Appreciating The Law of Opposites To Manifest What You Want
Published on 5 Apr 2009 at 7:42 am.
12 Comments.
Filed under Attraction, Feature Articles, Personal Development Strategies, Spirituality & Inspiration.
Several month’s ago I read Neal Donald Walsch’s new book, “Happier Than God” which is a fabulous book!
He identifies the five great Principles of Life on page 54 as:
1. The Energy of Attraction, which gives you power
2. The Law of Opposites, which gives you opportunity
3. The Gift of Wisdom, which gives you discernment
4. The Joy Of Wonder, which gives you imagination
5. The Presence of Cycles, which gives you eternity
He says, “The Law of Opposites works in perfect harmony with the Energy of Attraction. This principle states that no sooner will you call something into your reality than it’s exact opposite will also appear - and always first.
Opposites provides a context to experience what is desired by first experiencing what is undesired as a sign that you are on the right path toward your chosen objective.
We need the contrast to have a frame of reference to experience something for what it is.
- War and peace
- Love and hate
- Struggle and ease, surrender
- Fear and faith, trust
- Light and dark
Many people mistakenly see the appearance of the opposite of their desire as a block or obstacle that must be overcome and eliminated. They view the experience as a negative; a problem that is keeping them from having what they desire rather than path to success.
Since the end of January I’ve let go of a number of projects, graduated some old clients, decluttered my home and my life to be more focused on the things I feel inspired to pursue. Through the process of “releasing and letting go” the first thing that has shown up is an “emptiness and quiet.” My emails have dropped off, my phone isn’t ringing off the hook, and things feel slower right now.
My head sees this quieter period (which I asked for and created!) as a potential problem. My heart says, “YES! Thank you for this gift of time and space to step into the next and higher version of who I am meant to be!”
So, instead of slipping into “victim consciousness” and worry, I’ve decided to enjoy the time to let my imagination and inspiration play with my book ideas and see what emerges!
How to appreciate the Law of Opposites?
Here are seven tips:
1. Bless the experience and say thank you.
2. Be open to uncover any subconscious beliefs and programs potentially contributing to what you are experiencing that are ready to be healed, released, and replaced.
3. Listen to your inner wisdom and guidance for clarity and perspective. It is the Gift of Wisdom that helps us to discern the difference between being up against a wall or at the entrance to a doorway.
4. Allow your curiosity and wonder to guide you to a more joyful experience. Unleash the power of your imagination to dream of possibilities and opportunities on the horizon.
5. Put your attention on all the gifts and blessings in your life. Gratitude is a powerfull attitude shifter that moves us from a state of constriction to expansion.
6. Remind yourself that the Law of Opposites exists to light the way to your desires. Monitor your thoughts and judgments so that you see and feel the truth rather than react to the story and illusion you are creating in your mind.
7. Use your spiritual practices to stay connected to your heart and The Divine. Choose to do things that bring you joy. Reach out to the people who love and celebrate you.
Have a great weekend!
Blessings,
Lorraine
www.powerfull-living.biz
www.isayyesnow.com
Suzie Cheel on 5 Apr 2009 at 8:53 pm: 1
I particularly like no 6 Lorraine, also if we don’t have contrasts/opposites we don’t get clarity
namaste
Suzie
lorraine on 6 Apr 2009 at 4:39 pm: 2
Exactly Suzie
Having that perspective can really shift anger and frustration to appreciation and the ability to see the path that clears. Now, to just remember that!
Namaste
Lola Fayemi / Nourishment.............. on 14 Apr 2009 at 7:51 am: 3
Hi Lorraine
Thanks for this post this information is sooo important!
The Law of Opposites is probably the universal law I most resonate with right now after years of misunderstanding the emergence of the opposite of my desires showing up when I attempt to move forward.
I used to feel victimised and held back but now see the opportunity for clearing and healing that is being shown to me.
I’m finding it helpful, if not intense, to spend some time hanging out in the fear in the clearing. As I’ve found that usually there is some feeling we are resisting that needs to be felt to take the gift and let it pass.
Looking forward to the book!
In peace and prosperity x x x
lorraine on 14 Apr 2009 at 9:26 am: 4
Beautifully said Lola
I continue to receive email and blog comments with the question - wht am I doing wrong? when the opposite shows up. They express anger and frustration and miss the meaning of the experience. Bravo on coming to such wisdom!
Cheers,
Lo
David Siteman Garland on 14 Apr 2009 at 5:35 pm: 5
Lorraine,
Great content here. Sometimes facing fear is a GREAT thing. We did an episode about it on The Rise To The Top (http://tinyurl.com/byow6a)
Keep up the great bloggin’ work.
-D
lorraine on 15 Apr 2009 at 9:13 am: 6
I agree - Fear serves a pupose and we can learn from our reactions to fear rather than labeling our emotions as good or bad. We can develop great strength and clarity from the fears we create through the imaginings of our mind.
Amber on 15 Apr 2009 at 10:02 am: 7
Love this Lorraine! I recently found this happening in my love life. Found a man that offered me the moon only to then find the one I truly connected with on a soul level. The universe seems to put people into my life as stepping stones in a way. As a way to learn what i really want in life…very interesting because just when something goes bad the positive after is so much better!
lorraine on 15 Apr 2009 at 4:25 pm: 8
Thanks for sharing Amber
I also invite you to let go of seeing things as good/bad and step into appreciation for all that flows and all you create for your growth and experience. It removes the judgments and labels we can put on things which frees us to be a whole lot happier. (I wrote that as a reminder to me too!)
Evelyn Lim on 16 Apr 2009 at 1:20 am: 9
My husband just bought the book Happier than God for me. I haven’t read it yet. Looks like I need to get round to it soon
I like what you shared about your heart tells you “YES! Thank you for this gift of time and space to step into the next and higher version of who I am meant to be!” You’ve got an awesome way of looking at things!!
lorraine on 16 Apr 2009 at 7:50 am: 10
You’ll love the book Evelyn. Neale simplifies principles that can be life-changing.
The dance between the head and heart is one we can learn to appreciate and use to help us grow positively.
Thank your for adding your thoughts Evelyn!
Homemaker Barbi (Danelle Ice) on 17 Apr 2009 at 4:11 pm: 11
I’ve always heard it referred to in this way: each subject is really 2 subjects, the presence of x, and the absence of x. So the opposite would be the absence of the item.
lorraine on 17 Apr 2009 at 10:14 pm: 12
I have heard what you are describing as the duality of things. To recognize and experience X you must have the opposite to create a frame of reference with both aspects serving us. Without the opposite we would not be able to know the difference and receive the blessing and teaching each one brings.