Now, let us examine what I meant by stating categorically that the mind is NOT the brain.  The mind is you, the who you are. You already know that or feel it.  I am simply stating categorically that it is not the brain.  Though it may seem too tough and abstract to comprehend, I will use this first section to present logical arguments that will support this.  Later, as you become more attuned to the discussions, I will present an analysis of scientific data to support that argument.

Starting in this module and elaborating through the rest, I will focus on empowering you, or more precisely, showing you how to empower yourself to move forward with assurance or pull yourself out of a rut and then go forward with composure. However, I intend to do this, not by saying or doing things, even with compassion, (if I do that, will I not be confirming your feelings that you are crippled or obtuse?). Instead, I will endeavour to show you that you are whole, not broken or fractured even though you may feel that way now.

I will introduce, through logic and a thorough examination of how you think and feel, that you are whole, just not yet large enough inside (a state that will always exist). You only feel unwhole because you are sometimes overwhelmed by situations outside of your comfort zone. These may be situations that have changed secretly or covertly from the way they were before. They may be situations that are generated by hidden and invisible forces like the opinions and expectations of others, or a general uncertainty that leaves you puzzled.

I will endeavour to show you how to feel whole by separating your image of yourself from the conditions outside of you that will always change. And I will do it logically so that you will accept it because you understand, not because of my assurance. I will show you that you have as much ability to function with authority over those conditions as does anyone else, and I will show you how to do that, quickly and expertly so that you get back in charge of yourself without losing stride.

Just remember that, no matter how accomplished you may be, you will always have areas where your developed abilities are insufficient to manage the conditions that challenge you.  This can be made even harder if you are hoping to display yourself to the satisfaction of expectations you have of yourself elsewhere, or of others whose opinions influence or impact you.