Saturday, July 28, 2007

Tellin' It Like It Is

At first glance, the name of my blog may not seem fitting for Chinese metaphysics. The different media types paint a distorted picture of angelic proportions where bliss is floating around in abundance, leading one to believe that there is more spiritual energy than air pollution circulating in our atmosphere. In reality, this view is very biased and things are not quite as these folks portray. If the true nature of spirituality as it is being practiced today were revealed to the masses; there is little doubt that the gurus, masters, pundits, teachers, etc. would quickly find themselves out of work and standing in the unemployment line. Perhaps now you may begin to get a glimps and understand why they must promote spirituality in an extremely exaggerated manner. Given the choice of "feeding the family" or "standing in the welfare line", which do you believe most would choose ? Almost all students, when confronted with this dilema will admit that, "yes, things are out of balance in this field, so thank heavens that I have a genuine master and not a false one". Every student has convinced themselves that they are blessed to have the only genuine master on the planet. This biased perspective actually stunts the growth of the student to eventually develop into genuine masters themselves. In my opinion, it is one of the reasons the world lacks true masters.

Tellin' It Like It Is will attempt to bring back into balance the distorted messages that have been implanted in our conciousness. Many may not like what they hear...and many may love it, but I do believe it must be told. I have practiced Chinese metaphysics for many years at a profoundly deep level and from the beginning I promised myself not to get involved in the exaggerated promotions and outlandish claims that seemed to be the norm in the field. This decision has caused me to remain financially lacking but spiritually true. Overall, I believe it was a wise choice and do not regret it. Being truthful can many times create enemies along the way, but I would rather tell the Sad Truth than a Happy Lie.

I will share many of the discoveries I have made over the years, along with insights and revelations I have gained. You will read things you have never read or heard of before and I will always be Tellin' It Like It Is to the very best of my knowledge. Thanks for stopping by my blog and I do hope you enjoy the tour .

16 comments:

Peter Leung said...

Hi, Andy,

Bravo!!!!

You are doing the right thing with the right cause for Chinese metaphysics.
It's so sad to witness the current state of bogus marketing scheme from the majority of feng shui teachers in the world. However I believe there are different stages in the history of Chinese metaphysics growth compared to Shao Yung's view on Chinese history of 3 Huang 5 Di 3 Wang 5 Bai (barbarian state).
Shao Yung said : When everyone talks about ethics, moral, uprighteousness, the world will be in good order and governable. When everyone talks about money, fame and adantages, the world will be chaotics.
Alas, how many of those teachers/masters are true to Chinese metaphysics without the intention for money and fame?
How many of these teachers/masters realize their own inadequacy in metaphysics knowledge?
How many of these teachers/masters
can confidently tell the public if they know what metaphysics are about?
How many of these teachers/masters truly have the heart for metaphysics, the heart for their students and the heart for the general publics?

Best regards,

Peter Leung

Tony_Tan@Harmony said...

Dear Andy,

This is indeed going to be very refreshing!

I will be a faithful sufer here and I hope I would be able to contribute some little light from this little candle from time to time.

My respects for your courage.

Truly,
Tony

Unknown said...

Hi Andy,

I like to hear the truth and nothing but the truth. May the force be with you...

quahbkc

Andy Nicola said...

Hi Peter -

To see your comment as the first response on my blog indicates to me that the universe is speaking. I see it as a very good sign. It gives me encouragment and lets me know that my efforts are not wasted. Thank you kindly for your comments.

Very Best Wishes

Andy

Andy Nicola said...

Dear Tony -

It is a true pleasure to see your comments as I have always held you and your knowledge in very high regards. It is my great good fortune to have you offer contributions to my blog. Your candle is bigger and brighter than you may humbly admit...to me, it truly shines beyond measure.

Best Wishes Always

Andy

Andy Nicola said...

Hello Quahbkc -

I don't believe I know you but I do hope to see you here often and become friends with you. Thank you for your words and rest assured that on this blog you will hear the truth and nothing but the truth.

May the force be also with you.

Andy

indirakshee2001 said...

Namaste,

All the best! Will stop by regularly and will also pass on this news to other people too.,

regards.,

indirakshee2001 said...

Namaste,

All the best! Will stop by regularly and will also pass on this news to other people too.,

regards.,

Andy Nicola said...

Indirakshee2001 -

Will be looking forward to your visits and thank you very much for passing this blog to other people.

My Best To You

Andy

Anonymous said...

Hi Andy,
Congratulations & celebrations!
I congratulated you on Peter's site since I'm not quite sure I know how to use the blog! :-)
(Guess...I'm the only one, but see how easy can one pass by ....the truth?)
I'm looking forward to reading interesting and exciting things on Chinese Metaphysics.
Kind regards,
Michelle

Anonymous said...

hello Andy
this is truly what is needed open truthful discussions without a hidden agenda. An open mind is still learning.Look forward to refreshing truth.
Marcia

Andy Nicola said...

Hello Michelle and Marcia -

Thank you both for your responses. I look forward to sharing information on Chinese metaphysics with both of you. Hope to see you here often.

Very Best Wishes

Andy

Anonymous said...

Hi Andy,

Bravo,I salute you
I will visit your blog each time i switch on my computer.Although we do not know each other for long,i think we share the same interest,to keep those fishman away from the polluting the sea.God bless you
Take care

with best regards
KWwong

Andy Nicola said...

Hi KW Wong -

It is very nice to hear your reply. It is quite a pleasure and very comforting to see that there are people out there like you who want to clean up the polluted waters. With dedicated efforts, the time for many of the fishermen may be comming to an end and the fish may then be liberated and swim about freely without fear of getting hooked. Yes, there is no doubt that you and I share the same interest. We both want to look at a crystal clear blue sea. Thank You for your reply.

May Good Fortune Be Always With You

Andy

yeshi said...

Hi Andy,
Certainly to tell the whole thruth is always very painful.What is most important is you have the peace of mind and heart.
I will remember what you said,"This decision has cause me to remain financially lacking but spiritually true" which really speaks for many truly past Masters.
Keep it up and I hope to contribute later.
Best regards,
yeshi

Andy Nicola said...

Hello Yeshi -

Your words are very comforting. Thank you for your comments. You are absolutely correct in saying that the truth can be painful. You would not believe some of the things I went through over the years by posting the truth about what is happening in Chinese metaphysics. Many people who have felt threatened have tried to make me look like an incompetent liar, a slanderer, a drug addict, etc. to stop me from writing. Truth is I have never taken a drug in my life, I never drank, don't smoke, don't eat junk food, etc. Most would be very bored with my life. Thanks again for stopping by. Hope you'll be back often and looking forward to some of your contributions.

Very Best Wishes

Andy