A Course in Miracles (ACIM) is really a non-dualistic spirituality which contains a couple of guidelines about the psychotherapy of the split mind. Understanding these metaphysical aspects assists in the practical application of the principles found in  david hoffmeister books ACIM when creating choices. Without actual application, these principles are only ideas; but with application they become an event, and experience changes everything. The metaphysical portion is a superb identifier of the ego's judgmental thought system in addition to a heavenly reminder of what's true about ourselves.

Considering metaphysical descriptions written down and becoming aware of the attributes is of great benefit in knowing that which you are choosing both for and against. Keep them handy, and refer for them often as you navigate the choices in your life.

Below are a few very simple points to take into account concerning the metaphysical facets of ACIM:

The Un-Healed Mind - the super-unconscious mind is where in fact the "tiny mad idea" of separation began. It is available via the conscious awareness of what's going on in your life. The ego doesn't want you to consider that the concept was just a choice; but the mind remembers where it came from. It naturally returns to peace whenever you choose the Holy Spirit Right Mind.

The Split Mind - the unconscious mind contains sin, fear and guilt from that original separation idea. Here is the basis of the ego's thought system of judgment as it divides out. Remember the ego's judgment above: Separation is really a sin punishable by death. For having separated, it now places guilt in the mind; and says you need to be fearful of the now vengeful God who wants to kill you for what you've done. The kill or be killed (one or the other) ego judgments as observed in the sub-conscious and conscious behaviors begin to produce sense considering their origin in the mind.

The Right-Mind - the split mind and both conflicting thought systems is very evident. Compare both sides to understand that which you are choosing in any given moment. These very clearly illustrate the psychotherapy of the mind and having lists helps it be readily apparent why one system of thinking hurts and one other heals. You are able to only select one thought system, or interpretation, at any given time because it is obviously one or the other. You still retain your decision maker. Which can you choose?

The ego wrong mind is based on judgment and separation from others going back to the first separation idea. That separation sin now punishable by death which also includes the beginning of guilt and fear. Whenever you choose the judgmental ego as cause, your effect is:

victim/victimization - judgment - projection - addiction - grievances - hate - anger - war - specialness - death - forgive to destroy - sin - fear - guilt - special relationships

The Holy Right Mind is based on sharing and oneness and returning your brain back to the peace of God and out of the illusion of choice. This says that the error never occurred and you're still as God created you. There's nothing else. Whenever you choose the Holy Spirit as cause, your effect is:

True forgiveness - Holy Relationship - Holy Spirit Judgment - Shared Interest - Sameness - Healing - Forgiveness - Love - Peace - Life - Sinlessness - Guiltlessness - Fearlessness - Oneness - Truth - Knowledge - Heaven

I invite you to help expand study the metaphysical aspects related to A Course in Miracles. Understanding their ideas and principles helps in applying them to your life as you decide on your way out of the illusion. They're a couple of guidelines straight from A Course in Miracles that show you what each aspect is all about. More than that, you can think about the origin of both aspects and their respective intentions. When coupled with the way you truly feel, the ego's motivations are obvious when put next against the Holy Spirit's truth.

Knowing what to select goes a long way but remember that you are the main one who must travel this inner path into the mind. You want to do the particular application of the principles contains in A Course in Miracles and do the task of choosing. It's as simple as that. ACIM is really a Course in your mind training!