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Sphatik is considered a greatly sacred stone and is also known as the mountain crystal. It is surprising to note that while sphatik is known to create fine spiritual products, it is a greatly attractive stone and is used to create fashion accessories.
At times, we find that sphatik is used in ... Views: 1033
Sphatik Crystal or the Quartz stone, also known as the rhinestone is a jewel associated with tremendous power. This has very often been referred to as the universal crystal.
Recognizing sphatik is easy, the stone is associated with a great deal of clarity, and transparency as well. The key ... Views: 13208
“When I started counting my blessings, my whole life turned around.” ~ Willie Nelson
We were born with two incredible freedoms: the freedom of Will and the freedom of Choice. When we learn how to use these freedoms in our lives, we can guide, direct, and select precisely what we will have ... Views: 902
I've been teaching anger management and conflict resolution for nearly a quarter of a century. What makes me so successful in my work is that I do not lecture on any subject matter that I haven't personally experienced and mastered. In that regard, people find me authentic and know that if I've ... Views: 1248
Time can be your friend or your greatest nemesis; a means for great experiences or deep suffering. Indeed does suffering require time. I can´t suffer without experiencing time as a reality and myself as a being subjected to time.
If you really understand that what you are is beyond time, you ... Views: 793
Being mindful means to do any activity fully conscious of yourself and of the activity itself. Simply put, it means to consciously live in the present moment.
Although many people don’t consider it as strictly spiritual, mindfulness indeed is a purely divine practice. It leads you to your ... Views: 1087
Have you ever found yourself in a situation that was somewhat confusing, uncomfortable or perhaps even dangerous? Sometimes it's hard to understand why things happen or why we must participate in particular activities. We don't often understand why certain people enter our lives or why they ... Views: 1179
We live in a material world whose main trait is inertia, which is also one of our main traits. Our physical bodies, as well as our personalities, are naturally submissive to the law of inertia; we’re lazy, more or less.
When there is nothing to push us forward, as pain does, we can sink deep ... Views: 1052
The Problems a Divided Mind Causes
By
Bill Cottringer
“I have realized that the past and future are real illusions, that they exist in the present, which is what there is and all there is.” ~Alan Watts.
First, I suppose we should clarify what exactly a divided mind is. ... Views: 1338
We all seek to be powerful. I'm not speaking necessarily about having authority over others but we certainly want to have control over our own lives. Yet even the most well-intentioned, enlightened person wants to control a particular situation or individual at times. Certainly, parents impose ... Views: 1188
Recently a 43 year old man and father of seven, Keith Lamont Scott, was killed by police in Charlotte, NC. As is often the case, there are conflicting reports as to what actually happened. Currently, an investigation by a separate state agency is taking place to determine if this shooting was ... Views: 1069
Everything that has happened to me in September symbolises life and death. A part of me died, so a new part could come to life. The closest this symbol came to reality was on the 15th in 2014.
That day, I laid on a hospital bed and was under the knife for over four hours. After the ... Views: 1825
The aura, or human being strength subject, is like a bubble of power that
surrounds each residing matter. Plants, family pets, even the globe might be
explained to acquire an power area. Even so, the individual system is certain to
our species and has an effect on how we incarnate and ... Views: 952
We're all influenced by those around us and by what is occurring in our lives. Something as simple as the weather can affect how we feel. A cloudy, rainy day can take an otherwise cheerful person and transform them into a gloomy Gus of sorts. Being stuck in traffic can alter one's mood from ... Views: 1293
Sphatik or the quartz crystal has very often been mentioned as a gift given to us by earth. As a primary function, while sphatik works well to induce positivity within an individual, it liberates one from all underlying fears or anger.
It is very often believed that Sphatik is possessed with ... Views: 1229
Meditation, yoga, reiki and many other modalities that help the mind and body relax are valuable for focus and creating inner peace. When we’re focused and peaceful we are at a high state of attention. This is a powerful place. Tai Chi masters are some of the most alert human beings on the ... Views: 1122
The final practice of Yama the yogic avoidance's, is Aparigraha, that is, to avoid accumulating beyond your needs. It literally means to not (a) grab, hoard, hold on to things or take more than you need (parigraha). It encourages a life of simplicity and generosity on all levels, having what is ... Views: 1200
If you've read my book, The Secret Side o f Anger, or attended one of my lectures on the topic, you know that while there are thousands of events that can trigger anger, there are actually only three root causes: hurt, fear, and frustration. In any given circumstance, you can trace anger back to ... Views: 1180
There is something about the country of Tibet that has always intrigued me. Perhaps it's the beautiful landscape along crystal blue waters or the unique architecture of its oriental style buildings. Or more importantly a group of monks that call this country their home are known for their serene ... Views: 1673
Severe possession by lost souls and sometimes even demonic entities is, we believe, a serious yet largely overlooked problem.
Spiritually sensitive and otherwise susceptible people, such as abused children or people who abuse alcohol and, or use drugs, can unknowingly be a host for all sorts ... Views: 1511
Can there ever be too much joy in the world? We tend to become confused in life and think that our lives are meant to be hard and difficult. If that is your belief, I am here to tell you that you are living your life backward. We have become too busy, crazy with activity and stress in our lives ... Views: 2006
What does it take to have a meaningful life and lifestyle? Each one of us has a different interpretation to this question. What might be meaningful for you may not be for me. I believe it is all about living a life that brings you joy and a wonderful sense of contentment and satisfaction with ... Views: 1057
General
Many Masters have walked the earth from ancient days to the present. One such is J. Krishnamurti who gave his message to humanity in the last century through his talks in different countries. He has been regarded as one of the greatest spiritual teachers of all times. Free from ... Views: 1282
Yesterday I was weeding in my back yard and I had a realization. Weeding the yard is so much easier than weeding out our thoughts. Weeding out unwanted thoughts needs tools. What are your tools for weeding out ineffective thoughts? What about ones that actually take you down? Do you have ... Views: 1182
Here’s Where My Heroine’s Journey Actually Began
The bathroom floor.
I found myself kneeling there quietly praying and sobbing in 1998, my husband sleeping in our adjacent bedroom. That was the year of my Seven-Year Itch. I always joke that my Seven-Year Itch came in the form of my mother ... Views: 1075
Have you ever gotten out of bed in the morning declaring that today was going to be a great day? And before your first cup of coffee, something happened that completely ruined everything? Perhaps your child woke up sick or the car wouldn't start or your boss calls you to let you know that ... Views: 1147
Aloha!
Sure, it’s challenging and at times feels embarrassing when someone does not return romantic feelings that you experience as vividly real. However, not only has nobody ever died from embarrassment, but we can also learn more about ourselves as we navigate the emotional challenge. ... Views: 2029
Like most people, I don’t like change. Yes, change is inevitable. Yes, change is the only way to improve and grow. If people don’t change, like a soiled diaper, things begin to stink. Blah, blah, blah. I know it, I accept it, and as a self-improvement writer, I even write about it.
But it ... Views: 1187
As a child I was taught that anger was a bad emotion but I've have since come to understand that there are no bad feelings. All emotions have purpose and value as they teach us about ourselves based on how we react to external events. We assign value to each depending on how people act them out. ... Views: 1476
I have observed that in my area, there is a lot of money in the hands of the people who flock to Florida seeking fun, greater happiness and a better way of life. In truth, don't we all seek those attributes but struggle to achieve? People can't wait to retire so they can enjoy some fun, greater ... Views: 1034
Lord Hanuman is said to be Chiranjeevi, or immortal.
Such is the strength of Bajrang Bali that he is taken in the highest regard by one and all. On Saturdays, we find a huge crowd at all Hanuman temples. By visiting a Hanuman temple on Saturday, Vayuputra can be appeased; this is often done ... Views: 983
Have you ever wondered what would happen if war was declared and no one showed up?
There is much discussion around the world about creating lasting peace… and yet there is more fighting going on globally than any other time in our history. Why?
I believe that it is because of our belief ... Views: 1138
We are living in a very volatile and dangerous age. Not only have issues of domestic violence, child and animal abuse, anger in the workplace and so on been more apparent, but we are definitely witnessing a rise of violence within our communities. Gangs and individual assaults seem to be taking ... Views: 3166
“Patience is not simply the ability to wait – it’s how we behave while we’re waiting.” – Joyce Meyerouble
In an era where things are digitized and everything seems to be happening at a click or swipe – let’s accept that patience as a quality seems to be dying.
Here is an interesting study ... Views: 867
Once upon a time, there were three brothers Past, Present, Future. Everyone used to love to play with them. Most of the people liked Past and Future. Present was ignored by most of them. One day, Health and Wealth – the most popular couple found Present weeping. Present said, “No one likes me, ... Views: 814
Creative Driven Life
Creative Driven Life what does that mean? I believe it means the life that we all were looking for and the reason we came to Neothink. A life without mysticism, a life driven by creativity, a life driven by integrations.
The question is why aren’t we living this life? I ... Views: 1263
I'd venture to say that everyone of us has had to deal with annoying people at some point in our lives. Whether it's a family member who is in everyone's business, a coworker who continually needs your assistance, the know-it-alls who always have to be right or a friend who talks incessantly, ... Views: 1079
Managing stress by many of the more conventional methods promoted by counseling and psychotherapy professionals are amongst some of the most unsuccessful treatment processes available. Why?
In contemporary counseling, attempts to heal the problem are targeted at the person changing the ... Views: 955
Managing stress by many of the more conventional methods promoted by counseling and psychotherapy professionals are amongst some of the most unsuccessful treatment processes available. Why?
In contemporary counseling, attempts to heal the problem are targeted at the person changing the ... Views: 977
If we look at Indian literature, the kind prominent since ancient times, we come to realize that it is full of miracles, withholds magic within itself.
Vedic philosophy has been maintained pretty much on the same lines since millennia! This has been accomplished in form of stories that ... Views: 1656
At all places in India and across the world, Lord Hanuman is the most worshipped deity from Vedic mythology. People flock temples of Lord Bajrang Bali in particular on Saturdays, and pictures of the Bajrang Bali can be found widespread in all corners of the world.
It is commonly believed that ... Views: 2504
Since my arrival to China,my rich-in-fat Canadian blood has been the victim of unrequited love affair from the Chinese mosquitoes. They seem to have singled me out to fulfill their destiny of surviving on the blood of their victims in general and mine in particular.
Of course, I have no ... Views: 951
It is for his innumerable qualities that Lord Hanuman is worshipped by devotees at all places in the world. And his quality which is most treasured is his unwavering devotion to Lord Rama.
Hanuman Chalisa, the most revered prayer in the world is written praising Hanumanji's devotion to ... Views: 1044
Practicing mindfulness means paying attention in a particular way; on purpose, in the present moment, and nonjudgmentally to things as they are. Jon Kabat-Zinn
Mindfulness is the energy that helps us acknowledge the conditions of happiness that are already existing in our lives. We don’t ... Views: 806
What value is there in keeping your past alive, especially when it wasn’t so great the first time around?
This may seem a ridiculous question but it is very true. When we allow ourselves to run in victim mode, we are keeping our past alive and prevent a future of happiness and ... Views: 1193
Last week our country was shattered by yet another senseless massacre of innocent people. A gunman opened fire inside Pulse, a crowded gay nightclub in Orlando, Florida, early Sunday morning, leaving at least 49 people dead in the worst mass shooting in modern U.S. history. Gays have long been ... Views: 1333
"If you can correct your mind, the rest of your life will fall into place."-Lao Tzu
When you change your perception and attitude you actually change your life. Change can only come to you when you willingly welcome it into your life. Too often we tend to fight it or reject it but today, I am ... Views: 657
Finding inner peace is the path of letting go, even though, the path could be as hard or simple as a person makes the journey of self acceptance.
“He who lives in harmony with himself lives in harmony with the universe” ~ Marcus Aurelius
There are always many ups and downs in every one’s ... Views: 643
Dear Body,
I want to first apologize for not taking the utmost care of you in the past. I have learned some of your limits and vow to stay within them. Although you are not the way you were 10 years ago, you know now with the achy pains and much slower movement, you are still the love of my ... Views: 1000