The Lessons Learned from "Black Convicts"

Ok, right off the bat, no I’m not referring to “African American criminals”…I’m referring to the fish, Archocentrus Nigrofaciatus!

“Black Convict” is the common name for a silvery, black-striped Cichlid. Although this popular, (3rd behind, Oscars and Angelfish) prolific, aquarium fish only grows to about 5-6 inches tops, (and that’s in a large tank) they pack a whallop that is unrivaled in the aquarium world.

I’d had a 20 gal. aquarium for years, with a group of 6, high-fin tetras (black widows), an algea eater and a couple of baby Black Oscars. One of the Oscars mysteriously passed after several months, but I’ve had the rest of the fish for over five years now, which I think is pretty good, considering I’m just a casual “hobbyist.”

Unfortunately, through an accident that we don’t need to get into here, I had to purchase another aquarium. So naturally, I figured I may as well move up in the fish world, so I bought my cousin Mike’s 50 gal. aquarium that he was selling.

Since I now had a bigger tank, I could have more fish! Yeah! So, to round out my assortment, I bought a couple of Jack Dempseys, a couple of other cichlids and I just happened to purchase a pair (male and female) of, “black convict” cichlids, not knowing exactly what I was getting into.

Well, fast forward three months and five-hundred babies later to the present! And no, I’m not kidding! They’ve had two sets of babies; the first set numbering around 200 and the second about 300 in number! I still have about 150 of the “frye” as they are called, that I separated into a couple of ten gal. tanks.

Now, in all fairness, the fish guy at the pet store warned me that they would probably mate, if the conditions were right, (sound familiar?) But, I figured what would my chances be, since I was just a “hobbyist,” you know, I don’t check the water “ph” like I should and I don’t do the proper water changes when I’m supposed to etc.

Apparently, the proper “conditions” for black convicts to mate is:

1. Buy a pair of convicts, and

2. Add food!

But, the lessons that I learned from them are:

 1. How unbelievably prolific fish can be and,

2. I learned that…ATTITUDE IS EVERYTHING!

The thing is that Black Convicts are the bad-asses of the aquarium world! They are normally very territorial by nature, however when they are spawning or mating, they defend their mate and babies with their lives! And they take on all comers, no matter what size…(including your hand!)

My convicts are about three and four inches respectively, (the males are usually the bigger of the two.) I’ve seen stand-offs between the male convict (aptly named Ivan) and the Oscar, which is about 4 inches longer, or twice his size and the convict always stands his ground!

They MUST have their space! My fifty gallon aquarium is now divided almost in half by an invisible force-field like wall, now known as the “wall of terror!”  Whenever another fish happens to wander into the “forbidden zone,” the convicts often puff up their chest and flare out their gills out to make themselves appear larger.

It’s really hilarious in a macabre kinda way, because all of the other fish stay on their “side” of the aquarium, or else! I’ve since learned after a litle more research that black convicts are a distant cousin of the piranha…and I believe it! I call them, ”pit-bulls!”

The lesson that I learned though, is that attitude is everything! Size has absolutely nothing to do with effectiveness, or ability to produce, protect, or defend! IT’S ALL ABOUT ATTITDE! 

Just ask the Black Convicts!

Keep your Head Up!

Ambrose

The Power of Phase Transition

The power of “phase transition,” is a part of the inherent power that we as human beings were given in the beginning, by our Source. 

Due to the fact that God said: “Let us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness,” (Gen 1:26 KJV) I believe it’s fair to say that it also means we are made up of the same basic elements or, “constituents”  (tisssue, blood, bones, brain, etc.) that the human personification, (Jesus) was also made up of. 

(Note* I don’t want this to start sounding like a “Bible Study,” because I’m not ashamed to say that I’m not very religious at all! I’m very Spiritual, but not very ”religious;” there is a difference you know. However, I think that the Bible is still, “The Greatest Story Ever Told,” as well as the best personal guide and “Success Manual” ever written! But, I digress…)

So also, according to that same paragraph above, God said: “Let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over the cattle, over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth.”

I don’t know about you, but to me that sounds like we’re the, “Head Honcho’s” around here! Because, it goes on, God blessed us and said: “Be fruitful and multiply; fill the earth and subdue it.” That can only mean one thing: “To be profitable, have plenty of children, and take control and care of the world!

Now, I don’t want to rile the “religious” folks out there that are of the, “Meek shall inherit the earth” crew that still believe that the above mention of “being fruitful” could mean” farming“, or “having kids” or something else besides making tons of MONEY, but to me it means to: “MAKE TONS OF MONEY!

Why do I say that? Because in the American Heritage Dictionary, there are two definitions for the word, “frutiful,”

1. “To produce fruit”, and

2. “Producing results; profitable.”

Now, there are those that may loosely translate, “to produce fruit” into meaning, “farming or again, having more children.” But, do you think God would say to, “Go out and have babies…and make babies? I don’t think so. Because of that and since we aren’t trees, that rules out definition #1.

I think that we’ve proven that God blessed us in the very begining of creation and that He wants us to procreate, (have babies or, “multiply“) be happy, rich and powerful, (“be frutiful, and subdue the earth”).

Now, do you think for one moment that He would give us all of these blessings and directions which also carry certain responsibilities without giving us certain tools to bring it all to fruition?

Of course He wouldn’t!

We are talking about God here, you know! So, what “gifts” did He give us that He didn’t give the lower forms of life, i.e. plants , animals, etc? He gave us (humans) the power of a mind…intelligence…the power to think and through that power, He also gave us volition, or the power of choice, called free will.

Through this immense gift, we have the innate ability to control and change our lives through the use of various tools (universal laws) that aid us in ”phase transitions” and other natural anomalies. 

What is a Phase Transition?

A phase transition is simply when matter changes from one form to another. 

A very simple example is water. If you freeze water, a liquid, it changes or transits into a solid…or ice. If you heat the ice up enough it will transit from a solid, back to a liquid and then if you add more heat, it will turn into a gas…or steam.

That type of phase transition happens because of a temperature change.  The matter changes or has a transition from one form or phase to another.

But, there are many other ways of producing a phase transition. We now know from Quantum Mechanics that humans have the power to make phase transitions through the proper usage of  “thought” energy.  How?

I thought you’d never ask! Click here to continue to Thought Gardening.

For more information on some of the main visualization and manifestation tools that I use for phase transitions on a daily basis, check out this powerful, free e-book:

The Principles of Successful Manifesting

If you have any questions, please feel free to leave a comment. I will be answering the most FAQ’s on a limited basis.

Make the Transition!

Ambrose

The Workable Form

The “Workable Form” that was referred to in the post on Judge Thomas Troward, has been written…part of it is called:

The Bible!

It’s been called the, “Greatest Story Ever Told!”  But, what most people seem to fail to realize is that The Bible is also the greatest Positive Thinking “Psychology” book, “Universal Law Guide” and “Ultimate Success Manual,” ever written too!

Universal Law and the Bible

Some of the Universal Laws are taken directly from the Bible: The passage, ”You reap what you sow,” is the same as “The Law of Cause and Effect” , “The Law of Love” is arguably the basis of the Bible…(God is Love)

I’ve said time and again, that if we simply followed “The Law of Love” to the unconditional letter, we wouldn’t need any of the other universal laws! So, if you’re concerned with self-improvement and you’re looking for a “Workable Form,” the very first book you need to read and adhere to is, the “The Bible!

I know, the Bible isn’t the easiest book to read, but don’t let that be an excuse, (like I did for years!) There are “student” versions, children’s versions and New International Versions that are much easier to read and comprehend. Remember, it’s the message that counts, not how you get it!

Check out the first part of  Chapter One, taken from one of Troward’s classics: “Bible Mystery and Bible Meaning”

“The Bible is the Book of Emancipation of Man. The emancipation of man means his delivery from sorrow and sickness, from poverty, struggle and uncertainty, from ignorance and limitation, and finally from death itself. This may appear to be what the colloquialism of the day would call “a tall order”, but nevertheless it is impossible to read the Bible with a mind unwarped by antecedent conceptions derived from traditional interpretation without seeing that this is exactly what it promises, and that it professes to contain the secret whereby this happy condition of perfect liberty may be attained. “

The “Other Workable Forms”

The other “Workable Forms” for success are in: 

• Finding your Soul Purpose. 
• Not only studying, but absorbing, assimilating and living by Universal Laws and,
• Utilizing Metaphysics, the Mental Sciences and Quantum Theory into your thought processes and your life.

It’s the most powerful, one-two-three punch in existence!

If you have any questions, please feel free to leave a comment. I will be answering the most FAQ’s on a limited basis.

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Use Your Power!

Ambrose

The Law Of Cause and Effect

The Law of Cause and Effect is the universal and Spiritual law that states that you “Reap what you sow.” Another way of saying it is, “What goes around comes around.”

I want you to understand that these universal laws are immutable and binding, whether we know them or not, whether we believe them or not, or whether we understand them or not. Doesn’t it make complete sense to learn them and learn how to utilize them, since they are active in our lives regardless?

The law of Cause and Effect is probably one of the better known universal laws. It is the law that signifies that if you plant a corn kernel, then a corn plant will sprout…and not a rose bush. It’s just another way for the universe  to help Mother Nature in keeping the natural “order” of things.

Could you imagine how chaotic life would be for a farmer, if he had no clue as to what kind of plants would sprout from his seed? What if a peanut farmer planted a yardfull of what he thought were peanuts, just to find out that watermelons were sprouting up everywhere?

I know that sounds crazy (in the plant world), but we do it all the time with our lives? We constantly plant subconscious cactuses in our mind, but expect beautiful rose bushes to grow and flourish in our lives!

The problem is that some people don’t even realize that they themselves are their biggest enemy! It’s not the government, your lack of education, your job, or your family’s fault for your lack of success, it’ s simply that little voice in the back of your head (your subconsciousness) telling you that you’re not smart enough, or worthy enough, in one way or another.

Self-denial, self doubt, self-defeat and low self-esteem, are the biggest detractors of success known to mankind. How do I know? Because I grew up in probably one of the most positive, nurturing, environments I could’ve possibly asked for and yet, I still used to succomb to those very same thoughts and feelings of doubt.

I can’t imagine the changes someone must go through who wasn’t as fortunate as I was to have a loving environment to grow up in. But, the great thing is that it your past doesn’t really matter…all that matters is today! Once I changed my mindset…it changed my life!

The Real Deal

Here’s the real deal. These universal laws aren’t just cliches, “feel good” sayings, or great Biblical quotes to try to live by. They are real! They are valid and they work! All you have to do is choose to learn and utilize them!

I know, it almost sounds too good to be true and we all know what they say about things that, “sound too good to be true”…they usually aren’t true! But, what have you got to lose by trying them? A few minutes of your time? Isn’t your life worth a few minutes of your time?

Since we have established that everything in existence started with a thought, I think it’s time to reveal the other important variables of  Cause and Effect (which has the same characteristics as the Law of Attraction) and that is:

Feelings

While thought is the seed of creation, feelings are the engine that drives the thought to where it needs to go to materialize, or manifest itself. For example, if you think a thought, let’s just say you want a new dress. You’ve seen a red dress in a store that you like.

First of all, you probably won’t attract that dress through Quantum Creative Manifestation (QCM). How can I say that already, at this point?  Because you simply “like” the dress. For QCM to work properly using the law of cause and effect, you have to first be in love with the dress!

Ok, let’s say that you’re in LOVE with a dress that you saw in your favorite store (Dillard”s) window. That’s the proper starting point! But, you notice that the dress is a little pricey. So, in attempting to attract the dress using the law of cause and effect and positive thinking, you start to think about ways that you can acquire or manifest the dress.

Since you’re familiar with the process and power of visualization, you put a picture of the dress up on your refrigerator, or vision board. You look at the picture and wish you had the dress, almost every day. But still, after several weeks, or months…nothing happens. What’s wrong? How come your dress isn’t in your closet?

Well, nothing is wrong…you’re on the right track. It just takes more than looking and wishing for QCM to work properly and efficiently. Looking and wishing simply prepares your mind for the seed/thought to sprout. It takes feelings and emotions to drive the thought/seed into materialization in the real world.

The deeper and stronger the feelings, (i.e. purpose, emotions, dreams, intentions, desires, reasons, missions, positive energy, etc) that you give the object in question, the quicker the object will manifest itself. This is directly because of the law of Cause and Effect and indirectly because of the other universal laws.

For speedy manifestation of the dress using QCM, you need to:

• Imagine how you would feel in the dress,
• Imagine how you would look in the dress;
• Imagine seeing yourself at the functions that you would wear the dress to;
• Imagine hearing the great compliments that the people are giving you about, “how great you look “in the dress;
• Imagine how you are going to “accessorize” the dress;
• Imagine how the dress blows in the wind as you walk down the street;
• Imagine how many “dates” you’re going to attract  with the dress…etc. etc.

I hope you get the bigger picture now!

The more feeling and emotion or creative positive energy that you put into a project, idea, or goal no matter what it is, the more you’ll get out of it. It’s simply a matter of  ”give and receive.”  

I have a “secret weapon” that I use to drastically speed up the manifestation process. For more information on some of the main visualization and manifestation tools that I use daily, check out this powerful, free e-book:

The Principles of Successful Manifesting

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Live Your Dreams!

Ambrose

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