A Practical Guide to Understanding the Big Picture
- Workbook Three -
Duality & Your Dual Nature
Welcome, in this workbook, we’re diving deep into something that’s both incredibly familiar and endlessly mysterious: the duality of life and our own dual natures.
The world around us and the very essence of who we are, are woven from a tapestry of twos—light and dark, day and night, body and spirit, human and soul, masculine and feminine, left brain and right brain, and endless more. This isn’t just poetic talk; it underpins the reality that shapes our existence, our experiences, our growth and potential.
Now, if you’re scratching your head wondering what all this talk of duality and dual natures means, worry not. You’re in just the right place. Whether you’ve pondered over these concepts while staring at the stars or this is the first time you’re encountering them, this workbook is designed for you. We’re going to explore these ideas in plain talk, no jargon, no prior knowledge required. Just you, me, and an open mind and heart ready to explore the intricacies of our lives.
Why Duality?
At its heart, duality is about complementary pairs of opposites that form the very fabric of existence. Think about it—day wouldn’t mean much without night, joy wouldn’t feel as sweet without sorrow, and strength wouldn’t be as valued without knowing vulnerability. This duality isn’t here to confuse us but to balance and enrich our lives, teaching us lessons and offering us a fuller experience of being alive.
And then there’s the duality within us—our own dual natures. We’re talking about the tangible and the intangible, the physical and the spiritual, the mind and the heart. We are complex beings, capable of rational thought and deep feeling, of action and reflection. We embody the dualities of masculine and feminine energies, no matter our gender. Our brains themselves reflect duality, with the left side offering analytical and logical skills, and the right side diving into creativity and intuition.
What’s Inside This Workbook?
This workbook is your guide through the landscape of duality. We’ll explore:
The Dual Nature of Life: How duality manifests in the world around us
and the universal lessons it offers.
Our Inner Duality: Unpacking the dual natures within us—our human & soul aspects, our bodies & spirits, our hearts & minds and how they influence our thoughts, emotions, and actions.
Balancing the Scales: Practical exercises and reflections to help you navigate and balance your dual natures, leading to a more harmonious and deeply fulfilling life.
As we set off on this journey together, remember that understanding and embracing our dual natures isn’t about choosing one side over the other. It’s about recognizing the value in both, learning to navigate between them, and finding the balance that’s right for you.
Here’s the Itinerary for Our Journey Through these Universal Principles
- First Leg -
An Immortal Soul & A Mortal Human
The First Foundational Aspect of Your Dual Nature
Core Principle: We each live with one foot in the day-to-day and the other in the eternal.
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- Second Leg -
A Non-Physical Spirit & A Physical Body
The Second Foundational Aspect of Your Dual Nature
Core Principle: S
Earth
- Third Leg -
A Thinking Mind & A Feeling Heart
The Third Foundational Aspect of Your Dual Nature
Core Principle: C
Air
- Fourth Leg -
Duality in the World Around You
Core Principle: C
Air
- Final Leg -
Historical & Cultural Perspectives
The duality and your dual nature seen through a diverse range of indigenous, spiritual and philosophical traditions from all around the world.
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