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===Dialogue===

===Dialogue===

===='''''[[Free will]]'''''====

===='''''[[Free will]]'''''====

Frosty: Could you comment on the connection between loss of willpower at an early age and the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ocd addictive, compulsive nature]? I was reading [http://www.addictionrecoveryreality.com/?tag=john-bradshaw Bradshaw] about that, that maybe I am trying to [[struggle]] against something I don't have any [[power]] over. How can I develop this? I'm sure there are many of us in this situation.

Frosty: Could you comment on the connection between loss of willpower at an early age and the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ocd addictive, compulsive nature]? I was reading [https://www.addictionrecoveryreality.com/?tag=john-bradshaw Bradshaw] about that, that maybe I am trying to [[struggle]] against something I don't have any [[power]] over. How can I develop this? I'm sure there are many of us in this situation.

Elyon: ''Willpower'' is what these two words mean; your [[volition]]al abilities are [[power]]ful. The [[culture]] of [[this world]] spends little time developing mental [[disciplines]] which aid in a [[personality]]'s [[ability]] not only to choose but to act upon the [[volition|choice]]. [[Control]] of the [[free will|will]] of the child, the dampening efforts you speak of, often stem from a [[fear]] of the power of will in an adult and the lack of understanding the personality's ability to control this power.

Elyon: ''Willpower'' is what these two words mean; your [[volition]]al abilities are [[power]]ful. The [[culture]] of [[this world]] spends little time developing mental [[disciplines]] which aid in a [[personality]]'s [[ability]] not only to choose but to act upon the [[volition|choice]]. [[Control]] of the [[free will|will]] of the child, the dampening efforts you speak of, often stem from a [[fear]] of the power of will in an adult and the lack of understanding the personality's ability to control this power.

[[Behavior]]s that appear beyond the range of will stem from [[dysfunctional]] and deficient training. The abilities you have [[attained]], [[skills]] you have in choice making, are best [[revealed]] to you when you are [[free]] from the [[expectations]] of others and the demands of your [[society]]. In effect, when you are [[alone]] you are best able to perceive your strength of will, for nothing else will corral or hinder your [[expression]]. Some [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ocd compulsive behaviors] are simply one's will on a tirade, not so much an external factor controlling oneself as an internal venting of [[repressed]] choice making.

[[Behavior]]s that appear beyond the range of will stem from [[dysfunctional]] and deficient training. The abilities you have [[attained]], [[skills]] you have in choice making, are best [[revealed]] to you when you are [[free]] from the [[expectations]] of others and the demands of your [[society]]. In effect, when you are [[alone]] you are best able to perceive your strength of will, for nothing else will corral or hinder your [[expression]]. Some [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ocd compulsive behaviors] are simply one's will on a tirade, not so much an external factor controlling oneself as an internal venting of [[repressed]] choice making.

Frosty: If I am alone and there are 20 candy bars in the cupboard, I am going to eat those 20 candy bars. I seem to have no will. You are saying that I am venting? Or is some of it from [[habit]]? Is there still something in me, old programming? It seems like I don't have more control whether or not I am alone. Then I beat myself up for not eating vegetables. At times I seem hopeless. I'll do fine until there is a candy bar in the closet!

Frosty: If I am alone and there are 20 candy bars in the cupboard, I am going to eat those 20 candy bars. I seem to have no will. You are saying that I am venting? Or is some of it from [[habit]]? Is there still something in me, old programming? It seems like I don't have more control whether or not I am alone. Then I beat myself up for not eating vegetables. At times I seem hopeless. I'll do fine until there is a candy bar in the closet!

[[Michael]] is here and would speak through another gathered in your circle.

[[Michael]] is here and would speak through another gathered in your circle.

===='''''[[Service]]'''''====

===='''''[[Guidance]]''''', '''''[[Service]]'''''====

Christ Michael (Mark): I am [[aware]] of your [[hearts]]' [[desires]] to be of [[service]] and to be about [[the will of our Father]]. You are all currently [[engaged]] in various pursuits to this end. I have asked you in your [[heart]]s and with your conscious [[minds]] to follow me. You have all eagerly [[accepted]] this cup. For this I am deeply pleased with each of you.

Christ Michael (Mark): I am [[aware]] of your [[hearts]]' [[desires]] to be of [[service]] and to be about [[the will of our Father]]. You are all currently [[engaged]] in various pursuits to this end. I have asked you in your [[heart]]s and with your conscious [[minds]] to follow me. You have all eagerly [[accepted]] this cup. For this I am deeply pleased with each of you.

I have every [[confidence]] and [[faith]] in your [[interpretation]] of how you best may serve and [[desire]] that you know that even the smallest, littlest [[things]] you do for me and for [[the Father]] are warmly and gladly [[accepted]], [[appreciated]], and loved. There are times of great undertakings, and there are times of minor undertakings with great rewards. Be reminded of this in your daily life; you are not to know at this [[time]] the [[consequences]] of every small act of [[love]] or [[kindness]] that you foster. But I know and the Father knows, and one day you will know of the ripples caused by the spreading of your [[love]].

I have every [[confidence]] and [[faith]] in your [[interpretation]] of how you best may serve and [[desire]] that you know that even the smallest, littlest [[things]] you do for me and for [[the Father]] are warmly and gladly [[accepted]], [[appreciated]], and loved. There are times of great undertakings, and there are times of minor undertakings with great rewards. Be reminded of this in your daily life; you are not to know at this [[time]] the [[consequences]] of every small act of [[love]] or [[kindness]] that you foster. But I know and the Father knows, and one day you will know of the ripples caused by the spreading of your [[love]].

===Closing===

===Closing===

My [[peace]] be with you. My [[love]] [[surrounds]] you. You are my children in whom I am well pleased. Take my love with you and give it away as you go through your day. I empower you to do this, and I am available to you for [[support]] throughout your days and weeks. I ask that you call on me more frequently than you are accustomed, as I [[desire]] to [[function]] with you in your [[life]] more consciously and more actively. This is accomplished primarily through your end, through your [[desire]], and, further- more, your asking to open this [[channel]] between us. I will not fail you. I am there for you always. You will come to know my [[presence]] more and more regularly with more familiarity. This I [[desire]], as I [[perceive]] you do, as well. Make it so, allow this to happen. I love you all. You know who I am.

My [[peace]] be with you. My [[love]] [[surrounds]] you. You are my children in whom I am well pleased. Take my love with you and give it away as you go through your day. I empower you to do this, and I am available to you for [[support]] throughout your days and weeks. I ask that you call on me more frequently than you are accustomed, as I [[desire]] to [[function]] with you in your [[life]] more consciously and more actively. This is accomplished primarily through your end, through your [[desire]], and, further- more, your asking to open this [[channel]] between us. I will not fail you. I am there for you always. You will come to know my [[presence]] more and more regularly with more familiarity. This I [[desire]], as I [[perceive]] you do, as well. Make it so, allow this to happen. I love you all. You know who I am.

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