The Possibility of “What Is”

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The Possibility of “What Is”

This post isn’t about the hypothetical “what could be.” Instead, it’s about recognizing the profound possibilities of what is. As you read, allow yourself the grace of setting aside judgment—trust me, it’ll surface— just be open to the journey.

When I was a curious child, I spent a few memorable summer days with my father at the historic Boston Courthouse. He was a high-ranking court officer at the Suffolk Superior Court, and I would eagerly tag along a couple of times a week—probably to give my mom a well-deserved break from my seemingly boundless energy and enthusiasm. While there, I’d either sit in various courtrooms listening intently to a range of interesting cases or entertain myself by skateboarding up and down the spacious hallways during lengthy trials. Sometimes, I’d get creative by folding paper helicopters and sending them gliding down the courthouse’s towering stairwells, watching them spiral elegantly in the air. Those were truly simpler and more innocent times, though one unforgettable morning stands out in my memory as a pivotal moment that ultimately changed my life forever.

A Warning Ignored

That fateful day, my father and I were running notably late. Or rather, I single-handedly made us late. He was rushing me along with increasing frustration, muttering that I wasn’t moving fast enough to his liking. In a moment of defiance, I protested loudly, shouting something quite unusual: “We can’t leave now! We absolutely need to be late!” I ranted about “smoke,” but of course, my father didn’t take my words seriously at all. In the chaos of our heated argument, I acted out just enough to delay us by a crucial five minutes.

Eventually, we made our way to the train station, enduring his stern lecture about the importance of punctuality and time management. The train took us to Park Street Station, and from there, we began the short walk to the courthouse. However, as we approached our destination, the scene before us was anything but normal. Sirens blared incessantly, and people were running in all directions as if caught in a panic, while police cars and fire trucks crowded the area like startled roosters.

When we entered through the employee entrance, my father unexpectedly ran into one of his coworkers, Joseph D. “What’s going on?” my father inquired urgently. Joseph replied gravely, his voice low: “There was a bomb explosion near the elevator banks in the new building.”

My father froze in disbelief. “When did this happen?” he asked, his voice rising with urgency.

“Just about five minutes ago,” Joseph answered, a sense of dread hanging in the air.

I’ll never forget the look on my father’s face as he slowly turned to me. It was an unsettling mix of fear and confusion. Fear that we might have unwittingly walked right into mortal danger had we been on time, and confusion at how his 11-year-old son could have possibly known something was going to happen before it actually did.

Unsettling Strength Arrives

This wasn’t the first time my parents were confronted with the unsettling idea that I was, well, different in ways that were hard to articulate. Just weeks before the chilling Court House explosion, a group of five kids suddenly jumped me after I had run what I thought was a simple errand to the corner store for my parents. 

I remember feeling an intense surge of anger after the ambush; in that moment, I walked over to the side of our brick housing project, punched a cement wall with all my might, and ended up fracturing a capstone without inflicting any harm on myself. I was just 11 years old at the time. When my parents discovered what I had done, the look of terror in their eyes was unmistakable. They took me to multiple doctors, trying to comprehend how a child could break a cement wall without sustaining any injuries in the process. 

The doctors, however, dismissed their concerns outright, suggesting my mother was overreacting and insisting that it simply couldn’t have happened as she described, even going so far as to recommend that perhaps she might benefit from some counseling herself. So now, here was my father, standing beside me in the disturbing aftermath of the courthouse explosion, grappling with the unnerving realization that his son not only possessed inexplicable strength but also seemed to have an uncanny ability to foresee events before they actually transpired.

The Venetian Veil

When we returned home from the events at the Courthouse, my father was unusually quiet, far more so than I had ever seen him before. My mother, sensing the weight of the moment, immediately asked what had happened, and after a brief, hushed, and private mumbling conversation with her, they both sat me down with an air of solemnity. My mom explained to me something I had never heard before in my young life: I had been born with a Venetian veil—a rare phenomenon sometimes believed to be associated with heightened intuition or “special” abilities that set me apart from others. It was the first—and, as it would turn out, the last—time my parents ever mentioned it to me. We never discussed the courthouse incident again, as if it were a hidden wound we all agreed not to acknowledge. Life went on, carrying its usual rhythm, but something profound and unspoken shifted that day in our relationship. I sensed their unease around me after that moment (I guess to them I was living, breathing Irish Folklore in real time), and it marked the beginning of my lifelong journey and quest into exploring internal energy, spiritual awareness, and martial arts to find out what the hell, who the hell, and where the hell I truly am.

A Life of Possibility

Looking back, that fateful day at the courthouse wasn’t just an isolated event that happened in my life; it was an incredibly pivotal moment that awakened me to the special potential that lay dormant within myself all along. Since then, I have fully embraced my “weirdness,” recognizing with clarity that what makes me different also gives me a profound sense of purpose in life. However, this journey hasn’t been easy or straightforward.

Helping to raise human consciousness often feels like walking headfirst into a massive, unyielding headwind—people either seek me out to exploit my unique gifts solely for their own benefit or dismiss them entirely. In their jealousy, they secretly hope for my downfall and demise because they cannot grasp how an “Irish kid from the projects of South Boston” could do the things I do. Recently, while engaging in the daunting task of purging old boxes in my attic as a part of my nightly duties (which involves a long story of its own), I stumbled upon a long-forgotten copy of the official report from that courthouse explosion ( see photo).

Holding that significant piece of history in my hands brought all the energy and emotions rushing back: the warnings echoing in my mind, the fear that gripped my heart, and the unfortunate distance that grew between my parents and me. It serves as a poignant reminder that the possibilities of what truly is often go far beyond what we can logically explain or comprehend. And perhaps, just maybe, that’s the point of it all.

My “Family” may not have ever truly known me, but I suppose they were still able to experience the “unique” side of the metaphysical world in real time during the time we all shared together, so in that case, I hope it helped raise their consciousness.

Brian Collins

Life in Synergy Inc.

www.lifeinsynergy.com

PS:
The funny story?

My uncle was Mayor of Boston in the 1960’s, and when he passed in 1995, his funeral was attended by numerous global dignitaries. One of the people I met there was a judge who had worked with my Father in the past. The judge looked at me and said, “Wow, you’ve grown! I remember when you used to ride your skateboard through my courtroom!”

Yup… 100% true—and we all shared a great laugh.

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The Pitfalls of Never Feeling Loved and Uncertainty's Power to Freeze

The feelings of never being loved and the uncertainty it brings can paralyze our inner guidance.

These experiences can significantly impact our emotional and spiritual well-being. This Life in Synergy® blog explores these pitfalls and offers insights on how to navigate them. The impact of Never feeling loved can echo on and be passed on from generation to generation and thus continue the pattern like a virus seeking a new host. Feeling unloved by parents, in relationships, with friends, etc., can have deep and lasting effects on our self-esteem and emotional health. This pattern of neglect can alter a persons perception of not only themselves but the energy of the external world as well throughout a entire lifetime. Self-Worth: Constantly feeling unloved can erode our sense of self-worth and lead to negative self-perceptions and the unchecked desire to spread our internal discontent outwards to others. Emotional Isolation: This feeling can isolate us emotionally, making it difficult to form meaningful, truthful connections with others.

It's important to recognize and address these feelings to foster healing and growth. 🌳

Self-Love: Cultivating self-love and compassion is crucial in overcoming feelings of being unloved. Engaging in self-care can help rebuild our self-worth, but acknowledgement of the answer when it arrives is crucial to release and repair. Seeking Support: Reaching out to supportive friends, family, spiritual guides or a therapist can provide the emotional support needed to overcome these feelings.

Uncertainty can be a powerful force that freezes our internal guidance, preventing us from making decisions and moving forward.

• Paralysis by over Analysis: Overthinking and worrying about the unknown can lead to inaction and stagnation ( repetitition).

• Fear of the Unknown: The fear of what lies ahead can paralyze our decision-making process and hinder our progress.

Learning to navigate uncertainty is essential for personal and spiritual growth.

• Mindfulness and Presence: Staying present and focusing on the current moment can reduce the anxiety caused by uncertainty.

• Trusting the Process: Trusting in the journey and having faith that things will work out can help us move forward despite the unknown. This is very hard for people to accept as the prior energies that aid in creating an addiction to self induced chemical states of mind ( natural) through negative behavior(s) that reinforce the desire for attention are often very , very seductive and people are often tricked by their own internal dialog that justify the spread of ones unresolved negative energies outward as it gives them a natural high that comes with turmoil.

The feelings of never being loved and the power of uncertainty can be significant obstacles in our lives.

By cultivating self-love, seeking support, and practicing mindfulness, we can overcome these challenges and continue on our path of personal and spiritual growth. This process is much more important than you the reader can imagine as I have personally seen the energy of unresolved internal conflicts manifest as external and have seen many “unresolved emotional car fires” lit and wind up burning the entire world through unresolved emotional disconnect(s).

We are all one and what we do to ourselves we do to the entire world, so unless you are rich enough to leave this planet forever and live with some Gray Alien on planet Blip Blip, you better wake up to the fact that you simply don’t shit where you eat. So the next time you want to externalize unresolved issues within, think of the ripple effect of doing so. Take a moment, step back and ask yourself this question : “What am I doing to help shift negative energy on this planet”?

The answer will tell all.

Brian Collins

Life in Synergy® ©2024

Exploring the Untapped Wonders of the Human Mind: Astral Projection, Second Sight, and Human Energy Fields

The human mind is a frontier of endless possibilities, a vast landscape brimming with untapped potential.

As we journey through life, certain mystical experiences like astral projection, second sight, and the exploration of human energy fields invite us to consider a broader perspective on what it means to be human. These phenomena, often regarded as extraordinary, might actually be glimpses into the latent capabilities of our species. This isn't about being "out there"—it's about diving deeper into the inner cosmos of human potential.

Astral projection, or the ability to travel outside the physical body, is one of the most intriguing aspects of the human mind's capabilities. This practice has been referenced in various cultures and spiritual texts throughout history, suggesting a universal curiosity about the nature of existence and consciousness. Those who have experienced astral projection describe it as a profound event that expands their understanding of the universe and their place within it. Imagine being able to explore distant locations or spiritual dimensions without leaving your room. This ability, while not common, highlights the incredible potential of the human consciousness to transcend physical limits. It suggests a stage of human evolution where our awareness and cognitive abilities can extend far beyond current expectations.

Second sight, or clairvoyance, refers to the ability to perceive events or information beyond the reach of the normal senses. Often viewed with skepticism, clairvoyance is nonetheless a part of many people's experiences, offering them insights into the past, present, or future, and a deeper connection to the spiritual world. This capability might be a natural extension of our senses, an evolutionary tool still in development, which could lead to a more profound collective understanding and anticipation of future events. The concept of human energy fields, or auras, suggests that each person emits an energy field that can be perceived and interpreted by others. This idea aligns with many spiritual and holistic practices, which propose that our physical health and emotional well-being are directly connected to the state of our energy fields. Developing sensitivity to these fields could enhance empathy, healing, and the ability to connect with others on a deeply intuitive level.

Those who possess these abilities today are often seen as anomalies, but perhaps they are simply early indicators of what is possible for the future of humanity. Rather than viewing these individuals as "odd" or different, it may be more productive to see them as pioneers, trailblazers of cognitive and spiritual capabilities that many more of us might develop in the future. The evolution of these skills could signify a coming age where human consciousness expands in unimaginable ways.

Wrapping up this cosmic wonderland

The exploration of astral projection, second sight, and human energy fields invites us to open our minds to the incredible possibilities of human evolution. These are not mere curiosities or anomalies but potential stages of our development as a species. As we continue to explore these frontiers, we may discover that these extraordinary abilities are not only natural but are also accessible to many, if not all, given the right nurturing and understanding. Embracing these possibilities could lead to a future where we are more connected to each other and the universe itself, transcending the known limits and venturing into the vastness of human potential.

Helena and Brian Collins-Boston

Life in Synergy®