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So many of us are searching for truth, the best way to live life. Naturally, there are endless pathways, lectures, discussions and directions available. Some go from one path to the next, seeing which one might fit them the best.
It's common to spend a great deal of time, in some cases a ... Views: 3122
The astral body is also called the emotional body. It comprises the emotional world of each individual. It is connected with the astral plane but also interpenetrates both the physical and etheric body.
The Earth Herself has an astral body too. It includes all the feelings and emotions of ... Views: 2231
If you are new to the path of ascension, you will probably feel somewhat confused when you hear words like “Hierarchy” and “Ascended Masters.”
The so-called Spiritual Hierarchy is formed of great beings and teachers who have lived on Earth a long time ago and have returned now to share with ... Views: 2162
SUMMARY:
As a scientist I believe that science cannot explain miracles. As a person of fourteen years of climbing the spiritual ladder, I believe that miracles cannot explain science. However my unshakable belief in God instructs me that God created our world through scientific miracles. One of ... Views: 2114
What is it that we run from? What is it that takes up almost all of our waking moments? It must be very important, otherwise we wouldn't devote an entire lifetime trying to escape it.
The interesting, and at the same time depressing, thing is that all the running in the world won't distance ... Views: 2113
Libra is the 7th holy day of the 12 holy days of Christmas. The 12 holy days start on December 26-January 6th. Each day is assigned to a Disciple, sign of the Zodiac, spiritual attainment, spiritual part of the physical body, and a thought meditation from the Bible.
My book "Christmas ... Views: 2109
The word spirituality is often interchanged with the words faith and religion. Though they are interrelated, the terms have very different meanings. This article will specifically focus on what it means to embrace spirituality, and the many positive attributes of living a life that is ... Views: 2097
You are not alone. We are all here together and all you have to do is reach out to others and they will be there for you. You'll have to make yourself available to others or you won't be able to have "right fellowship." Go to the spiritual circles in your area, go to events and gatherings where ... Views: 2093
The Pleidians are an advanced civilization in our galaxy that comes from a star cluster in the constellation Taurus which is about 500 light years from Earth.
They are devoted to unconditional love and service. They are dedicated to help humanity evolve because they realize that we are all ... Views: 2090
We hold on to memories about ways that someone has hurt us or hurt someone we love. Or perhaps we are the one who did the hurting. We struggle to forgive others and ourselves. Forgiveness takes an act of the will that sometimes does not come easily. Nature wisdom can help us see forgiveness ... Views: 2090
Many people these days have are proud to acknowledge that they have 'hit the spiritual trail', they've taken up one or more of the various aspects of modern spirituality which are popularly available.
In these days of open acceptance and general tolerance of alternate spirituality practices, ... Views: 2086
Paramahansa Yogananda, the Hindu guru said, “Life is a battlefield.” This is very true! We constantly have to battle the forces of our own lower self and negative ego, and the negative ego of other people and the world.
So in order to maintain our attunement throughout the day, it is crucial ... Views: 2085
Some spiritual principles are best appreciated in retrospect. This is especially true in recognizing that your Higher Self always has your greater good in mind. In our book "The New Perspective: Ten Tools for Self-Transformation" (published by Trafford Publishing) Tool Number Three states that ... Views: 2085
A quiz just in time for HalloweenToday's quiz is meant to test your awareness about different types of astral-level STUFF that are effectively removed through the skill set I call "Spritual Cleansing and Protection."
Although my annual workshop for Spritual Cleansing and Protection for 2010 ... Views: 2080
JESUS MEETS MUHAMMAD (PART TWO)
CONVERSATIONS, A “FASCINATING” DISCUSSION BETWEEN JESUS AND MUHAMMAD
Key words (tags): Islam, Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Muhammad, Muhammed, faiths, unity of religions, spiritual growth
Dedication
This "labour of love" is written especially ... Views: 2075
The idea of creating a community or a group of unified like minded folks is a great idea, but what happens when there is conflict? As long as there are individuals with different worldviews, there will be conflict. Lack of conflict resolution techniques has been the undoing of many communities ... Views: 2073
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEDITAITONS ?
What do Oprah, Paul McCartney, David Lynch, Russell Brand, and Russell Simmons have in common? They all meditate as part of their daily routine. In fact, they all practice the Transcendental Meditation® technique and they love it. Oprah wrote an ... Views: 2073
The astral plane is a world unto itself. It is much like the physical plane except that things have a greater lustre.
A very, very long time ago when humanity was still very unevolved, one could travel at night to the astral plane (in the astral body) to receive learning and do service work. ... Views: 2071
Do you love and care for "the least" in your community? Who are "the least"? Jesus answered this question in his parable in Matthew 25:31-46 (WEB):
When the Son of Man [Jesus Christ] comes in his glory, and all the holy angels with him, then he will sit on the throne of his glory. Before him ... Views: 2066
A friend of mine recently told me he needed a good technique he could use every day to empower himself.
After some contemplation, I decided to share with him (and with you) the Secret of the Most High Vibration. Most creative work is done in the “white light” which is said to be on the Astral ... Views: 2066
“What you think you do to others, you actually do to yourself,” was the original Golden Rule according to the ancient Hawaiian Huna masters. It is a powerful statement that is life changing if you learn how to apply it.
People can hide behind the Bible’s Golden Rule if they want to. “Do ... Views: 2065
The Ultimate Intelligence - Spiritual
The Holistic Community is built around the belief in the trinity of mind, emotions and spirit being the foundation for a wholesome life. And now scholars agree. In the earlier part of the twentieth century the term IQ, (Intelligent Quotient) became the ... Views: 2058
It's a new year! Look around you and what do you see? Your "perception" is EVERYTHING, for you have a choice of seeing, and then believing in, a world that is promoting fear, OR seeing, and then believing in, a Universe that offers abundance. It really is your choice. We are most certain ... Views: 2058
In the last two articles, we talked about what enlightenment is, and the qualities of an enlightened person. In this article, we’re going to look at how enlightened people put their wisdom into action. The mark of truly enlightened people is the actions they take to help put an end to suffering ... Views: 2057
One of my biggest interests in life has been the search for enlightenment and the practical effects of achieving a better state of peace and stillness.
As a student of the metaphysical and paranormal since I was ten years old, I’ve also had many paranormal experiences, read many books, joined ... Views: 2054
It does not take a great effort (or any effort at all actually) to grow in spiritual awareness. Just be aware, that’s all. Spiritual awareness is simply about being mindful of spiritual Truths. You don’t have to go around obsessing about these Truths to be aware of them. Nor is there really any ... Views: 2050
The plane next above the mental plane is the buddhic plane. It is the habitat of the Higher Self or Oversoul.
The buddhic plane is also called the causal plane because it is the realm of causation. From this plane the Soul can see the causes that it has set in motion and the steps that need ... Views: 2046
The Ascended Masters of the Spiritual Hierarchy have their own lives on the planes or realms they live. They have their own interests and growth objectives. However, part of what they do is to be actively involved in the evolution of humanity, as well as the Earth as a whole. So they are here to ... Views: 2046
For your enjoyment, here are some affirmations that you can work with to help you develop self-love. Say them out loud at least twice a day, for 21 days – without missing a day. If you miss a day, start over again from day one. It is unwritten law of the mind that whatever we do for 21 days ... Views: 2045
Everything is governed by some form of urgency toward satisfaction.
This is distinctive of mankind’s search at every stage of his development; whether it is the instinctual urge to self-preservation, which can be seen in his savage search for food or in the economic problems of the modern ... Views: 2041
If someone were to ask you what is the key element to balancing Mind, Body and Spirit with your daily actions, how would you answer them? Since everyone has a slightly different opinion about what constitutes a balanced approach, there could be a number of different ways to answer this question. ... Views: 2035
The Illuminati
The Order of the Illuminati was a secret society whose name means "Enlightened Ones". The organization was founded on May 1, 1776 in Bavaria. The founder, was a former Jesuit and Professor of Canon Law at the University of Inglolstadt, Germany named Adam Weishaupt.
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Do you feel at times that you are just going through the motions, living life unconsciously? Did you know that this feeling is actually close to spirituality, more so than being entirely and endlessly enthralled with life?
Now, there is a difference between living life unconsciously and ... Views: 2027
Close your eyes, taking in a deep breath, breathing out all negative energies and relaxing your whole body.
See yourself now standing in front of a beautiful Crystal Palace. This Palace is made entirely from quartz crystal. It stands majestically in front of you, sparkling and emanating the ... Views: 2023
One day I was watching one of those TV ads for a natural physical healing product, and I was really convinced that it would heal any type of ailment, and I wanted to buy it; but it was enormously expensive and I didn’t have the money to be able to buy it. I was having all kinds of very ... Views: 2022
There are countless ways to stumble and fall,in both everyday life and in spiritual life.For this reason,the seeker has to be vigilant and watchful like a hawk.The biggest stumbling block on the spiritual path is self importance,or you might say the ego.We work hard to develop an ego,starting ... Views: 2022
Lightworkers are often very naïve and easily deceived by so-called Spiritual teachers because:
1. They have not been trained in Spiritual psychology.
2. They do not understand the fragmentation that can take place between the Superconscious, conscious and subconscious minds.
3. They have ... Views: 2015
Stay away from the lower psychic plane and dimension! It is a huge blind spot in the consciousness of Lightworkers in general to think that just because someone has passed over that they are any more evolved than they were on Earth. Our consciousness remains basically the same before and after ... Views: 2014
MOJO…the Messenger
How does one know what you know?
One night after socializing on Facebook, I turned off my laptop and then went to turn off my speakers. AFTER turning them off a man’s calm, loving voice came through the unpowered device and said, “How does one know what you know?” ... Views: 2013
The biggest blind spot in channels today is negative ego interference – their own lower self and fear-based mind is interfering with their channelled messages. An example of such a channelling would be the fear-creating messages of planetary destruction, physical pole shifts and the likes. These ... Views: 2012
Most people in the world today don’t realize how powerful their words are. Words are spoken thoughts. Thoughts are things! God created the world by the power of His Word, and so do we!
Most people practice negative self-talk, day in and day out. And then they wonder why their lives are not ... Views: 1991
Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths. As you breathe in, breathe in the Light of God and as you breathe out, breathe out all that is not of the Divine.
In your mind’s eye now imagine a beautiful nature scene. You see butterflies flying through the air, birds singing in the sky and a ... Views: 1989
Whatever you want in life is yours for the claiming! You claim something by affirming it!
Say the following affirmations every morning and every night for 21 days and experience happiness and inner peace.
1. I own my personal power and self-mastery at all times, in all ways and all ... Views: 1989
It was five in the morning when my husband telephoned with the news of my mother’s death. I said little to him in reply; there was little to say. But as I made my way back to bed, I addressed my Mother. “Mom, I would have thought that after all you and I have been through, you would have come to ... Views: 1987
This is the photo of the Ramayana Garden in Thailand.
The first poem and the greatest was Ramayana, opined Aurobindo. When the poet Valmiki saw two birds mating and a native killing one of the two. He said " Ma Nishada ", meaning " Dont do that, for it is Sin, it is Evil, it is against the ... Views: 1982
I just watched the movie Shutter Island which is about a criminally insane hospital on an Island.
Teddy Daniels a US Marshal played by Leonardo Di Caprio has gone to investigate a patient called Rachel Solando who went missing from a locked room at the hospital on Shutter island.
Rachel ... Views: 1980
To function in the world we need ego. Ego is your sense of individuality or awareness of the self. In the psychological sense, the ego’s quality is self-organizing, mechanistic and neutral. This simple awareness of self is required, and serves a valuable purpose. The subtle ego is with us ... Views: 1979
Auto-suggestion is the process of increasing conviction through focusing of the mind on set goals, establishing conception and sensitive thought that is addressed and improved closely to the detailed attention of gaining your end.
Years ago, I desired to be a successful International ... Views: 1976
The purpose of meditation is to help us realize union with God and our God Self (also called: Monad or Mighty I AM Presence or Eternal Self). The purpose of meditation is to reveal our True Self.
We are one with God – always have been, always will be, and are so right now. We are our God ... Views: 1975
When the Soul starts out its reincarnation process, the Soul is just beginning to gain experience in the physical worlds. It takes some rounds of birth and rebirth until the Soul gradually develops awareness.
During these early stages, the emotional or astral body is hardly developed. It ... Views: 1970