Lesson #18: Pathway of the Mind - Power of Intention
Introduction
The Pathway of the Mind - Power of Intention is the eighteenth pathway. Vedic Science teaches that “the Mind has an important role to play in life.” Sometimes the Mind is referred to as “working consciousness.” The Mind is the Directive Principle and uses the power centers of consciousness. The Soul activates the deeper Mind Intelligence as well as the deeper Heart Intelligence.
There is a power within you that can move the quantum stuff of the Universe. You were born with this power, and no one can ever take it away from you. It is the Power of Intention. This Power of Intention resides with your Will Power in the higher realms of your Mind ready to move the quantum field into manifesting your desires.
Among the responsibilities of Mind Intelligence is to be the guide and loving mentor of Heart Intelligence and to help it use its talents for harmony, unity, and evolution. Another important responsibility is to use the Power of Intention, especially in the prayer process, making conscious decisions to pursue a life of purpose, meaning, and connection, especially with the Divine.
In a spiritual context, "intentional" means deliberately and purposefully aligning one's actions, choices, and life with a higher purpose. Intention involves making conscious choices and decisions rather than acting without careful thought. “When you act with intention, you are aware of what you are doing, why you are doing it, and what you hope to achieve as a result.”
Intention is a directive power that holds the vision of your desire while your Will Power is the energetic energy that keeps you moving towards your goals.
Learning to use Intention in a higher way increases your earthly potential for happiness and success, as well as increasing your spiritual growth. Intention is a powerful tool that carries a spiritual responsibility to use it carefully and consciously to do no harm.
How does Intention work in your life? Intention is a motivating force in making decisions and an integral part of the prayer process. Other traditions and sciences have other names for this process of manifesting, but all include Intention. The Intention of the Mind works closely with the desires of the Heart to bring good into your life.
Prayer for Care-filled Intention
Most Sacred Intelligence, All Knowing Holy Spirit, guide my thoughts and intentions toward good. Let me clearly see the pathway of Love so that my intentions align with the higher aspects of connection and appreciation. Let my intentions always be for peace. And so, it is. Pau.
Affirmation: The Power of Intention
I am conscious of the Power of my Intention. I choose to use it carefully and compassionately. My Intention is only for the highest good.
Meditation: Holding Intention for Love
Go to your quiet space. Breathe in Light and breathe out Love. When you are centered, focus on the word Intention. Be mindful of the distinctive feeling of Intention. Breathe in Light and breathe out Love again. Hold the feeling of Love in your Heart and then energize your Intention to move this Love outward into the quantum (spiritual) field of the Universe. Direct this Love to a place you see that needs more Love. Know that your Intention is to flood this place with Love and it will be so. Stay in the flow for as long as you desire, breathing into it more Love and Light. When you are finished, bring up the feeling of gratitude for all your blessings. And so, it is. Pau.
Spiritual Practices
Week 1 - Power of Intention: Becoming Familiar with Your Intention. It is important to become familiar with your feeling of Intention so you can recognize it when you are ready to energize the quantum (spiritual) field to manifest your desires and prayers. Go to your Center of Peace and begin to breathe in Light and breathe out Love. When you are calm and serene, focus on the word INTENTION and pay attention to the feeling your heart is generating. Notice where it is located within you so you can energize it when you are ready to pray and affirm your good. Do this practice for a few days until it is easy for you to bring up the feeling of Intention when you are ready to use it. Be grateful to your Heart Self for helping you strengthen this power of your Mind for your greater good.
Week 2 - Power of Intention: Setting Your Life's Intention. Find a quiet place to relax and contemplate. Take a few deep breaths to calm your thoughts and emotions. Reflect on your life. Do you hold the belief that only good comes into your life? Or do you believe that life is hard, and you only get bad breaks? If you see a life of hard knocks, now is the time to reverse that decision and start believing in the good life for yourself. Whenever you notice you are thinking and feeling unlucky, set a new Intention and affirm that you are receiving only your highest good. Be mindful when your thoughts stray and as soon as possible bring them back to Love and Good and God.
Week 3 - Power of Intention: Using Intention in Prayer. This is one of the most important uses of your Intention. All prayers begin with what you desire to be manifested. Once you have carefully decided on what you want and it causes no harm to anyone else, you say the words out loud, add the emotions of happiness as you see yourself enjoying the answer, and activate the Power of your Intention that this prayer will be answered. Send it out into the quantum (spiritual) field to be manifested into your future. (Your Heart Self knows how to activate the Power of your Intention; lovingly request its assistance.) Be grateful that the answer is in your life right now. Let go and Let God.
Week 4 - Power of Intention: Setting Your Intention to Make a Difference in the World. During your Meditation time or whenever you think about it, go to your Center of Peace. As you breathe in Light, activate your Intention to breathe out Love to the world. Do the Breath of Light and activation four times. Continue sending out Love for as long as you want. Add a prayer of thanksgiving for your ability to send Love out into the world. Throughout the day, be mindful of when you are given the opportunity to make a difference and take it. Do whatever needs doing, with a glad heart and willing hands. You are making a difference every time you activate your Intention towards Love and every time you follow through by taking actions of Love. Love will change the world.
Extra Spiritual Practice - Power of Thoughts. Be aware of the Power of your thoughts and keep them focused on Love. Be aware of the feeling of your Will Power and use it only for good in your actions. Be aware of your Life’s Spiritual Intention and nurture your Soul every day to bring Love, Purpose, Meaning, and Connection into your life.