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The Emerging Paradigm- A Shifting of Consciousness
Author:  Susan Anderson   11/04/06

Look around you.  Maybe you are one of those who has been tuning in and have
become aware of the changes being  sensed on many levels. We have been
residing for several hundred years in a world that has focused predominately on
the physical, mechanical, and scientifically explainable view of reality. But now,
like a window that has been shattered by the compelling force of Mother Nature,
the new consciousness is reaching critical mass and blowing into our lives. As if
to clear out the stale, outdated model of existence, we are being given the subtle
message “Get ready for the ride!”.

For much too long we have ignored the deeper side of inner life that provides a
richness unparalleled to any other.  We have become like armies of worker ants, following 
along, without question, doing what we are told.  For so long many of us have accepted as 
unbridled truth- the information we are given from the large corporations, organizations and 
government-as being is in our best interest. Like the obedient child who is ill, we take the 
recommended doses given,  placing absolute trust in these groups. But unlike the curious 
child, we haven’t continued to explore, investigate, and seek possibilities while searching for 
our own truth. That is… up until now.

Change is upon us. It is everywhere and has been for the past few decades. Almost as if 
awakening from a deep slumber, many are beginning to sense the shift.  Like any change that 
arrives at our doorstep, first there is stubborn resistance. This creates a state of chaos. 
Following this disorientation out of our comfort zone,  comes a gradual settling as things are 
sorted through. Finally a clearer understanding emerges, a knowing from within, when that 
proverbial “light bulb” moment hits, and we move ahead.

As humans, there are many levels to us- the physical, the mental, the emotional, and the
spiritual sides.  To maintain a harmonious life we need to keep a balance in each of these
areas.  We are not simply mechanical, physical beings capable of producing only mechanical, 
physical results.  Therefore, not everything can be demonstrated or explained in these terms.  
We can only demonstrate and explain that which we have developed the ability to do. We 
obstinately cling to the belief that if its real, it can be proven in objective form, with the same 
results replicated over and over again. We are told subjective and antidotical accounts have 
no place in real science, regardless of how often the results can be replicated.

In the area of traditional western health care, for example, much of the burden is placed on 
being able to scientifically prove the efficacy of a particular treatment modality or drug for a 
given condition.  Anything not able to be verified as scientifically and statistically effective is 
discarded.  This places us in a vacuum of knowledge. We are often led to believe the “experts”
know best. Any thoughts, ideas, or intuitions that we may have, that would be considered 
outside the box of traditional practice, could be viewed as quite dangerous.  And that may be 
so- in some cases, but so too, might the expert opinions as well.  It does not take too much 
research to peer back in time to the visionaries of previous eras who were ridiculed or 
ostracized for their awareness.  

There are many instances in which individual awareness far outpaced the awareness and 
acceptance of the established scientific community, much to the detriment of society.  
Ignaz Semmelweis, a Hungarian physician had discovered by 1847 that the simple practice of 
handwashing before working with patients could save lives, but his discovery was rejected and 
met fierce opposition by the medical establishment until the 1890’s, when germ theory became
accepted, and many unnecessary lives were lost. Known for his discovery of AC current, Nikola
Tesla’s ideas were ridiculed because he was ahead of him time.  “ In Britain, after the lime was 
proposed as a cure for scurvy, a serious disease caused by malnutrition due to depletion of 
vitamin C, the British medical establishment declared the proposal laughable and refused to 
put limes aboard ships.  It took another 50 years to convince an entirely new generation of 
physicians that the cure actually worked, and over that sad half-century, thousands of sailors 
needlessly lost their lives.” The Wright Brothers were laughed at, with mainstream scientists 
concluding that trying to fly any machine heavier than air was absurd. Even after several 
demonstrations of their flying aircraft, “Scientific American, the New York Herald, the US Army 
and most American scientists discredited the Wright Brothers  and proclaimed that their 
mechanism was a hoax.” Professor Du Moncel referred to Thomas Edison as “The Sorcerer of
Menlo Park” who does not appear to be acquainted with the subtleties of the electrical 
sciences. Mr. Edison takes us backwards. One must have lost all recollection of American 
hoaxes to accept such claims." Ken Olson, president of Digital Equipment Corporation in 1977 
is quoted as saying "There is no reason anyone would want a computer in their home."  
(Milton, Richard (1996) Alternative Science: Challenging the Myths of the Scientific 
Establishment Vermont: Park Street Press) These are just a few examples of how the 
mainstream scientific and medical communities, proved themselves critically lacking as the 
expert, which in turn, delayed acceptance of procedures and technologies that have since 
provided benefits to mankind.

As we move further along in our personal development, we may find much in common
with the above visionaries.  As we begin to explore the innate abilities we have, we will discover
many interesting things. The further along in this journey I go, the more I am convinced the 
world we live in is complexly simple. By this I mean, it is complex, like the creation of a 
masterpiece of art, with layer upon layer, much of what is still unknown, yet simple, in that each
element included in the layer requires a simplicity rather than complex set of technologies and 
standards to unlock the keys of understanding.

Some of the avenues of discovery we make, will lead to personal ridicule or criticism by those 
we are close to.  This is part of the process, the step we are required to take to begin turning 
the wheels of change. As a people, we are in an evolutionary process. We are in the state of 
transitioning from a society with an authoritarian point of view to one of a more collaborative 
perspective. Many people are beginning to move more toward self-empowerment.  This will 
create a movement of personal investigation with an unwillingness to blindly accept another’s 
opinion or expert testimony without first taking the information through our own filters-  
searching for our own truth. Society is growing up, which means taking more personal 
responsibility rather than handing over our power to outsiders. Some individuals are more 
prepared to take this step than others at this time.  Those who are uncomfortable with this new
direction  will resist. This resistance may manifest through disbelief and mockery of those with 
whom you share your experiences.  But this is all right because it can begin to open up the 
avenues of further investigation by planting the seeds of change for those who are feeling 
challenged.

So what do we do?  We allow ourselves to be open to new experiences, to see things with a 
new set of eyes. We pay attention to what we are learning, not just on a mental level, but more
importantly, on the heart felt level.  We reconnect with the powers of nature by making 
observations then incorporating what we learn. We let go of personal ego and work for the 
betterment of  all living things. We take steps to reclaim personal responsibility for our health 
and general welfare, working in a collaborative relationship with professionals, rather then 
allowing ourselves to be dictated to. We accept that there are forces outside of our realm of 
understanding, that may provide us with better ways of doing things, yet are not explainable in 
our traditional scientific terms.  We prepare to get to know ourselves on a deep, inner level.  
This journey like an exhilarating roller coaster ride is at times both thrilling and scary, but in the 
end leads to great gains in personal growth and development.  So the choice is ours…we can 
either wait in line or climb on aboard!
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