May
This metaphysical principle is one of the most widespread and it says:
“Every cause has its effect, every effect has its cause, everything happens according to the Law. Luck is no more than the name given to an unknown law, there are many planes of chance but nothing escapes the Law.”
Absolutely, the present situation we find ourselves has been generated at some point in our life. We have created it either consciously or unconsciously in this or in another life. When we say that something happens to us “by chance”, we are only referring to a law that we do not know, but in reality, it was an event that we had to live because we had generated it in some way.
The Planes of causation:
The “planes of causation” are the places, people and events that have taught us a “mental pattern or belief” that we take as true. It is nice to think that all the good that happens to us is the product of our good deeds; but on the contrary, it is hard for us to accept that the negative situations that are presented to us have also been created.
We might find it difficult to understand why and when these situations were generated. This principle gives us the answer by explaining that there are many planes of causation; some of them come from far back in time and are asleep in memory, while some are events that occurred either in childhood or in our previous lives.
Other Planes of Causation:
In addition, we genetically receive the “influence” of our parents, grandparents and, if we continue, we see that we also receive the influence of eight great-grandparents. Thus, this chain continues infinitely. We also receive the influences of the society in which we grow up, the religion we practice, the educational institutions we attend, the workplaces, the clubs, friends that surround us, and so on.
These are just some examples to indicate that there are many planes of causation and we are the result of the sum of these planes.
The influence of thoughts:
Each student of metaphysics must analyze the set of information that he has received throughout his life; you must consciously select what you want to keep in your mind and what you should discard. In this process, we must recognize what our father, our mother, our grandparents thought, and what we choose to think of ourselves.
It is also convenient to remember what one used to think long ago and what he chooses to think now. We always have the freedom to choose in the present, which is the only moment that exists. Remember that “free will” is nothing more than the opportunity we are given to choose our thoughts. In this lies our true power and that is how we can take control of our lives.
In this process of selection of thoughts, we must be responsible and avoid falling into the role of being the victim at all times. For most, it is easier to blame someone or something for our unhappiness. There are people who blame the government, the economic situation, their partner, their family, their children, bosses, and even the climate (humidity, heat, cold) for their dissatisfaction.
As we learned from studying the Principle of Correspondence, we must remember that “everything that happens on the outside is reflecting our inner state.” When something external produces dissatisfaction or pain, that is only reminding us that we have a wound to heal; otherwise, we would not be disturbed.
It is highly recommended to investigate the origin of present situations. If you are living a moment of loneliness, it is not because you have “bad luck” and you do not find anyone suitable for you. That loneliness has a meaning in your life; it is a lesson you must learn.
The quickest way to find answers to the conflicts we are living is by asking the question to our Higher Self or Internal God. This should be done preferably in a state of meditation. The answers that one receives are always clear and concrete; usually, they are summarized in a few words or in a sensation.
If you are in the habit of praying frequently, remember that this is only part of your dialogue with God. When you are praying, it is as if you are speaking to God. But when you are meditating … you are listening to His response. If you only pray, you are producing a monologue in which you are not listening to the other party.
This is the reason why many religious people become disconcerted and complain that God “does not answer their requests”. It is impossible for that to happen. God always answers, and immediately. The solution is to remain silent for a few minutes after praying and pay attention to what you receive internally. How will you know when it is God who answers your concerns and not your ego? There is a key to recognize it: the answers of God are always a form of peace and harmony for all those affected.
The influence of Karma and dharma:
The apparent injustices that we see in daily life find their foundation in this principle. Throughout our many previous lives, we have been generating causes that determine our present situation. There are people who have done a lot of good in the past and now they have to live their reward. We perceive these people as “lucky”. On the other hand, there are others who have made many mistakes, they have broken certain universal laws and now they are trapped in problems and difficulties.
That is why poor, sick or “bad luck” people are born, while others are born healthy, in a comfortable home and with good opportunities. It is called “karma” for the debt we owe our destiny and “dharma” for the reward we receive for our good works of the past.
Karma and dharma can be understood as activities in two different banks. We owe money to the first one and he will pursue us until we pay him. On the contrary, the second pays us an interest in what we have deposited. These banks have no connection with each other; that is to say that for more good works that we do in the present, we will still have to settle our debts with destiny.
Can our past mistakes be forgiven?
Forgiveness is not as easy as one believes. Many people who say they have forgiven just play an intellectual game because whenever they have another problem with the “forgiven” person, resentment and reproaches appear instantly. This is what we know as “I forgive but I do not forget”, which only indicates that forgiveness has not yet taken place. True forgiveness grants peace.
Basically, there are different ways to cut karma. For example, let’s imagine a relationship between a man and a woman in which the first has harmed the second. In this life, she will feel a great desire to avenge and harm him, but since she has risen spiritually and knows the Law of Cause and Effect, she chooses to forgive him and does NOT respond to the negative impulse. Karma has been interrupted thanks to her decision to forgive.
Most people who do not forgive act like this because they feel that someone has to pay for what has happened to them; there is a thirst for justice in them and that does not occur in this plane.
Conclusion:
Every student of metaphysics should know that Divine Justice operates through the Law of Cause and Effect. Consequently, we must learn to be aware of our actions. Each thought or action that we initiate is a cause that, unfailingly, will have its effect.
If we fight and argue with the people around us (cause), the result will be a great conflict (effect). However, if we do favors and help others (cause), we will also receive the same at some time (effect) although the favors never come from the people we have helped.
