Are You Being Pushed or Pulled in Life? (The secret to a peaceful spiritual journey!)

When it comes to your spiritual journey, would you rather be pushed or pulled? This question might seem simple, yet it holds a profound truth about how we navigate life. In our experiences, we’re often either being pushed by circumstances or pulled towards something greater—and the two approaches create very different journeys. Understanding this difference can be the key to transforming your path from one of struggle to one of fulfillment.

Pushed by the Ego or Pulled by Consciousness

To explore this idea, let's consider what it means to be “pushed” and “pulled.” When you’re pushed, it’s often against your will. There’s a sense of resistance and discomfort, as if you’re being forced in a direction that doesn’t feel natural. On the other hand, being pulled feels more organic, like you’re being drawn to something by a force you resonate with—a calling or a sense of purpose that feels aligned with who you are.

In spiritual terms, this concept of being pushed or pulled aligns closely with the dual aspects of our nature: the ego and Consciousness. These contrasting aspects of yourself—ego and Consciousness—make up the whole picture of who you are. They are the two sides of the universal contrast that defines existence, much like light and dark, masculine and feminine, or the sun and the moon. This duality is essential to our understanding of life and ourselves.

However, it’s common in spirituality to label the ego as something negative, something to be eradicated. Yet, the ego isn’t evil; it’s a necessary part of the human experience. Without the darker or challenging aspects of our nature, we couldn’t fully appreciate the lighter, more joyful parts. Just as we need sadness to recognize happiness, the ego plays a role in helping us understand and embody our Consciousness more deeply.

Life Pushed by the Ego: A Path of Struggle

When you’re led by the ego, life often feels like a struggle. The ego is rooted in fear, insecurity, and limitation. It constantly pushes you to compare, to doubt, to cling to past experiences, and to see the world through a lens of survival rather than possibility. If you feel that life is hard, filled with obstacles, suffering, or scarcity, it’s likely the ego’s influence guiding you.

The ego represents the past. It’s driven by memories of experiences and traumas that it holds onto tightly, using them as proof of who you are and what you deserve. This “push” from behind—these past limitations—can make life feel like an endless cycle of the same struggles.

However, while the ego can lead to suffering, it’s also an important teacher. When we recognize it, we see how its lessons serve as tools for growth. But if the ego dominates your entire experience, it can be exhausting, making life feel like an unending push against an invisible force.

Life Pulled by Consciousness: A Path of Flow

Consciousness, however, is a state of being that pulls you forward with a sense of peace, joy, and alignment. Unlike the ego, which sees you as limited, Consciousness recognizes your inherent divinity, creativity, and abundance. It draws you towards growth and fulfillment rather than pushing you through fear and survival. When you are pulled by Consciousness, you are motivated by love, curiosity, and the desire to experience the fullness of life.

This pull isn’t about blindly chasing the future; it’s about embracing the present moment. By living mindfully, you step into each experience with intention, purpose, and gratitude, seeing every moment as an opportunity for growth. When you are pulled by Consciousness, you realize that life isn’t happening to you; it’s happening from you, for you.

Choosing Your Journey: Push or Pull?

So, how do you want to walk this path? You can let the ego push you through life, clinging to fears and limitations from the past, or you can allow Consciousness to pull you forward, guiding you with inspiration and empowerment. The choice is yours.

The journey of being pulled by Consciousness is a journey of self-realization, a deeper understanding of your own divinity and power to create. It’s the awareness that you are the creator of your universe and that every experience, pleasant or unpleasant, contributes to your growth.

When you choose to be pulled, you embrace the beauty and abundance of life. Challenges become opportunities for insight, and setbacks are no longer barriers but steps toward a greater understanding of who you are. By shifting from the push of the ego to the pull of Consciousness, you align yourself with a universe that supports and guides you.

Living as a Conscious Creator

This journey isn’t about erasing the ego but recognizing it as a tool and learning to let Consciousness lead. Every moment presents a choice: will you react from fear, doubt, and limitation, or will you respond from a place of love, curiosity, and trust? By making this conscious decision, you empower yourself to create a life that aligns with your highest purpose and deepest joy.

As you reflect on this, consider what’s guiding you right now. Are you being pushed by past experiences, or are you feeling the pull of a greater vision? Embrace the pull, trust in Consciousness, and step confidently into your role as the creator of your own reality.

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Peace and Abundance Always

Dr. Abundant