who am i course

Journaling to figure it all out

Through journaling, you can figure out the who and why of your existence. You can learn more about yourself while leaving a record for posterity. I journal to do just that. But being rewarded with epiphanies is my favorite reason of all. In working this course, not only did I find clarification on who I am, I was blessed with several “aha” moments.

Who I am to the outside world

Mari roots her second group of exercises in our outer world. I listed my life roles and the most important people in each. I went to them for candid answers on how they perceive me. Some of her suggested questions were straightforward; others were not so easy.

How we perceive our creative world

I loved it when Mari asked what we considered to be our most creative period in life. Aha. I discovered that to be now. If true, I’m fulfilling my life purpose. I’m finding opportunities to speak my truth.

Looking at ourselves in the work mode

I thought the section on work would hold few clues. I’ve retired from working for others but I still punch that timecard every morning by sitting down and writing.

My favorite word of all: potential

Mari asked what it means to be true to ourselves. Aha! I learned I’ve begun to live authentically. Living authentically coincides with breaking free from severe bipolar depression. Now I don’t need to hide. Concealing my true self would mean denying what I stand for.

Journaling forever and a day

By now I’ve worked through several of Mari’s books and courses. So what have I gleaned from “Who am I?” I know without a doubt I don’t want to be Nobody. I want to be Somebody – Somebody who makes a difference.

What is the meaning of "I am"?

Beliefs are another big part of our identity. Our religious beliefs, political beliefs, and other opinions may be at the forefront of who we think we are. We even frequently use the phrase "I am" to refer to our beliefs. For example, maybe I am a Christian, a Democrat, an Atheist, or a Republican.

What does it mean to know your intrapersonal self?

To know our intrapersonal self means that we know our emotions, needs, values, opinions, and other internal processes. And to know our interpersonal self means that we know how others see us . All of these are parts of who we are. Another way to answer the question, "Who am I?".

Seat of the Soul

Soul is located in the part of the brain called the hypothalamus. Sitting on this seat, we the Soul can control the nervous system and, through it, various organs in the body. Just as a driver controls a car through its control mechanisms while sitting in the driver’s seat, the soul uses the brain to control the body.

Nature of the Soul

Soul has no gender. It is a tiny, metaphysical, conscious point of spiritual light, not the light which comes from stars but we are a light of consciousness, powers, and virtues. The number of souls is finite and all souls are unique and eternal: is never created and can not be destroyed by any means.

Faculties (properties) of the Soul

It is very subtle to understand the properties of the tiniest Soul, but it is a very fundamental nature. While the Soul is a point of light, we can think and reflect; we can experience pleasure and pain; we can decide to make efforts, either good or bad. The soul has three intrinsic faculties – mind, intellect, and impressions.