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Jose Silva's first exposure to psychology came in the military. When he was mentally evaluated prior to entry, Silva became fascinated with the psychologist's questioning, and decided he wanted to know more about the field. Although he was never formally schooled, he had taught himself to read ... Views: 2356
The secret benefits of Guided Meditation are the subtle effects that happen quietly in the background without your conscious awareness.
The first term I will introduce is Homeostasis. (Just read it slowly and that is how it is meant to sound)
Homeostasis is when the different systems of ... Views: 2356
A machine does what it is programmed to do until it eventually breaks down. Until then, it repeats its limited, repetitive actions endlessly.
As human beings we are programmed as well, by our culture, our traditions, our education, but most importantly by our minds. There is usually very ... Views: 2354
How do you actually communicate with God?
This question brings up another for me - is it anything like communicating with another person?
Yes indeed. The skills we use for communicating with God are the same ones we use for communicating with each other.
So what defines good, effective ... Views: 2353
Would 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: 2349
It's no secret that many of us strive towards finding that sense of Peace that we know is within us. Yet, far too often life situations and circumstances that are beyond control have a tendency to move us away from recognizing that Peace within ourselves.
How would your situation change if you ... Views: 2349
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 enhancing one's perspective, confidence, and productivity. Becoming part of the ... Views: 2343
Most westerners just don't meditate. Our culture is a culture of “doers”. We do so much, or think about doing so much, that we tend not to develop any inward awareness until we can’t do something we want to do. In those cases we typically experience a negative emotion. A culture like ours that ... Views: 2342
The purpose of meditation is to help us realize union with God and our God Self (also called: Monad or Mighty I AM Presence or Eternal Self). The purpose of meditation is to reveal our True Self.
We are one with God – always have been, always will be, and are so right now. We are our God ... Views: 2329
Qigong, Immunity, and Influenza
With debate raging over the efficacy and side effects of the H1N1 flu vaccine, which contains mercury (as thimerosal) and may contain other adjuvants, perhaps it is appropriate to consider carefully some natural alternatives to increase one's immune response. ... Views: 2327
When we meditate, we penetrate through deeper layers of our being and receive the precious knowledge that God manifests in us. God can manifest in us as energy, light and consciousness. Only the meditative pure love from our hearts can develop the atom of the Self, releasing the Divine energy ... Views: 2317
Mindfulness meditation is really the essence of meditation and yoga. And if you practice this Zen technique given below not only in your sitting meditation but in your day-to-day life, it will help lead you into deep states of meditation and even self realization. Your natural experience of ... Views: 2315
All about lucid dreaming and how to lucid dream, dream control and learning how to understand your dream meanings by being aware of your subconscious mind in dreams. Improve your waking life by learning in your sleep.
Lucid dreaming is one of my personal favorite topics to discuss, and ... Views: 2312
There has been so much talk over the last few years about how we attract energy that is similar to our own. Like attracts like so whatever energy you are vibrating that is what you will attract back into your life. I have heard many people say that if you want to attract love into your life ... Views: 2308
That which is looked upon by one generation
as the apex of human knowledge
is often considered an absurdity in the next,
and what is regarded as a superstition in one century,
may form the basis of science for the following one!
Paracelsus, sixteenth-century European Alchemist
I have ... Views: 2307
I sat on my front porch this morning, journal and pen in hand, enjoying a bit of sunshine and quiet time.
As I tuned in to the sensory-rich environment, I wondered again if others experience things as I do. I could hear a long, lonely train whistle in the ‘far distance’, the sound of the ... Views: 2297
Millions of people all over the world use meditation techniques to relax and restore their bodies and their minds. One of the most beneficial meditation techniques is called guided imagery meditation. Guided imagery uses music along with verbal suggestions that paint a picture in your mind to ... Views: 2292
Presencing™: Growth, Meditation, Manifestation
Presencing™ is a method of self-inquiry that scans the body, mind, and emotions for what is Present at that time. What is present is often the tip of the iceberg, a barely recognizable “feeler” put out by your higher self to try and get your ... Views: 2292
Buddhism is slowly and steadily becoming one of the most followed religions of the world. Among various sacred elements, two of the most prominent things that we hear about Buddhism are Buddhist monks and meditation. We will talk of about the significance that these two things hold in Buddhist ... Views: 2288
The zero point is a state of consciousness where no distance exists. This means that the beginning exists within the end, awareness exists with ignorance and power exists with impotence. The reason that this state is so powerful is due to the fact that healing, manifestation and empowerment ... Views: 2288
Our thoughts are our only "real" possessions. For wherever we go, whatever we do, they are always with us. They either uplift and inspire us or they burden us with negativity and heaviness. I would like to explore the role of thought in our life and how powerful our thoughts and their subsequent ... Views: 2281
It is crucial to remove negative energy as an essential part of our everyday lives in order to maintain our state of mind and to stay happy. However, negative energy is a negative aura that surrounds us, creating grief, depression and numerous setbacks for us if we don't act fast to ward it off ... Views: 2279
Riding 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
Tantric sex activates energy centers in our spine affecting our health, mind, emotions and spirit. But, just like driving around in LA, getting around this tantra grid is impossible without some guidance, a map to follow, good eyesight and a reliable car. Then all you have to do is fasten your ... Views: 2275
Years ago meditating was a huge part of my daily regimen. As time went on I kept meditating, but I did not stick to any set schedule. Within the last year I have been working on meditating more. I am quite pleased with my progress.
I had a vision of an Indian man riding a horse. I focused ... Views: 2260
Last 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
I am Melek Metatron. With the words OMAR TA SATT I greet you as what I am: the Eye of God.
With the entire love of the light embedded in the glow of the radiance of the Divine Thought Field I turn towards you, my dear divine human being on Earth. Thinner and thinner the veils are becoming, ... Views: 2256
We 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
If you want more peace and bliss in your life, whether you want to attain enlightenment and states of oneness or you are simply interested in deep relaxation, yoga and healing, then you probably already know that meditation is the best thing you can do. In this short article about meditation, ... Views: 2249
People are more curious about meditation lately because each day we learn about different benefits of meditation. Although meditation techniques have common benefits, some techniqes can be more beneficial in some cases.
If you are planning to start meditation or just curious if you could ... Views: 2247
To understand the Buddhist meditation techniques, you have to go through the Buddhist phenomena. In Buddha’s immense discourse, the ‘Sutta’ and ‘Maha-Satipatthana’, it is very clearly written about the practice of mindfulness. It also discloses the objects and the way of achieving the ... Views: 2242
Geshe Kelsang Gyatso said that "patience is a mind that is able to accept, fully and happily, whatever occurs." And Shantideva stated, "If something can be remedied why be unhappy about it? And if there is no remedy for it, there is still no point in being unhappy." When people have undergone ... Views: 2242
In this article I will reveal a simple yet powerful grounding exercise. But why would you need a grounding exercise? Because it will help you get connected with your center. Your center is that thing you need in difficult times. Your center will be there to help you overcome any problem that ... Views: 2241
Thirty two years ago I officially stepped on "the path," the sacred path. It is a journey that one takes perhaps in many lifetimes. Within three months I started my work with massage, I began my weekly metaphysics classes, and my beautiful sister Donna was diagnosed with terminal cancer. I ... Views: 2240
Alternative Stress Solutions #2
Why I Meditate
My spiritual journey officially began many years ago as a result of becoming involved in a Twelve- step program. Al-anon not only saved my life, my marriage, and my sanity. It also opened a door into a world of continuous excitement ... Views: 2240
Once, King Divodas’ son Pratardan wished to see heaven. Taking commands from his father Pratardan went to heaven. Indra was greatly impressed by Pratardan’s enterprise and war oriented skills. He respectfully welcomed Pratardan and said: How can I serve you? Pratardan replied: Lord! I have ... Views: 2239
The following is a script for a healing meditation. This is based on one of the meditations I have been using for my own healing. Use this as a beginning. Read through it several times until you get the basic idea. Your meditation should be and will be specific for your intentions and beliefs, ... Views: 2230
How to balance your chakras is a question which can not be answered with ease if you are not very well aware of your holistic health. There are several aspects included in it and you can not attain a perfect level of your life if you are not too sure that how to balance your chakras. You may ... Views: 2229
The meaning of Eastern in this article derives from a combination of the original teachings of the Buddha, Confucius, Lao Tzu, Sufism, and others as understood by me but does not mean to imply that all people in the east are this way, just the teachings. The western way is traditional ... Views: 2227
I was a child of the 60's when I first learned about the dawning of the Age of Aquarius...I would listen to the lyrics of the songs from Hair all the time.
"When the moon is in the Seventh House
And Jupiter aligns with Mars
Then peace will guide the planets
And love will steer the stars" ... Views: 2223
Ironically the most successful communication and information tool of our time the Internet is also the best at shattering our concentration. With the number of gadgets everyone has along with the always on attitude it's become so hard to concentrate on anything for more than a few minutes. For ... Views: 2219
We are witnessing events of great magnitude on the Earth right now. Very recently we saw the latest in terms of catastrophe and suffering as we witnessed the collapse of cities and towns in Haiti. A small island nation has been rocked by an earthquake and has succumbed to the forces of the ... Views: 2219
You want to transform your life? Try guided meditation. Why? To transform your life, you must first change your thoughts and that’s the rub – how to change your thoughts from what is not working to what is…and again I answer with guided meditation.
Guided meditation helps create the space ... Views: 2217
Back Pain Relief: The Power of Meditation
Pain management is big business in health care. Health care estimates suggest that Americans spend over $100 Billion on back pain treatment. Lower back pain is a major cause of sick leave in the business world. We look to medication, surgery, ... Views: 2216
Manifesting meditation is the process of materializing our desires into the physical world. This is done through increasing the vibration within the body and visualizing our desired outcomes and experiences.
This can only be effective when we are fully able to stay connected to the feeling ... Views: 2215
"It is only in the depths of silence that the voice of God can be heard."
Sai Baba
It was Aleister Crowley who made a profound observation that I have always remembered from the time I first read it. He pointed out that there is one - and only one thing - in common in the lives of Jesus ... Views: 2214
Do you ever get the feeling that what your anxious about has little or nothing to do with what is actually happening? Many of us do, and it happens a lot. Anxiety is a concern or worry about past and/or future events, which is detrimental to being in the moment.
The real question is: how ... Views: 2206
A Liver Biopsy is the medical procedure which involves removing a small piece of liver tissue so that it can be examined under a microscope for various signs of any damage or disease related to the liver. The most important reason for Liver Biopsy is the detection of abnormal cells in liver such ... Views: 2203
Finding 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.
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Meditation
A guided meditation from Hethball and the Carriers of Light
These exercises will help you learn compassion. You will learn to feel and to be inside someone else, and you will experience an opening that goes far beyond you. You will find that there are places outside you ... Views: 2197