Aspects of the Self

Simply stated, an individual is composed of three basic, but very different parts of the self. They are the physical or tangible aspects as they relate to the body, the intellectual and conscious aspects as they relate to the mind, and the emotional and intuitive aspects as they relate to the soul. All three aspects of the self work together in perfect divine harmony when attention is paid to all three simultaneously.

Many individuals put a strong emphasis on the physical aspect of the self. The body is tangible, obvious, and we respond to it easily. More time and money is spent on enhancing the physical component than either of the other two aspects. This does not mean, however, that the body is healthy or strong. The body provides a container to house the soul (often experienced as feelings) and the spirit (often experienced as mind).

It is also important to many individuals that their mind be prominent and well educated. The mind is important, as it is the part of the self that directs the other two aspects. The mind learns what to do and communicates the information to the body and the feelings. "What the mind believes, the body manifests or acts on, and the emotions feel, or respond with." This does not mean, however, that one is capable of increasing their level of consciousness, storing only healthy thoughts and beliefs, or responding to life's circumstances in a healthy manner. The mind provides access to the spirit and higher mind, which are necessary for such processes as prayer, forgiveness, acceptance, and passion.

The human emotions are the most feared aspect of the self, as individuals are reluctant to manage them. Managing a feeling is like trying to hold water in the palm of your hand. They are illusive and deceptive. A decision made under emotional stress and strain is usually a mistake and additional negative emotions ensue. Negative emotions that are not managed are stored and repressed. This process is destructive, as all feelings, not only negative ones are stored deep in the mind. Accessing feelings when they are needed and appropriate is now difficult, leaving the individual numb and hopeless. The emotions are an integral part of intuition and discernment as the soul is contacted for information.

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