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Meditation Technique to Attain Self Realization Why Meditate? Compelling Benefits and Miracles of Meditation- Tarot Affirmations, Ten of Wands for Backbone - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2010 from Suzi DronzekAbout: Tarot Affirmations are positive statements using the Tarot, to center ourselves while energizing our Mojo! My goal is to help invigorate higher vibrations with creative visualization for self-awareness, while enhancing one's perspective, confidence, and productivity. Becoming part of the ...
Views: 2378(2 votes) - How to Transcend Ego in Meditation - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2010 from Kip Mazuy"If you practice being present in meditation, you will find even beyond the thinking that there is this reflexive urge to separate yourself from this moment. It is almost like two magnets that repel each other with all of their strength. This is the ego. You could even define the ...
Views: 2748(1 vote) - The Expert From The Light Of Spiritual Wisdom - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2010 from GS VirkGod grant me the serenity to accept the things I can not change, courage to change the things I can, and light of spiritual wisdom to make a difference. In the light of spiritual wisdom is not an object or a thing that must be taken from anyone. It is already in you to your conscience pure ...
Views: 1131 - OMNIPURE GUIDED MEDITATIONS - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2010 from Alma BurnhamOMNIPURE GUIDED MEDITATIONS In 2004, Kirkland and Laura Ross envisioned a Hologram Photon Light Sphere that surrounds the body and serves as an advanced educational tool for the mind and body to re-member everything that you choose to experience from any reference point in time. During ...
Views: 1329 - The Yoga Of Now - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2010 from Nancy SeiferThere was a lot to absorb on September 11, 2008, with Hurricane Ike barreling across the Gulf of Mexico toward Texas while 9/11 memorials were underway. At times such as these, it is possible to see with the eye of the soul—to try to “read the book of life” with some detachment and discover ...
Views: 859(2 votes) - Discovering nature’s orderliness—within human consciousness - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Kevin BlairI am sitting by the ocean here in South Carolina for a much-needed break in the action. I am re-discovering the order in nature. It is so restful, so regenerating. Watching the ebb and flow got me thinking about the poem, “The Idea of Order at Key West,” by Wallace Stevens where he mentions “the ...
Views: 1338(1 vote) - The Magic of Meditation - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2010 from Kate Corbin"Meditation gives us peace of mind without a tranquilizer. And unlike a tranquilizer, the peace of mind that we get from meditation does not fade away." - Sri Chinmoy Got stress? With the high levels of uncertainty and insecurity all around us these days, it seems like the perfect time to ...
Views: 958 - Brainwave Entrainment Meditation or Traditional Meditation? - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Rob SchneiderIt's only natural that in a technological era, ancient spiritual practices such as yoga and Buddhist meditation would be studied using the instruments of technology. The trend first came under public scrutiny in the 1960s, when the Transcendental Meditation movement publicized EEG readings that ...
Views: 3751(1 vote) - Meditation And Yoga In a Personal Development Program - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from GS VirkWhat is the Difference between Meditation and Yoga? Meditation in yoga program is defined by Patanjali as "Chitta Vriti Nirodhah. It means a personal development program that establishes the harmony of body and mind and considering the development of humans on the physical, mental and ...
Views: 1218 - Main Chakra Types - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Liz McCaugheyThe body has many major and minor chakras, but in this article I will focus on the main chakras. Each chakra also has a specific number of spokes or petals and these indicate the primary and secondary force undulations as the energy enters the depression in the etheric body where the chakra is ...
Views: 1455 - Chakra Locations - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Liz McCaugheyThe chakras have a specific location related to the physical body and detailed below is a table giving this information, plus the Sanskrit name of each chakra. Only the most significant chakras are featured. The body has many major and minor chakras, but in this article I will focus on the main ...
Views: 1335 - Ashtanga Yoga Poses – The sooner you get over them, the better … - by Submitted on May 31, 2010 from Yogacharya MichaelI did a Google Search for “ashtanga yoga pose” today, just to see what will come up. All ten first-page results gave me exactly what I didn’t want … It gave me websites about the wrong ashtanga yoga. There’s more than one Ashtanga yoga? No, not really … but in recent times the word ...
Views: 3665(1 vote) - Help For Anxiety: Tips That Help You Relax And Heal Anxiety Attacks - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Velma MerrickConstant worrying takes a heavy toll. It keeps you up at night and makes you tense and edgy during the day. You hate feeling like a nervous wreck. So why is it so difficult to stop worrying? The first time we feel anxiety is in most cases due to a period of stress and worry that builds up over ...
Views: 1181(1 vote) - What Is Spiritual Pilgrimage - For Which Spiritual Journey Made . - by Submitted on May 30, 2010 from GS VirkThe pilgrimage is a spiritual journey to a sacred place or shrine. Any movement or sense of morality is exalted pilgrimage. All followers of world religions such as Christianity, Islam, Hinduism and Buddhism believe in pilgrimage. Christen believe in pilgrimage to the invocation of the ...
Views: 1426 - Can Meditation help with school bullying? - by Submitted on May 29, 2010 from Gary KaplanA recent report of frequent bullying in American schools has brought national attention to the stressors commonly faced by teens—stressors that many parents and teachers are unaware of. Society is struggling to understand how 'atypical' adolescent peer pressure has escalated into vicious student ...
Views: 3910(1 vote) - Helen Keller, the woman who could see - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Kevin BlairHelen Keller 1880–1968 • United States Though blind and deaf from the age of two, Helen Keller graduated with honors from Radcliffe College — the first blind and deaf person to earn a college degree. She devoted her life, through lecturing and writing books, to social reform. The play and ...
Views: 1654(3 votes) - How to Fall Into Your Essence in Meditation - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Kip Mazuy"The beautiful thing about a dog is he's never going to lie to you. If he's sad, he's going to tell you. If he's glad to see you, he's going to tell you. But there is something hidden unconsciously in the human condition that says what you are experiencing is wrong. And ...
Views: 761(4 votes) - Meditation for Beginners - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Cathy TaylorMeditation happens when you are able to transcend the mind and connect with your source or what some call spirit or God. To get there requires much discipline because one needs to know how to relax the physical body and calm your mind. Therein lies the rub; it’s not easy and it requires some ...
Views: 1246(2 votes) - Addressing the root cause of depression - by Submitted on May 26, 2010 from Kevin BlairWomen suffer from depression twice as often as men. This statistic has been shown to be true, not only for American women, but for women in eleven other countries as well. This high statistic for depression among women exists regardless of racial and ethnic background or economic ...
Views: 1825(4 votes) - Personal Development: Getting Results - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Willie HortonI hear from quite a number of people – clients and readers of my Personal Development Ezine – who tell me that they have become far calmer, more aware and focused as a result of the various little “mental exercises” that they undertake to banish stress and move themselves in the direction that ...
Views: 1908(2 votes) - How to Transcend the Mind in Meditation - by Submitted on May 20, 2010 from Kip Mazuy"The source of all problems is the mind. Thoughts arise, you identify with your thoughts and that defines your experience. So many thoughts arise without you even knowing it. So many worries and troubles constantly arising and repeating and although you are not conscious of ...
Views: 3642(3 votes) - How to Meditate For Beginners - New Tips on How to Meditate Effectively - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2017 from Christine HoeflichBeginners who want to learn how to meditate effectively often come across a variety of meditation techniques that can leave them feeling frustrated and confused. There are variations in how long you need to meditate, whether you need to sit in a certain posture, what to do to still your mind and ...
Views: 1145(4 votes) - My Motorbike and Mindfulness Training! - by Submitted on May 16, 2010 from Dr Jacqui DoddsRiding my bike to town today I was reminded of how learning to ride a motorbike has been one of my most challenging and rewarding ventures in recent years. Now, several years down the track, I can luxuriate in the sense of power, balance and absolute presence that riding my beautiful black ...
Views: 2279(1 vote) - Reprogram Your Brain To Arrive At Spirit! - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from GS VirkNature of individual selfishness can not be satisfied by accepting his request, but by understanding it. If you are timid and too dependent on alcohol or other addictions, become free of it by the understanding of individual selfishness and reprogram your brain. This will help you become more ...
Views: 1458(2 votes) - Praise and Worship of God - a Strategy to Understand Various Techniques Right. - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from GS VirkPraise and worship is the means of communicating with a sacred object, a god, a lord or the oneness of God. It is universal, the method of performing the rituals continue to diverge from different faiths. The technique of praise and worship are numerous and each is directed to different depths ...
Views: 1352(1 vote) - Seven Reasons to Learn to Meditate - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Carolyn JollySEVEN REASONS TO LEARN TO MEDITATE Learning to meditate changed my life. I was a nervous, stressed-out middle manager in a Fortune 500 company who didn’t know how to relax, let alone get in touch with my inner self. I had no time to think about my inner self, I was too busy worrying about how ...
Views: 2389(1 vote) - Virtues of the Oneness of God and Related Matters are Unfathomable and Immeasurable - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from GS VirkAll in heaven, the House of God is immeasurable, indescribable and immeasurable. The name and symbol of the faith of God are different in immeasurable and invaluable Wisdom of thought. Dealing with the pure calm of God is precious and priceless. To listen to the real name of faith is ...
Views: 1586(1 vote) - Using Prayer Beads in Religious Practice - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from sylvia smelcerWhile there are many differences among the various religions of the world, there are some aspects of similarity among them as well. This can be commonly seen in the prevalence of prayer beads worn or employed in the worship of various religions. Prayer beads are incorporated in the worship of ...
Views: 1602 - Singing Bowls in Buddhism - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from sylvia smelcerSome may say that Buddhism is a minimalist religion since it does not employ the volume of icons and items found in other religions. But, to assume there are not items associated with the practice of Buddhism would be an inaccurate assessment. Depending upon the type of Buddhism one is ...
Views: 1700(1 vote) - What are Prayer Flags? - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from sylvia smelcerWhile many have the impression that Buddhism is a religion not known for its icons and symbols, this is not an accurate assessment. There are many components to the worship of Buddhism that are integrated into its worship. One such item is that of the prayer flag. In fact, so common is the ...
Views: 1806 - The Green Tara and White Tara - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from sylvia smelcerWhile we often do not think of gods and deities when we think about Buddhism, the fact remains there are symbolic gods and goddesses in certain modes of Buddhist practice. This is most evident in Tibetan Buddhism where the Goddess Tara appears frequently in symbols and images. Those interested ...
Views: 2518(1 vote) - Prayer Wheels in Tibetan Buddhism - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from sylvia smelcerTibetan Buddhism is somewhat unique in the sense that it integrates a variety of prayer items into its process of worship. One such item is that of the Prayer Wheel. As more and more people are becoming interested in Tibetan Buddhism, additional interest continues to grow in the peripheral items ...
Views: 1924(1 vote) - Dogs in Tibetan Buddhism - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from sylvia smelcerAmong all the animals in the world, it is the faithful dog that evokes the most positive emotions in people. Being pack animals, dogs are known for their loyalty and allegiance to their masters. These animals can also prove to be faithful companions when times are tough. As such, there is a bond ...
Views: 2076(1 vote) - The Essentials of Buddhism - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from sylvia smelcerA topic along the lines of the essential of Buddhism is something that could take many volumes to cover. That is because there is a great deal of complexity associated with the religion of Buddhism. However, there is a certain irony present here as well. Namely, Buddhism is a very simple ...
Views: 1625 - The Lotus in Buddhism Practice - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from sylvia smelcerThere are 8 Auspicious Symbols in Buddhist art and the Lotus Flower is one of the most prominent. In fact, you could credibly claim that the Lotus Flower is the most well known of all the symbols. It is commonly featured in artwork because of its deep rooted connection to the notion of ...
Views: 1713 - Amazing Resounding Eternal - Amazing Is The Eternal Unity Of God . - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from GS VirkThere are many different conceptions of God since the dawn of civilization. It is considered the eternal creator and sustainer of the basis of all walks of life and substance to the universe. The most conceivable God is omniscient, omnipotent, omnipresent, the supreme divine power, very subtle, ...
Views: 1144 - Book of meditation for beginners - Meditation Techniques for beginners - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from GS VirkMeditation books for beginners available on the Internet are endless. How to select the best book for understanding of meditation and the practice of meditation? Many beginners are confused about meditation techniques. Here the suggestion to choose the book of guided meditation and meditation ...
Views: 1167 - Why The Best Meditation Requires Feedback - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Carol McMahonWhat do you gain from meditation? Consider what could be. Imagine “a world of peace and ease,” yours without changing a thing. Imagine perfect mental balance: “a balance of mind never upset by any event under the canopy of heaven.” Meditation promises great things: “Great Liberation;” “Great ...
Views: 1361 - $1000 gift paying it forward again and again--- Celebrating the abundant nature of the universe! - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Suzanne ToroLast year, I received a satchel full of money on the front steps at my home. When that money arrived, I actually was out of town but my son called me and said “There was a lot of money left at the front door with a note.” When, I returned home I was touched by the note, which read, "Thank you ...
Views: 2258(1 vote) - The Lost Flute Magically Returns - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Suzanne ToroA few years back, I shared a story about my travels through Italy which included the memories of the many gifts I received after I lost my yoga mats, a hand made yoga bag from India and a sacred flute. (Celebrate the Abundant Universe) Recently, while meditating I made another wish for a flute ...
Views: 2485 - Connecting with the Divine Feminine Energy Within - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2010 from Michael HoareSo what does Divine Feminine Energy mean? What is it? What does it look like? How does it feel? The answers will be different for each of us, of course. But there are also similar characteristics that we will all experience. In a general sense, I want to share with you the answers to ...
Views: 10091(2 votes) - The Benefits of Blankness - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Christopher EdgarIf you spent a moment without thinking, would you cease to exist? When I give talks about using mindfulness practices to focus on your work, at least one person usually tells me they “can’t meditate” because they can’t seem to force their mind to quiet. But often, if I get the chance to ...
Views: 1161 - Learn to Meditate - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Lisa HepnerOne of the most common questions people ask about meditation is, “how do I get rid of thoughts during meditation?” The short answer is, “you don’t.” Now, you might think that may sound harsh, but it’s the truth. And it’s complete freedom! In the past, when I tried meditating, I was ...
Views: 1255(1 vote) - When the Substance of the Subtle and Natural World Emerged and Developed. - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from GS VirkThere are hundreds and thousands of worlds in the natural world indoors. There are hundreds and thousands in the natural world from the outside world of infinite inner world. Many people tried to understand the inside and outside the natural world of infinite inner world several times in many ...
Views: 1098 - One God - Many Conditional Perceptions of God - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from GS VirkAdults are seeking conditional perception of God with many names and logos and the scriptures of God and become worn without any conclusion. There is little research for his selfishness and learn the art of restoring his selfishness in his inner self, unconditionally and feel to reach the ...
Views: 959 - Kundalini: Touch of Divine Fire - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Erika GinnisKundalini is a very powerful, transformative energy that has been used for centuries for growth, enlightenment, sexual enhancement and healing. Sometimes pictured as a snake rising up the spine (like the medical symbol used in Western medicine), it has been referred to as a divine fire. You ...
Views: 6958 - Meditation and Happiness - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from karen Hood-CaddyMost of us think of happiness as something that just happens. Or doesn't. But recent studies are showing that happiness can actually be learned. How? Through meditation. Dr. Richard J. Davidson, PhD, who teaches at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, has been using brain imaging to ...
Views: 1133(1 vote) - Saved by the Laundry: From Hamper to Happiness in 8 Steps - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2010 from Laura MonzoWhen I was thirty-five, I looked up one day and realized that I hadn't had a life. I'd had a lot of things. I had a husband and a marriage. We had two late-model cars, two high-speed careers, and a two-story house on an oak-lined street. I had everything I ever thought I wanted, and much more ...
Views: 1837(8 votes) - Conscience Vs Mind - A strategy for you to understand consciousness - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from GS VirkMany academics, scientists and philosophers do not accept consciousness as there is nothing organic to conclude. They consider that the functions of the mind are all at the center of the physical body. Many other people perceive and accept as by faith. Rare is the pious person who has ...
Views: 1255 - What is the spiritual consciousness? - The secret strategy to explain his wisdom and power. - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from GS VirkThe spiritual awareness unfolds selfishness in the mind control state. Few are people who live with pure consciousness, rest simply proceed with its collection. The spiritual awareness in me is always seeing the internal controls. When the spiritual consciousness is identified with selfishness, ...
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