Man's word is Spirit in man. Words are sounds occasioned by the vibrations of thoughts. Thoughts are vibrations sent forth by the ego or soul. Every word that leaves your mouth ought to be potent with genuine soul vibration. The words of most people are lifeless because they are spoken automatically, without being impregnated with soul force. Too much talking, exaggeration, or falsehood is like shooting bullets out of a toy gun, without the gunpowder. That is why the prayers or words of such people do not produce any desired changes. Every word you utter must represent not only Truth, but also some of your own realized soul force. Words without soul force are like husks without the corn. Words that are saturated with sincerity, conviction, faith, and intuition are like vibration bombs, which can explode the rocks of difficulties and create the change desired. Avoid speaking unpleasant words, even if they are true. Sincere words or affirmations repeated understandingly, feelingly, and willingly are sure to move the omnipresent Cosmic Vibratory Force to render aid in your difficulty. Appeal to that Force with infinite confidence, casting out all doubt. If your affirmations are spoken with disbelief, or while looking for the desired result, your attention is deflected from its mark. You should not sow the vibratory prayer seed in the soil of Cosmic Consciousness and then continually pick it out to see if it has germinated into the desired result. --Paramhansa Yogananda, excerpt from Scientific Healing Affirmations, Crystal Clarity Publishers Excerpted from Scientific Healing Affirmations by Paramhansa Yogananda All rights reserved by the original copyright owners. Excerpts are provided for display purposes only and may not be reproduced, reprinted or distributed without the written permission of the publisher.
