tags:
- self-improvement
- wisdom
- bookWhat did the medicine man say that he was and why?
The medicine man said, "I am the Smokey Mirror, because I am looking at myself in all of you..."
What was the reason the medicine man gave for the people not recognizing each other?
The medicine man said, "...we don't recognize each other because of the smoke in-between us. That smoke is the Dream, and the mirror is you, the dreamer."
What is the main function of the mind?
The main function of the mind is dreaming.
What are you doing with your mind right now?
Right now, you are dreaming but while awake.
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What is the first agreement and what does it mean verbatim?
The first agreement is, "Be impeccable with your word," and it means, verbatim:
Speak with integrity. Say only what you mean. Avoid using the word to speak against yourself or to gossip about others. Use the power of your word in the direction of truth and love.
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What is the second agreement and what does it mean verbatim?
The second agreement is, "Don't take anything personally," and it means, verbatim:
Nothing others do is because of you. What others say and do is a projection of their own reality, their own dream. When you are immune to the opinions and actions of others, you won't be the victim of needless suffering.
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What is the third agreement and what does it mean verbatim?
The third agreement is, "Don't make assumptions," and it means, verbatim:
Find the courage to ask questions and to express what you really want. Communicate with others as clearly as you can to avoid misunderstandings, sadness, and drama. With just this one agreement, you can completely transform your life.
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What is the fourth agreement and what does it mean verbatim?
The fourth agreement is, "Always do your best," and it means, verbatim:
Your best is going to change from moment to moment; it will be different when you are healthy as opposed to sick. Under any circumstance, simply do your best, and you will avoid sef-judgement, self-abuse, and regret.