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Meditation Technique to Attain Self Realization Why Meditate? Compelling Benefits and Miracles of Meditation- ***Finding Your Perfect Meditation Cushion - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from Steven SashenFinding the right meditation supplies, especially the perfect meditation cushion, can feel lot like looking for the Holy Grail. I started meditating in 1970 and since then, I've tried almost every kind of meditation cushion ever created. I've spent so much time on this I even tried to ...
Views: 842(3 votes) - ***Meditation in Motion - Yoga Meditation - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2010 from Steven SashenYou could say that yoga & meditation are two sides of a coin. They can be difficult to separate. Doing both meditation and yoga isn't required, but they do go together well. They each can enhance your practice of the other. If you take meditation to your yoga mat, you may find more ease and ...
Views: 1148(3 votes) - Are Near Death Experiences Real? - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2009 from Conrad RawDo near death experiences awaken the mind? Some people witness those in the waiting room, viewing from above the room they almost die in and seeing people from their past that went before them. Others have near death experiences that involve light and a loving beautiful feeling surrounding them. ...
Views: 1262(3 votes) - BLUE MATRIX ENERGETICS MERKABA - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2012 from Aryana HudsonBlue Matrix Energetics I Merkaba Technique Introduction This technique is taught in Blue Matrix Module I. It involves focusing energetically to detach from the past and to create a new calibration of mind in the present. The number one obstacle in manifesting the new health state ...
Views: 3976(3 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: 3641(3 votes) - MEDITATION: A TIME FOR LOVE - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2010 from joseph namzoffBy Mother Clare Watts Though many people every day all over the world sit on floors, on cushions, on their heels or on chairs in an attempt to enter into some level of inner stillness or broadened consciousness, very few actually ever manage to go very far into that sought-after state. Most ...
Views: 1109(3 votes) - Peaceful, Easy Feelings - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2009 from Leah GuyWhy are so many people resistant to the M word? We know it's good for us and, it only takes 10 minutes a day. So why aren’t you doing it? If you’re a self-proclaimed type-A-functional-ADD person like me, your answer to that question is probably “Uhh,” and on to the next thing you go. Meditation ...
Views: 2059(6 votes) - Warning! Reading This Could Change Your Life: Meditation part 2 - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2009 from Eric WhalleyThis is my second article on meditation. I would like to talk a little about the neuroscience behind altered states of consciousness such as meditation, relaxation and hypnosis. I will also let you know about a not so old, but still relatively new and unique method of producing these deep ...
Views: 1325(3 votes) - Why Are We Meditating In The First Place? - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Marika CharalambousWhy Meditate? This is a good question. What might surprise you is the fact that there isn’t one specific answer. There are many answers on why to meditate and each person will have their own unique reason for starting this practice. But before getting to all the reasons that you should add ...
Views: 688(3 votes) - Mindfulness - So What? - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Jim AldrichMindfulness – So What? Most have heard of mindfulness while few truly practice it Mindfulness comes to us in two forms: the spiritual/meditative practice or as a tool in self examination and behavior control. The online brain trust Wikipedia.com, the Free Encyclopedia, describes ...
Views: 1587(5 votes) - Why You Need to Meditate - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2009 from Eric WhalleyThe side effects of meditation are positive and countless. Studies have demonstrated that those who meditate on a regular basis have reduced illness, stress, and need for rest. But one of the most compelling reasons to meditate is that the process of meditation itself is incredible. ...
Views: 1000(5 votes) - Tantric Qigong, Mindfulness, and Flow - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2009 from Rev. Keith HallTantric Qigong, Mindfulness, and Flow Mindfulness, which is often thought of as a Buddhist concept, is really about being Present. Presencing is one form of self-inquiry (which can be done as a meditation or as coaching) as is Tantric Qigong. These art forms are about getting out of your ...
Views: 2686(7 votes) - *** Breathing Into Being: Meditation for Personal and Global Healing - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2009 from Lumari ~ Psychic and Psychic Readings ExpertWhen large-scale events occur there is a great degree of shock and upheaval for those directly involved and for those aware of the devastation. The energies for healing in this mantra and meditation will help in all situations where personal and global healing is needed. There is always more ...
Views: 2784(2 votes) - ***Achieve Instant Calm - The Wise Woman Way - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2011 from Susun WeedAchieve Instant Calm - The Wise Woman Way c. 2002 Susun S. Weed In her newly updated best-selling classic, New Menopausal Years The Wise Woman Way, Weed offers a number of approaches women can use to calm jangly nerves, achieve greater overall calm, and cope ...
Views: 1999(2 votes) - ***Meditation and Depression - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from Steven SashenAs I wrote the title of this post, “Meditation and Depression,” I found myself smiling at the concept that meditation could cause depression. There’s no question that in the meditation groups I’ve participated in, meditation appeared to cause a depression in the ability to think critically ...
Views: 1475(6 votes) - ***The World's Best Meditation Technique - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2009 from Steven SashenIn my local new age magazine, there are at least 20 different meditation courses. Hindu, Buddhist, Christian, Kabbalistic, Sufi. Then there are the meditation classes emphasizing stress-reduction, weight-loss and pain-control. Among the different meditation lineages, each has its own answer ...
Views: 5270(2 votes) - 2 Wrong Beliefs About Being Wealthy - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2010 from Rishan BYou you would have an easier time working on being wealthy if you just observe the information mentioned in this particular article. Nonetheless, you would actually have a difficult time working on being wealthy when you follow the guidelines of these wrong beliefs. In my personal ...
Views: 933(2 votes) - 20 Minute Plan adds Meditation in Your Personal Development, Reduces Stress and Improves Sleep - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2018 from Leon EdwardMeditation is a way of relaxing which can prevent and reduce stress, help you to sleep better, alleviate depression and give you a new and better perspective. We all should be self-aware and meditation is a natural way to develop yourself. The work which you put into mediating will pay off ...
Views: 2853(2 votes) - A Clear and Present Mind - Meditation and Flow - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Willie HortonMost people lead normal lives. Those lives are, generally speaking, repetitive - where anything spectacular rarely happens. Of course, the normal life is punctuated by the spectacular - falling in love, marriage, the birth of a child, the odd special holiday. But, generally speaking, ...
Views: 3626(4 votes) - A Meditation on Fearless Living - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSix years ago, almost to the day, after permanently removing (if you lose it; you will find it) over 50 pounds of body clutter (a.k.a. fat, decades of mental clutter (a.k.a. negative belief systems) and environmental clutter (a.k.a. mess on my desk, I walked into my boss's office and said, "I ...
Views: 1000(2 votes) - Active Meditation: A technique of the future - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2012 from Eliza Mada DalianWhy Meditate? We all know that regular exercise is essential for our physical health but we often forget that meditation is essential for our mental, emotional, and spiritual health. Meditation gives us an opportunity to disidentify from our mind chatter and negative emotions and experience ...
Views: 1074(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: 1824(4 votes) - As Above, So Below: Gifts at the Crossing - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Alan SealeCall forth the Light that is you. That is living heaven on earth! My friend Dorothy died on a Sunday afternoon after a very long and challenging illness. When the call came, I heard the news with such relief. She was finally released from a body that had presented her with major challenges for ...
Views: 1069(2 votes) - Benefits of Meditation-An Introduction - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2010 from Brad AustenThe benefits of meditation are numerous. Meditation is an ancient tool that has been practiced in many forms since recorded history. It is only been recently that the Western world has started to embrace meditation as a tangible healing tool. There are many styles and techniques with ...
Views: 1609(4 votes) - Beyond the Prison of the Past - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsQuestion: I rather enjoy reading this Q & A on your site. Thanks for providing it. My question to you is how does one let go of a troubled past? I am a recovering alcoholic and, as you can imagine, there are many events from my past that I wish had not taken place. I was involved with a ...
Views: 792(2 votes) - Chakras and The Caduceus - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Jill LowyHermes’ staff of life, called the “Caduceus” is an external representation of the internal energy pathways and their intersections at certain centers called “chakras”. Chakra means “wheels of energy”. These energy centers are symbolized on the caduceus by the crisscrossing of the serpents along ...
Views: 3628(2 votes) - Don't defend yourself - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Michael KewleyOur usual way of being is to live in accordance with the rules and regulations set down by others. The play other people's games. They tell us what is right and what is wrong, and most importantly, how we should behave. This is simply conditioning by our parents, our educational system and ...
Views: 1688(2 votes) - Eleven Steps to Self Awareness. - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2010 from Marshall ZaleThe integration of self-understanding and love of others is a powerful interface. It is a required journey for every human being regardless of occupation, economic status or belief system. Practicing self awareness, leads to consciousness, the proper awareness outside of one’s true self. This ...
Views: 1475(4 votes) - Guided Meditation - Instant Benefits for Busy People - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Nigel CoatesWe live in a busy world. There is never enough time! Our priority lists start with the necessities such as family, work, cleaning and eating, and only when we juggle or sacrifice do we find the time for hobbies, personal development and dare I say it, Relaxation. And by relaxation I don't mean ...
Views: 2250(2 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) - How to Meditate in Your Own Style - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2011 from Melissa KittoWe all know that it’s important to take some time out to meditate daily. It’s one of those many things on the to-do list of being a “good and efficient” person. Along with nurturing your relationship, spending quality time with your kids, cooking healthy meals, exercising, reading, organizing ...
Views: 1323(2 votes) - Meditating as part of your Game Plan - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2011 from Karen StHilaire"Don't get so caught up in the Game that you don't have time for meditation and prayer." Karen St. Hilaire A popular answer to 'how's work' or 'how's life' is usually something in the area of- “I'm in the game or I'm in the fight.” In the song 'Upgrade You', Beyonce’ sings "... Focus on your ...
Views: 675(2 votes) - Meditation for Health - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2009 from Puff RobertSimply put, meditation is sitting still and quieting your mind. It is the act of being totally present with “what is,” without making mental commentary. When you meditate, you are in the most pristine, natural state of being. In other words, your mind is quiet and you are “just being.” Think of ...
Views: 831(2 votes) - Meditation, Einstein and Living in the Moment: Has Your Life Gone to the Dogs? - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Dr. Robert PuffI have an assistant at my work named Einstein. He’s a yellow lab and he’s been coming to work with me for about twelve years now, since he was a puppy. Though he’s a great help with children and other clients that I see in private practice, helping them feel comfortable; he’s an ever greater ...
Views: 1165(2 votes) - Personal Development and Peace of Mind - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Willie HortonHow do you achieve lasting peace of mind? Well, the answer is in both the question and the title of this article. You find it within, in your mind, where else would you expect to find it! It doesn’t matter what is going on around you, what is happening in your life or who is doing what to ...
Views: 2714(2 votes) - Psychokinesis: How to Develop Your Inner Power - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Laura SilvaPsychokinesis, more commonly referred to as telekinesis, has been documented since ancient times. It is defined as the process of mind over matter, and is derived from the Greek words ‘psyche,’ which means life, soul, and breath, and ‘kinein,’ which means to move. When most people think of ...
Views: 3933(2 votes) - Relieve Your Stress With Meditation - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Louann VertreesMost of us lead busy, fast-paced lives. We have too much to do and too little time, and may be dealing with career pressures, family difficulties, or financial problems on top of everything else. Doctors have known for some time that there is a direct link between stress and a variety of ...
Views: 1099(2 votes) - 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: 1457(2 votes) - Tarot Affirmations - Queen of Cups, for Intuition, Insight, and Answers - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2009 from Suzi DronzekTarot Affirmations - Queen of Cups, for Intuition, Insight, and Answers About: 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 ...
Views: 2828(4 votes) - Techniques To Finding Purpose - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from Kimberly PhillipsFinding your life purpose can be a healing journey. Purpose elevates confusion and brings in clarity. Your life passion gives you a reason for living. There are techniques to discovering your life purose. The two basic technniques to finding your life mission is both spiritual and physical. ...
Views: 2200(4 votes) - The Truth about Meditation - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Kip Mazuy"According to your mind, bliss and freedom are just around the corner. It will be in the next book you read, the next Guru you see, the next diet, the next spiritual movement. And somehow the idea of meditation gets woven into all of this. But meditation is the ...
Views: 691(4 votes) - What is Qigong? - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Rev. Keith HallQigong (Qi Gong, Chi gong, or Chi Kung, ) is a system of Taoist exercise and meditation developed at least 4000 years ago in China. The word "qigong" perhaps can be best translated as "energy mastery." It is a method of balancing mind, body, emotions, and spirit through a series of external and ...
Views: 1262(4 votes) - 5 Steps to Emotional Healing for eating disorder sufferers. - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2010 from Dr. Irina WebsterSince eating disorders are rooted in emotional conflicts, the solution for the problem can be found in emotional healing. Emotional healing doesn’t happen instantly; it is a process. Many existing treatments nowadays promote only a physical fix while the emotional component is severely ...
Views: 1993(7 votes) - ***The Buddha Was Not Enlightened - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2010 from Steven SashenAlright, let’s talk about the "E-Word," one of those combinations of letters that carries almost as much baggage as the c-word or the n-word, depending, of course, on who you hang with and what country you call home. People argue about this word; they criticize it; they make up stories about ...
Views: 1896(5 votes) - ***How to Learn Buddhist Meditation Techniques - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2009 from Steven SashenBack when I started doing Buddhist meditation in the ‘70’s, it was hard to find any Buddhist books or Buddhist retreats or Buddhist meditation classes or any information of any kind at all that could help me learn a daily Buddhist meditation practice. If you started talking about the "Dalai ...
Views: 1794(6 votes) - ***How To Learn Zen Meditation - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2010 from Steven SashenWould you like to learn Zen meditation? If you do, then you have to make a decision: would you prefer to sit staring at a blank wall, or would you like to have an idea what other meditators in the room look like? Actually, there’s another decision involved: do you want your progress ...
Views: 1232(3 votes) - ***Prayer Meditation – Fulfilling Your True Desires - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2010 from Steven SashenAre meditation and prayers the same thing? Some traditions use the words meditation and prayer interchangeably. You can find Jewish and Hindu and Catholic and Buddhist meditation practices that require the repetition or contemplation of a particular religious passage or concept. To ...
Views: 1410(3 votes) - ***What is Meditation? - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2010 from Steven SashenTo some people, meditation means sitting in a dark cave on top of a mountain in a loin cloth, burning incense and chanting some foreign Sanskrit word while eating nothing but tree bark. Other people define meditation as a state they experience while participating in an activity they are ...
Views: 1429(3 votes) - Master Meditation Manifestation - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2010 from Stephen FrostThis preceding week I have enjoyed supplementary moments to journey into meditation than I had been able to get for a long time, exciting as soon as you at that time consider that a whole load of things which I had been working upon through respective aspects from my life suddenly began to ...
Views: 1957(3 votes) - Meditation and Pranic Healing improve lives of homeless - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2009 from Michael BorokhovskySince 1963, St. John’s Hospice is a program of catholic social services of Philadelphia, a temporary home for 52 homeless residents. An all-man shelter hosts people from all backgrounds and all walks of life. My wife Natalie, my son Ben and I went there for the first time about 4 years ago. We ...
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