“What’s it all about, Alfie?”
Burt Bacharach
Why are we here, why do we exist?
If life has any purpose, and if the history of the universe as we currently understand it has any lesson, it is that we are here to evolve and grow, both mentally and emotionally, and that our current existence is but one step on a infinite ladder. This evolution and growth can be blind or purposeful – Modern Spiritualism is a philosophy for living a purposeful life.
How can we fulfill our potential?
By having an open mind – by taking advantage of life’s endless opportunities to learn and understand the universe and our place in it. Resist ignorance and dogma – anyone who claims to have all the answers usually has none. The most certain are usually the most deluded.
By having compassion – by seeking to emphasize with others, and looking how you can best contribute to the world. Resist greed and anger – both are signs of an unhappy heart. It is better to die a happy man with a thousand friends than a lonely man with a thousand servants.
By having courage – always working to make a difference, in your life and others. Resist fear and sloth – it is better to try and fail than never try at all. More great deeds come from persistence than fortune – shape the reality you want through action.
