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<h2>The Problems Identity Politics Creates in Society</h2> In today's increasingly polarized world, identity politics often takes center stage, highlighting a deep-seated issue that has far-reaching implications: the conflation of ego identity with absolute truth. This phenomenon leads to a situation where individuals become so attached to their ideological labels—be they political, cultural, or social—that they prioritize being right over seeking truth. This rigid adherence to identity can hinder constructive dialogue, breed divisiveness, and escalate conflicts, ultimately detracting from a collective dedication to love and kindness.Identity as a Barrier to Truth Consider a hypothetical individual who has always identified as a member of a particular political party, say, a Democrat. This person might reach a point where the party’s stance, regardless of its merits or faults, becomes synonymous with their own sense of right and wrong. The danger here is not in the affiliation itself but in the inflexibility it engenders. When one's identity is so intertwined with a specific ideology, any challenge to the party's decisions or policies can feel like a personal attack, leading to defensive postures rather than open-minded discussions.This phenomenon is not limited to one political spectrum but is a widespread issue across various groups. The result is often a distorted narrative where facts are manipulated or ignored not in pursuit of truth, but to protect a fragile sense of self.The Role of Ego in Conflict The ego plays a crucial role in this process. It seeks validation through being right, often at the expense of truth. This mechanism can lead individuals to commit acts that defy ethical standards, under the guise of defending their identity. For instance, when individuals commit crimes or engage in unethical behavior to uphold their group's perceived righteousness, they are acting under the influence of an identity-driven ego that values being right above all else.This is further complicated in the digital age, where misinformation and echo chambers exacerbate the divide. Social media platforms often reward extreme positions, creating feedback loops that reinforce one’s existing beliefs and identities. This environment makes it challenging for individuals to see beyond their constructed identities and consider alternative perspectives.Moving Towards a Solution To address the problems posed by identity politics, society must encourage a shift from ego-centric perspectives to a more inclusive, empathetic approach. Here are a few steps that could help bridge the divide:Promote Critical Thinking: Education systems and media outlets should encourage critical thinking and the evaluation of information from multiple sources. This helps individuals develop the skills necessary to assess arguments based on their merits rather than their alignment with one's identity. Foster Dialogue and Understanding: Creating safe spaces for dialogue between differing groups can help reduce tensions and build understanding. This involves listening actively and empathetically, without the immediate goal of convincing the other side. Emphasize Common Humanity: Campaigns and initiatives that highlight shared values and common goals can help reduce the emphasis on divisive identities. By focusing on what unites us—our common interests and shared challenges—we can begin to see beyond the labels that separate us. Encourage Detachment from Fixed Identities: Mindfulness and self-awareness practices can help individuals recognize when their actions are being driven by ego and identity. Learning to detach from these can lead to more authentic interactions and a greater openness to truth, regardless of its source.<h2> Identity politics, fueled by ego and the fear of losing one's sense of self, can be detrimental to societal harmony and the pursuit of truth. By recognizing the role of identity in shaping our perceptions and interactions, we can begin to foster a more compassionate, truthful society that values understanding over being right. As we navigate these complex issues, the ultimate goal should be to cultivate a culture where love and kindness govern our actions, rather than allegiance to inflexible identities.</h2>

Identity as a barrier to Truth

Attention &amp; Intention: The Ultimate Conversation The Power of Attention Everything in your life—your thoughts, emotions, and experiences—is shaped by where you place your attention.Attention is your most valuable resource. It’s more important than money, status, or possessions, because what you focus on expands.Focus on fear, and fear dominates your world. Focus on gratitude, and life fills with abundance. Focus on problems, and they multiply. Focus on possibilities, and doors open. Most people live life reactively—letting the world pull their attention in a hundred directions. News, notifications, advertisements, entertainment, drama… It’s a never-ending battle for your awareness.But here’s the truth: Where you place your attention determines your reality.The simple act of noticing your attention gives you power over your experience. When you become aware of what you’re focusing on, you regain control.The Power of Intention If attention is the lens, then intention is the direction you point it.Attention = What you notice. Intention = What you do with it. Intention is what turns passive awareness into creation. It’s the difference between drifting through life and consciously shaping it.An artist intends to create, and a masterpiece is born. A visionary intends to lead, and a movement begins. A seeker intends to awaken, and transformation unfolds. Without intention, attention is scattered. But when attention and intention work together, you become unstoppable.The Battle for Your Attention The modern world is designed to steal your focus—to keep you distracted, entertained, and consuming instead of creating.Social media, advertising, and news outlets don’t just want your money—they want your attention, because they know that’s what truly holds value.Even people in your life may compete for your attention. Some seek connection, some seek validation, and some don’t care if it’s positive or negative—as long as they are seen.The question is: Who is in control of your attention—you or the world?The Path to Freedom: Reclaiming Your Attention &amp; Intention The moment you take responsibility for your attention, your life changes.1. Become the Observer Instead of just reacting, start noticing:What am I focusing on right now? Is this serving me? Did I choose this, or was my attention pulled here? Awareness alone starts shifting your reality.2. Set Clear Intentions Once you’re aware of your attention, direct it with intention.What do I want to create today? What experience do I want to have? How do I want to feel? By choosing where to place your attention, you reclaim your power.3. Limit Distractions &amp; External Control If you don’t control your attention, someone else will.Turn off unnecessary notifications. Set boundaries with media and news. Spend time in silence or nature, away from artificial stimulation. By limiting the external noise, you gain more internal clarity.4. Align with Higher Consciousness Intention isn’t just about what you want—it’s about aligning with truth, love, and purpose.What if your attention is God’s attention? What if your thoughts are part of a greater intelligence? What if by mastering your focus, you awaken to your true nature? The highest level of attention and intention is not just personal growth—it’s spiritual awakening.Is This the Ultimate Conversation? Yes. Because this conversation is the foundation of everything else.Love, fear, success, failure—all come down to attention and intention. The mind is limited in focus, while the subconscious holds infinite awareness. By training attention and setting clear intentions, you become the creator of your experience. This conversation never ends—because the deeper you go, the more you realize: Attention is reality. Intention is creation. And mastering them is the key to everything.So the real question is: Where are you placing your attention right now?

The Power of Attention

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Trusting the Super Conscious: Surrendering to Divine Intelligence By David RanschtIntroduction: The Illusion of Control From the moment we are born, we are conditioned to believe in control—that we must plan, decide, struggle, and force life to go in the direction we think is best. Our conscious mind, the part of us that analyzes, calculates, and strategizes, is deeply attached to this belief. It is driven by past experiences, fears, and limited perceptions. It tells us that we must figure everything out—that we must change our beliefs, heal our wounds, and manipulate our circumstances to create the life we want.But what if the conscious mind doesn’t actually know what is best for us? What if there is a higher intelligence already guiding us, one that has access to infinite wisdom, perfect timing, and the full picture of our soul’s journey?This higher intelligence—the Super Conscious—is not something outside of us. It is the deepest part of who we are, the aspect of ourselves that is always connected to God, Source, the Divine. It knows the fastest, most harmonious, and most fulfilling path for our evolution. But to experience the miracles and flow of life, we must do something that feels deeply counterintuitive: surrender.&nbsp; 1. The Three Levels of Mind: Conscious, Subconscious, and Super Conscious To understand the power of surrender, we must first understand how the different levels of mind operate:The Conscious Mind (Beta Waves, 14-30 Hz)The part of us that thinks, analyzes, and tries to control life. It operates based on limited experience and conditioned beliefs. It often acts out of fear, attachment, or a sense of lack. The Subconscious Mind (Theta Waves, 4-8 Hz)Stores our beliefs, habits, memories, and emotions. Runs 95% of our behavior on autopilot. It is programmable through hypnosis, affirmations, and repetition. The Super Conscious (Higher Intelligence)Direct connection to God and infinite wisdom. Knows exactly what is best for us—not just what we want, but what will bring true fulfillment. Always guiding us, but only if we are willing to listen and trust. Most people try to force change from the conscious level—which often leads to frustration, struggle, and resistance. But when we align with the Super Conscious, transformation happens effortlessly.&nbsp; 2. The Struggle of the Conscious Mind vs. the Super Conscious The conscious mind thinks it knows best. It sets goals based on what it believes will make us happy—money, success, health, relationships—but these desires often come from fear, comparison, or old conditioning.The Super Conscious, on the other hand, sees beyond these illusions. It knows: ✔ What we truly need to grow. ✔ The lessons our soul came here to learn. ✔ The most harmonious and effortless path to fulfillment.When we try to force life to happen on our timeline and our terms, we block the natural flow of divine intelligence. But when we surrender and trust, we allow the Super Conscious to orchestrate miracles beyond anything the conscious mind could imagine.&nbsp; 3. How to Surrender to the Super Conscious Letting go of control is not passive—it is a deeply active spiritual practice. Here’s how you can start trusting the Super Conscious in your life:A. Make Requests, Then Release Control Instead of forcing change, simply ask the Super Conscious for guidance—then let go. Example:Old way: "I must fix my subconscious beliefs so I can attract money." New way: "Super Conscious, guide me toward financial abundance in the way that is best for my highest good." Then, instead of obsessing over the outcome, trust that it is already being taken care of.&nbsp; B. Listen to Inner Guidance (Not the Ego’s Fears) The Super Conscious speaks in intuition, synchronicities, and deep knowing. It often feels calm, clear, and effortless—while the conscious mind tends to be frantic and fearful.When making a decision, ask:"Does this feel expansive, or does it feel like fear?" "Am I trusting, or am I trying to control the outcome?" Super Conscious guidance feels light, inspired, and peaceful—even when it leads you into the unknown.&nbsp; C. Allow Life to Flow (Stop Resisting) Most suffering comes from resistance to what is. The more we try to fight against reality, the more we create struggle and suffering.The key to surrender is trusting that even challenges serve a higher purpose. Instead of thinking, "Why is this happening to me?", ask:"What is the Super Conscious guiding me to see here?" "How is this challenge leading me to something greater?" When we trust that every event is divinely orchestrated, we stop trying to force life—and miracles happen.&nbsp; 4. Trusting Super Conscious in Hypnosis &amp; Healing When I guide people in hypnosis, I don’t just work with the subconscious. I bring in the Super Conscious because it already knows: ✔ What needs to be healed. ✔ What limiting beliefs are ready to be released. ✔ What the person truly needs (even if their conscious mind doesn’t see it yet).Instead of forcing a change, I simply ask the Super Conscious to do the work. The results are often faster and more profound than if we tried to consciously reprogram beliefs.This is why I teach trust over control—because the mind of God already knows what is best.&nbsp; 5. The Ultimate Realization: There Is Only the Mind of God The biggest realization of all is that the Super Conscious is not separate from us—it is us.The mind of God is all there is. Every thought, every event, every synchronicity is happening within that one infinite consciousness. The illusion of separation comes from the ego, which thinks it must "figure things out" alone.But we were never separate. The Super Conscious is always guiding us home—to peace, love, and divine flow.The more we surrender, listen, and trust, the more life unfolds in miraculous and effortless ways.&nbsp; Final Thoughts Trusting the Super Conscious is not about giving up—it’s about finally allowing divine intelligence to work through us.We are not here to force life into submission. We are here to wake up, align with the mind of God, and flow with the highest path available to us.Everything is already being taken care of. Our only job is to let go and trust.Are You Ready to Surrender? If this resonates with you, and you’re ready to experience the power of Super Conscious healing, join me in hypnosis sessions and deep transformation work. Let’s stop struggling and start aligning with the divine flow of life.With love &amp; trust, David Ranscht

Trusting Superconscious

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The Power of Presence: How to Get Out of Overwhelm and Into the NowThe Cost of Not Being PresentMost people are not present. Their minds are constantly racing, caught in endless loops of worry, planning, overanalyzing, and reliving past events. They wake up thinking about their to-do list, rush through their day feeling like there’s never enough time, and fall asleep with a mind cluttered by unfinished thoughts.This constant mental noise creates stress, confusion, and overwhelm. When you are not present, you are either stuck in the past—replaying old conversations, regrets, or traumas—or lost in the future, consumed by anxiety about what might happen.When life feels overwhelming, it’s not because of what’s happening in the present moment. It’s because of the hundreds of thoughts that pile up about everything you need to do, everything that could go wrong, and everything that has already happened. This mental chaos is what makes life feel exhausting.Being lost in thought causes:Stress and anxiety – because the mind is constantly forecasting worst-case scenarios. Lack of clarity – because overthinking leads to indecision and mental fog. Emotional turmoil – because thoughts about the past stir up guilt, shame, and resentment, while thoughts about the future trigger fear. Disconnection – from yourself, from others, and from life itself. Conversations become surface-level because the mind is elsewhere. Lost moments – because life only happens now. If you are never present, you are not truly living. How to Get Present Right NowThe good news? The present moment is always here. You don’t need to search for it. You only need to return to it. Presence is not something you do; it’s something you allow.Here’s how:1. Feel Your BodyOne of the fastest ways to become present is to shift your attention from your mind to your body. Thoughts exist in the head. Presence exists in the body.Try this now:Feel the energy in your hands. Feel your feet on the ground. Feel your butt in the chair. Notice the sensation of your breath moving in and out of your body. By focusing on bodily sensations, you anchor yourself in the present. Your body is always here, always now. The moment you become aware of it, you are present.2. Focus on Your BreathYour breath is an instant gateway to the present moment. Instead of controlling it, simply notice it.Are you inhaling or exhaling? Feel the air moving in through your nose, filling your lungs, and leaving your body. Breathe deeply into your belly and slowly exhale. If your mind wanders, gently bring it back to your breath. This simple practice quiets the mind and returns you to now.3. Engage Your SensesPresence is sensory, not mental. To get out of your head, engage your senses:What do you hear right now? Listen carefully to the sounds around you. What do you see? Observe your surroundings without labeling or judging. What do you feel on your skin—the temperature, the texture of your clothes? By tuning into your senses, you step out of thinking and into direct experience.4. Drop the Story, Just Be HereMost of our suffering comes from the mental stories we tell ourselves. When you feel stressed, pause and ask:What is happening right now, in this moment? Not in my mind, not in the past or future—but right now? Almost always, you’ll find that the present moment is neutral or even peaceful. It’s the mind that adds drama. Let go of the story, and just be here.5. Read or Listen to Eckhart TolleIf you want to go deeper into presence, read The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle. His teachings are simple but profoundly transformative. He also has guided meditations and audio talks that can help you practice presence.The Benefits of Being PresentWhen you cultivate presence, everything changes. You experience:Calmness – because you’re no longer pulled into past regrets or future worries. Clarity – because your mind is no longer cluttered with unnecessary thoughts. More joy – because you fully experience life, moment by moment. Better relationships – because when you’re present, you truly listen and connect. Inner peace – because you realize that, in this moment, there is nothing wrong. Final ThoughtPresence is the solution to overwhelm. It’s the key to peace. The next time you feel scattered, stop. Feel your body. Notice your breath. Come back to now. This moment is enough. It always has been.

The Power of being Present

Reclaiming Your Mind: Taking Back Your Attention from the World Have you ever noticed that the world is constantly fighting for your attention? Everywhere you go, something is grabbing at your mind, pulling you into its agenda, its message, its distractions.Notifications demand your focus. News headlines scream for your reaction. Social media feeds are designed to keep you scrolling. Advertisements plant ideas about what you need, want, or should be. It’s an endless stream of "Look here! Listen to this! Feel this way! Believe this!"And the moment you give in to this external noise, you lose control of your own mind. Your attention is the most valuable resource you have, and the world knows it.Who is Controlling Your Mind? If you can only focus on one thing at a time, but the world is choosing that thing for you… Are you truly in control of your life?If you let the world control your attention, you will become what the world chooses, not what you would choose. Every distraction takes you further from your own thoughts, your own purpose, your own awakening.This is how people lose themselves—not in one big moment, but in a thousand tiny moments where their attention is pulled away from their own choosing.Taking Your Power Back The good news is that you can take back control. You can choose where your attention goes, and by doing so, you take back your power, your mind, and your life.Here’s how:Becoming Aware of the HijackThe first step is noticing when something is pulling you in. Ask yourself: Did I choose to focus on this? Or was it chosen for me? Creating an Attention ShieldThe next time something tries to grab your focus, pause. Imagine a shield around your mind, filtering out what doesn’t serve you. Say to yourself: “I choose what enters my mind.” Practicing Presence &amp; Conscious ChoosingEach morning, set an intention for what you will focus on. Throughout the day, check in with yourself: Am I giving my attention to what truly matters to me? If not, gently bring it back to your own choosing. Using Hypnosis &amp; Meditation to Reprogram AttentionHypnosis trains your subconscious to focus intentionally. Meditation strengthens your ability to hold your own focus. Both allow you to build mental sovereignty, so the world can’t hijack your mind. The Power of Attention = The Power of Creation What you consistently focus on, you become. If your attention is constantly directed outward, you will live a life dictated by the world. If your attention is directed inward, you will create a life of your own choosing.This is a message the world doesn’t want you to hear. But once you see it, you can never unsee it.You are not a passenger in this life. You are the creator.The question is: Who is choosing your focus—you or the world?Today, reclaim your mind. Take back your attention. And watch how your world transforms.

Reclaiming Your Mind:

Introduction: A Course in Miracles (ACIM) is not merely a book; it is a comprehensive self-study spiritual thought system that teaches the way to universal love and peace—or remembering God—through forgiving others and ourselves. Since its publication in 1976, it has profoundly impacted millions of lives by offering a path to a radical shift in perception.What is "A Course in Miracles"? ACIM is divided into three main sections: the Text, the Workbook for Students, and the Manual for Teachers. The Text lays out the theory, the Workbook offers daily lessons, and the Manual provides guidance for those who aspire to become teachers of the course. The combined materials are designed to challenge our usual ways of thinking and to inspire profound shifts in perception.How to Use the Course: Using ACIM involves a daily practice of lessons from the Workbook, ideally one lesson per day for a year. Each lesson is meant to be practiced throughout the day, offering a new way of looking at the world through the lens of kindness, forgiveness, and love. The Text can be studied concurrently or prior to starting the Workbook to better understand the philosophical foundation of the practices.Core Premises of ACIM:Miracles as shifts in perception: One of the foundational premises of ACIM is that miracles are changes in perception that help us see the world and others through eyes of love instead of judgment. The unreality of the world: ACIM teaches that the physical world we see is an illusion, a projection of our inner state, and that the true reality is spiritual. The power of forgiveness: Central to the teachings of ACIM is the concept that forgiveness is the key to inner peace. It emphasizes that forgiving others is actually forgiving oneself, leading to spiritual enlightenment. The Greatest Lessons of ACIM:Forgiveness is the Path to Freedom: ACIM teaches that holding grudges and judgments are what entrap us in cycles of pain and suffering. By practicing forgiveness, we release ourselves and others from these cycles. Love is Your Natural State: The course instructs that love is not something to be sought externally but uncovered from within and extended outward. Peace Comes from Within: ACIM posits that peace is not dependent on external circumstances but is a state of being that comes from choosing love over fear. We are All Connected: The course emphasizes that everyone shares the same divine essence and that separation is an illusion fostered by fear. Conclusion: A Course in Miracles challenges us to practice the art of extending love, forgiveness, and kindness to all, including ourselves. It offers a profound spiritual path by encouraging a complete reinterpretation of the world. Whether you are a spiritual seeker looking to deepen your understanding of the divine or simply someone searching for peace in a tumultuous world, ACIM provides tools and insights that can transform your perspective and your life.