Jordan Canon
Spiritual Advisor
The New Deadly Sins - Jordan Canon Spiritual Advisor
Learn How to Harness the Energy of the New Deadly Sins and Achieve the Future You Want to Experience by Improving the Quality of Your Relationships
The concept of the Seven Deadly Sins originated in Christian theology as a way to identify and warn against certain vices and behaviors that are considered detrimental to one's spiritual well-being. The purpose of this concept was to help individuals recognize and avoid these sins, which were believed to lead to moral and spiritual decay.
The Seven Deadly Sins include pride, greed, lust, envy, gluttony, wrath, and sloth, and they were seen as obstacles to living a virtuous and righteous life according to Christian teachings.
The idea was to encourage self-reflection and personal growth by recognizing and overcoming these sinful tendencies. Each deadly sin, as is the case of all spiritual energy according to the spiritual law of Yin-Yang, has an exact opposite energy. These energies are called virtues. In any given situation, you choose (by the spiritual law of free will) to react by harnessing either a deadly sin (temptation) or a virtue.
While there is no specific date when the Seven Deadly Sins as a specific list can be found in the writings of Pope Gregory the Great in the late 6th century. Obviously, much has changed since then. both from the viewpoint of our own evolution and the environment we have created together. The power of temptation evolves equally as we do, so you can expect there to be new methods of energy designed to take us away from the path of the light.
The universe chuckles at the thought of Seven Deadly Sins, and is equally disappointed in our overall inability to know, learn, and implement the value of just seven. Times have changed since the 6th century, and so has Temptation's tools to maintain an equal balance of power with your evolution. There are many more, which I add as we move along.
New Deadly Sins to Learn, Implement, and Teach to Evolve Your Soul
Judgment, New Deadly Sin
I think of judgment as the 8th deadly sin. I believe that reviewing your actions, accomplishments, and the speed at which those events occurred are essential to constantly fine-tuning the progress of your spiritual evolution. Judgment in the form of being negatively critical of yourself or others “punishes” instead of motivates.
The reason for developing a skill of personal evaluation isn’t just vital to your progress while you have time here. It will define the intensity, accuracy, and value when it’s your time to participate in your judgment day. Scary to imagine the potential outcome of a lesser developed skill matched with the universal law that you create your own hell.
The Virtue for Judgment
The opposite virtue energy of judgment is acceptance.
Rather than forming opinions or making critical assessments, an individual who exercises the opposite of judgment aims to approach situations or individuals without bias and preconceived notions. It involves being understanding, empathetic, and non-judgmental. This mindset can be helpful in promoting empathy, compassion, and fostering healthy relationships.
Violence, New Deadly Sin
Anger (Wrath) was said to be the most dangerous deadly sin because it the only one that can kill. In today's world anger isn't required to impose violence.
Violence refers to the use of physical force or power to cause harm, injury, or damage. It can encompass a wide range of behaviors and actions. There are several types of violence, including:
Physical violence - This involves physical force, such as hitting, kicking, or pushing someone, resulting in bodily harm or injury.
- Psychological or emotional violence - This form of violence aims to harm a person's mental well-being through threats, intimidation, humiliation, or controlling behaviors.
- Sexual violence - It includes any non-consensual sexual act or behavior, such as rape, sexual assault, harassment, or coercion.
- Domestic violence - This refers to violence that occurs within intimate relationships, involving partners or family members. It can be physical, emotional, sexual, or economic in nature.
- Verbal violence - This involves the use of language or words to threaten, insult, or belittle someone, causing emotional harm or distress.
- Cyber violence - In the digital age, violence can also occur through online platforms, including cyberbullying, harassment, or threats made over the internet or social media.
These are just a few examples, and violence can manifest in various forms and contexts. It is important to promote non-violence and work towards creating a safer and more peaceful society.
The Virtue for Violence
The opposite virtue for violence is peace. Nonviolence encompasses principles such as compassion, understanding, and conflict resolution without resorting to physical force or harm. It promotes dialogue, empathy, and non-aggression as means of addressing conflicts and finding peaceful resolutions.
Manipulation, New Deadly Sin
Manipulation refers to the act of controlling or influencing someone or something in an artful or clever manner, often for personal gain or to achieve a specific outcome. It can involve using various strategies, tactics, or techniques to deceive, exploit, or undermine others.
There are different types of manipulation that can occur in different contexts, including:
- Emotional manipulation - This involves exploiting someone's emotions, insecurities, or vulnerabilities to control their thoughts, behaviors, or decisions. It can include guilt-tripping, gaslighting, or playing with one's feelings.
- Manipulative behavior in relationships - This can involve tactics such as manipulation through lies, withholding information, or attempting to control the actions and decisions of a partner.
- Manipulation in the workplace - This can manifest as manipulative tactics by employers or colleagues to gain control, exert power, or manipulate others for personal or professional benefit.
- Manipulation through media - This refers to the deliberate crafting of information or narratives by media outlets or individuals with an agenda to sway public opinion or influence social discourse.
- Manipulation in advertising and marketing - Companies or advertisers may use persuasive techniques, exaggerations, or misleading information to manipulate consumer perceptions and influence purchasing decisions.
These are just a few examples, but manipulation can occur in various aspects of life. It's important to be aware of these tactics and develop critical thinking skills to recognize and respond appropriately when encountering manipulative behavior.
The Virtue for Manipulation
The opposite virtue energy of manipulation is transparency. Manipulation often involves deceit or influencing others in a hidden or unfair way, so the opposite would be to act honestly and openly, without trying to control or deceive others. It's important to establish trust and maintain clear communication to avoid manipulation in relationships and interactions.
Fraud, Deadly Sin
Fraud refers to deceptive or dishonest activities performed by individuals or organizations to gain an unfair advantage or cause harm to others. It involves intentional misrepresentation, false statements, or misleading actions with the intent to deceive someone for personal gain.
There are various types of fraud, including:
Alias fraud or Identity theft - This involves using someone else's personal information without their consent to commit fraudulent activities.
- Catfishing - Refers to the act of creating a false online identity, usually on social media platforms or dating apps, with the intention of deceiving others.
- Credit card fraud - It entails unauthorized use of someone's credit card information for personal gain, often by making fraudulent purchases.
- Insurance fraud - This occurs when individuals provide false information or inflate claims to obtain insurance payouts they are not entitled to.
- Investment fraud - This includes scams that deceive investors by making false promises or providing misleading information to trick them into investing in fraudulent schemes.
- Wire fraud - It involves using electronic communication, such as phone calls or email, to deceive victims into sending money or personal information to the fraudster.
- Ponzi scheme - It is a fraudulent investment scheme where funds from new investors are used to pay returns to existing investors, creating the illusion of profits. These schemes eventually collapse when there are not enough new investors to sustain it.
- Internet fraud - This encompasses various fraudulent activities conducted online, such as phishing scams, online shopping scams, or fake websites designed to trick individuals into providing personal information or making fraudulent payments.
- Tax fraud - It involves intentionally providing false or misleading information on tax returns to avoid paying taxes or obtain unauthorized refunds.
These are just a few examples, and fraud can manifest in various forms depending on the methods and intentions of the fraudster. It's important to stay vigilant and be aware of potential fraudulent activities to protect oneself from being a victim.
The Virtue for Fraud
The opposite virtue energy for fraud is integrity. Fraud involves deception, misrepresentation, or deceit for personal gain, while its opposite, integrity, involves openness, truthfulness, and adherence to ethical standards. It is important to act with integrity and honesty in both personal and professional interactions to maintain trust and foster healthy relationships.
Distain or Hatred, Deadly Sin
"Distain" is actually a variation of the word "disdain," which means to view or treat something with contempt or a lack of respect. It describes a feeling of strong dislike or scorn towards someone or something. For example, if you distain someone's opinions, you hold them in contempt or consider them unworthy of your respect.
Distain, also known as hatred or animosity, refers to a strong negative emotional response towards someone or something. It can arise from a variety of factors, including personal experiences, cultural influences, and learned behaviors. While hatred is a complex emotion, people can develop it for various reasons. Here are a few different types of distain:
- Personal Distain - This type of hatred is specific to an individual and often stems from personal experiences or conflicts. It can result from deep-seated resentment, betrayal, or perceived harm caused by someone.
- Group Distain - Group hatred refers to a strong negative sentiment towards a particular group of people based on factors such as race, religion, ethnicity, or nationality. It can be fueled by prejudice, stereotypes, historical conflicts, or ideological differences.
- Ideological Distain - This form of hatred arises from opposing or incompatible beliefs and viewpoints. It can occur in political, religious, or philosophical contexts, leading to deep-seated animosity between individuals or groups.
- Cultural Distain - Cultural hatred involves animosity towards a particular culture, including its traditions, practices, or values. It can stem from cultural misunderstandings, ethnocentrism, or cultural clashes.
- Self-directed Distain - Sometimes, individuals develop an intense dislike or self-hatred towards themselves. This can be due to feelings of guilt, shame, low self-esteem, or perceived personal failures.
It's important to note that hate is a complex emotion influenced by various psychological, sociological, and environmental factors. Understanding and addressing hatred often involve promoting empathy, education, and fostering understanding between individuals and groups.
The Virtue for Distain
The opposite virtue energy of disdain is respect. Respect is a positive regard or esteem towards someone or something. Admiration is also a related concept, expressing a high level of approval, appreciation, or reverence.
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