One of the big problems I have with The Secret is the idea that we are ultimately in control of everything.
Yes, I do like to feel in control: I try to control my time with good time management principles, I try to control my health with good eating and exercise, I’d rather be a driver than a passenger in a vehicle, and of course, give me the remote for the TV!
I like to feel in control, and I agree that we each have a locus of control, but I know I’m not ultimately in control. And, given how self-centered we are, how limited our knowledge is, both of ourselves and the world and reality, would it really be a good thing if we were in total control? How can you have full control without full knowledge?
I guess it's time to show one of my philosophical cards. Here’s a foundational belief of mine: There’s one God, and it ain’t you!
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We are not in control of others, or of the world, but we are certainly in control of ourselves, our actions, and our reactions TO others and the world. I think to many people err on the side of thinking they have NO control than the other. God could control us, but chooses not to, instead giving us free will.
I may not be God, but I am in control of my actions, if not always my results.
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