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Om mani padme hum....
The sun rising a prayer in La Cucina
over a simple vegetable stock
rejuvenation, food for heart and soul.
ready to break open the lock
...for humanity....
om mani padme hum....
Italia rises to receive more migrants
with a little fear in their heart...
'Tara' ... Views: 1164
In what ways have you pushed past your comfort zone with confidence, drive, and a strong desire to move forward into the destiny that is what you came here to do?
Did you know that you can tap into your own adventurous nature and determination so that you can do whatever is before you in this ... Views: 1164
The Kundalini is an energetic pathway in the body that runs from the base of your spine up along your spine, up the back of your head and out the top of your head.
There are many energetic pathways in the body but there are two main energy pathways. One moves up the center of the front of ... Views: 1164
We’ve all heard of it. Many have seen it. It’s the light seen in deep meditation – the “light” of enlightenment. To us it’s a metaphor. “Seeing the light;” like “opening your eyes,” and “awakening,” are just figures of speech, but we’re wrong here. Knowing the light’s source you can ... Views: 1164
Everything that is, everything that ever will be, everything that has ever been, can only occur because we are bearing witness to it. Everything exists simply because we are aware of it. Without us, nothing can be. The entire universe unfolds from our true self: our consciousness, which is also ... Views: 1163
Meditation is not going to help you.
Meditation will not make you more peaceful and calm. It’s not going to eliminate your stress. Meditation will not cure your disease. It’s not going to advance you spiritually. Meditation will not help you do better at your job or sport or hobby. Meditation ... Views: 1162
by Laura Jagla Skallerup B.S.NCTMB
I used to be a procrastinator when it came to my meditation practice. There were always too many other things demanding my attention and I would put off my daily reflection. Some days I would sit here, some days I would sit there, to be perfectly honest, I ... Views: 1162
Stress and depression are some of the problems that make people seek out meditation as a way out of their problems. There are two major types of depression - one is the type that is caused by external forces such as the way people treat you, circumstances around you, hardship, illness and other ... Views: 1161
If 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
From the first caveman to use a stone tool, problem solving has been part of the human experience. Our creative nature makes problem solving both enjoyable and necessary. No matter what career path you find yourself on, problems are bound to require solving. Sometimes problems seem daunting, ... Views: 1159
This week, I would like to share some thoughts on meditation, along with a guided imagery. To prepare for meditation, you may wish to do some yoga stretches to loosen your muscles and tendons before sitting. Find a comfortable place to sit where you won't be interrupted for at least 15 ... Views: 1157
Mantras are life changing statements spoken repeatedly with an aim to move one’s conscious into believing and living as the statement professes.
Mantras give medicine to the soul and calm the mind while bringing to life what your inner being yearns for.
Although mantras began in India from ... Views: 1156
People's lives today are filled with stress. There are incredibly few occasions in a fast-paced life that are free from tension and stress. In this type of setting, an excellent knowledge of meditation tips and tricks is necessary to retaining a relaxed mental state. By meditating regularly ... Views: 1156
Meditation is very difficult. To quiet the mind for even a few seconds is challenging let alone for 30 minutes. So why even do it? Meditation is not only a healthy practice but an access point to our higher self where we can access guidance from our spirit guides. Sounds like a worthwhile ... Views: 1156
What if Joyce dies before me? This is one of my greatest vulnerabilities.
Sure, I could die first. Statistically, women live longer than men. But this is not my vulnerability. My dying first brings up other feelings, like abandoning my true love, not being there to help her when she needs ... Views: 1155
"Your involvement with thinking
takes you out of this moment.
A thought arises,
you grab hold of it
and you are involved
with that thought,
you have no experience
of this present moment.
So if you surrender
every thought that arises
back into this moment
then you will begin ... Views: 1155
Yoga and blackberries, may not be the obvious combination. But the time is now ripe (in the UK at least) to put the two together.
Timing is everything in the land of blackberry picking. It is utterly crucial to success. Last year the time came and went, and I was left bereft of a freezer of ... Views: 1155
Om Tare Tuttare Ture Svaha
'she' continued to pray
where do these people
wander and play?
Om Tare Tuttare Ture Svaha
borders merging...
returning freedom to the heart
and the land to the people...
Are you ready for this day?
Om Tare Tuttare ture svaha
Flooding the ... Views: 1154
Music is one of the things that have been known to affect our spirit and mind, irrespective of the type that you are listening to. In order to determine the right type of music, you need to understand what you need it for. Therefore, when it comes to meditation, you need to select music that is ... Views: 1154
As you may already know, meditation has been proven to be one of the most effective ways to experience inner peace and happiness and dramatically improve every aspect of your life. So it can truly be a life changing event to learn how to meditate.
But let's face it, there is such an overload ... Views: 1154
A Channeled Message for March 2012 has been received by me. I would like to share it with you here.
"Be who you already are - a Divine being of Love and Light. No need to work at becoming at-one with God. You are already at-one. The challenge for you is to remember the truth of your being. I ... Views: 1153
It’s been called the monkey mind – the endless chattering in your head as you jump in your mind from thought to thought while you daydream, analyze your relationships, or worry over the future. Eventually, you start to feel like your thoughts are spinning in circles and you’re left totally ... Views: 1153
What would happen if when you suddenly found yourself feeling burdened by life's circumstances, in that moment you chose to become still?
All you need is to let yourself think that when you turn inward, you are affirming God's presence in and all around you.
As you already have probably ... Views: 1152
Mindfulness is a powerful tool that can be used to help us live peacefully and experience the joy that exists right now in this moment. Additionally, mindfulness is a free practice that we can start immediately. The following exercises are quick, easy, and simple ways to help us reconnect with ... Views: 1152
Meditation Mindfulness and Mules
When it comes to meditation it is easy to get confused as to just what is going on and how to figure it out. Because feelings of frustration are the first emotions usually encountered by beginners, which is natural by the way, I thought a little clarification ... Views: 1151
A Quick Preamble:
It’s been happening forever, is still happening now and will continue to happen …misinformation, poor education or training, ignorance or even just plain old-fashioned spite means meditation, along with certain foods, beverages and a whole load of other general ... Views: 1150
A Quick Preamble:
It’s been happening forever, is still happening now and will continue to happen …misinformation, poor education or training, ignorance or even just plain old-fashioned spite means meditation, along with certain foods, beverages and a whole load of other general ... Views: 1150
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Subjects:
Transmission of the Drops of Blessing
The White Priesthood
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I am who I am. I am who I have always been. I am who I shall always be. I am God’s Son. Born from the Source of Love I, Jesus the Christ, once went into the duality like you.
Now in this moment Jesus Christ ... Views: 1149
The alarm is ticking and here we open our eyes to this lovely morning. But did you see the sun rise when you were rising from your bed or the first thing was your phone? I am sure it was the latter.
We wake up in the morning with the phone in our hand, checking on what did we miss on social ... Views: 1149
The 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 sublime. Meditation is ... Views: 1149
You 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
Since I started practicing meditation, I have been trying out different things - little changes here and there - that although may sound small and petty, they have improved my meditation significantly and consistently.
I have written this article especially for people who have started doing ... Views: 1147
Beginners 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
There 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
Spirit spoke to me this morning in my dreams. It was one of those lovely dreams spaces, where I was conscious enough to know I was dreaming but not enough to lose the magic of what was happening. And then I woke up.
Say what? Did that really happen? I dreamed that I had fallen in love with ... Views: 1144
Meditation is something accessible to everyone. You don’t need special equipment, you don’t need special tools or accessories. Anytime, anywhere, meditation is available to you.
There are ways to get a little more from your meditation, however. Sometimes it’s something as simple as being ... Views: 1143
Childhood is often considered as the time when a person should be carefree without stress and complications of life. But truth be told, this is the time to build the child’s character, habits, concentration level and make sure he focuses on his life and well-being in general. Besides, life is ... Views: 1143
Why Meditate?
Scientists and doctors study meditation and recommend it. Meditation is now proven to be more than just a ‘warm and fuzzy’ feeling. It works. So there are many reasons why people begin to meditate. Some learn meditation to become more relaxed, for improvement in ... Views: 1142
Praying is asking for help, and meditation is the act of receiving. Some people get so concerned about procedure when they hear the word meditation that they never actually meditate. They have this worry that they have to sit in a particular position for an extended period of time. It does not ... Views: 1141
Meditation or dhyan is a key part of Hindu life. Old sages and rishis used to exercise meditation for years. Deep meditation enabled them to accomplish the toughest task kin life. By dint rigorous meditation in adverse climate, the sages often could satisfy the Gods and got boons from ... Views: 1141
THE MEANING OF DHYANA:- The real menaing of dhyana is to turn your inner senses on the right tract, to become stable in your nature and not to indulge in excesses.
PSYCHO-SPIRITUAL MECHANISM OF DHYANA:- The first and foremost thing in dhyana is to be cautious, not to let it deivate from the ... Views: 1140
The main emphasis of this book and videos that is lacking in other similar meditation and Qigong books is in activating and developing your energy bubble, also called merkaba (lightbody) or EMF (electromagnetic field) that, I believe, is the missing ancient divine key for healing, inner ... Views: 1139
Would learning to do meditation yoga techniques create more peace for your body-mind?
Yoga and meditation both demonstrate how the mind and body are interdependent. If you relax the body with yoga, the mind will get the hint, too. If you calm the mind with meditation, then the body can let ... Views: 1138
The New York subway used to be my meditation room. Somehow, the noise in the background of the subway served to drown out the noise in the background of my mind and made it much easier to concentrate.
When I was in grad school, as I rode from Greenwich Village to Columbia University, I could ... Views: 1138
It is crucial at the outset of this article to note that yoga is of a spiritual nature and everything in existence is actually spiritual, since it came from the spiritual world originally. This is all factual and part of true celestial history. Many of us are well aware that the entire material ... Views: 1136
Meditation Tips: Sort Out Your Seating
Meditation is a very effective method of stress reduction and it promotes physical, mental and emotional health and well-being. Since the majority of people meditate while they are seated it's important that you get it right.
Why? Well by learning to ... Views: 1136
Most 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
I like to start giving
psychic readings, everyday I
start with a good clearing of energy and recharging of energy at my reading table. Much like jogger limbers up with stretching techniques before actually starting in on his or her run or race, I warm up too.
My basic ... Views: 1132
Have you ever taken a power nap? Then, you know how refreshing you feel once you are awake and have stretched out your body. It has been scientifically proven how much good a power nap will do for someone who is in a stressful job or situation. Think how much better you would feel if you could ... Views: 1132
We live in our mind with all its limitations, ideas and thoughts and most of us feel very comfortable there. Some of us live with a brief glimpse of our spirit, but many of us never see it at all. Knowing our spirit and blending it with our mind opens many possibilities in life.
Our thoughts ... Views: 1132