assume the ambiguous title of life coach) selling books and programs
encouraging people to seek fame and fortune by manipulating the Law of Attraction. It’s
certainly possible to make your dreams come to life with a little instruction. There’s a quaint
saying that should be considered before exploiting universal law for personal gain: “Be careful
what you wish for.” It’s a mistake to believe you can use the universal laws for self-indulgence
and hedonistic pursuits. It’s true; we can use them for that purpose, but there are consequences
in doing so.
Misuse of the certain universal laws such as the principle of attraction can lead to a miserable
existence. Again, the universal laws were designed to support the life of the planet and the
enactment of the human experience. People often ask for what they believe they want and not
necessarily what is good for them. This strategy typically ends in regret and unhappiness.
Also, when a knowledgeable “professional life coach” speaks about the Law of Abundance, this
person is not referring to the accumulation of fabulous wealth and material possessions. This
principle is grossly misunderstood and exploited by those who possess only a limited
understanding of universal law.
The Law of Abundance is one of the more misinterpreted universal laws. The saying: “He who
dies with the most toys wins” flies in the face of the true meaning of this principle. A correct
understanding of abundance should give us contentment rather than an insatiable appetite to
consume everything we lay our eyes on. Any urge that mindlessly drives us to accumulate riches
does not come from a sense of abundance, but rather from a state of deprivation.
Another universal law that I have spoken about in past articles is the Law of Growth. I believe
that I was in error in saying that the purpose of organic life forms is endless growth.
Unrestrained reproduction is dangerous to life on a planet with limited space and resources.
When I speak about the Law of Growth, I am referring to consciousness. Perhaps I should retitle
this metaphysical principle the Law of Expanding Consciousness. Consciousness is not limited
to the confines of physical space.
A person should educate himself/herself in the operation of the universal law in order to achieve
a positive outcome. I recommend using universal laws for self-improvement. This means
conducting an inner self-exploration to identify negative emotions and limited beliefs that may
be blocking your path to personal fulfillment.
It often helps to have a knowledgeable person guide you in learning the proper use of universal
law. Many people choose to hire a “life coach” to assist them. How do you find a qualified
professional life coach? First, not all people claiming the title “life coach” instruct people in
how to use of universal law constructively. There are no licensing requirements for this
profession. There are hundreds of life coach certification programs on the Internet. I have found
many of them use questionable marketing techniques and make false promises to lure gullible
consumers into purchasing their expensive and grossly inadequate training programs. That being
said, there are many excellent trained and experienced life coaches with informative websites to
can help you make your decision. You should be aware that some of the best life coaches have
no formal training.
I suggest using your intuition to identify a mentor who possesses the skills necessary to guide
you in your personal journey. Most importantly, you will also want to assess your potential
mentor’s temperament and decide whether this person is a good match your own unique
personality. It is my opinion that the goal of any professional life coach or mentor should be to
equip their client to make good decisions. God endowed humans with a thinking ability. We
can use this gift to (successfully) direct the course of our lives without permanently relying on
the instruction of another being.
Bio
David is a Board Certified Hypnotist and Reiki healer. He is a past article contributor to the
Sedona Journal of Emergence. David is the author of The First Truth: A Book of Metaphysical
Theories and Illusion of the Body: Introducing the Body Alive Principle. He has also coauthored a chapter for the Adventures in Manifesting Series: Soulful Relationships. David is a
committed volunteer advocate for abused and neglected children with the court sanctioned
Guardian ad Litem program. Visit his website at http://www.findyourdivinelight.com
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