Lesson 35 - My Mind Is Part of God's

Lesson 35: My Mind Is Part of God’s. I Am Very Holy.

Description:

In this episode of Deep Dive in A Course In Miracles, we explore Lesson 35: “My mind is part of God’s. I am very holy.” This lesson invites us to transcend limited, ego-based self-perceptions and embrace our true spiritual identity. Through a focused five-minute exercise repeated three times a day, we identify our self-perceptions—both positive and negative—and counter them with this powerful affirmation. By practicing honesty without judgment, we begin to replace illusions with the awareness of our divine nature. Join us as we delve into this profound exercise, designed to awaken the holiness within.

Briefing Doc: Lesson 35 of A Course In Miracles

Main Theme: The inherent holiness of the human mind as an integral part of the Mind of God, despite the ego’s distorted self-perceptions.

Key Ideas and Insights:

1. Distorted Self-Perception by the Ego:

The ego creates a false self-image and an environment to sustain it, trapping us in illusion.

“You will believe that you are part of where you think you are. This is because you surround yourself with the environment you want. And you want it to protect the image of yourself you have made.”

2. True Vision Is Inaccessible Through the Ego’s Image:

Real vision is only attainable by recognizing our unity with God’s Mind, beyond the ego’s projections.

“The image is part of that environment. As long as you believe you are there, what you see is seen through the eyes of the image. This is not vision. Images cannot see.”

3. The Practice of Deconstructing False Self-Perceptions:

• Identify qualities you attribute to yourself, whether positive or negative, and confront them with the truth of your holiness.

“During each of the three five-minute practice periods, begin by repeating today’s idea, then close your eyes and search your mind for all kinds of terms that describe the way you see yourself.”

4. Focus on Observation, Not Analysis:

The goal is not to judge or analyze thoughts but to recognize them as illusions and replace them with the affirmation of your true nature.

“Neither force nor discrimination should be used.”

5. Central Affirmation:

Repeating the idea “My mind is part of God’s. I am very holy.” is critical. This statement realigns self-perception with the truth of our being.

Practical Application:

The lesson encourages incorporating this practice into daily life by identifying self-attributed qualities moment by moment and comparing them to the truth of inherent holiness.

Conclusion:

Lesson 35 of A Course In Miracles provides a path to liberation from the ego’s grip and its erroneous perceptions. By recognizing our unity with the Mind of God, we access the truth of our being—a being of pure holiness.