Here’s paradox: As long as we are in dark, blind to our source, we remain ‘lowest world’, a world of darkness, suffering and evil. But, when we begin to see through our own limitations to our source and purpose, we become highest.

We will always maintain sense of unique ‘selfness’ and solidity that makes us human, but this ‘selfness’ will be fully illuminated by something beyond limitations of our human experience. We will gain a tangible awareness of G-d’s presence and purpose in every detail of our human lives. What initially concealed truth will ultimately reveal it.

Through this process, this physical, ‘lowest’ world will become place where G-d is most fully expressed, His true home.

This transformation is purpose of creation. You are here to take a world that is blind to truth, filled with darkness, negativity and evil, and transform it into a home for G-d. To reconnect with your source. To allow light of your soul, and awareness of your Creator, to shine through limitations of your solid, physical body and linear mind.

In embracing this mission, you will begin by transforming yourself and your environment. More and more, you will live a life that is an expression of your own highest potential. And in doing so, you will create an inhabitable world; a world that is a joy to live in, a true home.

This is ultimate win-win. And, by way, it’s ultimate reward. Kabbalah views afterlife as a temporary stopping place between one incarnation and next, where learning is processed, corrections made, and soul cleansed and refreshed. The real reward is here, on earth, as evolved souls, in transformed bodies, in a transformed world. Sharing a home with G-d.

We are in final stage of transformation process, at end of millennia of darkness and separation. It is time to reconnect with our source. Our souls sense this, even if our consciousness is a step behind. That’s why so many of us are searchers. And that’s why for first time, Divine wisdom of Kabbalah has been made available to ordinary people.

As a culture we have begun transition from blindness and self-centeredness to wisdom and purpose. We are becoming searchers. It’s possible now – with right knowledge and with sincere effort - to see through walls of our physical existence to true nature and purpose of life. To begin to know thoughts of G-d.

In this process, Kabbalah is our guide. Kabbalah as blueprint for Creation, is inner spiritual process through which G-d creates, sustains and transforms our world. Since it is blueprint, studying Kabbalah will automatically give you insights into workings of your own soul and world around you.

And, because we are entering climax of history, path of authentic Kabbalah has been opened to every person, Jewish or otherwise, who sincerely wishes to reach his highest potential as a human being created in image of G-d.

As a side effect, it will change your world.

© Shifra Hendrie 2005

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Think- Process information you received; all of it. Try to appreciate their perspective. What are strengths and weaknesses of this perspective? Is it morally acceptable to me? How does this fit or clash with my perspective.

Reframe- Ask yourself questions to help you get clear on a new or different perspective. A question such as; what is your perspective on this that is giving you trouble? What perspective could I take from this that would lead to a more empowered position?

Respond- Finally it’s time to respond. Notice that it doesn’t say react. Respond implies thought and reasoning. Organize your thoughts and your perspective. Share it with others.

Try it. It will be difficult at first and you’ll be dying to react, but don’t. Personally, I utilize a 7 second rule. I don’t respond to new ideas and perspectives until 7 seconds after person has finished speaking. At first, I had to consciously remind myself; listen, think, reframe, and respond. Now, it just happens. It will just happen for you too.

Communication is a learned skill that requires continuous development and practice. The more we apply these tools, better we become at utilizing these skills. Just simply giving each other permission to have hurt feelings, ask for specific outcomes and communicate our needs can produce amazing results.