A Course in Miracles (ACIM) is a mind training a course in miracles program that helps us to find and develop our True Self. It is a proven, direct method for restoring communication with God.
A Course in Miracles unleashes the power of miracles into our lives. It guides you to a personal spiritual experience, that will transform your life and leave you feeling empowered and at peace.
What is ACIM?
ACIM is the acronym for A Course in Miracles, a spiritual and psychological text published in 1976 by Helen Schucman. It has sold more than two million copies worldwide and is translated into 25 foreign languages.
In its core, ACIM challenges significant elements of contemporary Christian religion, arguing that Jesus did not die on the cross but rather rose from the dead to establish a higher consciousness. It focuses on the power of forgiveness as an essential and instantaneous practice that transforms attitudes, behavior, and relationships.
While ACIM uses some Christian language, its metaphysics are more aligned with Eastern mysticism than traditional Western religion. Its ideas about the human personality and its relationship with the divine are more similar to those of Hinduism than to Christianity.
It also insists that the physical world is an illusion, a belief shared by many other spiritual paths. The Course emphasizes that the physical world is a figment of our imagination, and it calls for a complete reversal of our perception to embrace spirit as the only reality and the physical world as a dream.
A Course in Miracles is a major influence on the growing number of people who consider themselves to be “spiritual but not religious,” a movement that has been growing rapidly in the United States and Western Europe.
There are many books, courses and websites available on ACIM to help people study the material. There are also several accredited churches influenced by the teaching, although no one keeps track of the number of members in these loose associations.
The film A Course in Miracles Unleashed presents a 4-part documentary film about the experience of over 100 ordinary men and women who were transformed by the mind training program of Jesus in his Course in Miracles. It is a must-see for those who are interested in spiritual enlightenment.
ACIM Lessons
A Course in Miracles, or ACIM, is a series of lessons that can help you engage with a new perspective of the world around you. It is designed to help you release your past judgments and beliefs in order to see the world in a new light.
These lessons can be difficult to apply to our daily lives, but they can also have a profound effect on our quality of life. The key is to take the time to practice these mind healing exercises, allowing the material to flow through you as it will naturally do.
The lessons are accompanied by an array of other interesting and fun activities. These include a meditation on the book's cover, a song composed by James Twyman and YouTube links to some of his other great work, a "top ten" list of the most important and interesting concepts from ACIM and many other fun games.
Using the text and workbook together, and in conjunction with other resources such as this website and online community, is the most effective way to experience the power of ACIM for yourself. You will not only find a wealth of information here, but you'll also be able to connect with others who have made this journey before you.
For those looking to get a little more serious about their study of ACIM, we offer a free monthly online group discussion with long-time ACIM facilitators Carol and Dan Maynard. The discussions are held once a month at 4pm Pacific, or by email at the email address below, with no fee but a generous donation of love offerings welcomed.
ACIM Meditations
When it comes to a day at the office, the mobile phone and the treadmill, it’s tough to find time to spare for meditative enlightenment. The 8 short and sweet curated media worthy meditations in this collection are the perfect complement to your busy social calendar. A well-crafted meditation of this caliber can make your day a little less stressful and much more fun. Whether you’re looking to shake up your daily routine or you’re a committed ACIM student, these short and sweet meditations are sure to delight and woo you. The best part about it all is that you can do them in the comfort of your home or on the go via a USB device and your favorite audio or video conferencing app.
ACIM Exercises
ACIM offers students a series of exercises to help them develop the ability to see things from a different perspective. It also provides them with an opportunity to release their past judgments and beliefs.
The purpose of the exercises is to train the mind to a new perception, and to increase its ability to generalize that new perception to every person, situation or thing in which it happens to find itself. This is possible only if the exercises are practiced with great specificity, as will be indicated.
Each exercise focuses on a single idea for the day, and consists of applying that idea to as many specifics as you can think of. The exercise should be done with your eyes open, so that you can notice how the idea changes your perception of a given situation. It should be done in a variety of situations, and in the presence of people or things you find meaningful.
It is important to be aware that some of the ideas presented in these exercises may be quite difficult or even startling to you. You will need to practice them with patience, and be willing to allow yourself to judge them for what they are, rather than judging them for the way you feel about them.
If you have any difficulties with these exercises, or if you are not sure you are a good candidate for them, then ask someone for help. You can also contact a member of the Pathways of Light staff, who will be happy to assist you with your workbook lessons.
To be sure to get the most out of your workbook, it is important to read the entire text of the book. This is essential to decoding the uniquely defined terminology of ACIM.
You can then begin to understand why Jesus created this course and what its purposes are. He wanted to give people an opportunity to experience the love that exists and can be known if only they would learn how to access it.
You can use the workbook exercises to assist you in discovering and releasing any blocks that are impeding your ability to apply A Course in Miracles to your daily life. These blocks can include fear, doubt or a tendency to judge other people, as well as a desire to be "right."
