BIKERS CLUB OCTOBER 2019 ISSUE | Page 26

"The way to happiness requires that one set a good example for others." - L. Ron Hubbard Scientology addresses the spirit - not the body or mind - and believes that Man is far more than a product of his environment, or his genes. Scientology comprises a body of knowledge which extends from certain fundamental truths. Prime among these are: Man is an immortal spiritual being. His experience extends well beyond a single lifetime. His capabilities are unlimited, even if not presently realized. As with any religion, Scientology seeks to help humanity understand what is broken in the world and how to fix it. By understanding the Eight Dynamics (more on this in a moment) and how man relates to both the physical and spiritual realms, each individual can achieve a spiritual awareness that will lead to ultimate fulfilment and longevity. Focusing on improving relationships and communication, counselors offer "auditing" to help individuals recognize the things from their past that are blocking the expression of their potential. "I love talking about Scientology." - Giovanni Ribisi The Origin of Scientology It is no secret that the religion was inaugurated by Hubbard in the 1950s. Hubbard was a science fiction author who struggled financially. His book Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health eventually became a bestseller and was the foundation for his emerging religious philosophy. Dianetics began as Hubbard's explanation of the connection between the mind and the body and the urge to survive. While he promoted Dianetics as a scientific idea, its rejection by the scientific