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Ananda More Photography by Yamit More Interview by Liane Buck
Canadian Filmmaker and homeopathic practitioner Ananda More crisscross the world to meet with scientists, practitioners, and patients to learn whether homeopathy is science-based or is an elaborate placebo that cons millions and endangers lives? Ananda graduated from the Ontario College of Homeopathic Medicine in 2005, went on to study around the world with some of the most highly recognized homeopaths, and became co-owner of Riverdale Homeopathy, a clinic, bookstore, dispensary, and general hub for everything homeopathic in North America. She has served on the council for the homeopathic regulatory body of Ontario and the board of the Ontario Homeopathic Association. As a practicing homeopath, Ananda became increasingly disillusioned with the portrayal of homeopathy in mainstream media, particularly after being misrepresented by local magazines. OMTIMES | December 2020
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A Journey of Truth She was familiar with the evidence base and was aware that the press was shaping a prejudiced narrative. She knew something had to be done to educate the public fairly and allow people to decide for themselves, and advocate for health choice freedoms. That is where the vision for Magic Pills arose, and a 9-year journey of filmmaking and producing ensued. OMTimes: What inspired you to create and produce the movie, Magic Pills?
Ananda More: I was at a conference where Dr. Bracho, from the Finlay Institute in Cuba, presented the incredible results they had with homeoprophylaxis in the face of a dangerous epidemic resulting from hurricanes. I discuss this in-depth in the Film. At the time, I was totally shocked that this had been done, and the knowledge that every mainstream medical journal refused to publish the study without scientific reasoning, just ridiculous excuses like, "this isn't for our audience." I felt that this was important. The world needed to know that homeopathy has a real evidence base. There is a real publication bias in medical journals against research that shows positive outcomes for homeopathy. If people don't know what homeopathy can, no one will defend it as its loss is threatened.
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"Homeopathy did not merely seek to cure a disease but treated disease as a sign of the whole human organism's disorder. This was also recognized in the Upanishad, which spoke of human organs as a combination of body, mind, and spirit. Homeopathy would play an important part in the Public Health of the country along with other systems. Medical facilities in India are so scanty that Homoeopathy can confidently visualize a vast field of expansion. "
- Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan OMTimes: What opened your eyes to Homeopathy? Did you have a personal experience with it? Ananda More: I was initially very skeptical about homeopathy. It didn't make logical sense to me. Still, I was taught the concept in a class called "Witchcraft and the Occult," you can imagine that Homeopath was introduced to us as a nonsensical, unscientific medical art. Still, upon more in-depth inspection, nothing could be further from the truth. Several years later, while backpacking through India, I found myself sick with what travelers have termed Delhi Belly – a bad vomiting and diarrhea case. A friend who was traveling with me brought out her homeopathic kit and offered me some of her little sugar pills. Not wanting to offend her, I agreed to try. I was astounded. 15 min later, I felt perfectly fine. This opened me up, and I decided to see a homeopath for constitutional treatment. What did I have to lose? And for me, it was miraculous. The homeopathic treatment helped me recover from life-long depression.
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OMTimes: Could you define to us what is Homeopathy and why it is so different from our current conventional system of healing? Ananda More: Homeopathy is a complete medical system that relies on minute amounts of a substance to trigger a healing response in the body. What we call the vital force – the energy that animates us. The human body is capable of incredible things and has an innate ability to heal profoundly; homeopathy simply assists the vital force in recognizing what needs to heal and how to do it.
OMTimes: What are the 4 pillars of Homeopathy?
If we are treating an acute, we look at all aspects of that condition, including what makes Ananda More: 1. The Law of it better or worse, the quality of Similars or the tenet of Like sensations (such as burning, cures like – this means that a throbbing, aching), and the substance that creates a set location. of symptoms in a healthy person will help heal those 4. You probably want to address similar symptoms in a sick the idea of a single remedy at a time. I don't think this is always person. the appropriate way to treat someone. This is something that 2. Minimum Dose – We give the body the least amount of you would find under contention in the homeopathic community. medicine required to There are many different stimulate an effect. perspectives. However, looking at 3. Totality of Symptoms – this Hahneman's case notes, you will see that he often prescribed means that we look at all aspects of a person and their multiple remedies at a time with illness and wellness patients. expression.
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I have seen combination remedies be beneficial, so I no longer discount them – even if they're not a part of my daily practice. But I will often give more than one remedy at a time, a constitutional and something to address an acute for extra support. OMTimes: Can you explain to us how the Principle of Similarity works in Homeopathy? Ananda More: This is similar to the idea of immunization or allergy shots. We present the body with a small amount of what could hurt it to teach the immune system how to protect against it. However, homeopathy is also an energetic medicine. Small stimulus from the remedy can elicit a physical, emotional, mental, and energetic response for holistic healing. The healing modality addresses the root cause of diseases, not just the symptoms. Often conventional drugs only address the symptom. It would be like disconnecting the wire to the check engine light on your car and carrying on driving instead of figuring out why the engine light has come on.
OMTimes: In your understanding as a Holistic Practitioner and Homeopath, what is the long-term harm of giving so many chemical drugs to a patient from an early age? Ananda More: Pharmaceutical drugs have many side effects associated with them. A major one being dysbiosis – a microbial imbalance of the gut that can lead to many life-altering complications. I know this personally as I faced autoimmune disease and very debilitating issues stemming from dysbiosis. More and more research comes out regarding the side effects and adverse reactions to counter medications every year. For example, in 2016, Health Canada announced that cough syrup and cold medications should not be given to children due to the risk of serious harm. Iatrogenic death (caused by medical treatment) from using the medicine as prescribed is considered one of the significant causes of death globally.
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Homeopathy Homeopathy cures a larger percentage of cases than any other form of treatment and is beyond doubt safer and more economical. Mahatma Gandhi
The conventional, chemically-based medical system carries a lot of risks. How often do we see people prescribed medications to deal with the side effects of the medications they're taking? These drug cocktails are all understood to have serious health concerns. Still, the medical industry considers the illness's risk as worse than the risk of the treatment. In my mind, this isn't healing. This is managing symptoms and creating new diseases in the body. Hahnemann called this complicating disease. OMTimes: Some people associate Homeopathy with the placebo effect. Why is that? Ananda More: The main criticism of homeopathy is that our remedies are so dilute that there is no way they contain any source material. Therefore, they cannot be anything but a placebo. However, there is a lot of new evidence that says otherwise. And scientific tools are now being developed that can give us a glimpse into understanding homeopathy's mechanism. In my Film, I discuss the discovery of source material nanoparticles in very high homeopathic dilutions. This work has been replicated all over the world. The realm of physics has become a key area of study for understanding homeopathy's mechanism – from electromagnetic fields to quantum coherence domains. The consultative effect – the value of seeing a practitioner, being heard by a nonjudgmental and compassionate ear, and taking the time to track your history and understand your personal experiences, in and of itself is said to account for the success of homeopaths.
But we have many clinical studies that account for the consultative effect, like Heiner Frei's crossover study on ADHD and, of course, basic science research performed on cells in vitro. There's a bibliography of such studies available here https://magicpillsmovie.com/basicresearch-homeopathy/ OMTimes: How important is it to understand the physical and emotional dynamic for a patient's homeopathic healing? Ananda More: The way I practice homeopathy, this is vital. That is why a first consultation can take 2 hours. Every remedy has a physical, mental, and emotional picture, and each layer reflects on the other's expression. 10 people can be present for the same event. All leave with entirely different memory and interpretation of the experience. We all have the filters through which we engage with the world. Our values, fears, ambitions, and loves set us apart from all other people on this planet. This is where an excellent homeopathic prescription lies – when you can address the whole person and the patterns they present on all levels of their being. OMTimes: We can say that homeopathic treatment is effective, promoting the organism's rebalancing, and does not offer side effects like chemical drugs. Also, homeopathy treatment has a much lower cost. Even with these in its favor, its natural expansion and general acceptance have not occurred. Why is that? OMTIMES • DEC 2020
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Ananda More: The effectiveness of homeopathy is a significant threat to the medical, industrial complex. This is an industry that spends more money on lobbying governments than any other. Healing people in affordable ways is not financially viable.
That is why in countries like Cuba, where the pharmaceutical system was not-for-profit, they could integrate homeopathy on a national level. It's a fact that our current societal structure prioritizes profits over people and the planet. There is a publication bias in place that prevents scientists from pursuing careers in homeopathy.
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They will never get the funding nor make a name for themselves in such pursuits, nor will they easily publish their research. Some medical journals are funded by pharmaceutical advertising dollars. The journals lose money if they publish this kind of research. OMTimes: In your opinion, what are the barriers that need to be overcome by Homeopathy as a healing system today? Ananda More: One of the barriers is being able to treat a large number of people quickly. This is done in acute situations, but for patients with chronic illness, this is less common. The Banerji's, featured in Magic Pills, have changed this with their unconventional protocols. There is still so much we can learn about what is possible with homeopathy! Other significant barriers to entry for homeopathy to the mainstream include publication bias. The fact that our medicines can't (and shouldn't be) patented, which keeps profits low, lack of funding for research, and a profit-driven healthcare model.
OMTimes: A Homeopathy treatment is used by people of different ages? But can a baby use homeopathic medicine? Ananda More: Homeopathy is safe for all. It is entirely non-toxic. Pregnant women can use it, babies can use it, and people with compromised immune systems can use it. I don't know how I would have managed my daughter's infancy without homeopathy. Â OMTimes: Are homeopathic products sold in pharmacies and health food stores reliable? Ananda More: Depends on where you live in the world. Generally, the answer is yes. Make sure you stick with reputable brands. (Boiron, Helios, Ainsworths, OMpharma, Remedia, Washington Homeopathics, Schmidt Nagel, Leonardo), There are excellent smaller companies that make high-quality homeopathic, but it's good to know the source. In the US, there have been mislabeling problems with companies labeling nonhomeopathic products as homeopathic. In countries like India, there can be serious quality issues with local brands. B Jain is an excellent source of remedies in India, I have toured their facilities (you see them in the Film), and they are indeed state of the art.
 OMTimes: What is the difference between Homeopathy and Phytotherapy? Ananda More: Homeopathy follows the law of similars and adopts a greater individualization than phytotherapy. We also often use considerably diluted and potentized substances. However, the phytotherapeutic aspect of a plant is relevant to us as part of its remedy's picture. A remedy picture is the complete collection of the symptoms it can create and the kind of person it suits. OMTimes: What are the role nanoparticles play in the new understanding of Homeopathy? Are they useful or just contaminants? Ananda More: This new research area for homeopathy has created a cognitive dissonance in scientific circles regarding Avogadro's number (a scientific constant used in chemistry to know how many particles are in a sample). This mathematical formula tells us that homeopathic dilutions beyond a 12C cannot contain even a single source material particle. OMTIMES • DEC 2020
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. However, scientists with electron microscopes have observed nanoparticles of source material over and over again in very high dilutions. Whether this leads us to understand the mechanism of homeopathy or not, we still don't know. However, many theories do include nanoparticles, which operate according to quantum mechanics. One fact remains – the major criticism of homeopathy that it contains no source material no longer applies. OMTimes: Can you explain to us how "homeoprophylaxis" work? What is its effectiveness? Ananda More: Homeoprophylaxis refers to using homeopathy in the prevention of illness. Hahnemann first encountered this phenomenon during a scarlet fever outbreak. He found the remedy belladonna appeared to have protective effects against scarlet fever, reproducible and observable. There is a long history in homeopathy of disease prevention that has been very well documented. Even though legally, I am not allowed to claim that homeopathy can prevent any disease, I don't have to. I think the science and evidence base can speak for themselves. In Magic Pills, I show the story of how Cuba used homeopathy to stop an epidemic in its tracks and reduced the rates of illness due to leptospirosis to below historical rates. The story is quite remarkable. The homeopathic intervention reached 2.3 million people in Eastern Cuba. It saved many lives, reducing leptospirosis incidence (a bacterial disease with a possible 10% mortality rate) by 84% when the rest of Cuba showed elevated rates of the disease thanks to hurricanes that struck the entire country in 2008.
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OMTimes: How does Homeopathy work as a treatment for animals? Is there any difference in treating pets, farm animals, or wildlife, or are they under the same homeopathic protocol? Ananda More: I'm not a vet, and I don't really treat animals in my practice. However, homeopathy is universal. We treat according to the symptom picture regardless of whether we're treating humans, animals, or plants. OMTimes: Why do you think that homeopathy does not have the same "weight" as conventional allopathic treatment, despite having a more and integrated proposal for holistic healing (of body/mind)? Ananda More: See response to number 10 – a truly holistic health model is only now starting to be addressed in allopathic medicine. It is still in a superficial stage of development. Science these days is propelled by profits and money. If the financial gains are minimal or threaten corporate interests, the backlash will be enormous. They have focused their energies on the age-old game of discrediting the opponent, regardless of how sound their science is. There is a beautiful blog on my website written by my good friend Dr. David Nortman that examines the depth of bias and institutional repercussions. https://magicpillsmovie.com/why-morehomeopathic-research-is-not-enough/
OMTimes: How can a homeopathic doctor and an allopathic one work together in a typical patient needing surgery? Ananda More: In my time in Indian Homeopathic hospitals, I witnessed first-hand how conventional doctors and homeopathic doctors work alongside each other. The Homeopath can support the allopathic doctor by reducing the negative impact of invasive lifesaving interventions and facilitate faster healing. Often homeopathy alone can provide emergency medicine results. Still, there are many times when conventional medicine, tools, and diagnostics mean the difference between life and death. Homeopathy, in my perspective, is far superior to allopathic medicine. Especially when addressing chronic illness. Conventional medicine can manage chronic illness but not arrest its development and can produce many side effects, often worse than the disease they are managing. OMTimes: Why do people tend to identify Homeopathy with the Anti-Vaxx movement? Ananda More: I think that's a generalization that many in the community have worked against. Without introjecting my personal opinion, which by the way, is illegal for me to do, and could lose me my practitioner license (a censorship problem in and of itself), some great homeopaths have been supporters of vaccines – like the great late Dr. Peter Fisher (who I was very blessed to have had the opportunity to interview for the Film). Of course, many others may have justified concerns about vaccines.
OMTimes: Why do people say that Homeopathy treats the patient, not the disease? Ananda More: Homeopathy treats the symptoms of an individual present. Ten people with the same infection will experience different symptoms. One person may develop a fever and feel anxious, restless, and thirsty for small sips of water. In contrast, another person may want to do nothing but a lie, still feel a lot of pain, and want to be left alone. One person may develop a headache, the other a cough. All 10 people may need a different remedy. What homeopathy is addressing is how an individual is affected by a disease, rather than the disease itself. Homeopaths take into account the mental and emotional state of an individual while sick and while healthy. What stressors or incidents underlined the susceptibility then? There is an excellent depth of investigation in homeopathic practice to prescribe the right remedy for the individual.
OMTimes: Why does Homeopathy use the minimum and diluted doses? Also, why does homeopathic medicine need to be agitated (activated)? Ananda More: Hahnemann originally started working with poisons and the medicines because he understood how they presented symptomatically to match the patient's symptoms. He didn't want to poison his patients, so he started diluting substances. Throughout his experimentations, he realized that more dilute substances often had enhanced healing abilities. Today this is called hormesis: this is the phenomenon where the body responds favorably to low doses of poison while large amounts are toxic.
We don't actually know how Hahnemann discovered potentization, the succession (agitation) of the solution used in the production of homeopathic remedies. However, this is the secret to how treatments work. Without this, they are useless at higher potencies or dilutions. The process of succussion creates very high temperatures in a solution for split seconds. It makes nanobubbles and also produces nanoparticles. This may lead to the "energetic imprint" or EMF that results in the healing response. Succussion is what differentiates a homeopathic remedy from ordinary water. OMTimes: Can you tell us a little about homeopathy's efficiency as an auxiliary treatment of devastating diseases,such as AIDS? Ananda More: With Magic Pills, I really wanted to expose the real potential of homeopathy. From the Banerji's success with treating brain tumors in Kolkata to Jeremy and Camilla Sherr's remarkable work in Tanzania working with HIV. Jeremy and Camilla, and their organization, Homeopathy For Health in Africa (HHA), are working hand in hand with local hospitals to improve and extend antiretrovirals' effectiveness and improve people's quality of life with AIDS. . The story becomes especially poignant once you learn about the AIDS widows phenomenon in Africa. Women are blamed for their husbands' deaths and then excommunicated from their communities, left with nothing but their children. They are often too ill and lacking the energy to make ends meet on their own. These women make a large proportion of HHA's patients.
Using classical homeopathy, HHA has had incredible results, backed by blood work showing the significant elevation of CD4 cell counts. CD4 is a type of white blood cell that fights infection and formulates an integral part of the immune system. HIV destroys these cells creating an immune deficiency. The Film also tells the story of Prasanta and Pratip Banerji, a father and son team who are treating cancer with homeopathy in India. Their clinic is so popular that people come from all over the world, from presidents to the homeless. They line up by the thousands to be seen by one of the Banerji Doctors. They have success rates of 87% in their treatment of brain tumors such as glioblastomas. This means that the tumors either stop progressing or regress, sometimes completely. There are many stories of large-scale use of homeopathy from around the world. My hope is that more people will feel safe sharing their experiences to give others the information to pursue holistic avenues to improved health.
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The Truth About Homeopathic Remedy What is it, and what are its health benefits?
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By Humanity Healing
any people try
medicine can provide. You should be
homeopathic
able to make your own mind about it.
remedies and find them more effective
Homeopathy is the safest and more
than conventional remedies. In
reliable approach to ailments and has
today's article, we will show what
withstood the assaults of established
homeopathy is and what is not and
medical practice for over 100 years
offer the benefits this alternative
Yehudi Menuhin
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Although allopathic or traditional
the Upanishad, which spoke of human
medicine is the most practiced in
organs as a combination of body-mind
the West, it is not the only healing
and spirit. Homeopathy would pay an
modality that brings significant
important part in the Public Health of
positive results. As one alternative
the country along with other systems.
modality of healing and wellness, we
Medical facilities in India are so scanty
have homeopathy, which has become
that Homoeopathy can confidently
more and more accepted by people
visualize a vast field of expansion.
worldwide, despite the brutal attack
Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan
from the orthodox and traditional healing modalities.
Thus, with homeopathic medicine, the patient undergoes a complete
Nowadays, Media and corporate
and gentle treatment, which will cure
interests decide what becomes
the disease without harming the
relevant, what to believe, and what
body - without causing side effects -
is acceptable. Everything outside of
and improving immunity.
their pre-determined prescription becomes demonized.
What is Homeopathy?
What are the differences between Homeopathy and Allopathy (Traditional) Medicine?
For a long time, homeopathy was considered an alternative therapy
Both traditional medicine and
with mystical bases. Still, it is an
homeopathy treat diseases, but
alternative healing modality that
the difference between them is
aims to heal the body globally.
the method of approach and the
Homeopathy is intended to cure the
treatment itself.
disease or treat the symptoms and restore the patient's organic balance.
In traditional medicine, the patient is treated to extinguish the evil
Homeopathy did not merely seek to
"Dis-ease" he presents. The disease
cure a disease but treated a disease as
and its symptoms are the focus.
a sign of disorder of the whole human
In homeopathy, the homeopathic
organism. This was also recognized in
doctor will look for the root of the
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problem, which caused that symptom
I always got a bit pissed off with
or illness, and will treat this source.
those broadsheet skeptics. They
Homeopathy sees signs as an
make their living being passionately
imbalance in the body, which can
angry about homeopathy, God,
manifest itself as specific diseases.
synchronicity, or whatever because
Thus, therapy seeks to stimulate
it's as if they can't get past their
the body's defenses and restore this
emotions. In their rage, they become
balance.
as faith-driven as the beliefs they criticize. I always said they give
Thus, homeopathy sees the patient
scientists a bad name. After all,
and treats him as a whole and not just
science has to be about asking
in isolated parts, looking to restore the
unthinkable questions, not closing
body's balance, respecting its original
down debate.
blueprint and organic architecture.
Scarlett Thomas
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less harmful impacts to the body
What is Homeopathic Medicine?
and does not cause the side effects
The homeopathic medicine is
treats a problem and causes others,
manufactured with substances respectfully extracted from the vegetable, animal, and mineral kingdoms. These substances are manipulated and diluted to offer small doses of the active ingredient, ingested with an absolute constancy,
of traditional medicine, which usually such as anti-inflammatory drugs, that attack the gastrointestinal tract. Homeopathic medicine takes effect quickly, and its great advantage is that it can be used by people of any age. It is also indicated for the elderly and
to restore the organic balance.
babies, as it does not offer risks when
Thus, homeopathic medicine brings
doctor's dose. Besides, the cost of a
used according to the homeopathic
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healing homeopathic treatment (in its
Although it is a lower risk medicine,
value) is much lower than traditional
the specialist must assess the patient
medical treatment protocols.
to show the safest and most effective
What is Homeopathy for?
treatment for each case. Homeopathy cures a larger
Homeopathic treatment is indicated
percentage of cases than any other
for several health problems,
form of treatment. It is, beyond doubt,
both organic and psychological.
safer and more economical.
Generally, the drug is shown to
Mahatma Gandhi
treat gynecological, respiratory, gastrointestinal, dermatological,
What are the Benefits of Adhering to
and allergic diseases and increase
Homeopathy?
immunity. By choosing homeopathy, you can Homeopathic treatments can
achieve benefits such as:
be combined with conventional treatments and, in some cases,
• Restoring organic balance.
replace them. However, it is not
• Reduction of side effects.
advisable to make this substitution on
• The closer relationship between
your own, especially in serious illness cases. Homeopathy is designed to be an incredible complementary healing system.
doctor and patient. • Reduction of treatment aggressiveness. • Prevention of new diseases or their recurrence.
It is always necessary to follow your
• Reduced treatment expenses.
health practician's advice and the
• Homeopathy, as we have seen, is
Health specialist's instructions. This
a safe and healthy alternative for
doesn't mean that Homeopathy
those looking for more quality of life
should be a self-medicate system.
for themselves and their family.
Because even to treat yourself with homeopathic medicine, you should
Homeopathy offers a safe, natural
consult a homeopathic doctor,
alternative that causes no side effects
period.
or drug interactions. Cindy Crawford OM TIMES | December B Edition 2020
10 Superfoods for Spiritual Growth
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By Lena Hemsworth
pirituality is a concept.
Realizing your personal values and
It refers to a connection
beliefs, being aware of your emotions,
with feelings and beliefs
and acknowledging your emotional
bigger and more profound
responses to life events are all parts
than the physical part of life. There
of the spiritual journey towards self-
are many ways in which you can
awareness. You should also gain
embrace spirituality. For instance, you
spiritual insight. Read as many
should explore your own well-being.
books as possible and articles about
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spirituality and meet people with
kale isn't very tasteful when you
similar interests to do that effectively.
consume it on its own. However, you
With the help of spiritual practices,
can massage it with lemon juice and
deep breathing, practicing stillness,
remove the tough middle spine. That
and meditating, you'll soon have some
way, you will get a much tastier salad.
amazing results. However, you should
Make sure to add some of these greens
be careful about your diet. Here are the
into your smoothies, wraps, and salads,
foods you should consume more to
and you'll be more than happy with
grow spiritually.
yourself and the quality of your life.
Dark leafy greens
Raw cacao
Vitamins are some of the most
Another food that is concerning your
important parts of our diet. Without
spiritual journey is cacao. Again, it is
vitamins, you can hardly ever be
connected to the Third Eye chakra
healthy. Vitamins are important for your
and its stimulation. However, not any
heart health, brain function, digestion,
type of cacao is equally good for you.
and stabilization of glucose levels. All
For instance, the highly processed
the vitamins that regulate these things
cacao you can find in candy bars will
are found in dark, leafy greens. Mixed
not do anything good for you or your
greens, kale, spinach, and romaine are
spirituality. On the other hand, raw
the foods rich in these vitamins. Beet
cacao can do wonders. Cacao is high in
greens and dandelion greens also
both nutrients and antioxidants. Due
contain high levels of these vitamins.
to these strong antioxidants, cacao is
Consuming these foods can reduce
great for the process of decalcification.
inflammation, which is the crucial thing to do since inflammation can cause
Cacao is said to be greatly beneficial
other, more serious, health issues.
for the pineal gland. Another thing cacao is amazing for is the
Kale is a vegetable that is particularly
enhancement of intuition. Cacao is
important for spirituality. Namely, kale is
famous for its detoxification benefits.
rich in chlorophyll. For that reason, kale
With a little cacao, you can shift the
is very alkalizing, and it is important for
toxic energy out of your body and aura.
your Third Eye chakra. Unfortunately,
It can also help you stabilize energy
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levels for the day. You can improve
and dementia due to some of the
your mood, calm your thoughts, and
antioxidants it contains. It can enhance
prepare yourself for a meditation
athletic performance, and it can help
session, all with the help of cacao.
you live longer.
Garlic
Due to all of these health benefits, it's no wonder why people practice
Garlic has earned its worldwide fame
cooking with garlic that much. People
due to its benefits. Garlic is a highly
practicing spirituality have also found
nutritious food, but it doesn't contain
that garlic has many benefits. Namely,
many calories at all. What it does
cooking with garlic is alkaline-forming.
contain is compounds with potent
When you have a build-up of calcium
medicinal properties. Garlic is a well-
in your body, garlic is there to detox it.
known remedy for Common Cold.
Even though you can take capsules,
Garlic can reduce blood pressure, but
it's best to consume raw garlic if you
it can also improve cholesterol levels.
really want to experience all of its
It can prevent Alzheimer's disease
benefits. However, keep in mind that
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garlic is a healthy food, and make sure to introduce small amounts first to see how your body responds to it.
Quinoa When speaking of nutritious foods, quinoa shouldn't be neglected. Quinoa
Avocado
contains some of the healthiest plant compounds – quercetin and
Another incredibly nutritious food is
kaempferol. It is an excellent choice for
avocado. Avocado is rich in potassium;
people with gluten intolerance since it
it holds even more potassium than
is gluten-free. On the other hand, it is
bananas. Avocado is the fattiest plant
full of fiber and protein, both necessary
food out there since it contains lots
for your health and well-being. Quinoa
of calories from fat and fatty acids.
is also pretty great if you're trying to
It is also very rich in fiber. When
lose weight. Namely, this plant boosts
consuming avocados regularly, you
metabolism, and it also reduces
can lower your cholesterol levels and
appetite, which can only result in losing
triglyceride levels. You can protect
weight effectively.
your eyes and even prevent cancer with the help of this magical plant. If
Since quinoa contains nine essential
you're struggling with weight gain,
amino acids, it's no surprise why it is
avocado is amazing for you because it
so beneficial. Due to high magnesium,
will help you lose some weight.
iron, potassium, and zinc, your diet won't lack anything if you introduce
Since avocado is loaded with
quinoa into it as soon as possible.
20 vitamins and minerals, it is
Physical health is critical when it
creamy and nurturing. Due to
comes to spirituality. You need to be
the monounsaturated fats and
connected both to your body and your
antioxidants, avocados are great for
higher self to make a difference in your
your heart and your eyes as well. The
life. That is precisely why quinoa is such
best thing about them is that you can
an important part of your diet and why
add them to any meal. For instance,
you should start consuming it now!
they will be equally good in a salad or in a sandwich. You can also combine them with steamed veggies or add them to your favorite smoothies.
Berries There is hardly a healthier food you
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could consume than berries. These are
do for your mind? They are colorful
impressive when it comes to health
and vibrant and full of life. This fruit
benefits. The Berries are loaded with
often symbolizes fertility, plenty, and
antioxidants such as anthocyanins,
the harvest. They bring life to you
ellagic acid, and resveratrol. Berries
and a whole new appreciation for
can help you improve your blood sugar
life. Make sure to consume as many
and insulin response, making them
berries, and you won't have trouble
great for preventing diabetes. Goji
vibrating at high frequencies. You can
berries, golden berries, raspberries,
easily introduce them into your diet.
strawberries, blueberries, and
For instance, get some high-quality
gooseberries are all very high in fiber,
protein powder, your dose of berries,
and they provide many nutrients. They
and mix them together into a perfectly
can help you lower your cholesterol
healthy and energizing smoothie.
levels, and they can even have a remarkably positive effect on your skin.
Maca
If they can do so much for your body,
Maca is a plant that mainly grows
can you even imagine what they can
in the Andes of central Peru. It is a
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cruciferous vegetable, which means
to describe healthy fats found in
that maca is related to kale, cauliflower,
olive and coconut oil. Cold-pressed
cabbage, and broccoli. The part of this
olive oil contains some pretty potent
plant that is edible is the root. The root
antioxidants that are great for
grows underground, and it can be in
defending your body against unstable
any color from white to black. The way
molecules. Chronic conditions, such as
to consume maca root is to dry it out
heart disease, diabetes, and cancer, are
and make a powder out of it. It can also
alleviated due to these antioxidants.
come as capsules or liquid extract. Maca
This type of oil also promotes brain
is highly nutritious; it increases libido
health and improves blood sugar
and fertility in men, but it can also relieve
levels. Simultaneously, it also reduces
symptoms of menopause.
the risk of type 2 diabetes and delays the progression of osteoarthritis.
Maca root comes from the ground. For that reason, people see it as a plant
Coconut oil is also great for boosting
for grounding and vitality. Maca is a
heart health. It can encourage
great choice for sustained energy and
fat burning, and it may have an
stabilizing hormones. This plant can
antimicrobial effect. Cold-pressed
improve your mood and boost your
coconut oil can reduce hunger and
energy levels. Natives in Peru have been
seizures. It protects your skin, teeth,
using this plant to improve children's
and hair, and it may boost your brain
performance in school. It has been
function, especially if you're struggling
proven that maca can enhance your
with Alzheimer's disease. These oils are
learning and memory. Make sure to add
essential when it comes to supporting
maca to your smoothie or a raw dessert,
brain functions and the nervous
or just consume it as a powder. However,
system. They can also help you
be careful when it comes to any possible
expand your intuition. If you're feeling
maca consumption side effects.
depressed or anxious, give these foods
Cold-pressed extra virgin olive or coconut oil
a chance. They can help you connect with Mother Earth and nature.
Dates Some components in the food are simply magical. That is the right way
The date palm tree gave us a true
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superfood. Dates are incredibly
reverse osmosis and freshly collected
nutritious and very high in fiber and
spring water are the best choices for
disease-fighting antioxidants. Dates
clean water. Since these waters are
are also the best when it comes to
pure, they are immediately sucked
promoting brain health and improving
up and circulated. Water makes the
brain functions. If you're a lady going
most of our bodies. Without water, our
soon into the labor, you'll be happy to
organs can't function properly. Not only
read that dates have a great potential
our organs, but our mind also can't
to ease late-term labor. Since dates
work correctly either unless you drink
are so high in fructose, they make the
enough water. If you want to think
perfect replacement for refined sugar.
clearly, make sure to take your daily
If you're looking for a healthy natural
amount of water.
sweetener, you've just found one! Since these waters have no chemical Dates contain boron. Boron is literally
waste, they are amazing for spiritual
a superfood. This food can affect your
growth. Many waste products and
glandular, endocrine, and nervous
pharmaceuticals are lingering in our
system positively. All of these systems
water system, which is why the accent
can optimize energy much more
here is on the phrase "clean water." For
effectively due to this food. The key to
instance, Fluoride is a component that
reaching spirituality is to harmonize
prevents you from growing spiritually
your energy. Many of the foods we
if you don't make sure that your water
consume daily don't do this. They
is clean. You could always filter your
actually drain it. That is why the
water rather than drinking it directly
consumption of dates is so important.
from the tap. High-quality water is
Make sure to introduce them into your
essential for your body and mind, and
diet, be it in smoothies, raw desserts, or
you should never settle for less than
salads.
that.
Conclusion
Clean water
There are a lot of superfoods that you Finally, clean and pure water is the
can eat that will enhance your spiritual
thing your body needs for you to get
growth. Make sure to at least try all of
as spiritual as possible. For instance,
these and see what your favorites are!
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Self-Care for Highly Sensitive Frontline Workers by Mel Collins
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orking in front line jobs
process emotions more deeply and
can be challenging at
intensely than someone without the
the best of times. Still,
trait, and often for longer. They will
during this pandemic,
pick up on subtleties that others are
the challenges have been intensified to
unaware of and are highly empathic.
levels that many have not experienced
They also get acutely affected by
before.
environmental and sensory stimuli,
Our frontline workers have not only
such as being in crowds, negativity,
risen to the challenges of caring and
hearing sirens, or alarms going off
supporting everyone who has been
consistently. They have a low tolerance
affected by Coronavirus. Their selfless,
for high levels of stimulation. And
tireless contribution has helped each of
if there is too much, their sensory
us directly or indirectly during this crisis.
nervous system goes into a state of over-arousal. They begin to feel
But let's be under no illusions. There
frazzled or overwhelmed. This
will be aftereffects for frontline workers
pandemic has left many HSP workers
when this virus is finally under control,
in constant overarousal, on a state
whether on a physical, emotional,
of 'hyper-alertness. Hence, finding
mental, or spiritual level. How can
ways to reduce, manage, or prevent
there not be when people have been
overstimulation is paramount.
working non-stop under such stressful conditions? Our healthcare workers, in
A basic strategy for preventing
particular, have had to care for excessive
overstimulation is implementing the
numbers of people who have been
ACE method. ACE stands for Avoid,
fighting for their lives or dying daily
Control, or Escape. It's a simple but
over the last few months. So, their own
effective strategy to use when going
self-care has probably taken a back seat
somewhere or doing something
on their list of priorities.
that you know will likely affect you adversely or over-stimulate your
Many of our frontline workers are also
nervous system.
HSPs -Highly Sensitive People. One in five people globally is born with
A - if you don't have to go somewhere,
the innate temperament trait of High
then simply avoid it. There are,
Sensitivity. This means that HSPs
however, many situations that we
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don't want to avoid or can't avoid, such
toilet cubicle might be the only way
as our jobs. In these instances, we
to take some time out. If schedules
must put strategies in place to:
allow, it's good to pencil in some 'recovery breaks' in their work diary
C- control the overstimulation. Some
between meetings or to go out in
tips include taking regular breaks from
nature during their lunch breaks
the situation or going outside for some
without taking their phones. There
fresh air. Work environments aren't
are many other tools and strategies,
easy to avoid by definition. They can
such as mindfulness, Emotional
be more challenging to control, which
Freedom Technique (tapping
is why you'll often find HSPs taking
on the overwhelm), meditation,
some time out in restrooms. Just
energy protection, barefoot walking
having some quiet time sitting in a
(for grounding), and using flower
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aromatherapy oils, or listening to their favorite music. All these things help to reduce overstimulation in their sensory nervous system. Finally, and most importantly, HSPs really need to get at least 6-8 hours of good quality sleep. It's one of the best self-healing and self-care strategies of all for Highly essences to help prevent or manage over-arousal. Elm, for example, is a good remedy for overwhelm and periods of depression when following your life calling feels too complicated. But if HSPs can't control their environment or the situation, then: E- escape! It's ok to take some extended leave or even change your environment or job if your physical, emotional, or mental health suffers badly. After all your well-being is a priority.
Sensitive People. High Sensitivity is a gift, not a flaw. It's also a strength, not a weakness - but managing certain aspects of the trait effectively is the key to wellbeing, especially during this challenging time globally. Mel Collins is an HSP and a UKbased psychotherapeutic counselor, healer, regression therapist, spiritual teacher, and intuitive. She spent ten years working in a challenging prison environment as a former prison
The other priority for HSPs is to practice self-care and self-love as they are natural 'givers' and tend to put other people's needs above their own. Taking some time out to nurture themselves daily, even for a short amount of time, can really help change how they feel. Even if it's just taking the time to cook an excellent nutritious meal, taking a bath with
governor, managing substance misuse services. She is now the author of 'The Handbook for Highly Sensitive People – How to transform feeling overwhelmed and frazzled to empowered and fulfilled.' (published by Watkins Publishing 2019.) www.melcollins.co.uk facebook.com/www.melcollins.co.uk
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Simply Spiritual To perceive reality from a different perspective is to open oneself to the wonders and unlimited wealth of creation. Simply Spiritual offers the opportunity to visit new places, new methods, and different ways to perceive the vast human knowledge of our Universe.
Beauty is in the Heart of the Beholder Beauty is not in the face, Beauty is a light in the heart. Kahlil Gibran By Sarah Mane OM TIMES | December B Edition 2020
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hat is Beauty?
full bloom if I knew that the Beauty within myself as well. Seeing Beauty
I am incredibly grateful
outside was an act of recognition. I
that in my life, I have
knew that Beauty was already within
had teachers, mentors, and guides
myself. And I understood that it was
who laid out for me the lessons of
the same Beauty.
timeless wisdom and set out a practical path to increased awareness and self-
So what is that Beauty that we see
knowledge. On that journey to higher
around us and that we experience as
consciousness, I was guided through
part of our own being?
many wonderful exercises and practices that led me to higher consciousness's
Sanskrit has several words for Beauty
personal experience.
that fill out our understanding. Saundarya (सौन्दर्य) which means
One such exercise was concerned with
graceful, elegant and lovely, and
the contemplation and experience of
also refers to noble conduct and
Beauty. One day at a retreat - I was quite
generosity; Chārutā (चारुता), which
young at the time - I was in a group, and
carries a sense of loveliness, and
we were asked to fall deeply still and
of that which is agreeable and
find a restful place within. Then, when
beloved; and finally, Shobhā (शोभा)
we opened our eyes, we saw a projected
which relates to brilliance, luster, and
image of a beautiful peach-colored rose,
splendor.
bathed in sunlight, with a drop or two of water on the petals. We were asked
We can combine these three words'
to simply allow the eyes to rest on this
meanings and say that Beauty
image.
is lovely, graceful, elegant, noble, and generous. It is beloved, and it
Much can be said about such a simple
shines and radiates splendor. This
exercise of contemplating a beautiful
gives us a very full description
image with a clear mind and a still heart.
of Beauty. It certainly includes a handsome person's physical Beauty,
For me, the most important thing
a harmoniously designed building, an
was acknowledging that I could only
expertly executed work of art, a finely
know the external Beauty of a rose in
crafted piece of jewelry.
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But this full description of Beauty,
and magically, it is also generous.
derived from Sanskrit, with its inclusion
The flower displays its Beauty, and its
of nobility and generosity and love and
radiance to whomever happens upon
splendor, takes us beyond the merely
it, without any judgment or any wish
physical.
for anything in return.
The sun-dappled rose is a thing of
And we can move further beyond the
Beauty. It is elegant and lovely. Subtly
physical to beautiful behavior and
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actions. What if a mother caring for
music uplifts the hearts and nourishes
her child, attending to grazed knees,
the audience's minds and the players
wiping away the tears, setting him
alike? What of a painting that
back on his feet? Here is Beauty
presents to us a view of the world
indeed.
that surprises and delights? Or a poem or novel that opens the door
And in the world of creativity and
to intriguing places and allows us
invention, what of a piece of beautiful
to experience emotions and ideas
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freshly? Here also we find great
In the exercise with the rose, we
Beauty.
were asked first to close our eyes and find a still place of peace within
In the world of science and
our hearts. Then, when we opened
technology, the intricacies of
our eyes, we were presented with
machines, computers, airplanes, cars,
the sight of the peach-colored
great ships, and factories allow us to
rose. It was a wonderful experience
move around the world, bringing us
carefully created by intelligent and
all that our heart desires. Isn't there
sensitive teachers.
something beautiful in a matrix of commerce and invention that can
But we don't have to wait for such
deliver fresh milk to your refrigerator,
perfect circumstances. Beauty is all
your favorite movie to your TV, and a
around us. And, more importantly,
gift to your beloved?
it is within each of us. At any time, we can go to a still place inside and
And finally, what about the highest
look out and see a world of Beauty,
values and principles that make
brilliance, and nobility.
life worth living – honor, kindness, courage, respect, justice, and
The timeless wisdom of Sanskrit lays
wisdom. Aren't these perhaps the
out a pathway to a marvelous world
most beautiful things of all? To see
of love and Beauty. It is a path that
honesty in action, respect in speech,
is open to all of us. The destination
courageous behavior, and acts of
is well worth the journey.
kindness to friends and strangers alike.
Sarah Mane is a Sanskrit scholar interested in Sanskrit's
These are all examples of Saundarya –
wisdom as a practical means
elegance, grace, nobility, generosity;
to life-mastery. Previously
Chārutā – loveliness, and love itself;
a teacher and school
Shobhā – radiance, luster, and
executive, today she is a
brilliance.
transformational and executive coach. Sarah lives in Australia.
And we see these everywhere, it
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2021: Feng Shui for The New Year he end of this year has been
make way for the new. Feng Shui
a time long-awaited by
presents us with great tools to prepare
many, especially because
for a new cycle that begins and its
2020 has been an odd year.
energies.
But the expectation surrounding it goes far beyond celebrations:
For over 2 thousand years, Feng Shui
the festivities represent a period of
has relied on knowledge from other
renewal, where an old cycle ends to
spiritual arts such as acupuncture,
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Chinese medicine, Tai Chi, I Ching, and
package of tools. Using essential
the Chinese horoscope to outline its
oils, incense, and specific perfumes
strategies.
help balance energies and make the environment much more pleasant
Through this knowledge, the
and inviting.
technique manipulates a place's energies to bring them to an ideal
The most used aromas are orange,
level. For example, some colors have
lemon, cinnamon, and cloves. But it is
an energetic vibration that favors
possible to customize this choice for
relaxation and healing, so why not
your home according to more specific
apply them in your room? Other
needs. However, it is necessary to take
colors and talismans can favor
into account the entire household.
creativity and concentration. They
You can also perfume and purify the
make them ideal for environments
house using natural flowers in white,
such as the office, but this must also
yellow, and red lilies of the peace and
be combined with the furniture's
dracaenas.
correct arrangement to allow a good circulation of energy. In the end, the idea of Feng Shui is to
THE CHRISTMAS TREE THE 4 ELEMENTS IN DECORATION
integrate everything into an extensive system that purifies and minimizes
The Christmas tree is an iconic
negative energies, enhancing and
decoration for this time of year. It
strengthening positive vibrations.
plays a significant role when an
Check out some of our valuable tips
element of energy harmonization.
to decorate your house and create an
This harmony begins with the fact
"ambient" for the Holidays.
that the pine trees' shape, pointed upwards, serves to stimulate this
AROMAS - OILS, INCENSES, AND PERFUMES
union between heaven and Earth this attracts positive heavenly blessings to your home.
The scents of a place also play a role in influencing energies - remember that
The wood element's representation is
Feng Shui works with a very complete
important to complement your tree's
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decoration with the other elements:
blue or black towel or rug under the
Fire, Earth, Water, and Metal.
Christmas tree.
Fire: can be represented by triangular
Metal: use shiny pieces like golden or
shapes, stars, and pyramids (the pine's
silver bells and candlesticks. Balls and
very form can be linked to Fire).
ornaments in these colors are also well
Earth: Leave square and rectangular
accepted.
gift boxes close to the tree. If you can, wrap each of them with yellow, caramel,
From the moment the Five Elements
beige, and brown paper. Stones and
cycle is complete, Chi will flow and
ceramic objects are also great for
bring good luck to your whole family.
composing the decoration with Earth.
But remember to avoid placing the Christmas tree near the front door.
Water: bet on ornaments like balls and garlands in blue, silver, or transparent
This is a place of significant traffic for
colors. Another option is to place a navy
people, so you never know what kind
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of energy goes through there. Then
You must invite the new cycle and
choose a light and bright area for the
its positive energies into your home.
assembly - preferably opposite the door.
To be more careful with the negative energies that can take advantage of
NATIVITY SET AND THE BIRTH OF CHRIST
this, place a plant right next to the
Following the Christmas theme, we
Still on the decor, do not miss
have the Nativity. Besides the Baby Jesus himself, the birth event has its own importance within Feng Shui 2021: he has extraordinary energy
entrance to purify those energies.
a garland on your front door. Symbolizing a cycle, it is responsible for filtering and recycling negative energies. And when choosing or
and must be treated with affection.
making your own, abuse the colors!
One of the places with the best
concentration of good energy.
spiritual connection to your home's divine protection is the Northwest area. This area is considered a sacred place, and it is there that your crib should stay if possible. If it is difficult, at least try to direct it in that
The more colorful, the greater the
Another good tip in the New Year is to open all doors and windows in the house just before midnight. In doing this, you will be allowing and inviting all the positive energies to enter it; it
direction.
also permits the negative energies
THE MAIN DOOR OF THE HOUSE
lights to ease this process.
to flow out more quickly. Turn on the
This is actually a suggestion for the
WINDOWS - YOUR PORTALS FOR THE FUTURE
whole year, but it becomes even more important during Christmas and New
Portals for the future, windows
Year. Try to keep the entrance to your
should be adorned carefully and
home always very well-lit and with
without exaggeration. Frame
some welcome symbols; leave the
them with white lights only. On
entrance to the house inviting so that
the parapet, place an object that
it is easy to enter.
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prosperity, put a pot with coins, for
Some plants with very bright and
example.
colorful flowers can give an air of renewal to the environment. Natural plants and
PLANTS AND FRUITS
flowers are a symbol of life and rebirth, the arrival of a new life, which combines
Speaking of plants, they are especially
very well with the Christmas and New
important in your decoration, not only
Year season. Give preference to white
now, but throughout the year. For now,
flowers with green leaves to decorate
try to put some plants in your home,
the table and other house points—the
without exaggeration, just enough so
more beautiful the arrangement, the
that they can play their part.
better the flow of energy.
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You can also place some fruit on the living room table as a symbol of
AUSPICIOUS TIPS FOR FENG SHUI 2021
abundance and prosperity. Some oranges, grapes, pomegranates, nuts,
What do you wish for 2021? Now that
or dried fruits may be enough to
Christmas and New Year preparations
attract these energies.
are underway let's leave some
CANDLES AND LIGHTS Candles are excellent energy vectors, so they can be positioned in your
decoration suggestions according to what you want for the next year.
TO ATTRACT HEALTH
main rooms like the dining room, the
In the central area of your home, abuse
master bedroom, the kitchen, and
the decoration using objectives (and
the bathrooms. Candles can be a
objects) in golden and yellow colors
great asset in working with Feng Shui
and/or that have square shapes.
2021 in the house. It is still possible to choose your candle according to the most appropriate colors for each
TO ATTRACT LOVE
environment, favoring some energy or
Subtly, position some decorative
compensating for deficiencies. There
objects in pink color in the house
are also aromatic candles associated
rooms where there are many people.
with the house's aromatic strategy,
If you prefer, you can also select some
whether or not they match the colors.
items in pairs to do this attraction
The important thing here is not to
technique.
reuse old candles, even with a short fuse. For this Christmas and New Year,
TO ATTRACT PROSPERITY
buy new candles. During the preparations, organize your Regarding the lights, prefer blinkers
kitchen cabinets, as they symbolize
with lights in white or yellow to attract
prosperity. On the dining table,
good fluids. And attention! If any lamp
prepare a beautiful bowl or fruit bowl
burns out, replace it immediately
with lots of fresh fruit. Then take a look
as burnt objects attract a lot of
at the baguá in your house and find
negativity.
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place the Christmas tree (or a small
This tip is for those who will spend
symbolic tree, if the "official" is already
the festivities at home or places like
in another room) and hang positive
friends' houses.
phrases for 2021 on it. TO STRENGTHEN SPIRITUALITY Spirituality and the strength of faith
GET RID OF WHAT NO LONGER SERVES YOU: MAKE ROOM FOR THE NEW
are essential at this time of year. So, take care of the religious and
Feng Shui 2021 talks a lot about
protection symbols in your home. Have
getting rid of everything that no
books on the topic, positive messages,
longer serves you or brings some
prayers, chant mantras, place images
negative feelings, such as sadness.
of saints, angels, gods, or goddesses, make your home a temple.
Before the 31st, try to eliminate any object that is not serving anything or
Remember that the year 2021will have
refer to something terrible. Throwing
Metal and Water as its main elements.
away these items will make room in
Try to keep amulets, symbols, and
your life for new and positive things.
images in your decoration that refer to these elements (as in their colors or
Let go of attachment and get rid of
shapes) or are made of Metal.
the accumulation of clothes.
Before decorating the house to receive
Most people who have their wardrobe
friends and family, it is essential to
stuffed with clothes haven't used
follow this good energies checklist. See
many of them in years. Donate or
what Feng Shui 2021 says about prior
even sell what you can and keep
organization and cleaning.
what really represents who you are. Like clothes, accessories that are no
MONEY IN THE WALLET
longer used only to attract negative
Starting the year with a little money in
or incomplete accessories are even
your wallet is very good for attracting
more serious, like an earring without
the energy of prosperity and ensuring
its pair, a watch that no longer works,
that it is always full during the year.
or a necklace that no longer closes.
energies and take up space. Broken
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If you don't use it, you don't want to repair a defect, or it's something
BOOKS
without great sentimental value,
Reading material such as books
just get rid of everything. Pieces like
and magazines stimulates energies
these can attract and accumulate a
of wisdom and knowledge; try to
lot of negative energy and disrupt an
include this item in the decoration
environment's entire energy balance
even if discreetly. If you have a
without you even realizing it.
study location or an office, be sure
LEAVE ALL ACCOUNTS PAID We know that this is a complicated subject for most people in crisis
to have some well-organized books.
CUSTOMIZE THE ENVIRONMENT
times, but if you can, pay as many bills as you can before the New Year to
This is a measure that applies
attract more positivity for 2021.
specifically to professional environments, such as your office. It
CLEAN THE HOUSE VERY WELL
will serve you, whether it is located at home or in the company. The point is that this is a workplace and
A clean and organized house is
should be treated as such but having
important within Feng Shui 2021.
personal items that give your table
Physical dirt is also synonymous with
a personalized touch, for example,
energetic dirt and hinders its good
is a perfect thing. However, many
circulation. Start the year with a clean
tend to exaggerate this regard,
and tidy house.
which leads to disorganization and a confused and unfavorable energy
Cleaning helps to purify negative
movement. In the professional
energies and, in a way, "eliminate the
environment, the energies dedicated
old." If you wish, you can wipe with
to this purpose must prevail. Use
a cloth bathed in water with coarse
a personal item as an anchor to
salt to help with the cleaning, just
help you in times of difficulty and
be careful not to damage any more
reflection, and not as an element
delicate furniture.
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Relationships
The interconnectedness among all human beings and, consequently, the relationships among us are the focus of this section. The dynamics of the web of connections we make is one of the most prominent aspects of human existence: how we interlace with each other’s existence in a meaningful way.
How to Recognize a Karmic Relationship
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By Ascending Hearts
ow can you find out if your
your mind. This sense of familiarity
relationship is a Karmic
might be more than infatuation.
one?
Do you feel a strong sense of
SIGNS OF A KARMIC RELATIONSHIP
familiarity when you meet someone? Like you know, this person from other
You feel an incredible desire for
lives? This baffles you, but it also pulls
something you never wanted.
you closer to them due to a strong
You feel a divine connection with that
sense of curiosity that bubbles up in
person.
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You feel like you already know a lot
and preventing you from improving
about them without even talking to
your self-esteem.
them.
Love as a Karmic Glue
If you are used to the hate within you, you will feel nothing wrong, even if other people make you feel
If that person becomes your loved
that way.
one, it will affect your relationship with a tantalizing intensity. You will
You are bound by your old family
feel an overwhelming sensation inside
patterns because you voluntarily
your bones, unlike anything you
believe to be subjected to loneliness
have ever felt before because of this
and acute despair. You may feel
unprecedented connection that you
panic when thinking of ending up
share with them.
alone.
Unfortunately, these are signs of a karmic relationship, and it is seldom
Suppose you are in a relationship
good for you. They are relationship
that is under the power of karmic
charged with soul lessons, and some
influence. In that case, you need to
of them may be very painful.
raise your vibration and earnestly to open your eyes to reality. Karma
Three marital bonds exist Karmic,
means balance and lessons.
Dharmic, and Cosmic. The first are
Sometimes these lessons involve
of pain, misery, hunger, nakedness,
self-love, self-care, and sovereignty.
disgrace. The second are of success,
Otherwise, you will surround
bliss, love, financial progress, etc. The
yourself with negativity and old
third is only for the select, pure, and
patterns of limiting behavior. Do not
holy souls and bring inexhaustible
hold yourself.
happiness. Samael Aun Weor
WHAT DO YOU FEEL IN THE KARMIC RELATIONSHIP? You tend to endure situations that are really destroying your self-esteem
You do not even realize it, but you unconsciously repeat these patterns and put your future at risk.
DISTINCTION BETWEEN LOVE AND KARMA
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It is not that easy to distinguish
you, mistreats you, and takes advantage
between loving relationships of souls
of your love. In that case, you are under
and the karmic ones. Love should
the amazing hypnosis of karma.
reassure and calm you, while karmic relationships will fill your life with the
You may or may not be completely
energy of unrest, of the feeling that
aware of the situation, but you still need
you are permanently walking on eggs
to choose to stay with that someone
when with the person. That is not a
for unexplained reasons. You can have
comfortable feeling.
insane physical intimacy with them, and that may lead you to think it is worth
Suppose you are in a relationship with
saving that relationship, but no. It's just
someone who deliberately accepts
a karma maneuver to make you feel all
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the possible angles of that relationship.
your own destiny and that you shape
Many of these feelings are solely yours
your own path. Otherwise, you will
and may not be reciprocated by the
leave things as they are and never
person in question.
do anything about your debilitating situation. Believe me, waiting and
Since karma is meeting self, we
letting things be will only make
acquire karma as we meet self in
things worse.
our many attitudes and emotions; when we serve in loving-kindness and
LOOK FOR HELP AND TALK
patience or hold resentful malicious thoughts, What we do to our fellow
To get rid of old family patterns, you
man we do to our Maker our karma
need to evolve and grow spiritually. It
or problem is within the self.
is not easy to rid of patterns we grew
Edgar Cayce
up with and tend to accept as normal,
ACCEPTANCE STAGE: HOW TO DEAL AND REACH THIS LEVEL?
even when they are not. However, this is not always easy. It may seem impossible. That's why you need to ask for help and talk to someone. Allow a friend to reach out and help
Suppose you want to break free from the fascinating spell of karma. In that
you out of this karma trench.
really stuck in a karmic relationship.
LEARN FROM YOUR MISTAKES
Once you understand that your union
Finally, when you have made the
with your lover is unhappy, you can
difficult decision to dissolve your
remedy your condition. Awareness is
karma, you need to remain strong.
the first and important step.
You need to tell yourself with the
case, you must first accept that you are
YOU ARE THE CAPTAIN OF YOUR DESTINY
conviction that you will never allow anyone to destroy your happiness and soothe your self-esteem. And above all, that you will not repeat
You have to settle the matter with your
the same mistakes with any other
own hands and realize that you create
relationship.
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Metaphysics
Psychics: What Do They Know and How Are They Different?
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by Arthur Telling
here are some among us
The nature of reality is a construct
who say they are psychics.
of beliefs. Underlying these beliefs is
What does it mean to be a
consciousness, perceived by science as
psychic? Are we or can we
living cells that make up the physical
become psychic?
world. Science understands these living cells as the elements composing
Consciousness, not Matter is the
physical Matter, but they see symbols
Foundation of Our World
built by consciousness. Science can
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only observe thought produced by
Western focus. In the year 2020, author
consciousness as undeciphered
Marianne Williamson ran a national
vibration.
campaign for President of the United States, the first openly professed
Science, unable to see how the world
psychic.
is constructed, denies the existence of such consciousness, proclaiming a
But what is a psychic? What does it
"flat world" mindset of the world being
mean to hold "the inner knowledge"?
composed of hard material objects.
It means everything, actually. It
Yet, material objects are a construct
means having some direction and
of the mind. Without the mind, there
understanding of where we came
are no material objects to be seen
from, our purpose for being here, and
and observed. However, some people
what will happen at the body's death.
confess that they see and interact
It realizes that we were blind, even
with elements within consciousness
fools, building personal identities,
that are not physically observable.
and daily narratives without knowing
Such people are outside the accepted
where it took us in the longer term.
model's bounds and are so labeled "psychics," a generally Western term.
On Becoming a Psychic
Psychics a Class Preserving Inner Knowledge
However, knowledge of the inner worlds does not make for a psychic any more than would knowledge of good
Metaphysical science is the recognized
art makes one an artist. We generally
umbrella for Western psychics, the
claim to be psychic when recognizing
latter term being a recognition of
inner world information and putting
personal spiritual knowledge. Gurus
it to some kind of use. It commonly
from India and teachers from Asia are
involves establishing communications
today focusing attention on the West.
with one or more other-worldly
They are making inroads in restoring
spirits or having some gift (or
the West's forgotten knowledge.
defect per the conventional world).
Psychic Deepak Chopra is a popular
When the extrasensory information
speaker and author presenting
is decipherable, such as seeing
Eastern knowledge with a practical
auras that will allow visualization of
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moods, state of mind, and degree of
Ford. Through a process called
development, areas beyond physical
"automatic typing" recorded Ford's
recognition.
experience in the afterlife from the point of Ford's physical passing
Arthur Ford, who lived during the
in a book titled "A World Beyond."
20th century, was a well known
Jane Roberts, a more contemporary
psychic in some circles. He tells of
psychic from Elmira, New York,
Fletcher, a World War I buddy who
came into communication with
died in the war. They came into an
a high-level entity called "Seth."
inner communication with Fletcher's
Through direct channeling, he
promise he would stay and be Ford's
dictated many volumes of high-level
spiritual eye. Syndicated columnist
information describing inner reality
Ruth Montgomery later befriended
in great detail.
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Seeing and Advancing Our Psychic Natures
To know who this new inner source
Making contact with inner entities
or from dreams or visions. My first
offers a new source for the information
recognizable contact was with my
blocked, denied, or foreign to the
father ten years after he died. I could
physical world record. Such contact
feel it when he was in the room.
can be highly rewarding but, just as
Over some years, we came to a
trusting strangers in this world should
subtle communication in the form
be done with caution, contact with
of "charades," where I probe with
inner-world entities should be equally
questions and receive back a subtle
so. We should trust yet test the entity
yes or no nod that I feel in my head.
for validity as we would a new friend.
Having one trusted other-worldly
requires some verifiable contact, be it audible or some form of touch,
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entity (my dad), I had a reliable contact
information and other spirits. Their
for verifying other spirit-world entities.
personalities are exactly like ours, except
Beyond this, as an author, I have at my
that they cannot lie, for they cannot
fingertips internally developed sources
manipulate data. It just comes out.
offering historical and other information
There is no separation, added processing
that human persons are not otherwise
between thoughts inside the head and
privy to. The writing remains mine.
words spoken through the mouth.
I'm not directly receiving it in verbal or written form. Still, the information is of a
The invisible inner world is not
history formerly lost to the physical world
something to fear and should not be of
and otherwise unobtainable.
any mystery. It is not extra to our world. It is the source of our world. Through
Verifying transferred inner information
the mind, evolution is the physical
is much like the skepticism a historian
world reflecting activity built in the
must have regarding his available
inner emotional and mental planes. To
surviving written sources. Is this spirit
improve our lives here in this world will
entity actually who he claims to be?
require an intuitive understanding of the
If a close relative or friend has passed
nature of reality, inner spirit, and physical
on, it may be easy to feel and confirm
planes.
their unique aura and personality. Let's suppose the spirit personality was famous or of the known reputation. In that case, it is good to weigh their new information against the existing records. Perhaps you should "read between the lines" to see how their version matches with the surviving historical record of which itself may be wrong or in-part myth.
Arthur Telling has written numerous stories and articles on religion, philosophy, and metaphysics. His article, "A Different Jesus Message," appeared in the Nov. 2011 AMORC Rosicrucian Digest. Telling is the author of nine books, including the untold stories of Cleopatra and Jesus, a just-released novel based on true events titled: "THE INCARNATION:
The inner sources cannot be lying but can be mistaken. Spirits depend largely on the physical world and their own knowledge of the physical record for
Cleopatra's Story of Jesus." His website: www.arthurtelling.com and Facebook page "Philosophy for a Modern Era: www.facebook.com/philo30
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Ten Ways You Channel (And You may not be Aware of) By Lisa Shaw
C
hanneling is not a skill
has upset our routine, stunted our
appointed to others but
mobility, and altered our thinking.
an innate Divine talent
Some, viewing the world through
each of us has. Learning
a one-dimensional lens, fret that
to recognize how we are channels
it has prevented growth. On the
promotes clarity, spiritual growth, and
contrary, though, we can harvest
healing for ourselves and others.
opportunities in this slowdown. It has thrust upon us the time and
We are more than seven months in
space we would not ordinarily afford
the COVID-19 pandemic, causing a
for ourselves in a world cluttered
slowdown (if not a shutdown) that
with minutiae.
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After we've exhausted all the Netflix
leading to higher consciousness and
and Amazon Prime binge-watching,
spiritual growth.
we find even more empty space that the Universe asks us to fill with
1. See the significance of closed
pursuits that matter, a life-changing
doors; they are not lost
invitation. Using this time and
opportunities and should not
increased solitude to recognize our
incite feelings of failure. They are
intuitive gifts will prove to us how in
imperative messages from the
so many ways, we are channels for the
Universe, but you have to accept
Divine.
them as such. Consider them the way you'd follow directional
In the secular world, a channel is
signals or road maps—go this
defined as "a band of frequencies
way instead of that. Following
used in radio and television
the messages saves unnecessary
transmission, especially as used by
frustration or disappointment.
a particular station" or "a length of
There is no failure. Seek the open
water wider than a strait, joining two
road.
larger areas of water, especially two seas." These standard definitions
2. Investigate your anxiety. We
assume more significance if we apply
rush to seek artificial remedies to
them to our spiritual process—each of
quell anxiety without examining
our senses' functions as a channel—
it. A Xanax here, a glass of wine
including our subtle senses.
there, a fun diversion elsewhere.
Honing our own channeling skills
Anxiety can be the first step
doesn't require finding a guru or
to healing when we view it as
expensive mentor; it merely means
a key to self-understanding.
learning to recognize the signs and
What am I feeling? When did it
symbols the Universe sends us. As
start? What is its source? Does
individuals, we respond differently to
it really have external roots, or
different stimuli and learning to trust
is it an internal reaction to an
what we see/hear/feel exercises our
external situation? Breathe into
channeling ability. Channeling for
the feeling. Let yourself hear/
ourselves helps us understand and
see/feel the answers without
move through periods of discomfort,
restraint. Allowing yourself to dive
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within and retrieve the answers is
4. Pay attention to recurring
channeling. Trust yourself. Love
numbers. Do you keep seeing
yourself enough to do this.
repetitive numerical patterns on the clock? On grocery store
3. Revel in the gifts of nature. Open
receipts? Where else? Ancient
your eyes and pay attention as
traditions relied on the spiritual
nothing random crosses your path.
elements of numbers for
Feathers at your feet? Calls of the
guidance; numerology is rooted
crow overhead. Animals crossing
in Kabbalah. What are these
your way more often. All of these
numbers trying to tell you?
are visitations and symbols of the etheric world. Recognizing and interpreting them is channeling.
5. Honor your ideas, any ideas, even the most fleeing one that
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flashes by in an instant. Go back
to dial, your phone rings. Or
and harness it. It's a message.
you do make the call and are
It's a suggestion. Don't judge it
greeted, "I was just thinking
or dismiss it as frivolous. A new
about you!" Don't explain this
notion comes from somewhere
away as a coincidence. This is
deep within your consciousness.
that "band of frequencies" you're
Channel it.
traveling. You are channeling, transmitting, and receiving
6. Follow your urges to reach out to
energy. Learn to direct it.
someone you have been meaning, not call. Perhaps you've been
7. Be alert to temperature changes.
thinking of contacting someone
Temperature sensitivity often
for days, and just as you are about
accompanies the openness to
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etheric energies around you. Once
accessible. You'll see the light,
you do this, you might find your
colors, images. Don't insist upon
household electrical system gets a
precise interpretations. Breathe
bit buggy; TVs turning themselves
through what you see, and you will
on, light bulbs flickering; glass
gather what you need, which is
breaking by itself. Stop. Breathe.
most often divine love and support.
Sense the visitor from spirit. Ask
When you feel it, the Universe will
for a more specific message. You
celebrate?
are channeling. 10. Honor your unique gifts. Creativity 8. Cherish and retain your dreams.
is the nature of our spirit. Sing.
They are the Divine consciousness
Write. Paint. Dance. Craft. Listen.
vehicles and provide the platform
Play. Make a mess. Have fun
for premotions, visitations,
making a mess, and don't hurry to
guidance, and warnings; they are
clean it up immediately. Rejoice!
never accidental. One technique to
This is channeling.
help you remember your dream is to drink water just before you fall
This period for us can generate
asleep; when you wake up hours
high-speed spiritual growth. It will
later to use the bathroom, you will
also make each of us a brighter
likely remember the dream. You
light in a period of extreme global
can also direct your dreams as a
darkness and fear. By far, this is the
means of asking the spirit world
most sacred element of channeling,
for help. Messages and visitations,
healing the world by seeking clarity
subtle or direct, will become
for ourselves.
routine for you. Often, channeling through dreams is the most gentle way to gather information. 9. Slow down your breathing. Slow down your thoughts. Close your eyes. You're never blank. As you settle into the meditative state, higher frequencies become
Lisa Shaw is a spiritual counselor, animal communicator, writer, and professor who lives in South Florida with her animals. Her eBook, Illumination: Life Lessons from Our Animal Companions, is available on Amazon Kindle. Find out more at www.reikidogs.com
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Astrology
Personal Growth & Development
We grow as individuals as we face challenges and overcome life’s obstacles. This section is dedicated to helping you chart your course.
Learn to Embrace Your Perfection
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by Veronica Lee
here's Perfection,
as "the condition, state, or quality of
perfectionism, and
being free or as free as possible from
Perfection. Well, there are
all flaws or defects." At the same time,
more words associated with
perfectionism is the "refusal to accept
Perfection, but let's start by examining
any standard short of perfection."
the essence of these three words. According to the Oxford Languages'
Typically, we infer Perfection as a
online dictionary, Perfection is defined
nearly impossible state – especially
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in the context of the human being –
shortcomings. Still, as spiritual beings,
and perfectionism as a neurotic, futile
we also understand that we are
attempt to achieve it. But what about
aspects of God/Goddess/Source and
Perfection, with a capital P?
must be created from its Perfection. If the Perfection of God is in all
No, you won't find Perfection with a
things, so must this Perfection be
capital P having a specific definition
our humanness – in each one of us –
in any dictionary. Unlike God, it is
including our multitude of flaws and
not typically capitalized or noted to
inadequacies.
be more perfect than its lowercase version. As readers (even non-religious
Buddhism and other eastern
ones), we understand the essential
traditions teach that life itself is an
difference between God and God;
illusion. That what we experience
the former indicates a quality that
with our senses – or even think with
transcends lowercase ordinariness.
our minds – is not the reality in its
When God is capitalized, there's an
entirety. Spiritual awareness enables
indication of specificity, a reverence,
us to recognize a grander Mystery,
an unspoken understanding of the
one we may never fully comprehend
significance, nobility, grandness, and
but strive to experience for personal
unequivocal qualities… of Perfection.
fulfillment, joy, and purpose.
Whatever your spiritual or religious
As we embark on a more conscious,
beliefs, allow yourself to liken
spiritual path, we often become
Perfection's essence with God/
seekers of teachers, gurus. Guideposts
Goddess (or Source, Creator, or
to be discovered "out there," only to
whatever word works for you). There
realize that what we seek is ultimately
is a fundamentally unnamable quality
found within ourselves.
meant to be experienced by the soul rather than understood by the mind.
What if, like our desire to "know God,"
Using this as our definition, we can
we chose to embrace our Perfection?
follow the path to Perfection. As
In a culture that is shaped by high
humans, we may not see ourselves
expectations of attractiveness,
as God, or even god-like with our
success, material goods, quality
imperfect behaviors and various
workmanship, and keeping up with
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the (name your family), we have come
prayer (and feeling unworthy when
to realize the harsh consequences
unanswered) to the focus on cultivating
that impossible standards can have
within a deeper trust in God's Plan (or
on the average individual trying to
Divine Timing or Thy Will).
be and/or present Perfection and – understandably – failing. Erroneously,
Perhaps it's time to realize that the
we associate this external, polished
external Perfection that tantalizes us
Perfection with our value.
has actually been a call to embrace our essential Perfection. Our spiritual
Shifting our attention from an external
maturation enables us to perceive
God that will answer our every
things from a foundation of Love and
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Perfection. It's our human striving that
I to be Perfect?" you may wonder.
becomes the practice.
Often. And then there are the concerns over what this must look
The path to embracing your Perfection
like externally to be true. Those
does not need to be dogmatic. Nor
spiritual beliefs of reality-creating
does it have to be fuel for excuses to
may challenge you at every turn.
do and say and show up as your lowest
But the emptiness you discover in
expression of yourself… but, of course,
meditation may help you let go of
it can. Instead, like believing in God,
expectations. Let go of Perfection
perhaps the quest begins as a mere
itself.
possibility – that it exists, and you are interested in discovering more.
Yet none of these meanderings matter. This is your path… your
Like most spiritual practices,
experience… your potential to
embracing your Perfection will take…
recognize a fundamental aspect
well, practice. This can start with simple
of your spiritual-human being…
affirmations such as, "I am Perfect
and, ultimately, your willingness to
and Whole just as I am." Meditation or
embrace your Perfection.
visualization can support your process. Listening to and shifting your selftalk away from criticism and towards the remembrance of your Perfection can be affirming. In time, you may come to believe wholeheartedly in your Perfection, despite external circumstances indicating you may actually be delusional. Maybe others won't believe, trust, or understand, and you will occasionally sink into doubt. This is where cultivated trust acts as reinforcement.
Veronica Lee is a Transformational Visionary, Speaker, Writer, Spiritual Mentor, and Intuitive. Through her work, she has shared lifechanging insights and guidance with thousands around the world. Believing joy comes from living an integrated life, Veronica focuses on embracing our whole selves, making peace with imperfections, taking transformative steps, or awakening spiritual gifts. Her empowering style of sharing is both
Embracing your Perfection is undoubtedly an ego-dance. "Who am
practical and deeply insightful. www.VeronicaLee.tv
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Inner Journey: Exploring Your "Third Eye"
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by Johanna Kern
hether we are aware
Here we are. We are thinking. We
of it or not, we
are aware of our existence, our
continue to evolve –
senses. We are aware of something
for the purpose of
within and of something external.
the ongoing expansion of what we
We comprehend we understand,
indeed are: consciousness. Whatever
we know.
we experience contributes to what we know about ourselves.
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We know things related to the above,
Many people have never felt truly
or we know things because we
alive. To many, life is either hard
have inherited some of our genes'
or disappointing, or "running on
knowledge. Our ancestors learned
automatic pilot."
things that we don't have to learn. We already know these things because of
Because our minds tend to work in a
what we call Evolution.
particular way: we think in a way we are used to. That is actually not so bad
As we keep evolving, our knowledge
when it comes to remembering or
grows. And – as we keep evolving –
analyzing things where that type of
we find more and more ways of
logic is required. However, when we
experiencing ourselves. When we
want to expand our consciousness
are not aware of our development
and live the life we want, instead of
through experience, we are often
living the one we don't want – we
overwhelmed by the unexpected
need to train our minds to use our
changes in our life, facing challenges
logic beyond sensory perception. This
we don't understand, attracting
way, we free our subconsciousness of
numerous obstacles and problems. We
the old negative programming.
often feel we lack Happiness – which manifests as stress, deteriorating health,
Yes, it can be done. If others could
addiction, loneliness (whether we are
do it, we can do it too. As the
in a relationship or not), anxiety, lack of
consciousness that we are, we keep
purpose, dissatisfaction with our lives,
evolving.
and dissatisfaction with ourselves and/ As the Evolving Consciousness, we
or others.
have no limits other than those we Have you ever felt that your life was
impose on ourselves. And deep inside,
going nowhere? Have you ever felt
we all know that.
limited and disappointed with what was available to you and didn't know how
Knowing Through Experiencing
to break free from that feeling and the
Beyond Senses
circumstances? To help you expand your mind's If your answer is "yes," you are not alone.
capacity, I'd like you to try the
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following Inner Journey. It is designed
The following Inner Journey is meant
to have a different effect on your mind
to help you to adjust to a new way
than some audio recordings (such as
of perceiving and exploring the
guided meditations), usually used for
possibility of experiencing your
such purposes.
existence on another level.
You will be asked to keep switching
Inner Journey: Experiencing Beyond
back and forth between reading
Senses
(sensory perception) and internal experiencing (spiritual perception). It is
Exploring Your "Third Eye":
an excellent way to prompt your brain to start using its otherwise "asleep"
Find a comfortable position so that
parts, sharpen your intuition and
your body can feel fully relaxed with
induce your so-called "third eye" vision.
no strain on any of its parts.
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Now take a few deep breaths before
trust your own process and imagine
you go on.
that.
Take as long as you wish, or need, to
NOTE: If you are by any chance a
read the following. Remember, there
person who cannot easily picture
is no rush. You'll get where you are
images in your mind – try to feel what's
meant to get at the most appropriate
happening instead of trying to imagine
time for you.
it.
Experiencing is not about rushing
Open your eyes to come back to
things. Experiencing is about
reading after you have completed the
experiencing.
task.
Keep breathing slowly and peacefully.
Close your eyes NOW. ***
STEP 1
Good. You have opened your eyes.
In a moment, I will ask you to close your eyes and open them again to continue to read after you imagine the following:
Keep breathing slowly and deeply. Here is what to do next.
STEP 2 In a moment, you will close your eyes
You are at the bottom of your "third
to imagine the following, and after
eye." Those who are not sure what
that, you will open your eyes to read
the "third eye" is: concentrate on the
further.
point between and slightly above your eyebrows. There is an energy center there, and we call it the "third eye."
A: Imagine that you are still at the bottom of your "third eye" and that colorful clouds of energy surround
Imagine that you are at the bottom
you, constantly moving and swirling.
of your own "third eye" in some unexplained, safe, and pleasant way.
B: With your eyes closed, you turn your
Let's not think about whether it is
eyeballs to the left, as far as you can
possible or not. It's not the point. Just
(do it really).
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C: Imagine that you see a tunnel there, on the left. Step forward with
perceiving, instead of acquiring the knowledge only via your mind.
no hesitation, and walk inside the tunnel. Its walls are made of dark
Take your time. Take as much time as
blue energy, looking like swirling
you want.
dark blue clouds. You are progressing at your own speed. D: Keep walking forward until you see
That speed is appropriate for you.
the end of the tunnel. Don't leave the tunnel yet. Stop here, and open
Keep breathing slowly and
your eyes to continue reading.
peacefully. Remember to remain in a comfortable position.
If you want to reread the above, do it as many times as you wish to better
Step 3
remember how to do this step. There is no rush.
If you are ready to do so, you will close your eyes again to imagine the
You are not being judged for how well
following:
or how fast you do the steps. A: You are leaving the blue tunnel. It When you are ready: close your eyes
is an enjoyable feeling as if you had
NOW.
been caressed with love.
Good. You have opened your eyes.
B: Next, imagine yourself outside the tunnel.
If it worked for you this far, you might continue with this Inner Journey. If it
C: Imagine that you have just arrived
didn't – try it again later. Stop reading
at a very far "corner" of the
this article and come back to it later
Universe, and all around you, there
today or tomorrow, or when you feel
are colorful and shapeless clouds of
you are ready to try to do it again.
energy.
It is important that you practice
When you are ready: close your eyes
experiencing and trying new ways of
NOW.
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Good. You have opened your eyes.
Good. You have opened your eyes. You
Let us continue.
have completed all the steps.
Keep breathing slowly and deeply.
Now you can look at your situation from a different perspective. Now you
Stay comfortable. All is well.
can KNOW what to do and not what to do.
Step 4
I wish you Happiness. A: Close your eyes and imagine that you will now develop an extraordinary vision, allowing you to see past the colorful clouds and see many places at once. B: Turn your eyeballs to the left. With your left index finger, touch the place just above your eyebrows, where your "third eye" is located in your forehead (do it really). C: Imagine that this gesture caused a little spark in your heart. Then put down your arm.
is a transformational teacher, filmmaker, and multiple awardwinning authors of "365 (+1) Affirmations to Create A Great Life", "Secrets of Love for Everyone," "Master and the Green-Eyed Hope," etc. She practices and shares the Master Teachings of HOPE, helping people find their own power and progress in all life areas. Her story received international attention, winning praise from readers in North America and
D: Imagine that the little spark makes things around you brighter and enables you to see what you couldn't see before. When you are ready: Close your eyes NOW.
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7 Ways to Transform the Energy of Discontentment by Michelle J Howe
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S
ometimes, you will
I'd invite you to answer the following
not fully recognize the
questions:
source of your pain or discontentment.
• What do I deeply honor and hold true? What do I value?
It may look like one thing– My life is overwhelming— or I am sick all the time– or my back hurts when in actuality, the source of that ailment comes from something different.
• Is there dissonance between how I am choosing to live and my values? • If so, where are those areas of tension? What can I let go of? • What can I add to my life that
For example, an incompatible
would help me live what I hold
career choice may manifest itself as
true?
an inconsolable source of sadness or depression. Or an ongoing
• In what small ways can I begin to honor my deepest truths?
resentment may eventually manifest You may also want to consider the
into a chronic illness.
following: What you experience as stress, pain, and unhappiness can be a reflection
1. Take time to consider what is most
of something entirely different. It's
important to you. Reflect on what
not until you slow down and stop
you think is important. There is a lot
deflecting that you allow yourself to
of noise out there. Reflecting will
notice the connection between your
help you ignore the noise and focus
experiences.
on your priorities.
How can you see more clearly what's
2. Acknowledge any areas of tension. Sometimes it feels easier to tuck
happening?
these away to avert your eyes. You'll need to dive deeper, make
Avoidance is ultimately not helpful.
yourself a priority, and spend some
Look at contradictions in your life
quality time with discernment,
with full attention. Do you care
honesty, and reflection. Your task is to
deeply about sustainability but find
think about the ways your life is not in
yourself eating take-out too often?
alignment with your deepest values.
Do you have strong convictions
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about individuals' self-efficacy but
step forward to consciously make
work a job that doesn't allow you to
your next decisions based on what
empower people? Do you believe
honors you. It gets easier and
in the importance of family life but
easier. It takes time. Be patient.
find yourself with no energy for your family at the end of the day?
4. Keep learning. Learn something
Acknowledge these areas of tension.
new! Learn about what catches your
What do you see? What does that
interest.
teach you? What changes does it prompt you to consider?
Learn about energy. Learn about boundaries. Empath Evolution
3. Make choices that are in alignment with your deepest truths. You can
offers some great resources to help you navigate your path.
get stuck with decisions that aren't in alignment with your values for
5. Talk to yourself as if you were
so long that you've forgotten what
talking to your best friend. Be
you truly want – feeling lost and
kind to yourself. Know that you
disconnected from yourself. When
are learning and growing – self-
you recognize this state of being –
discovery takes time.
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6. Let go. If there aren't serving you or
aligned with those values, you will
that contradict your values, consider
be pleasantly surprised to find those
letting them go.
stubborn, old ailments disappear.
7. Choose joy. What brings you
Remember, you are not alone. Empath
lightness? What things spark a new
Evolutions offers a variety of long and
vibrancy in you? Often, those things
short-term programs, as well as private
are in alignment with your deepest
sessions, to support you along your path.
values. Consider ways to get more of that into your life. Whether it is time in nature, volunteering, writing, time with a loved one, or a good book, build more time into your schedule for the things that light you up. The more you know yourself, the easier it becomes to make choices aligned with the precious and important things to you. When you make choices
MICHELLE J. HOWE is a powerful channel of high vibrational, healing energies. She serves today as an Awakening Speaker, Evolutionary Guide, and a Master Healer. As a perpetual student of life, Michelle holds many healing certifications and is a graduate of the Orin & DaBen Awakening Light Body Program. Michelle awakens and guides heartcentered individuals on the Path to Joyful Expansion.
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