Time for Action. More about 2012

There are so many signs pointing to the possibility of 2012 being one of the most auspicious times in recorded History. There certainly is enough buzz about it too. Living in the age of communication, there is a whole range of sources, pointing to a whole range of possibilities. For example, I was in a bookstore last week where an entire section of the store was dedicated to 2012. Then last night, when I went to see the new Harry Potter movie, I saw an advertisement for a soon to be released movie entitled 2012. How we want to participate in these changing times is a decision we need to making as this fall begins and the energies of 2012 begin to intensify.

By now, each of us has some thoughts about how 2012 is going to play out. Some of our beliefs are based on our own intuitive hits about this time. Then there are the other resources and conventional sources that create our opinions. (Be sure to check out Cal Garrison's new book — The Astrology of 2012 and Beyond — one of the best resources for 2012. Cal brings together all the astrological events and blends them with the teachings of indigenous people.) Where all roads seem to meet and where most everyone seems to agree is on the idea of this being the end times. And we know that with endings, always come new beginnings. That is the cycle of life throughout our universe.

As the days go by, I also seem to find myself thinking, meditating and writing about 2012. There is so much to process and the information about this time feels like a complex puzzle demanding attention in my mind. My consciousness seems to be flooded with the plans, events and suggestions about what this time will bring. And what action I want to take. If I forget about 2012 for a day, the telephone rings and I hear from a friend wanting to talk about something they have read or heard. Last week a friend who is also a psychic by profession was visiting and we spent some time "doing questions" about the next few years. The question and answer period went a long way to relieve some of my concerns. Even so, I have lived through a few of these sky events, but not one that holds the intensity or amount of shifting energy, as with this period. Like everyone else, I wonder about the period of the next few years — the events and what is going to occur. And what impact there will be in my life.

One thing feels certain. The energy on our planet is speeding up and time is moving faster. Not just from a sense of time passing more quickly, but that the evolution of humankind is stepped up. At times it feels like something is talked about and within a short period of time, it happens. The lead-lag time in the unfolding of events is minimal or completely eliminated. This energetic shift is creating an awareness that requires us to review our lives in many ways big and small. And we are being asked or forced to make changes. This may be an obvious need like cutting back on water usage, for example, or changing jobs or residences. What we can be certain of is the change is long lasting. Therefore, our way of viewing the world around us is demanding our consciousness catch up with the changes that are happening. Things are not going to return to the way that they were for quite some time, if ever. So doesn't it make sense in a way to be sitting on the edge of your chair, excited about what is to come?

There are a lot of things we can do in preparation for this time. As with every day of our lives, we have free will and the power to make the best decisions on a path of action for our advancing spiritual nature. So it seems important to enter into some conscious course of action. One way is to do nothing and wait to see what and how this era unfolds. There is great wisdom in doing nothing and in some cases can be the best spiritual approach. However, this is a potent time, a period in which most of us have already been called to action. We can be fairly certain that a combination of action and inaction will serve us best. But, in the end we will all have to change in some way.

Here are three suggestions you may consider in making your way through these changing times:

Review Your Beliefs and Practices

This is a great time to look at the foundation you have created for your spiritual journey. The most important issue — the continued redefinition of God (the combination of all you beliefs) can be the subject of redefinition, meditation, journaling or going on retreat. This creative essence of the Universe is constantly changing. Along with it is the ever-growing, ever-expanding consciousness as you develop too. This is a time to make certain that you are living a life based upon the God of our realization. For example, you could ask yourself if the work you do truly represents your desire to be of service in this lifetime. Does it fill your heart? Or is it a tiresome task that takes the bulk of your time and energy?

Renew Your Commitment to Growing as a Spiritual Being

There are times your entire day is absorbed by the demands of everyday life, involvement with others and your own personal Karma. The spiritual journey is about advancing your soul and deepening your understanding and relationship with the God of your Heart. In time, this relationship deepens and becomes as palpable as anything else of the physical world. With the energy that is building on the planet as we approach 2012, there is an opportunity to step forward, work really hard and make some interesting progress on your path to enlightenment. One way of doing this is by reaffirming in your mind daily that your spiritual journey is the top-priority in your life. Making a decision to put God first, before anyone or anything else sets an incredible amount of energy in motion. This means your life will change. Are you willing to allow change to happen and growth to come?

By reviewing your beliefs and your method of approaching the path, you may find some parts of your practices no longer serve your higher good. For example, you may want to ask questions of yourself like, "Am I continuing to grow in a way that is acceptable to my higher-self? Does my life reflect my inner awareness as a spiritual person?" Another advantage of this review is you may find that you have gotten sloppy in the basic steps of your practice. This may be a great time to go back over the teachings you studied over time. Take time to refresh yourself and your knowledge of the basic teachings.

Increase Your Spiritual Activity During this Period

Take a course, travel to a Sacred Site or go on Retreat. Yes, the economy is slow and these are challenging financial times. Yet, we have been through these times before and in the cycle of life, we will find ourselves going through a similar cycle again. The question for all of us is: what are we learning about money and the role it plays in our spiritual journey?

Here's a suggestion from Jorge Luis Delgado, the Peruvian Shaman. He has been talking a lot about this period of time leading up to 2012. One of his suggestions is for us to explore the sacred sites in our own area. Within a short distance of where each of us lives is some landmark the represents something of the sacred. Through our own energy and spiritual intent, we can add our energy to a site and amplify the energy of the site on behalf of the earth and all of humankind. During this time, project thoughts of peace, love and harmony, as we travel through these days.

As always, I welcome your comments and questions. Write me at steve@stephenthomson.net.

About Stephen Thomson

Steve Thomson is a writer, teacher, and psychic, well-known throughout the United States. He leads workshops about metaphysical practices, including meditation, expansion of the psychic senses, spiritual magic, the Tarot, and the Kabbala. He also guides journeys to sacred sites around the world. For over 20 years, Steve has been a member of the Rosicrucian Order AMORC and he has been a student of Paramahansa Yogananda's, Self-Realization Fellowship for over 10 years. His book entitled The Secret Key is available through our website. He is currently working on a new book entitled Discovering Your Spiritual Truth — A Primer for the Path — Things to Think About, Meditate On and Journal, which will be available by the end of 2007.

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