Whether we know it or not – we all wear an invisible crown that we need to put straight from time to time. The crown in this case refers to the higher aspects of ourselves, our invisible halo, our dignity, our true self-respect. When we slip from our elevated seat, our crown also slips, and we can lose more than just our position.
Don't air hostesses and catwalk models practice balancing books on their heads just so that they can walk tall and exude an air of presence and grace? If we were to imagine that we had an invisible crown on our heads, would we not pay a little extra attention to our stride, posture and inner as well as outer composure? Have you noticed that when you feel more confident, self-assured and in control you automatically 'walk tall'?
Take that idea a little further and imagine you are a king. This is the very basis of what Raja Yoga meditation speaks about: you are the king, so rule over your kingdom well! You are a master of your own life, the creator of your thoughts, the director of your actions. So is it not appropriate that we are the ones who will dictate what happens in our own kingdoms, not other people or places or events? So stay mindful of your invisible crown, and you will always be reminded to remain in your dignity and integrity.
An important person always knows who they are, even if they are not suited and booted! They have this constant awareness in the back of their minds. They naturally and automatically command the best treatment, and in return they are aware of what is expected of them in public or private.
Because of this authentic self-respect, one does not need to beg from others or stoop so low that the crown falls off. As a king I realize I don't need to look at what's going on in anyone else's territory. I have everything I need right here within my own kingdom.
When one is in the awareness of one's spiritual power and position one is more aware of the impact of every thought on the atmosphere. As a king, one only has the highest form of thinking: positive and powerful thoughts. There is no judgment of what is right and what is wrong, who is good and who is bad, but the king simply does what he needs to do.
In order to keep our crown on straight and upright, we also need to be straightforward and clear; no prancing and dancing about. If I set others off in a spin, then that karma will boomerang back, throwing me off my course. If I fall into confusion and chaos, it is almost inevitable that my crown will fall off.
In order to hold oneself up, there needs to be self-respect and also the humility to match. Sometimes, people walk nonchalantly through their lives whilst ignoring others. This is not the real meaning of respect for the self, and is much more likely to be arising from the ego. Remember the adage: pride comes before a fall! In spiritual self-respect there is inevitably natural respect for others.
A worthy king needs to remember he is there to serve. If we think we are above others we will not be able to meet them where they are at; but the king who wins loyalty and respect from others is the one who knows and understands his own weaknesses and strengths, who takes responsibility for himself and at the same time allows others to be who they are, who controls himself but does not seek to control, who gives rather than takes, and who is always seated on his invisible throne of self respect.
It's time… to fix your crown! When you get dressed, before you go out, remember to fix your crown and keep it straight. Repeatedly remind yourself of who you are and stay firmly seated on your throne.
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Posted by: Satya <heroactors@gmail.com>
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