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Meditation Technique to Attain Self Realization Why Meditate? Compelling Benefits and Miracles of Meditation- What are essentials for travel and yoga in Goa - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2019 from Digitize brandWhat are essentials for travel and yoga in Goa Yoga is a spiritual practice of specific bodily postures, breath control and meditation that makes the body and soul peaceful. In this fast life, most of the people are having a stressful mind. For them anti-depressants don’t even work, then yoga ...
Views: 670 - What Are Mala Beads? - by Submitted on May 28, 2019 from Marcella GrantMala necklaces and bracelets are increasing in popularity and are used during meditation, or worn as jewelry. They are seen as bracelets, necklaces, and on the altars of meditation devotees and at the top of mats of yoga practitioners. These beautiful necklaces often hold special significance ...
Views: 739 - 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 - What Are the Chakras? - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2011 from Dion DalyChakras are seven centres of motions of the essential life force (prana). They are part of the subtle energy system and have a vital part to play in healing and health. They are basically subtle energy transformers, and are located on a physical level all along the spinal column and ...
Views: 828 - What are the effects of meditation? - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2011 from Laura SilvaWe see the outer world through our open eyes and when we close them, and look into our inner Self, through our third eye, it is called a state of Meditation. There are thousands and thousands of thoughts running through our mind every second and the gap between the two consecutive thoughts is ...
Views: 1086 - What can you expect in Yoga Retreat or Teacher Training in Goa? - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2021 from rishiguna yogashalaThe transformational Yogic journey encompasses multitudes of philosophical ideas and theoretical implications that ultimately lead you towards wisdom and awareness. The extensive dimensions of Yoga allow you to discover the best in you by inculcating the notions of spiritual knowledge and ...
Views: 580 - What can you expect in Yoga Retreat or Teacher Training in Goa? - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2021 from rishiguna yogashalaThe transformational Yogic journey encompasses multitudes of philosophical ideas and theoretical implications that ultimately lead you towards wisdom and awareness. The extensive dimensions of Yoga allow you to discover the best in you by inculcating the notions of spiritual knowledge and ...
Views: 560 - What Causes Stress: Formula for Creating a Negative Emotional Block - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Sheryl StantonDo you want to know what causes stress or why you have the life stress that you’re experiencing? This simple formula might be helpful: EVENT + PERCEPTION You start with an Event, which is neutral; it is neither good nor bad. You then filter it through your Mental Perception ...
Views: 1536 - What Do You Want? - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2008 from Steven SadleirWhat do you want? What do you want from life? Do you know that you can create whatever you want? If there is any part of you that doubts that, the first step is to clear that limiting belief out of your mind. It doesn't serve you anymore. The more open you are to receive, the more you will ...
Views: 843 - What Does It Mean to be One? - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2011 from Lateef Terrell WarnickEssentially all religions and scriptures say the universe began with God which is/was the Singularity of all. In this beginning there was nothing before this Spirit and this Spirit is ever-existent beyond the concepts of all time and phenomena. No man is capable of saying how, why or when it all ...
Views: 1260 - What does Meditation music do to you? - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2010 from Werner BoerschPersonally I belief that it is possible for anyone to live a life of happiness,inner peace, and outward success, no matter what their present or past circumstances. There are very real methods anyone can use to achieve these things-if they are willing to make the necessary changes in how ...
Views: 1231 - What is Chinese Medicine? - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Martin EisenWhat is Chinese Medicine? What are the Characteristics of TCM? TCM, unlike western medicine, is holistic. The body is inseparable from the rest of nature. It automatically regulates its internal function to adopt to the regular changes that recur in the environment. Every part of the body, ...
Views: 2591 - What is Chinese Medicine? - by What is Chinese Medicine?
What are the Characteristics of TCM?
TCM, unlike western medicine, is holistic. The body is inseparable from the rest of nature. It automatically regulates its internal function to adopt to the regular changes that recur in the environment. Every part of the body, ...
Views: 1026 - What is clairvoyance and how is a psychic path a spiritual one? - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from MaryEllen O'BrienClairvoyance: the word itself has French origins from the 19th century — “clair” means clear, “voir” means to see. To see clearly. In the word's meaning there is nothing about seeing the future. It’s about perceiving clearly the present, and at times visions of clarity seeing the past, and ...
Views: 1594 - What Is God? - by Submitted on May 04, 2012 from Frans LangenkampCan we define God or can we describe him accurately? To answer this question, I would like to start with a counter question: can we define and adequately describe a pebble? The answer to this question is ‘Yes’ for those of us who have seen a pebble and held it in their hand. The answer is ‘No’ ...
Views: 1351 - What is Meant by the Term ‘Meditation’? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2021 from santosh krinskyWe are asked to meditate and for most, the question arises, what is meditation? How do i do it and what is supposed to happen when I meditate. Those with an active or highly devotional nature may find it difficult to sit for formal meditation, but for those who have a developed mental process, ...
Views: 617 - What is Meditation - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Svetlana AntonyshynWhat is M E D I T A T I O N and what it is for? Meditation is a simple process of quieting your mind. Why would you need to quiet your mind? How about for a day you become an “observer” of your thoughts? Sure enough, you will notice that thoughts are constantly running through your ...
Views: 1848 - What Is Meditation And How It Helps - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2008 from Peter samsMeditation—that great and mysterious subject which in the past has always conjured up the image of the solitary Asian ascetic sitting in deep trance—is fast appearing in unexpected places throughout modern American culture. Secretaries are doing it as part of their daily noon yoga ...
Views: 586 - What Is Meditation? - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2007 from Michael DenneyWhat is Meditation? I have been teaching meditation for 20 years and frequently a prospective student will say to me, "I would like to learn to meditate, but I just don’t have the patience for it. My brain just keeps buzzing around and I can’t seem to sit still long enough to empty ...
Views: 2734 - What is Meditation? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from S. Evette GardnerHow can I become more spiritually aware? Is there anything that I can do to facilitate my spiritual growth? The time-honored advice in answer to these questions is meditate. But what exactly does this mean, I used to wonder. What is meditation? I was bothered by this question for a long time ...
Views: 910 - What is meditation? - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2011 from Jon LovgrenWhat IS meditation? Where is the first place you turn when you are looking for a definition? Usually, Merriam-Websters dictionary, so let's go ahead and start there. Definition of MEDITATE intransitive verb 1: to engage in contemplation or reflection 2: to engage in mental exercise ...
Views: 932 - What is Meditation? - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2012 from Sunil SharmaMeditation is often associated with either relaxation or spirituality. It can be either a relaxation technique or a spiritual practice - both of these are just specific applications of meditation. Meditation is a method of changing your state of consciousness. Many texts commonly refer to the ...
Views: 1068 - What is Meditation? - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2017 from Usama MalikMeditation is a way of training the brain just as fitness is a way to train the entire body. As there are a lot of meditation methods exist -- so how can you learn how to meditate? As we know that there are different types of meditation so how could you know which one is better. Below I will ...
Views: 1091 - What is Mindfulness Anyway? - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Sarah McLeanWhat are you doing right now? You are probably sitting and reading this. But what else are you doing? Thinking? Eating? Listening to music? Spending time with your family? “Mindfulness means paying attention in a particular way: On purpose, in the present moment, and nonjudgmentally.” I like ...
Views: 1034 - What is Sahaja Meditation?Submitted on Oct 18, 2010 from Sahaja MeditationSahaja Meditation is a simple technique that lets you tap into your subtle inner energy system and harness its power to become better balanced and better connected to yourself — emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Even at its most fundamental level, Sahaja Meditation can offer important ...
Views: 2599 - What is Sattvik Diet or Yogic Diet - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2020 from addision smithAccording to Ayurveda, "Sattva" means anything that is pure in quality. A Sattvic diet is one that promotes the purity of both mind and body. It is a way of life and more than just vegetarianism. The Ayurveda believes the impact of various elements on the food being prepared and on the health of ...
Views: 825 - 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: 1425 - What Is The Difference Between The Perception Of God Religion And Spirituality - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from GS VirkThe human mind does not want to experience God, but to catch it by becoming a specialist in religion and spirituality. All believers of religion and spirituality are because God is one. However, the perception of God's name, logo and technology differ according to the religion of faith and ...
Views: 1545 - What is the Purpose of Living? - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Laura SilvaMany people have asked themselves at some point or what is the purpose of living. Honestly, the answer can vary depending on the perspective that an individual has about this particular topic. Some people view the discussion of finding your purpose of life as a philosophical matter that is very ...
Views: 1287 - 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, ...
Views: 1080 - What kind of ground is your heart? – Part 1 - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2012 from Kemi OyesolaThere are 4 kinds of ground. The Good Book, the Bible describe them as: Wayside, Stony Ground, Among Thorns and Good Ground. On each type of ground, there was an occurence. Each occurence took place depending on the kind of ground. The ground dictated what happened to the seeds that fell ...
Views: 2868 - What Lies Beneath Our Consciousness? - by Submitted on May 10, 2008 from E. (anagarika eddie) Raymond RockBelow our conscious mind is a stream of subconscious, emotional activity. Buddhists call this stream the Life Continuum Consciousness, or the Bhavanga. Sometimes we call it just karma. It is what remains with us from lifetime to lifetime and impels us to do what we do, whether they are good ...
Views: 610 - What Shakespeare Can Teach Us About Enlightenment: All the world’s a stage - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2012 from Dr. Robert PuffWhen I was an undergraduate at university many years ago, my deep enjoyment and love for the works of William Shakespeare blossomed. I had the privilege of taking a Shakespearean class and then during one summer in my undergraduate years, I was able to travel through Europe inexpensively on a ...
Views: 2928 - What to Do When You Lose Energy Around Something - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2013 from Mary Ann RobbatHave you ever had a bright idea that excited you and sounded incredible? Your energy was flowing and you couldn’t wait to get started or move to the next step. So you decide to commit yourself to it and begin. This happens all the time to me. I will have lots of great ideas for myself, my ...
Views: 1379 - What Tools do you Have in your Tool Box? - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Avil BeckfordWhen fear envelops you, how do you ride it through? When panic or anxiety overcomes you, how do you respond? When you find yourself confronted with regrettable situations, what do you do? To achieve true success we have to master our emotions and master our SELF. But how can we do ...
Views: 1554 - What You Focus on Expands (So Focus Wisely!) - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2015 from Jason DemakisIf you’re experiencing states such as frustration, aggravation, or disappointment in life – this is a clear sign that you’re anchoring and attracting the type of reality you don’t want. The key to solving this issue involves raising your consciousness in the following way: How do we anchor ...
Views: 1344 - What You Focus On Relaxes - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Christopher EdgarA common idea in personal development circles is that “what you focus on expands.” For instance, if you’re feeling sad, focusing your attention on your sadness will only make you sadder. Instead, you need to distract yourself from your sadness by visualizing rainbows, playing with your cat, or ...
Views: 903 - What You Need to Know About Mediation - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2013 from Scott & Stephen PetulloIt seems that the truth about meditation is absolutely shrouded in mystery, based on the feedback we typically get from everyday acquaintances upon mentioning that we meditate regularly. You would think the truth about meditation has to do with flighty cosmonauts wasting time chasing ...
Views: 1193 - What's the meaning of meditation - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Joel SkipperThis question gets asked very often, and there is nearly just as many different answers. The term Meditation gets Google 1,800,000 times a month, that's over 60,000 times every single day, not including all the different languages. If you Google the question, you will get many different ...
Views: 1023 - When Silence Isn't Serene - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2007 from Paula GregorowiczWhen Silence Isn’t Serene I talk a lot about the importance of silence and meditation in living a comfortable in your own skin life. Those ancient and modern spiritual teachers know what they are talking about. Only in silence can you truly listen. Only when you quiet chatter and ...
Views: 1014 - 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: 1097 - When to meditate. - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2011 from Jon LovgrenAny time is a good time to meditate; however, at a minimum, twice per day, although this is one case where more definitely IS better. The best times to meditate are in the morning upon awakening, and at night, before going to sleep, and if you can, at lunch time or mid-day. While it is better ...
Views: 946 - When to Utilise Independent Conflict Resolution Processes - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2011 from Francis PortisfordDisputes arise all the time and in every imaginable context. Some of these are insignificant whilst others can be extremely serious. In the context of the workplace, it is an important management skill to be able to tell the difference between a short-lived dispute that will have little lasting ...
Views: 712 - Where Do 'You' Go When You Meditate? - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2008 from Ron Scolastico_________________________________________________ Your day to day life is lived in a way that involves several distinct “levels” of reality. If you have an ongoing practice of meditation, you can take fascinating journeys through those different levels. You are clearly aware of an ...
Views: 3271 - Where to Meditate. - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2011 from Jon Lovgren...Pretty much wherever your feet are planted. Actually, that is not as difficult as it first seems. When you consider that we now have a different idea about meditation and whenever we are lost in our thoughts and in the moment, that is a form of meditation. Another thing to keep in mind... ...
Views: 971 - Which Type of Meditation is Right for You? - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2017 from Lilu SahooThough meditation is an old tradition, it is still considered as the best way to stay calm all over the world. Due to increasing stress and busy schedules, a person is not able to concentrate on his or her important roles and responsibilities. Therefore, meditation can help you out in ...
Views: 1434 - WHO OR WHAT TRULY IS GOD ? - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2013 from SADIQ CHUKS ORJIHave you ever stopped to ask yourself: How did all living things start to be here on this Earth? Of what exact origin is the Heavens and the Earth and the Sun and the Moon and the Stars? Did Humans and every Earthling thing get here by Sudden, by Creation, or by Evolution? Why do we even ...
Views: 986 - Who Am I? by Elysha - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2010 from Elysha ElyshaWho Am I? You cannot see your self - you can only see what you are not. What you are is the very 'thing' that gives birth to all life, sustains that very life and then destroys that very life. You are that which constitutes the energy that is forever arising. It is beyond its own ...
Views: 1534 - Who should meditate? - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2011 from Jon LovgrenIt is my belief that everyone should meditate. Now normally I would not say 'should', because that is akin to me imposing my beliefs on you. Not a good idea; however, in this instance, I don't see that as a selfish thing. Meditation is so good for everyone that I truly believe it should be a ...
Views: 1201 - Who You Are, Who You Are Not: A New Meditation for Challenging Times - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2009 from Brian NicolettiFor the worried, the stressed, the overwhelmed, the lonely, the displaced, the desperate, the sick, the heartbroken, the confused, the paralyzed, the angry, the lost, the human, I created and offer this meditation. My hope is that reading it, re-reading it when necessary, and passing it on to ...
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