it remains an observation exercise. There may be an uplifting,
perhaps a “distant” feeling, lasting several days. As you be-
come accustomed to this, you may start to worry, “Is it
wearing off? I’m not getting anything out of my exercise.
Am I doing it right?” The distant feeling is the awareness you
have been seeking all of your life.
        Most of us are accustomed to thinking from our feelings
and being lost in them.We are used to living in a daydream
state of escape. Continue with your exercise regardless of
what happens. If you encounter an odd experience, don’t
worry. Wonder,watch, observe, question,wait, and you will
be safe. For goodness’ sake, don’t decide whether it is a good
experience or a bad one. It is perfectly all right if you admit
that you don’t know and begin to wonder; that’s how you
will come to understand.
        Never add any technique to what you have been taught.
The meditation exercise is what the name implies. The
exercise will make the subconscious subject to the conscious
understanding.
        Although the instructions seem to contain many suggestions, close examination will reveal but one principle.
        Never (through lack of understanding) misuse the
power you develop, giving suggestions to yourself such as
“I will be brave,” “I will lose weight.” Don’t roll up your
sleeves to deal with problems as you begin to understand
what they are.Wait. Be patient. There is a time and place
for everything that is to be said or done. The most important
thing for you to experience is repentance, which is the
sad gladness that is known when you see yourself in the light
and you see your ego as part of the problem.

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