Our Core Teachings

Science of Mind is a spiritual philosophy that combines aspects of science, philosophy, and religion, offering practical tools for spiritual living. The core teachings include:

• The Universal Mind (The One Infinite Reality): The central belief is in one Universal Mind (God), of which all individuals are a part. It is believed that this mind operates through a predictable spiritual law, often described as the law of cause and effect.

  • • The nature of God: Science of Mind posits one Universal Mind, which is an omnipresent, omniscient, and omnipotent creative force that is the source of all existence. It is not an anthropomorphic deity but an impersonal, intelligent principle, often referred to as God, Spirit, or the Infinite.

    • Oneness: Everything in the universe is a unique and individual expression of this singular divine substance, meaning all life is interconnected and undivided. The Universal Mind is within and surrounding all people, and every individual is an "individualization of the One Spirit".

    • Inherent Divine Nature: This means every human has an "indwelling Spirit," a spark of the Universal Mind, connecting them to its creative power, wisdom, and guidance. 

• Creative Power of Thought (Mental Causation): According to the teaching, an individual's thoughts, feelings, and beliefs directly influence their life experiences. Positive thoughts can attract positive outcomes, while negative thoughts can create hardship.

  • • Thoughts create reality: A foundational principle is that thoughts are not passive but active, creative forces that shape an individual's personal experiences. The Universal Mind operates through a universal law, which receives the "direct impress" of our thoughts and acts upon it, bringing our beliefs into tangible form.

    •  Law of Cause and Effect: This spiritual law functions much like a natural law, where every action and thought has a consequence. By consciously choosing positive thoughts, beliefs, and intentions, individuals can deliberately shape their reality for the better.

    • Taking responsibility: This teaching emphasizes that an individual's dominant thought patterns and beliefs, whether conscious or subconscious, are responsible for their life circumstances. By changing one's thinking, one can change their life. 

• Personal empowerment and potential: At our core we are inherently and unshakably good. Divine Love is right where you are, and infinite possibilities are always available to you. The qualities of the Divine are reflected in who we are at the core of our being. This is true for everyone!

  • Personal growth: Through spiritual practices like meditation and treatment, individuals can raise their level of consciousness, overcome self-imposed limitations, and participate in their ongoing spiritual evolution. 

  • Accessing spiritual power: Science of Mind asserts that every person can directly access and use the creative power of the universe. The teaching is that there is a "power for good in the universe and you can use it".

  • Heaven is a state of mind: Rather than a physical place, heaven is seen as an inner state of conscious awareness of one's true nature. By consciously aligning with the goodness and oneness of life, individuals can experience this "heaven" on Earth.

• Affirmative Prayer or Spiritual Mind Treatment: This is a specific, five-step form of affirmative prayer used to consciously change one's thoughts and beliefs. The goal is to bring one's mind into harmony with the Universal Mind to manifest positive results. The core concepts of the Science of Mind philosophy provide a framework for understanding and consciously co-creating one's life. Ernest Holmes synthesized these ideas to empower individuals to apply spiritual principles directly to their lives. The central tenets include: 

  • • Active, not passive prayer: Unlike petitionary prayer, which asks a higher power for intervention, a Spiritual Mind Treatment is an affirmative prayer. It is a deliberate, structured practice used to align one's own consciousness with spiritual law to manifest a desired outcome.

The five steps: This method involves five key steps:

1.    Recognition: Acknowledging that there is only one universal presence, or God.

2.    Unification: Recognizing one's own oneness with this universal presence.

3.    Realization: Declaring the desired outcome as a present-day reality, speaking it into existence with conviction.

4.    Thanksgiving: Expressing gratitude for the outcome, as if it has already occurred.

5.    Release: Releasing the thought to the Universal Mind with trust and certainty.