Re: [BardonPraxis] Just beginning.

["Rawn Clark" <rawnclark@...>]

Dear Ray,

>> Last week, I spoke with one of the translators at Merkur Publishing
and asked about Bardon's admonition regarding learning the theory before
attempting the steps. I explained my intention to seriously study that
material while going through the steps and his reply was that it would
prolong my development; unnecessarily extend my progress by 20+ years.
<<

Baloney! ;-) ;-) ;-) One should indeed seriously study the theory
section and, as Bardon suggested, meditate extensively upon it, but even
so, much of it will be incomprehensible until the moment that its
reality is *experienced*. The theory *helps* us intellectually
comprehend the point and basis of the exercises but it is the exercises
themselves which bring *understanding*.

>> To me, it seems that knowledge of the theory wouldn't become
absolutely necessary until one has reached the third step, in which by
then I would be well versed. I'm only on the first step and really
enjoy how they've already positively affected me and can't seem to see
the danger in going through the first couple steps while learning the
theory. Any thoughts or suggestions? <<

I suggest that you proceed as you are and ignore what the folks at
Merkur told you. I also suggest that you study the theory and meditate
upon it while you're engaging in your exercises. In fact, this can be a
great way to practice the techniques of mental discipline (see
http://www.ABardonCompanion.com/Deep.html).

My best to you,
:) Rawn Clark
21 June 2004
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