
While the Spotsylvania County School Board on Nov. And it’s another reason why liberals and progressives should reclaim the mantle of free speech that was once an integral part of liberal thinking but that has now, alarmingly, fallen out of fashion on college campuses and other liberal strongholds. This is, of course, the logical direction of the conservative movement to crack down on any school curriculum that doesn’t reflect a right-wing view of the world. In the second part, Abraham teaches processes such as Evaluating Dreams, The Prosperity Game, and Moving Up The Emotional Scale.Two school board members in Virginia last week called for the burning - yes, burning - of books in the school’s library that they deem sexually offensive. In the first part, Abraham presents teachings on many topics such as creating your own reality, emotional reactions, and dealing with unwelcome thoughts.

Through Abraham, Esther and Jerry advise people to be happy because “the Universe adores you” and “you cannot die.” Ask and it is Given: Learning to Manifest Your Desires is divided into two parts. This new school of thought advocates a “deliberate optimistic scheme of lifeâ€, as described by William James. Abraham is the name given by Esther to a group of spirits who deliver inspirational messages of joy and well-being. By being in a positive state of mind we can help channel this energy and use it for our benefit.

However, we are not aware that there are cosmic laws in play which dictate the course of events our lives take. Not taking into account factors like wealth and power, everyone is entitled to a life that is joyous and fulfilling. The book operates on the premise that people are capable of shaping a life of happiness and contentment for themselves based on the powers of positive thinking. They put forth their doctrines with the help of a non-physical entity called Abraham, a figure which is used in much of their works. Ask and it is Given: Learning to Manifest Your Desires presents teachings by the husband-wife spiritual duo Esther and Jerry Hicks.
