(04-25-2010, 10:15 AM)charlie2012 Wrote: We truly need to experience these things so that we can understand life from all possible angles before moving on to the next density. How would you understand suffering if you never experienced it?
Probing deeper, why is there suffering in the first place? Why does it even exist to be experienced?
My understanding is that our planet has more suffering than is common elsewhere. Not all planets are so bellicose. Much of the extreme suffering on this planet is caused by the violence and conquest (STS traits) of the students in this school for juvenile delinquents.
Hence, it seems to me that, while discomfort might be necessary in order to facilitate the reaching upwards and outwards, the really intense suffering isn't necessary for spiritual growth. Many planets, such as Venus, evolved without so much violence and, I would surmise, a lot less of the really intense suffering. So it appears to me that our planet is somewhat of an aberration.
As Wanderers, aren't we here to shine the Light in some small way and thereby do our part to lessen the suffering, whenever possible? Suffering can be a potent catalyst for compassion. In that respect, acceptance is an important part of the process. At the same time, and this might seem paradoxical, I think that accepting suffering as inevitable creates a limitation. I would rather hold to the ideal that suffering can be transcended. I feel that, by aspiring to the ideal of a peaceful planet without extreme suffering inflicted by others, I can do more to help those who are suffering (when appropriate).
As long as we are satisfied and content within our paradigm, we don't ever extend its boundaries. By thinking outside the box, and questioning the very premise itself, we open ourselves to the infinite creative energies of the UniVerse, and fully utilize its holographic attributes.