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- The Third Step in the Mental Discipline: Control of Thoughts - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2022 from santosh krinskyThe inner control of thoughts is a further development once the poise of the witness consciousness has been attained. As the seeker observes the thoughts, he can also determine their effect in the being, and see if they lead to uplifting, widening, and harmonizing results, or whether they shrink ...
Views: 390 - The Trap of Perfectionism - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2014 from Darlene LancerPerfectionism is an addiction, meaning we’re repeatedly unable to stop our perfectionist behaviors. Like other addictions, perfectionism varies in severity and can have negative consequences. It harms our self-esteem, make us unable to accept other people’s differences and their mistakes and ...
Views: 1880 - The Trouble Based on the Nature of the Vital That Needs to be Overcome - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2022 from santosh krinskyIt is a universal human experience that the vital force in the being is either extremely reactive to situations, particularly when it has a desire or craving to fulfill, or, if not given its desire, it can sulk or withdraw its energy and the being goes into a state of torpor or indolence, ...
Views: 424 - The True Nature of Rest - by Submitted on May 10, 2022 from santosh krinskyFor most people, rest is a state of lowered consciousness in which we recuperate from the fatigue generated through our various activities. If we reflect on how we respond to fatigue, we find that we have different modes depending on whether it is mental fatigue, vital exhaustion or physical ...
Views: 465 - The Types of Brain Waves Generated And Why They Matter To You - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from Greg FrostThe human brain is a very important organ for overall function of the body. It is comprised of different parts that all do different jobs but entirely the brain is made up of brain cells known as Neurons which are in their billions. These brain cells are always in constant communication with ...
Views: 748 - The Unconscious World Of The Dream - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2008 from John SmethersI do not believe that I am now dreaming, but I cannot prove that I am Not." Philosopher Bertrand Russell 1872-1970 Freud: Are dreams relevant? The scientific community does not seem to think so. If it can not be proven by the scientific method, it does not exist. It must not exist then. Freud ...
Views: 6532 - The Usefulness of Suffering - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2022 from santosh krinskyDr. Dean Ornish held a webinar on Sunday November 20, 2022 with the Vegan Society of Honolulu, Hawaii, in which he succinctly explained the role of suffering in the progress of humanity. For those who do not know about his work, Dr. Ornish has spent decades studying the impact of diet and ...
Views: 384 - The Value of Strong Right Hemisphere Thinking - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Melanie WestCopyright2010 Recent research has revealed more about the brain and its alternative capabilities for learning. We now know that the human brain has an amazing ability to adapt and grow. We also know that some people are right-brained dominant while others are left-brained dominant. What ...
Views: 2910 - The Vital Envelope, the Aura, and Its Protection of the Physical Body - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2022 from santosh krinskyPeople speak about an aura surrounding the physical body. Because many people cannot physically see the aura, they remain skeptical about its existence. This however is not a proof of its non-existence. Occultists and those who have developed subtle sense perception have described the aura ...
Views: 564 - The Vital Nature: a Great Assistant, but an Impossible Master - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2022 from santosh krinskyLion tamers, horse whisperers, dog trainers, all learn certain things about how to bring the vital nature into a compliant and participatory mood, to carry out the wishes of the trainer. They quickly learn that they cannot simply allow these vital beings the absolute license to do whatever they ...
Views: 408 - The Vital Reaction of Jealousy - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2022 from santosh krinskyIn Shakespeare’s play The Tragedy of Othello, the Moor of Venice the vital reaction of jealousy is explored in considerable depth. The title character Othello is married to a young woman with whom he is passionately in love, in the normal sense of the word. Iago, who wants to bring down Othello, ...
Views: 527 - The Way She Walks - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Dr. Mona SpiegelHer shoulders catch my eye. Thrust back with the confidence of the young, they bridge a petite body which looks firm and healthy. Her white blouse reflects the bright sun while her chin-length brown hair swings rhythmically from side to side, mimicking the cadence of her walk. Her head is tilted ...
Views: 1191 - The World's Greatest Lie... - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2006 from Lance Ong"Everyone believes the world's greatest lie..." says the mysterious old man. "What is the world's greatest lie?" the little boy asks. The old man replies, "It's this: that at a certain point in our lives, we lose control of what's happening to us, and our lives become controlled by fate. That's ...
Views: 13119 - Thematic Appreciation Test (TAT) - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2007 from Sam VakninThe Thematic Appreciation Test (TAT) is similar to the Rorschach inkblot test. Subjects are shown pictures and asked to tell a story based on what they see. Both these projective assessment tools elicit important information about underlying psychological fears and needs. The TAT was developed ...
Views: 4787 - Theory of Self Existence - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Santosh KalwarThe blow took abode in the Tribhuvan International Airport at Kathmandu, Nepal. A adolescent handsome analytic man, who seemed actual important, rushed into the airport; jumped the queue; went beeline to the admission adverse and showed his authorization and the ticket. The admirer at the ...
Views: 1795 - Therapeutic Peptides Approach to Enhance Brain Healing after TBI - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2023 from Leon EdwardTraumatic brain injury (TBI) is a devastating condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It occurs when an external force causes damage to the brain, leading to a range of symptoms and impairments that can affect a person's physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being. While there is ...
Views: 447 - There Are No Wrong Emotions - Thoughts and Observations about Dealing with Our Crisis - by I am a big believer in living in the moment. I am not big on focusing on what could have been or should have been. I believe it is important for each of us to bless the events of our recent past - not forget them - and look up and out toward what now calls us forth. However, given the magnitude ...
Views: 800 - There Is No Failure, Only Feedback - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from M.Farouk RadwanI Failed!! Justin was heading towards the restaurant's door in a hurry as he was a bit late. When he arrived to the door he quickly pushed it inwards but it didn’t open. He paused for a moment then tried to pull the door back, but still, the door didn’t open. He paused again and ...
Views: 4034 - Three Parts of the Outer Being: Mental, Vital and Physical - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2022 from santosh krinskyOnce an individual recognises that there are three separate foundations of consciousness in the outer being, and that they are not simply part of one unified awareness, it becomes much easier to untangle the numerous strands of pressure internally and understand how to address and deal with the ...
Views: 479 - Three Phases of Consciousness - by Submitted on May 06, 2009 from Kallisti PublishingThis is an excerpt from the book "Mental Chemistry" by Charles Haanel, edited by Anthony R. Michalski, and is part of The Complete Master Key Course -- http://www.thecompletemasterkeycourse.com available through Kallisti Publishing. We easily recognize three phases of consciousness, between ...
Views: 2309 - Three Primary Paths of Inner Growth and Spiritual Development - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2022 from santosh krinskyEach individual has a unique way of relating to and developing his spiritual aspiration. Those who are more intellectually inclined may find that they naturally incline towards what is known as the yoga of knowledge. Those who have a nature more inclined to devotion and emotional expression may ...
Views: 368 - Three Ways Of Thinking Outside The Box - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2009 from Steve GillmanWe should always be looking for ways of thinking outside the box. It isn't that we will always find a better solution through more creative or non-conventional solutions. But we sometimes will. Maybe that doesn't sound inspiring enough, so let me explain. Suppose you get in the habit of ...
Views: 1667 - Time and Patient Persistence - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2022 from santosh krinskyThe shift from the standpoint of the desire-soul of the ego is not something that can occur completely and all at once. There are too many persistent threads of the instincts and habits of the mind-life-body complex to expect so radical a change to happen magically. There may be, and generally ...
Views: 383 - Time: The Ultimate Yin-Yang Urstoff - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2021 from William CottringerTime: The Ultimate Yin-Yang Urstoff by Bill Cottringer “The hidden portal to real time is the precise now moment of when the past and future collide into the present.” ~The author. To see true time, You need double vision, One eye for convention The other for imagination. First ...
Views: 617 - Tips On How To Beat Depression - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2016 from Mitra ShahidiTips on how to beat depression. Depression is a prolonged feeling of sadness, moodiness and hopelessness. It affects your thoughts, your emotions, your behaviours, and your overall physical health. It makes life more difficult to manage from day to day. “Depression is a prison where you are ...
Views: 980 - Tips to Help Parents Guide Their Children with ADHD - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2010 from Andri DukkLife for a child with ADHD can be frustrating and difficult, as you know if you are the parent of such a child. You want to help your child as much as you can. There is plenty you can do to help your child, and the key to doing that is to become educated on the topic. You can help make life ...
Views: 844 - Today’s Primary Problem: Commonplace Evil - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2021 from William CottringerToday’s Primary Problem: Commonplace Evil By Bill Cottringer “The way in which you define something has a lot to do with how much or how little of the thing you have in hand, both quantity and quality.” ~The Author. Such is the case with the greatly misunderstood term evil. ...
Views: 491 - Top 5 NLP Trainers in Chennai - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2018 from Austin CarlFrom its humble beginnings in California back in the 1970s, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) has grown to become one of the most impactful tools for mental and psychological development. As many more have come to receive training, a wide collection of and NLP trainers in Chennai have come up. ...
Views: 1062 - Top excellent Photo Editing Apps for iPhone and Android - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2021 from Manish PatelThe photograph is always looking to capture picture-perfect images with creating memories. Using smartphones cameras offers great optics with high-resolution and sharp results. Today photographers are increasing as they click high-quality images with excellent resolution. If you’re a beginner ...
Views: 660 - Toronto Psychologist And Psychoanalyst - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2007 from Sandra R PalefIf you want to get an idea of what psychotherapy is all about, watch an episode of the television series The Sopranos. Tony Soprano is a mafia don in New Jersey who is in talk therapy with Dr. Jennifer Melfi. He has panic attacks, loses consciousness, and has slipped into a depression. All of ...
Views: 1150 - Training The Subconscious Mind To Attract Wealth - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2008 from Greg FrostWealth is all about success, but not many of us have the kind of luck necessary to be born extremely rich or come across millions by chance. Most of us have to work to that goal, weed out opportunities, make the right friends and find that X factor. The adage ‘work smart’ has more ...
Views: 4502 - Transformation of the Vital Requires the Action of a New Power of Consciousness - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2022 from santosh krinskyAlbert Einstein was famously quoted as saying: “We can not solve our problems with the same level of thinking that created them”. It is necessary to achieve a new frame of reference and standpoint in order to address the issues of the body-life-mind complex and the transformation of the vital ...
Views: 400 - Transforming the Vital Nature, Part 2: Overcoming Difficulties and Obstacles on the Path - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2022 from santosh krinskyThe primary initial difficulties faced by the sadhak in overcoming the vital nature are related to the Gunas of Rajas and Tamas. Rajas is naturally energetic and somewhat aggressive and thus, it tackles issues with vehemence. When it becomes frustrated or suffers a setback, it tends to recoil ...
Views: 407 - Transitioning to the Silent Mind - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2022 from santosh krinskyAssume that we succeed, through various methods of meditation or concentration, to bring the mind into a status of relative quiet. At that moment we begin to notice that there is this other running commentary going on in the background, reacting to every sense impression, bodily sensation, ...
Views: 446 - Transsociation For The 21st Century - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from J. Sue GagliardiAll of my life I have been a student of psychology or study of the soul. Being a professional Astrologer for 33 years, from the first I had wanted to be a Jungian Analyst, but family concerns made that dream impossible. They didn't keep me from Jungian analysis nor from years of studying Dr. ...
Views: 1427 - Trapped by the Social and Moral Code, or Beyond Good and Evil? - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2023 from santosh krinskyFriedrich Nietzsche wrote that certain individuals, by virtue of their innate status as superior beings, could not be bound by social rules or morality or ethics. While the implication may be understood to apply to those who have evolved beyond the ‘need’ for such contextual social rules, the ...
Views: 377 - Trauma to Purpose - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2020 from matthew OrtnerTrauma is defined as a deeply distressing or disturbing experience. At some point in all our lives, we‘re going to experience a level of trauma. What Mybenziger offers is a way to move from the trauma which might cause our life to remain stagnant, to a new life that radiates purpose. No, a ...
Views: 636 - Treat Anxiety By Changing Your Brain - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2013 from Dr. Michele BrennanAnxiety is becoming commonplace in our society. In a day and age where everyone is on the go, scheduling meetings so frequently that we forget we should probably eat at some point during the day, and with the constant feeling of being overwhelmed with worry about a dozen things, people have ...
Views: 1365 - Trepanation: Oldest Form of Treatment for Mental Illness - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2014 from Bobby HarrisIt is believed that Trepanation is the oldest medical practice in the history of the world; second only to circumcision. The general concept of trepanation is to create a hole in the skull and leave it open, thereby increasing the volume of blood flowing to the brain. The scientific theory ...
Views: 2769 - Trichotillomania – Overcoming the loneliness of shame - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2015 from Tasneem AbrahamsTrichotillomania, commonly known as Compulsive Hair Pulling Disorder or TTM, is a clinically recognized mental disorder, characterized by the irresistible urge to pull your own bodily hair. It is one of the most misunderstood, under-diagnosed clinical conditions, largely due to the behavior ...
Views: 1916 - Trichotillomania: And That Is? - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2009 from Bill WhiteTrichotillomania (TTM), what I’ll call “trich,” is a fascinating, albeit brutal, mind variance (my stigma-reducing term for “mental illness”). Now, if you’ve elected to read an article addressing treatment you more than likely have a pretty good idea as to just what trich is. But to make sure no ...
Views: 2231 - True Stories of False Memories - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2007 from FSB AuthorsBy Carol Tavris and Elliot Aronson, authors of Mistakes Were Made (But Not by Me) False memories allow us to forgive ourselves and justify our mistakes, but sometimes at a high price: an inability to take responsibility for our lives. An appreciation of the distortions of memory, a realization ...
Views: 1196 - Trusting Your Real Self - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2014 from Marc LernerWhen we think of trust, we think of people, places and things. That kind of trust, even though you experience it within, is directed outside of you. When we face a challenge, we need to learn how to trust ourselves. When we trust ourselves, we are open to receive powerful inner resources. When ...
Views: 1425 - Try a Little Kindness - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2012 from George Thomas“Try a Little Kindness” – *as sung by Glen Campbell Song written by Curt Sapaugh and Bobby Austin Dr. David R. Hawkins, MD, PhD. authored a number of books, the most widely read is doubtless, Power vs. Force. On the subject of enlightenment or becoming enlightened, his explanation was very ...
Views: 1248 - Turning A Negative Mindset Into A Positive One Starts With A 'Fresh Start' Journal - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2013 from Dennis SimsekSo you want to begin turning your negative beliefs around. Here is how to begin, buy yourself a notebook that is small enough to carry around comfortably during your daily life. On the front of the book, write "A Fresh Start". This book will be your best friend and will be your go-to guide when ...
Views: 1754 - Two Steps to Spiritual Experience - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2022 from santosh krinskySpiritual experience takes ‘knowing about’ something to ‘knowing’ it. What we learn from books, what we learn in school, the facts we memorize, the procedures we learn about, are all based in the intellect and while they may open the mind to new things, do not represent actual experience. The ...
Views: 374 - Two Ways Too Much Technology Can Be Bad For Your Health - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2013 from Dr. Michele BrennanTechnology has proved to be an invaluable asset in the field of mental health. We have the internet which allows easy access to information on symptoms and disorders such as depression or obsessive-compulsive disorder. We have EEG machines which allow us to physically change brain waves ...
Views: 2692 - Types of Brain Waves That You Must Know - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Greg FrostEven though different authors have written articles on the number of brainwaves that exist, four major types of brain waves exist excluding SMR waves which are ever present. First, we will look at Beta waves. More often than not, these waves are active when people are at their conscious states ...
Views: 760 - Understanding and Addressing the Difficulties of Gaining Control of the Ordinary Human Nature and Life, Part 1 - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2022 from santosh krinskySri Aurobindo provided advice to an individual who was trying to sort out the direction for his life and how to face the difficulties that confronted him, particularly with respect to certain vital weaknesses to which he was prone. Sri Aurobindo analyzed the condition of this individual in great ...
Views: 374 - Understanding and Addressing the Difficulties of Gaining Control of the Ordinary Human Nature and Life, Part 2 - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2022 from santosh krinskySri Aurobindo provided advice to an individual who was trying to sort out the direction for his life and how to face the difficulties that confronted him, particularly with respect to certain vital weaknesses to which he was prone. Sri Aurobindo analyzed the condition of this individual in great ...
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