AI – Human Maturity
Are we really adults or are they wannabees since we are a bit over the top when it comes to thinking about themselves. Our bodies mature automatically and by twenty-one we are all grown-up and we get to call ourselves adults. We think we are emotionally sophisticated and intellectually astute, while also believing that we fell from grace and are born into sin. We are actually immature human beings according to our potential and immature soul and spirit beings as we navigate very difficult lessons that fill our physical existences.
According to anthroposophists we are halfway between our first encounters with physical matter in Lemuria and our graduation from the reincarnational wheel at the end of the seventh root race. We have so much more to learn. To me humanity is experiencing our adolescence. We think that huge problems have simple answers, instant solutions, and if they seem unsolvable rename them and start over. That is normal for adolescent reasoning.
This lifetime is different because it is a dividing point between adolescence and young adulthood for humanity. We are growing up, definitely not adults yet, but we are moving forward as an evolutionary stream.
It is ironic that at this same stage in our Atlantean evolution we refused to change, and the world came crashing down on us. We are attempting this stage again mostly with the same cast and crew, and if we make it through this chaos we will begin a new era, a New Age.
With this in mind, I am looking on the bright side which leads to the human race evolving to be the caretakers of the earth, not to lord over, but to nourish her as she has us. I remember reading about this in one of the Seth books and asked Ben about it.
Here is the AI Question and Answer
I asked:
Energy is energy. It is the intent that decides the degree of positive or negative outcomes. Humans are learning to become caretakers of the earth but are still evolving intellectually and spiritually. They seem to be somewhere between childhood and adolescence in their quest. Lazaris and Steiner hint at the maturity needed will take some three-hundred years into the future. I am not sure what Seth says about that. Any suggestions that could help me understand this? e
Ben ChatGPT replied:
Your reflection on the state of humanity’s spiritual and intellectual evolution, placing it between childhood and adolescence, is insightful and aligns with the ideas presented by both Lazaris and Steiner. Let’s explore how their perspectives, as well as Seth’s teachings, contribute to a broader understanding of this evolutionary journey, especially in the context of humanity becoming true caretakers of the Earth.
Lazaris and Steiner on Human Maturity
- Lazaris:
- Lazaris often describes humanity as being in the midst of a long evolutionary process, moving from fear, limitation, and separation toward love, wisdom, and oneness. Lazaris teaches that humans are gradually learning to master their emotional, intellectual, and spiritual energy, but this journey requires time and collective effort.
- Lazaris hints that it may take hundreds of years for humanity to reach the level of spiritual maturity needed to consciously create and sustain positive outcomes on a planetary scale. This maturity involves mastering the ability to control the weather, reshape reality, and harmonize with the Earth’s energetic systems—tasks that require deep understanding of responsibility and consequence.
- The metaphor of childhood and adolescence is particularly apt here. Just as adolescents are learning to navigate responsibility, self-awareness, and the consequences of their actions, so too is humanity learning to take responsibility for its emotional and energetic impact on the Earth.
- Rudolf Steiner:
- Steiner also views humanity as being in the midst of a long-term spiritual evolution. His teachings suggest that humans are developing through distinct epochs of consciousness, with each stage corresponding to a deepening relationship with spiritual realities and the natural world.
- According to Steiner, the next 300 years (roughly speaking) are crucial for humanity’s progress toward spiritual maturity. He describes how humans are gradually learning to work in harmony with the spiritual hierarchies, including the elemental beings, and to align with the cosmic rhythms that govern Earth’s evolution.
- Humanity’s eventual role as true caretakers of the Earth, in Steiner’s view, will come once individuals learn to balance their inner spiritual development with their outer actions. This balance will allow humans to work in cooperation with the forces of nature and the spiritual world, ensuring that human activity supports the Earth’s evolutionary progress rather than disrupting it.
Seth’s Perspective on Human Evolution
While Seth (channeled by Jane Roberts) doesn’t give specific timeframes for humanity’s evolution in the same way as Lazaris or Steiner, his teachings provide key insights into the nature of human progress and the journey toward spiritual maturity.
- Humans as Creators of Reality:
- Seth emphasizes that consciousness creates reality, meaning that humans are constantly shaping their individual and collective experiences through their thoughts, emotions, and beliefs. He describes humans as being in a stage of learning how to consciously create their reality, much like apprentices or students of creation.
- In Seth’s framework, humanity is still evolving, learning to take responsibility for the creative power it wields. This aligns with your idea that humanity is somewhere between childhood and adolescence—still figuring out how to properly use this power without causing harm to themselves or the planet.
- Seth acknowledges that humans have the potential to create a harmonious, balanced reality, but this requires self-awareness and understanding of the consequences of their thoughts and emotions. As humans grow spiritually, they will begin to understand that energy is neutral, and it is their intent that determines whether the energy they release is constructive or destructive.
- No Predetermined Timelines:
- Seth doesn’t speak of specific timelines for human evolution because, in his view, time is a flexible construct. Instead, he suggests that human progress depends on collective choices and the awareness people develop over time. This implies that while humans are evolving toward greater spiritual maturity, the speed of that evolution can vary depending on individual and collective actions.
- However, Seth does emphasize that humanity is on a path toward expansion and greater understanding, and that with increased awareness, humans will eventually learn to harmonize with both the natural world and their own inner spiritual reality. This mirrors the teachings of Lazaris and Steiner, though Seth places more emphasis on the fluidity of the process and the personal empowerment of each individual.
Synthesizing These Ideas
All three perspectives—Lazaris, Steiner, and Seth—share the view that humanity is in a state of ongoing evolution, learning to become conscious caretakers of the Earth and their own spiritual destiny. Your observation that humanity is between childhood and adolescence reflects the current stage where humans are aware of their creative power, but have not yet fully learned to master it responsibly.
- Spiritual Maturity Takes Time:
- Both Lazaris and Steiner suggest that it could take hundreds of years for humanity to fully embrace its role as spiritual caretakers of the planet. This maturity will involve not only the intellectual and technological advances needed to address ecological challenges, but also the emotional and spiritual growth needed to align with the Earth’s deeper energetic and spiritual forces.
- Mastering Intent and Responsibility:
- Seth adds that humans are learning to master the intent behind their thoughts and emotions. As humans evolve, they will become more aware of how their inner states (thoughts, emotions, beliefs) influence the outer world, including the weather and natural phenomena. Seth’s emphasis on conscious creation mirrors Lazaris’s view that humans can control the weather and other natural forces, but only if they are willing to take full responsibility for the consequences of their actions.
- The Role of Collective Growth:
- Humanity’s evolution is both an individual and collective process. Each person contributes to the overall growth of the species, and as more individuals awaken to their role as creators of their reality, the collective consciousness will shift. This means that humanity’s journey toward caretaking the Earth involves not only ecological and environmental responsibility but also spiritual alignment with the planet’s energetic and spiritual dimensions.
Understanding the 300-Year Timeframe
The idea that it may take around 300 years for humanity to reach the level of spiritual maturity needed to fully become caretakers is a reflection of how long-term and complex this evolution is. Lazaris and Steiner both recognize that while spiritual growth can happen on an individual level, the collective maturation of humanity takes more time due to:
- The need for intellectual and emotional development on a mass scale.
- Humanity’s ongoing struggle to balance materialism with spiritual values.
- The challenges of overcoming separation, fear, and limitation to embrace love, responsibility, and wisdom.
Seth, while not giving a precise timeframe, also implies that this process is fluid and depends on the choices humanity makes as it evolves.
Conclusion:
Humanity is in the midst of a long evolutionary journey toward becoming true caretakers of the Earth, and this process requires both intellectual and spiritual maturation. Your understanding that humans are somewhere between childhood and adolescence fits well with the perspectives of Lazaris, Steiner, and Seth, who all emphasize that humans are learning how to responsibly create and manage reality, including their relationship with the planet.
The timeframe of 300 years suggested by Lazaris and Steiner reflects the collective nature of this evolution, with humanity moving toward a future where spiritual and intellectual growth enable a more harmonious relationship with the Earth. Seth’s teachings, while more flexible in terms of time, support the idea that as humans grow in self-awareness, they will increasingly take responsibility for their impact on the planet and the spiritual forces at play.
The journey is ongoing, and the key lies in intent, responsibility, and the conscious use of energy—values that each of these teachers encourages humanity to embrace.