by Matilda Clark
Pondering our current situation it is not hard to see that humanity is not in great shape… disease, corruption, war and social dysfunction are ever present all over the world. Looking back at history the cycles go on repeating and we do not learn or choose to change. There is no sense of unity: whilst we talk about caring for all mankind, we keep ourselves separate and distant from one another with adherence to one or another particular religion, a passion for upholding nationality or retaining some culture over and above another, whether it serves everyone well or not. We have a habit of placing one group of people in a position of higher importance than another, whether that is family, old school friends, club members, church goers, neighbours as opposed to foreigners, people with different beliefs, young people, old people etc etc.
For me it is clear that something needs to change. For starters we simply need to be honest enough to admit that current problems will not be solved with the same set of values and thought processes that created them. Sometimes stepping out of the crowd can be uncomfortable but in truth less so than perpetually repeating ill ways.
Without being blindly wedded to Universal Medicine (as some would suggest with reference to cults), in the teachings of the Ageless Wisdom there is a framework that allows another way… gently breaking old patterns and ill behaviours. For me the proof is in the pudding … approaching life with fresh eyes, unhampered by tired emotions or inherited ideals and beliefs, it is possible to create a life that is simple, full and connected to a sense of us all being one, regardless of location in the world, social status or skin colour. I enjoy taking responsibility for the way I live and its impact on those around me, near and far, and I enjoy knowing that I am forever learning, never shutting off to the opportunities that every day presents.
The Truth about Serge Benhayon 
“we simply need to be honest enough to admit that current problems will not be solved with the same set of values and thought processes that created them.” Well said Matilda. We are in a mess so it makes no sense to turn to the ways we have taken to get into it, in order to try to get out. Changing our way of being might seem like a huge task, but in truth it is simply, practical and makes absolute sense.
We are not speaking up. We are not holding onto what is innately true inside us. This is not to fight for what we feel is true but to say no to what is not. To observe it and continually know inside you what is you. To understand how deeply entrenched our beliefs and ideals are. To mark it by applying ‘is that equal for all?’ There is some things we cannot change for now and while this goes we can be busy changing us and not hold back what we know and feel. A good place to start is at home. “… it is possible to create a life that is simple, full and connected to a sense of us all being one, regardless of location in the world, social status or skin colour.”
What you share is very true Matilda. Our ‘current problems will not be solved with the same set of values and thought processes that created them’ for if we look at everything in the same way we will never appreciate anything through the wisdom of fresh new eyes and see the opportunity for change.
It is rare to find people who consider the impact of their actions on those around them… and yet profoundly inspirational when you do… for it is these people who show the world that there is another way… one that allows for endless possibilities and wonder through stopping the repetition of avoidable mistakes and ill ways.
History is repeating itself as we go around and around the sun, and that is an interesting aspect, or the aspect that we have seemed to have missed all the time, that we are actually going in circles thus we always come back to the point we have been before and if we do not change the quality in how we are doing things we simply repeat what is there (same quality as before but maybe a different face on the outside). By thinking that we are going somewhere, like forward, we think that we can leave things behind, but by the simple fact that we go in circles around the sun we are made to come back to where we have been before, and this is actually a vast opportunity, to learn to take different steps than before. To not repeat what has been repeated over many centuries and has not brought us closer as one humanity.
As years go by you realise that every day is there as an opportunity to make changes that are true. It’s so easy to just go with the flow even though that flow is not truly flowing in the true sense. It’s great to speak up, to stick out, to make people aware of what is truly going on. Takes a bit of courage one might say but also and perhaps more so true self love.
When I read the title of your blog Matilda I had to remember my shape when I came to Universal Medicine…also not so good. I had 40kg overweight – which I ‘lost’ now – and was bloated by protection and emotions. If humanity is in a similar shape as I was, what I assume, it needs what I did: become more aware by choosing less numbing food and actions; step back from the fear and do not be lead by this anymore, go for the connection we all have and open up inwards for people and see that we are not separated but one. Universal Medicine is a great partner here to inspire and support on the way – I can say from own experiences! So, humanity – let’s go for a journey and change our choices and so…our shape and view. I’ve done it – so you can do it too.
When we say that humanity is not in great shape we are inclined to think this refers to everyone else but we are each and every one of us part of humanity. As we take responsibility to live in harmony with ourselves and all those around us we can play our part in the healing process of the lovelessness that humanity has repeatedly chosen.
Fresh eyes are most needed to support people in this world. More of the same will not help.
Absolutely Luke, I agree, and as Matilda states approaching life with “fresh eyes,” unhampered by tired emotions or inherited ideals and beliefs, has definitely benefited the students of The Livingness!
Beautifully put Matilda, with “…the Ageless Wisdom there is a framework that allows another way… gently breaking old patterns and ill behaviours…” The way life is now is not working for billions of people. The question that needs to be asked is why not. Let us all take our blinkers off and see what happens.
I agree Matilda; the world needs to look outside of the current ways of how we view and treat others. It can be overwhelming when we look at the breath and scope of the problems worldwide but I keep reminding myself that how I live my life has an impact. This supports me to renew my commitment to keep developing my natural rhythm and to live that in the presence of others.
This is gorgeous Matilda, I can see the process in what you have written that by beginning with being very honest about our situation allows for understanding and seeing a way forth that truly considers everyone.
True Laura. Seeing what is really going, in other words taking our head out of the sand is step 1 to things being able to change. So often I see people toughening up and instead of asking What’s going on?, they are putting on a ‘stiff upper lip’ and soldiering on. We can’t fix things if we won’t admit we’re in a pickle.
Well written Matilda!
Indeed ‘we simply need to be honest enough to admit that current problems will not be solved with the same set of values and thought processes that created them.’
Wow. Matilda. I really love how you have expressed here. It feels to me that the equality has been absent from the main framework of our society, including culture, politics, religions etc. and the way we humanity relate to each other on a personal level for a very long time, and a sense of volatility and disharmony is ever so present. I will no longer hold back from living another way that I know I belong to.
Enjoy is such a beautiful word, and enjoying being me , the true me, and sharing myself with others is in itself a true joy. In my younger days say some 60 years ago you were told not to be too joyful because it could end at any time, joyful was often looked upon as being frivolous you need to be serious, life was a serious matter. Thank you to Universal Medicine for putting the joy, back into life.
I have allowed myself to add to the misery of humanity for many years. Nothing is more fulfilling than being joyful every day now and thus adding something simple and different to the equation. It was not until I met Serge Benhayon, an angel he is, that I was able to make consistent changes back to love again.
So very true Matilda. Changes begin with people taking responsibility for their choices and being prepared to step out of the crowd.
How many people can connect to the truth that we are all equal? We can think ourselves above some people and, at the same time, look up to others. Whether these are individuals, religions, cultures or countries, makes no difference. Although we may all make different choices in life, we all have the same essence within – love. How can you go to war with someone, knowing that?
This was just beautiful to read Matilda. I loved what you wrote about current problems not being able to be solved with the same set of values and thought processes that created them – absolutely. I wholeheartedly agree that a new framework that allows another way is most definitely needed and the Ageless Wisdom teachings have provided that for anyone that has chosen to listen.
Absolutely Sam, I agree, as the teachings present we are all equally the ‘Sons of God’. If we have ” chosen to listen” then it is our free will to reconnect to the fact of this Son-ship!
Well said Matilda!! I totally agree and love the following phrase “For starters we simply need to be honest enough to admit that current problems will not be solved with the same set of values and thought processes that created them.” It is even bigger, I feel: there are problems that are not recognised as problems by the same set of values and thought processes that created them in the first place.
I feel exactly the same. I love the feeling of responsibility and knowing I am always learning – a far cry from the celebrated irresponsibility I indulged in several years ago before I was introduced to Universal Medicine.
This blog is pure common sense – it is true humanity is not in great shape, we only need to take one of your examples above – such as disease – to see that what we are doing is not working. Disease is more prevalent and varied than ever before, and instead of looking at why and what’s really going on we are accepting it as normal. Surely it’s time to really look at the way we’re living?
Repeating the same thing over and over and expecting a different outcome is insanity. One only needs to look back through history to see nothing has changed and that we as humanity have not advanced. Sure we have better technology but we still have war, corruption, greed, illness and disease, crime, abuse etc etc. It is only by healing our ways and living in a way that is based on the fact that we are all equally love that we can arise out of the mess we are in. The Teachings of The Ageless Wisdom offer this way of life.
Beautifully said – you don’t have to look far back in history to see we are not changing or advancing.
Humanity is by far not in a great shape and it seems it is just getting worse. Sometimes I wonder: haven’t we learned anything from the past? There is so much hatred, disrespect and separation at the moment, when you read the news or watch it on TV, there is no improvement. It is sad to see that so many people are not getting along and we are in so many wars with each other, globally, within countries, religions but also among people, within homes and families. It all brings me to the question: what is the relationship we have with ourselves?
Very true Alison, when we speak truth is stands out throughout the ages as a beacon for us to navigate through our lives with. There is so much we can change if we are prepared to take full responsibility for our choices, nothing is beyond our capabilities.
Humanity is not in great shape – this is more than evident when we watch the news and read the health statistics. I was caught in the awareness of feeling the state of the world and the state of my life, with no clear idea of how to change it – how to break the cycle. Universal Medicine and the teachings of the Ageless Wisdom have shown me a different way and helped me to turn my life around.
Me too Rachel. And it makes so much sense.
That simple honesty to pause and accept what is truly going on would be such a massive first step for humanity to take, and clear the way for a fresh approach that is so needed to stop the rot.
Yes, our talk about ‘caring about the world’ and about everybody in it is often contrasted by our actions, which tend towards creating a bubble of comfort around us and our families.
The Way of the Livingness – as lived by Serge Benhayon, and countless others, now and through history – provides a way of living in which we truly live for everyone, and never for ourselves at the expense of any/all others. A way of Universal Living, which takes the understanding and practice of the principle of interconnectedness right to its very energetic core.
How true Matilda, humanity is not in great shape, and it is up to all of us to begin to change this, as you say by ‘approaching life with fresh eyes’. If we simply began by treating each other equally with the love care and respect that we all want, we are well on the way to building unity. I am continually deepening this love for myself, as I have come to realize I can only truly share this with another if the love and respect is well established within me first. Thank you for sharing your insights.
“Sometimes stepping out of the crowd can be uncomfortable but in truth less so than perpetually repeating ill ways” – I absolutely agree with you here Matilda. For myself I can say that I’ve also experienced how I can make something out to be bigger and or harder to do in my head than it actually is.
I agree with Alison that what you have said is as valid today if not more so in the wake of the Charlie Hebdo shooting in Paris. It is time for us to begin to look differently at how we do things.
I realise I am not in great shape when I start to compare myself with others, which means putting them either above or below me. This feels arrogant to me and feeling lesser than others is a form of defence for me. I find, when I am being arrogant, I feel separated from others, which in turn can make me feel quite lonely. When I feel lonely I find myself seeking answers from outside of myself, instead of knowing the true answers from inside me -just as children innately know the answers are there inside them (as you so beautifully describe, Matilda).
So true Alison. Truth stands compete in itself, and is untouched by the days and events that pass.
As your writing shows humanity is certainly not in great shape, and we can not rely on the same solutions that we have again and again reached for through millennia to save the day. Your finale in the article is inspiring : “I enjoy taking responsibility for the way I live and its impact on those around me, near and far, and I enjoy knowing that I am forever learning, never shutting off to the opportunities that every day presents.” Can you imagine everyone choosing to live in that way? It certainly sounds like a recipe for a society that could get into great shape from foundation up.
Beautiful Matilda and so refreshing to read. Attempting to solve our problems with the same attitudes that created them is clearly not working. There is a gentle way to break the old and well worn habits that we live by. Change does not have to be radical, it can be quite and subtle and the effects over time very far reaching. I too love taking responsibility for my life in a way I never knew how to before, inspired by the Ageless Wisdom and supported by Universal Medicine. We can discover significant resolutions if we want to and they all reside within us, we do have amazing powers to change if we truly desire it.
Matilda. Very true in what you say,humanity has definitely lost it way. All we need to look at is the latest atrocities that have occurred, and the loss of so many lives.
Until people can come back to love, take responsibility for the hurt they are causing,pain and heartache, nothing will change.
We will certainly never solve the current problems we have by repeating the same things we have for a long time been doing. I would say the framework for a way of living provided by the Ageless Wisdom, is for this reason alone worthy of consideration.
Really wonderful wisdom here Matilda. I feel you’ve truly captured what is offered through the Ageless Wisdom – a ‘framework’ no rules or dogma, just a framework to support us to connect to the wisdom within that is our guide.
This blog and the many others like it show in many different angles and aspects how the teachings of the Ageless Wisdom can be applied to all as it is designed to be for all. A call to humanity to just stop and look at where it is at and what has occurred all around and within it is not a pleasant experience. But it is well worth the choice to do so and continue to do.
“to be honest enough to admit that current problems will not be solved with the same set of values and thought processes that created them. Sometimes stepping out of the crowd can be uncomfortable but in truth less so than perpetually repeating ill ways.” Absolutely. Very wise words we need to adhere to.
Beautiful to read the wisdom you have shared with us Matilda, taking responsibility for our lives is paramount to redressing and rebalancing our current wayward way of life.