Today we are continuing to develop the theme of cause and effect. You are not
the victim of the world you see because you invented it. You can give it up as
easily as you made it up. You will see it or not see it, as you wish. While you
want it you will see it; when you no longer want it, it will not be there for
you to see.
The idea for today, like the preceding ones, applies to your inner and outer
worlds, which are actually the same. However, since you see them as different,
the practice periods for today will again include two phases, one involving the
world you see outside you, and the other the world you see in your mind. In
today's exercises, try to introduce the thought that both are in your own
imagination.
Again we will begin the practice periods for the morning and evening by
repeating the idea for today two or three times while looking around at the
world you see as outside yourself. Then close your eyes and look around your
inner world. Try to treat them both as equally as possible. Repeat the idea for
today unhurriedly as often as you wish, as you watch the images your imagination
presents to your awareness.
For the two longer practice periods, three to five minutes are recommended, with
not less than three required. More than five can be utilized, if you find the
exercises restful. To facilitate this, select a time when few distractions are
anticipated, and when you yourself feel reasonably ready.
These exercises are also to be continued during the day, as often as possible.
The shorter applications consist of repeating the idea slowly, as you survey
either your inner or outer world. It does not matter which you choose.
The idea for today should also be applied immediately to any situation which may
distress you. Apply the idea by telling yourself:
"I have invented this situation as I see it."
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