The Core Of The Target

Redemption is not perfection. The redeemed must realise their imperfections.

- John Piper

On the true self

At the core of every person is the true self. This true self is emotion, creativity, spontaneity, energy, curiosity, love, peace, intuition and of course; grandeur. It doesn’t know logic, and it doesn’t have eyes in the world; it leaves that to the thinking mind. Instead, the true self can sense the world in ways the mind cannot. The mind has the ability to learn, store, process and use the information given to it. The true self has the capacity to generate new knowledge from thin air. Where the mind analyses and compares, the true self _intuits _and feels, and through that feeling, integrates the world around it into its core. It’s a very sensitive part of us, and without protection, can be damaged and negatively affected in countless ways. We’ve all seen the wonder and vigour of a child. This is the child’s true self on display; before their mind develops fully and begins to filter their experience.

Being connected with your true self creates an abundance of energy and inspiration. Although it is sensitive, it’s also the most powerful part of us. It’s our life force. When integrated, it gives us access to our humanity as well as our creative power. It connects all human beings. Although the mind can rehash many facts, the true self can empathise with another person and help us build a connection. Facts can only take us so far. It’s the intuitive power of the true self which makes us effective as human beings and allows us to live up to our potential. Your true self is numinous; having it there all the time is like having a good friend at you...