Gurdjieff would explain, “Being a master of oneself,” is a key to man’s happiness and continual growth. His writings clearly tell us that in the present mental state of man there is no real future, that man is governed by his instincts, negative emotions, and he reacts to life rather than actively participating fully and consciously.
We believe and think we can do and that we have freedom to choose. If we were free, why is it that we may see what is best and follow what is worse? The idea that we have free will is probably the greatest hoax to mankind.
True freedom, is knowing we are a part of infinite nature and that we understand and follow her laws. This follows necessarily as true knowledge becomes clearer to us. Understanding is a part of the mind that has clear ideas; we can see from our mind’s eye that we are a part of God and his perfection.
Gurdjieff’s idea of the necessity of a group is paramount in the process of self-discovery. Without a group, it is so easy to have the illusion we are making progress. He explains that only with other individuals is it possible to wake up the spiritual intelligence within us. Other individuals have the opportunity to see areas in our nature we normally hide. A knowledgeable teacher or leader who knows the way is necessary. You want to have an absolute trust and faith that this knowledge is available to you, and you want to be open to receive it.
I am seeking other individuals who have a similar interest and desire as I do to grow, to know more, and to learn how we can partake in the knowledge of the union existing between our mind and the whole of nature. The ultimate goal or aim would be to know our nature, the nature of God and His laws so we can live a life of freedom, love, joy, happiness and peace.
