By Gonny 
Power. A fascinating phenomenon. You see it everywhere: in politics, in businesses, in families, even at the supermarket, where the cashier suddenly has control over your groceries (“Do you have a bonus card? No? Then you pay double”). Some people grab power as if it’s their divine right, while others shy away from responsibility and gladly hand their power over to someone else. But what is power, really?
In the world’s eyes, power means control, influence, and making decisions that affect others. But in the light of A Course in Miracles, power is nothing more than a dream figure believing they are the puppeteer—when in reality, they’re just another puppet in the play. The Course tells us: “You are as God created you.” That means no one actually has more or less power than anyone else.
Think of the great leaders in history. Some wanted to improve the world, others just wanted to feed their egos (and often their bank accounts). They wore crowns, uniforms, or just an expensive tie, believing their decisions shaped history. But if power were real, it would be permanent. And let’s be honest—where are all those powerful people now? In history books? On statues where pigeons do their business?
And here comes the part about compassion: many people who seek power truly believe they’re doing something good. Maybe they think they’re protecting the people, saving the world, or ‘maintaining order.’ Even the most authoritarian leaders might see themselves as ‘the father or mother of their nation.’
A parent also thinks they have power over their child and wants to protect them. But the moment that child becomes a teenager, the real lesson begins: power is an illusion.
Even in spiritual circles, you’ll find ‘enlightened’ teachers selling their wisdom as if they have exclusive copyright on truth. “My path is the only true path.” And then Mooji or Bashar or someone else comes along and says: “Laugh, because you’re taking all of this way too seriously.”
The only real power is love. (I hope you agree) Not the ‘I’m-in-charge’ kind of power, but the quiet strength of forgiveness, acceptance, and inner peace. Power in the world can disappear, but the power of love remains forever. True power is not about controlling—it’s about letting go.
When you truly understand that love is the only thing you can give, you’ll realize that power, as the world defines it, is a laughable concept. The people who think they rule the world are really just trying to control their own fears. And that’s kind of sad. But let’s not be angry about it—let’s just smile.
So next time you see someone who thinks they’re all-powerful—whether it’s a politician, a manager, or just that neighbor who wants to ‘lead’ the block party like it’s the UN—remember: it’s just a role-play. Laugh about it. We’re all playing along, but we are not the roles we play. We are the dreamers of the dream.
Let go of power. Let go of fear. And who knows—maybe you’ll become the most powerful powerless person in the room !
With love and light,
G.
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