Consciousness is a condition of being, of which there are many states. As a species, we currently reside in dense material consciousness, but as we slowly evolve through spiritual development, our consciousness expands. This is the process of ascension.
This article expresses my thoughts on the mechanisms of the ascension/descension process. These ideas are my own, but they are not original. I have come across multiple teachings that align with these concepts. I did not conceive this theory; I simply tuned into it. As with everything I write, I am not claiming ideas to be facts. They are merely my current views. I strongly believe in remaining flexible in one's beliefs and in allowing the mental realm to eternally explore, evolve, and expand. All of my writings are a result of this. I hope you enjoy.
This content was originally posted on April 30, 2020.
ASCENSION
What is ascension?
Our current perception is that we exist solely in this third-dimensional reality, but in truth, we are multidimensional beings. We aren't just physical; we are also energetic. Higher aspects of us exist on other planes, and it is through authentic spiritual development that we can connect with these higher aspects (i.e., expand our consciousness).
It isn't just individuals who are energetically evolving, but also our planet (and the solar system as a whole). There are cycles of ascension, where consciousness expands (spiritualizes), and cycles of descension, where consciousness contracts (materializes). These cycles are extremely slow processes that occur over thousands of years.
We are in the early phases of an ascension cycle. More and more people are awakening, and as we do, our previous state of consciousness no longer aligns, including all we have created while existing in that state. These old levels of consciousness and the creations associated with them are becoming outdated. So, we are entering a dismantling phase, in which all that no longer coincides with our expanding consciousness will be exposed and released. This is the demolition before the rebuild, and it is happening at the individual and collective levels, both physically and energetically.
Why is ascension happening?
I believe that cycles of ascension/descension correlate with our galaxy's location within the universe. I think of all cosmic bodies (suns, moons, planets, etc.) as beings with their own consciousness. They are also energetic portals, and as our sun lines up with higher-dimensional suns (due to our galaxy's shifting location within the universe), increasing amounts of energy becomes available to us. It filters down to us through the sun portals, enabling ascension processes to occur. Just as Earth has seasons determined by its alignment with our sun, our solar system and galaxy have seasons determined by alignment with outer suns. Everything on Earth runs in cycles, but so too does the cosmos.
Where are we ascending to?
I don't think the "where" is a place, but a state of being; that we are in the process of shifting from a dense/material state into a more etheric one. I believe that if we each were to track our energetic trail back through the cosmos from which we materialized, we would eventually reach Source/God/Creator (perhaps a central sun?). And that there are energetic aspects/imprints of our soul still present within each level (portal/planet/sun) between our physical/material self and Source. And that as we expand our consciousness (ascend), we can connect to and embody higher aspects of the soul. And that this is a very slow and gradual process that unfolds over many years and lifetimes.
Who is ascending?
Every being chooses whether to participate in ascension or not. Solar frequencies are available to everyone, but whether we embody them and participate in the ascension path is an individual choice. Some people choose to participate consciously in the process. Others do not believe in it and choose to disregard it. And others know it exists but choose to impede it in support of their own agendas (see the article "Truth Rising" for more information). Not everyone will select to evolve organically through spiritual development; some will choose a path of devolution through technology and trans-humanism. And some will choose to follow a narrative dictated to them. We will all have choices to make.
When is ascension happening?
It is happening now. Ascension or descension is always happening; we are never stagnant. However, if, when, and how ascension occurs (or doesn't) on an individual level is up to each person; it is not guaranteed. We are constantly shifting timelines and outcomes, dictated by our personal choices and the direction of our energy.
How are we ascending?
Ascension happens through awareness and transmutation. Each person who wishes to walk this path must face the shadow, internally and externally. Ignoring it will not make it go away. Only through exposure can we find healing. The only way out of the darkness is through it.
THE SHADOW
As the Earth and humanity's collective consciousness shift, more and more darkness will become evident, within and without. This is a necessary part of the process, as we cannot change what we are unaware of. This can be an incredibly challenging experience, and given the extremes, we often slip into fear in response to what we are observing. But the entire point of what we are going through right now, as individuals and as a world, is to rise above our fear into heart-based consciousness. To do this, we must face, not ignore, the shadows being exposed by the light.
It can help to hold the perspective that the shadow aspect is actually serving us. If we observe the world, we can see the chaos and pain, and become completely disillusioned and hopeless. But the human experience at our current level of consciousness is that we evolve through pain. And so, the pain is not for nothing; it is here to awaken us and motivate us to create a better world.
AWAKENING
To awaken, in this context, is to become aware of something we weren't previously cognizant of. There are different types of awakening. The article "Truth Rising" addresses awakening to the current dark realities of our physical world. "Spiritual Awakening" discusses the process of awakening to spiritual truth. And "The Revelation" (coming soon) will discuss humanity's societal/cultural awakening. All forms will be required of us.
Awakening is extremely challenging. It can be tempting to escape into spiritualism in response, but this can leave us ungrounded and detached. We chose to come to Earth at this time for a reason, and it isn't to ignore our current physical reality; it is to change it. But we cannot change that which we refuse to see. Adversely, it is also possible to become completely ensnared in the material experience and overlook spiritual truths.
Spiritual maturity requires us to partake in the material world, no matter how painful, while awakening our heart-based consciousness (not an easy task). Balance is required, and this is what we are learning now. We did not come here to pretend the darkness within us, and within this world, does not exist. We came here to awaken, heal and rise above it. This is our initiation onto the ascension path; this is the shift.
I am currently working on a Sacred Skills Series that will detail the practices we will all need to cultivate on this journey. But for now, feel free to read my other articles Spiritual Awakening and Truth Rising if you haven't already. Both provide additional information and resources that you may find helpful at this time.
This content was originally posted on April 30, 2020.
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