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- Wise Reminders From Galileo - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2022 from Scott & Stephen PetulloGalileo di Vincenzo Bonaiuti de' Galilei (February 15th, 1564 – January 8th 1642), known as Galileo, was an Italian astronomer, engineer, and physicist. Galileo has been called the father of observational astronomy, modern science modern physics, and the scientific. Galileo's championing of ...
Views: 1 - The Real Definition of Karma - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2022 from Scott & Stephen PetulloMore than 2000 years ago, the concept of karma was clearly defined in Buddhist teachings and Hindu texts such as the Mahabharata: Karma is inextricably linked to reincarnation and a person’s actions dictate the circumstances in his future lives. The concept is straightforward without much ...
Views: 13 - The Real Definition of Karma - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2022 from Scott & Stephen PetulloMore than 2000 years ago, the concept of karma was clearly defined in Buddhist teachings and Hindu texts such as the Mahabharata: Karma is inextricably linked to reincarnation and a person’s actions dictate the circumstances in his future lives. The concept is straightforward without much ...
Views: 13 - The Real Definition of Karma - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2022 from Scott & Stephen PetulloMore than 2000 years ago, the concept of karma was clearly defined in Buddhist teachings and Hindu texts such as the Mahabharata: Karma is inextricably linked to reincarnation and a person’s actions dictate the circumstances in his future lives. The concept is straightforward without much ...
Views: 13 - Wise Words of Bruce Lee - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2022 from Scott & Stephen PetulloBruce Lee, born Lee Jun-fan (November 27, 1940 – July 20, 1973) was a Hong Kong and American martial artist, martial arts instructor, actor, director, screenwriter, producer, and philosopher. He’s considered to be the most influential martial artist of all time and helped change the way Asians ...
Views: 20 - Wise Words of Socrates - by Submitted on May 25, 2022 from Scott & Stephen PetulloSocrates (469-399 B.C.) was a Greek philosopher and one of the originators of Western philosophy. He is most known for the Socratic method, which involves repeatedly asking questions instead of relaying information. Due to his unconventional style and outspoken pursuit of the truth, he was ...
Views: 28 - Wise Reminders From Aristotle - by Submitted on May 09, 2022 from Scott & Stephen PetulloAristotle (384–322 BC) was a Greek philosopher taught by Plato. He wrote about many subjects and his philosophy continues to heavily influence almost every form of knowledge in the West. Below are words of wisdom from Aristotle. "Be a free thinker and don't accept everything you hear ...
Views: 37 - Wise Words of Leo Tolstoy - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2022 from Scott & Stephen PetulloLeo Tolstoy (September 9, 1828—November 20, 1910) was a Russian writer and is recognized as one of the greatest authors of all time. War and Peace is widely considered his best work. Below we list some words of wisdom from Leo Tolstoy. “The more we live by our intellect, the less we ...
Views: 35 - Wise Reminders From Voltaire - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2022 from Scott & Stephen PetulloFrançois-Marie Arouet (November 21st, 1694 – May 30th, 1778), also known as his pen name Voltaire, was one of the first internationally successful writers. He wrote more than 2,000 books and pamphlets and 20,000 letters, along with plays, essays, poems, and scientific expositions. He was an ...
Views: 50 - Wise Words of Nelson Mandela - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2022 from Scott & Stephen PetulloNelson Mandela (July 18, 1918—December 5, 2013) was an anti-apartheid revolutionary who was targeted by the South African ruling elite, charged with treason, and sent to prison. He never gave up fighting for human rights and after his release from prison, eventually became president of South ...
Views: 56 - Wise Reminders From Benjamin Franklin - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2022 from Scott & Stephen PetulloBenjamin Franklin was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States and helped draft the United States Declaration of Independence. He was also the first United States postmaster general, founder of many civic organizations, and a printer, publisher, scientist, inventor, writer, and ...
Views: 55 - Wise Reminders From Plato - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2022 from Scott & Stephen PetulloPlato (429--347 BC), the Greek philosopher, is known as one of the greatest and most influential philosophers of the ancient world. The academy he founded, one of the first Western schools to offer higher learning, helped shape how we structure schools and universities today. Besides philosophy, ...
Views: 68 - Where can i get the best psychic email reading online? - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2021 from Pearls of WisdomWhere can I get the best psychic email reading online? To be the best it must tick a lot of boxes. It must be honest and truthful. Sadly many consult just anyone who calls themselves a clairvoyant or tarot reader, usually because they are willing to "help" them straight away without a wait ...
Views: 85 - Wise Reminders From Dalai Lama - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2021 from Scott & Stephen PetulloDalai Lama is a title of the spiritual leader of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism. The current and 14th Dalai Lama is Tenzin Gyatso, who lives in India as a refugee. Below are some words of wisdom by Dalai Lama. "There are only two days in the year that nothing can be done. One is called ...
Views: 110 - 2022 Astrological and Numerological Excerpts - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2021 from Scott & Stephen PetulloHermes Trismegistus, the author named in the text of the enigmatic Emerald Tablet, said, “That which is below is like that which is above and that which is above is like that is below.” According to the Hermetic tradition, occult sciences such as astrology and numerology symbolize events and ...
Views: 104 - Wise Reminders From Confucius - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2021 from Scott & Stephen PetulloConfucius, 551—479 BCE, was a Chinese philosopher and politician who was considered one of the most influential persons in human history. His teachings and philosophy are the foundation of East Asian society and culture. Below we list some of his words of wisdom. "Keep it simple and focus on ...
Views: 99 - Wise Words for Current Times From Martin Luther King, Jr. - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2021 from Scott & Stephen PetulloMartin Luther King, Jr., born January 15, 1929, died April 4, 1968, was the most visible American civil rights leader from 1955 until his assassination. He furthered civil rights through nonviolence, motivated by his Christian beliefs and the peaceful activism of Mahatma Gandhi. We suspect this ...
Views: 117 - Wise Words for Current Times From Martin Luther King, Jr. - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2021 from Scott & Stephen PetulloMartin Luther King, Jr., born January 15, 1929, died April 4, 1968, was the most visible American civil rights leader from 1955 until his assassination. He furthered civil rights through nonviolence, motivated by his Christian beliefs and the peaceful activism of Mahatma Gandhi. We suspect this ...
Views: 109 - Guatama Buddha Wisdom: Joy and Gratitude - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2021 from Scott & Stephen PetulloGautama Buddha lived in ancient India 5th to 4th century BCE and is regarded as the founder of Buddhism. He was an enlightened soul (that phrase is overused, but he really was) who reintroduced a path to let go of the attachment to suffering. He taught a middle ground between over-indulgence and ...
Views: 122 - Scientific Studies on The Power of Gratitude - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2021 from Scott & Stephen PetulloAlthough we accept the theory of personal fate, we also believe that everyone has the power to make the most of his or her life within the limits of predetermination. As we outline in the Mystic’s Magic Formula, one of the best ways to optimize life’s rewards and mitigate life’s challenges is ...
Views: 127 - 44 Insightful Quotes from Albert Einstein - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2021 from Scott & Stephen PetulloAlbert Einstein, a German-born theoretical physicist, is remembered as one of the greatest physicists of all time. Einstein created the theory of relativity and made important contributions to the theory of quantum mechanics. Below we list examples of his words of wisdom. “A man's ethical ...
Views: 137(1 vote) - Avoiding Dangers of Opening to the Vital Planes - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2021 from santosh krinskyWhen the protective walls of the surface being give way as the seeker enters the inner planes, access to the vital planes may occur, with all of the beings, powers and forces at work there having suddenly direct interchange with the seeker. Sometimes these forces are intimidating, sometimes, ...
Views: 134 - Out of Body Experiences - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2021 from santosh krinskyMost people, embedded in the physical body and its consciousness, find it difficult, if not impossible, to accept or validate the reality of the out of body experience. At the same time, there are countless anecdotes of people who have an out of body experience, or the related ‘near death ...
Views: 126 - Understanding and Avoiding the Lures and Dangers of the Vital Worlds - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2021 from santosh krinskyThe importance of preparation of the nature for the spiritual quest, the development of a solid and unshakable aspiration and devotion, and growth of both an understanding and the ability to distinguish what one is seeing and experiencing, cannot be overstated. As the seeker moves into the inner ...
Views: 126 - Understanding the Various Causes of Visions of Deities, Saints and Sages - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2021 from santosh krinskyThe transcription of inner events and experiences into our mental framework will generally utilize symbols, images and personalities which fit into our background, education, and experience, so as to build a link and acceptance through use of familiar images. We frequently find recounted the ...
Views: 125 - How to Gain an Understanding of the Meaning of Inner Perceptions - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2021 from santosh krinskyAs the seeker begins to enter and experience the inner and higher realms of consciousness, he comes into contact with beings, forces, planes and worlds that transcribe experiences into his awareness, yet do not generally function under the same methods and laws that are operative in the normal ...
Views: 136 - Lights and Sounds Can Indicate Opening to Inner or Subtler Planes of Existence - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2021 from santosh krinskyEverything that exists in the universe has an energy signature or frequency which is manifested by light, colour and sound, whether perceived by our limited sense capabilities or outside their range. As the seeker begins to shift awareness inwards, he is no longer totally reliant on the external ...
Views: 117 - Distinguishing Various Types of Symbolic Visions - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2021 from santosh krinskyAs the seeker interacts more with the inner levels of consciousness, there are often various types of visions and symbols which are perceived. These visions, however, are not all from the same source, and do not all carry the same weight or significance. It is another element of the research and ...
Views: 128 - Developing the Power of Supraphysical Sight - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2021 from santosh krinskyIf we accept the idea that supraphysical sight is a latent power of humanity, and not some kind of illusion or otherwise some miraculous special power, then we can seek to understand the conditions under which this power manifests, and show, first, that it is something that is reproducible and ...
Views: 161 - The Development and Use of Occult Powers and the Spiritual Quest - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2021 from santosh krinskyThe lure of occult powers represents one of the temptations to be faced by the spiritual seeker who begins to access the inner and higher realms of consciousness. These powers may be developed through systematic efforts, following the protocols and laws of action under which these powers exist. ...
Views: 146 - The Source and Significance of Visions - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2021 from santosh krinskySeeking visions has been a part of what has been called a “spiritual journey” by countless individuals around the world throughout history and in all religious and spiritual traditions. The “vision quest” is a well known and accepted activity among seekers. Christian mystics, for instance, chose ...
Views: 121 - Spiritual Power of Gratitude - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2021 from Scott & Stephen PetulloGratitude is one of the most powerful spiritual tools that you can use to enhance your state of mind and life, and cope with challenging circumstances. In accepting that which you can’t change, and expressing gratitude for what it is teaching you, life’s problems become easier to ...
Views: 182 - Supraphysical Sensory Experience: Latent Powers, Not Miracles or Delusions - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2021 from santosh krinskyIt is human nature to want to be able to explain away events, circumstances or experiences that are not understood. For much of human existence, the rising and setting of the sun and moon, the existence of the stars, the power of the oceans, the wind or the storms were described as actions of ...
Views: 119 - Occult Powers and the Secret Knowledge - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2021 from santosh krinskyThere are many who seek after various powers, and study occultism and mysticism with the purpose of achieving unique ‘super powers’. Traditional practices of yoga, while acknowledging that certain powers may result from the practices, make it clear that they are not the object and, indeed, ...
Views: 118 - Spirituality and Occultism - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2021 from santosh krinskyThe lure of occult powers and experiences can be a considerable obstacle for the spiritual seeker who becomes enmeshed in the idea of developing these capacities. There is a reason why traditional paths of spiritual development eschew the use of the occult powers that arise naturally as one goes ...
Views: 124 - The Intermediate Zone in the Development of Consciousness - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2021 from santosh krinskySri Aurobindo distinguishes between what he terms the ‘intermediate zone’ and a number of intermediate stages in the development of consciousness. The distinction is important. The intermediate zone is a transitional phase as the normal human mind-life-body begins to experience the influx of ...
Views: 107 - Preparing the Being for the Spiritual Quest - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2021 from santosh krinskyThe vital nature of the human being craves the type of excitement that comes with extraordinary experiences. True spiritual progress, however, requires that a balance be maintained between what the human instrument can hold effectively, and how much Force is brought to bear from the higher ...
Views: 150 - The Knowledge of the Mystics - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2021 from santosh krinskyWe generally rely on the information provided by our senses to understand the world we live in. This information, however, is subject to misperception and misinterpretation, leading us to vastly distort the truth of what we ‘know’. For countless years, most of humanity believed that the sun ...
Views: 137 - Quotes On Life After Death And Reincarnation - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2021 from Scott & Stephen Petullo30 years ago, if you mentioned you believe in life after death, religious people might have agreed with you, but many others would have laughed at you. But now, with so much credible evidence that the soul survives death, all but the most skeptical among us at least consider the possibility. ...
Views: 143 - Spirituality: Five Reasons For Terrible Relationships - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2021 from Scott & Stephen PetulloBad relationships are all too common. In the beginning, it frequently appears to hold so much promise, but then it falls apart. It’s a mystery as to why some relationships turn sour, until you consider the spiritual side of things. Mystics suggest that life is largely about spiritual ...
Views: 156 - The Advantages of Using best Kennels For Pets - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2021 from Wajahat AliEvery year a large number of pet proprietors a confronted with the assignment of discovering solid occasion care for their pets while they stream off on vacation. The best kennels are regularly reserved a long time ahead of time and surprisingly more so over the well-known occasion periods. It ...
Views: 162 - Astrology: Why So Many Think it's BS - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2021 from Scott & Stephen PetulloThe majority of people roll their eyes at the topic of astrology. Here’s an example: “I don't believe in astrology. It's a lot of crap. I just think that's another thing you should throw out the window. Mysticism. Cheap. It's amazing that people still hang on to that after all these years.” Mick ...
Views: 157 - The Funny Side of Spirituality - by Submitted on May 25, 2021 from Scott & Stephen PetulloAs Mark Twain said, "Humor is mankind's greatest blessing." As gratitude multiples your blessings, we hope you appreciate the humor in the quotes below. Some of the quotes may seem too negative to be spiritual, but we believe questioning spirituality is a good thing and can be spiritual too. ...
Views: 160 - Hidden Powers in Life and Yoga - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2021 from santosh krinskyThere is an interesting contradiction in the way humanity deals with unseen, or invisible forces at work. We believe wholeheartedly nowadays in gravity, electricity, wireless communications, magnetic transportation vehicles, and, despite the fact that all of these represent invisible forces, we ...
Views: 206 - Invisible Forces in Our Lives and in Our Evolutionary Growth - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2021 from santosh krinskyWe do not consider, for the most part, the reliance we have for all things in our lives in the world, upon invisible forces that are at work. We basically take these things for granted, give them names and treat them as a reality that we do not have to think about or reflect upon. No one can ...
Views: 200 - Give Kids a Head Start with These Spiritual Tips - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2021 from Scott & Stephen PetulloYou can probably think of ways adults could have assisted you in your childhood so you would have had an edge in life. If you have kids, grandkids, nieces and nephews, godchildren, or you mentor or teach kids, maybe you help them in ways you were not. Below are some metaphysical ways you can ...
Views: 188 - How to Connect with Your Guardian Angels Part II - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2021 from Scott & Stephen PetulloMost of the world’s population believes in the concept of guardian angels in some way or another; everyone has at least one invisible spiritual helper looking out for his or her best interests. You can make the most of your guardian angels by following the advice below. “The angels as the ...
Views: 221 - How to Connect with Your Guardian Angels Part I - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2021 from Scott & Stephen PetulloMany religions and individuals throughout history accept the notion that everyone has at least one guardian angel, which is a helpful being on the other side. Below we give advice to avoid trouble with negative energies and make the most of your option to guardian Angel option. “On Earth, we ...
Views: 256 - Experiencing the Shift of Consciousness from the Outer Being to the Inner Being - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2021 from santosh krinskyThere is a complete reversal of consciousness that occurs when the inner being opens and the awareness shifts inward. It may be experienced as a separation of an observer watching all the actions and events in the outer world, including the thoughts, feelings, perceptions and outer stimuli that ...
Views: 253 - Understanding and Distinguishing the Complex Makeup of Human Nature - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2021 from santosh krinskyEverything we experience is filtered through the mind. For daily life, it may not be essential to go much deeper into the question, although even there some amount of awareness can be helpful, such as when one experiences pain, the actual cause needs to be determined to resolve the issue ...
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