Lesson 6 - I See Something Which Is Not There

Lesson 6: I Am Upset Because I See Something That Is Not There

Description:

In this episode of Deep Dive in A Course In Miracles, we explore Lesson 6: “I am upset because I see something that is not there.” This teaching helps us understand that negative emotions such as anger or fear stem from false perceptions of reality. Through a simple exercise of identifying the perceived source of our upset and affirming its illusory nature, we take another step toward correcting these misperceptions. Join us as we unpack this profound lesson and its practical application to cultivate inner peace and clarity.Episode Title: Lesson 6: I Am Upset Because I See Something That Is Not There

Briefing Doc: A Course in Miracles - Lesson 6

Main Theme: Misperception as the source of upset.

Central Idea: All upset arises from perceiving something that isn’t truly there.

Key Quote: “I am upset because I see something that is not there.”

Important Points:

• Identifying upset and its perceived source: It is essential to precisely name the type of upset (anger, fear, worry, etc.) and what seems to cause it.

• Applying the idea to all upsets: The lesson’s idea should be applied to every upsetting situation, no matter how minor.

• The importance of self-examination: Dedicated periods of introspection help identify troubling thoughts and apply the lesson’s concept to them.

• Equality of upsets: There are no small upsets; all equally disturb inner peace.

• Total liberation: Achieving inner peace requires releasing all forms of upset without exception.

Key Quotes:

• “There are no small upsets. They are all equally disturbing to my peace of mind.”

• “I cannot keep this form of upset and let the others go. For the purposes of these exercises, then, I will regard them all as the same.”

Conclusion:

This lesson emphasizes the importance of questioning our perceptions. Our upsets do not stem from external reality but from our misinterpretation of it. By recognizing that the source of our distress is illusory, we can begin to free ourselves from suffering and regain inner peace.