Commitment and Manifestation
Why we cannot Generate what we cannot Distinguish?
In the intricacies of personal development, one thread stands out as the interface between aspiration and achievement. It is commitment. There are practical strategies that transform determination from a mere concept into a powerful catalyst for turning dreams into reality.
Whether you seek to conquer personal goals, navigate professional challenges, or unlock your fullest potential, the keys to success often lie within the realm of commitment, waiting to be discovered and delivered to the universe. It is the invisible force that propels individuals from mere intention to the actions they actually take. Yet, commitment is far more than a noble sentiment or a fleeting emotion; it is a profound and dynamic psychological and emotional phenomenon.
What is at the heart of commitment?
“Until one is committed, there is hesitancy, the chance to draw back, always ineffectiveness. Concerning all acts of initiative and creation, there is one elementary truth, the ignorance of which kills countless ideas and splendid plans: that the moment one definitely commits oneself, then providence moves too. A whole stream of events are liberated from the decision, raising in one’s favor all manner of unforeseen incidents, meetings and material assistance, which no man could have dreamt would have come his way.”
I learned a deep respect for one of Goethe’s couplets: “Whatever you can do or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius, power and magic in it! Begin it now!”
Commitment, by its very presence, is that quality which will determine whether you will keep your word in making happen what you say is going to happen or not. Imagine commitment as the very essence of a samurai’s sword in the world of personal development. It’s the tool that can either make or break your ability to turn your words into reality. Commitment, in its essence, is the deciding factor that separates those who merely make promises from those who transform those promises into tangible outcomes.
To truly commit to something, a fundamental shift in perspective is required. It goes beyond simply saying you’ll do something; it’s about becoming the embodiment of your word. This shift hinges on the understanding that your true self is the expansive space in which the events of your life unfold. Its quality is resolute and yet utterly confident. Most human beings are reactive. They react to the past or to the present expecting the same results over and over. As a result, they are in a permanent state of “being triggered”. Instead of being cause, they become effect.
Generative language
Picture it like this: If you have been at the” effect” of your past, including its circumstances, you then carry the emotional and psychological scars that, in a way, make you a victim. To transcend this dilemma a distinction is necessary. Let me explain. There are two forms of languaging ourselves in the world. One is descriptive and the other generative.
Generative language is not known to many. It is the recognition and ability to bring forth a future reality in language even though it has not happened yet. “I will stop smoking starting today” is a generative declaration. It calls forth an invisible energy field that carries a certain frequency i.e. that it will happen. It means that the words themselves are now the new reality or construct inside of which there is no smoking. It has at its root that your word matters. It matters because it has the power to manifest a reality.
The other form of “languaging”, and the most common, is descriptive. What is often used is “I want, I hope, I wish or I think it’s a good idea” to stop smoking. When we merely describe a possible future reality, no life force energy is called forth because it is meant to report on a desire or a wish, not manifest it. It carries no true intention.
Conversely, generative declarations are like the brushes of an artist giving birth to a work of art. Your true self is the artist. The strength of your word becomes the colors. When you commit using the power of the brush with intention and precision, it creates the masterpiece that is your life. It’s about moving from a reactive stance to a proactive one, from being shaped by external events to shaping those events according to your vision in words.
The American Constitution is a perfect example. A “new country” was born out of a declaration of independence. The men present literally generated a country. We saw the power of it. The United States rose to become the most creative country the world had ever known. When John Kennedy declared we would put a man on the moon, the technology for it had not been invented.
In this context, commitment isn’t just a promise; it’s a declaration of your authentic self. It’s the unwavering trust that you have the power to shape your destiny and the dedication to follow through. When you commit, you’re not just speaking words; you’re initiating a transformation that aligns your inner self with your actions. You literally generate the future that was kept hidden.
So, commitment is the catalyst for turning your aspirations and intentions into reality. By understanding that your true self knows precisely what your true intentions are, you can artfully use commitment to craft the masterpiece for your future.
