Lesson 34 - Finding Peace

Lesson 34: I Could See Peace Instead of This

Description:

In this episode of Deep Dive in A Course In Miracles, we explore Lesson 34: “I could see peace instead of this.” This lesson introduces a practice for cultivating inner peace by replacing negative thoughts—such as fear and anxiety—with this empowering affirmation. Through longer meditation sessions and brief applications throughout the day, we learn to counter disruptive thoughts and develop a more peaceful perception of the world. Join us as we dive into this transformative exercise, guiding you toward serenity by shifting your perspective and embracing calmness in your mind and heart.

Briefing Doc: Lesson 34 of A Course In Miracles

Main Theme: Finding inner peace and projecting it onto the external world.

Key Ideas and Insights:

• Inner peace is the source of a peaceful perception of the world. “It is from your peace of mind that a peaceful perception of the world arises.”

• The main exercise involves replacing thoughts of fear and non-love with peace. Three practice sessions are recommended: one in the morning, one in the evening, and another at a convenient time.

• Each practice session includes a five-minute mind examination to identify thoughts of fear, anxiety, offense, or other unloving thoughts.

• For specific situations threatening your peace, the exercise becomes: “I could see peace in this situation instead of what I now see in it.”

• For general negative emotions, use the original idea: “I could see peace instead of this.”

• The exercise can be adapted to match your emotions: “I can replace my feelings of depression, anxiety, or worry [or my thoughts about this situation, person, or event] with peace.”

Conclusion:

Lesson 34 of A Course In Miracles invites us to cultivate inner peace by replacing negative thoughts with peace. Regular practice allows us to transform our perception of the world and live with greater serenity.