Dorothy I. Riddle brings the reader to a state of self
actualization with brilliant observations coupled with persuasive arguments on
the subject of existence in Principles of
Abundance for the Cosmic Citizen: Enough for Us All, Volume One.
Expertly written with hundreds of cohesive summaries of
other quoted intellectuals, writers, philosophers and scientists, Dr. Riddle reveals
to the reader an array of research and evidence to support her views. In an easy to understand style, she
introduces most every current theory of cognitive awareness; whether established
science or contemporary vision dealing with existence of the essence of
sentient life. One is left in awe seeing
the world through her kaleidoscope of newly defined angles, a virtual
disco-ball of intellectual reflections, and laser beam clarity of thought.
The “Cosmic Citizen” is defined as each of us, always having
been and always will be, but now evolving to a point of realizing our
role. We are made of stardust, within
the zero-sum universe, or Metaverse; the closer part of the universe we dwell
within, our cosmic neighborhood, so to speak. We are simply changing the states of
matter and energy to create or alter all that we are. As such, Dr. Riddle states we all need to share
responsibilities for being aware of the needs of others. We have the responsibility of grooming others
to think more clearly and avoid the pitfalls of greed. She further states we need to act free from
vested interests and be open to change to become the inspired cosmic
citizen. The ultimate point of what
Dorothy I. Riddle defines is for all of us to grasp the reality of our
interconnection to each other. She
further claims this “holds the key to our
survival as a species.” She writes, “If we assume that our reality is individual
and separate, that our core motivation is competitive self-interest, and that
change occurs linearly and primarily on the material plane, our search for
answers will be limited and ultimately unsuccessful.” The good news is, she stated, “… we live in the embrace of a cosmic sea of
energy vast in its potential to support and uphold us…as long as we learn to
give back.”
Noticeably absent is any theological overtone, or even the
mention of God for that matter. Furthermore, the Michael Douglas character in Wall Street where he states, “Greed is good,” would be the antithesis
for her cosmic citizen; as anyone consuming more than needed is depriving
others. She is not professing a
political platform such as Communism even though she partitions the total sum
of everything equally to all individuals. Dorothy I. Riddle does make many justifiable conclusions as peaceful co-existence
of all living entities have inherent rights of survival. The Principles
of Abundance for the Cosmic Citizen encompasses fundamentally commonly
articulated theological “Commandants” written as scientific prose.
I recommend this book for its mental challenges, the unique reading
experience, a self-awareness awakening, and to lead towards achieving
contentedness in one’s own life. In this, the first of three volumes on related issues, Dr.
Riddle certainly has done “her homework” researching her subject matter – of
all matter, for that matter.
Buy this book on Amazon.com
