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Reduce Anxiety Easily

by PathofthePhoenix
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If you are feeling stressed or anxious, take a moment to try this.

Use the tip of your index finger to apply gentle but firm acupressure on YinTang, also known as “Acupunctures Chill Pill”, located between your eyebrows.

Close your eyes, and focus on making your breaths slow and deep whilst you maintain pressure on the point.

If you like visualisations, you can imagine white or golden light entering YinTang on the inbreath, and spreading through your body on the outbreath.

Aim for 10 breaths, although you might enjoy it so much you want to do it for longer!

You should feel calmer and more balanced afterwards.

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Colour My World

by PathofthePhoenix
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The use of colour as a form of treatment is simple, cheap and effective and can also be used in conjunction with any other form of treatment, both conventional and complementary.

Scientifically, colours have been proven to affect our moods and perception, and there is evidence of this form of therapy dating back to ancient societies in Egypt, China and India.

It is an entirely non-invasive holistic treatment which aims to bring balance to the energy of our body.

So how does it work?

Colour is just light of varying wavelengths and frequencies. Electromagnetic waves constantly surround us, and colour is part of those waves. Every single cell in the body needs light energy. Our cells absorb colour, and this affects us on every level, physically, emotionally and spiritually.

Each colour has a different frequency, thereby having a different effect on the body when exposed. The colours of the rainbow; red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and purple resonate with the main energy centres of the body. We have seven main energy centres, known by their Sanskrit name, chakras which means wheel or disk. The chakras are each connected to a major gland in the endocrine system.

The balance of energy in the body’s chakras is vital for wellbeing, so when there is an imbalance, whether it has a physical or emotional cause, it can negatively affect us.

The simple use of colour can help you to stimulate or unblock your chakras and return your whole body to a point of homeostasis.

The information below presents the meanings generally associated with the most common colours. Use these meanings as a starting point in your own explorations. We are unique individuals and colours may hold different meanings for us than for others, just as a piece of music inspires different feelings in different people.

Use colours to promote those qualities you wish to enhance. You can use them in your home or office, as articles of clothing or pieces of jewellery.

Red

Red symbolizes energy, passion, strength, courage, physical activity, creativity, warmth, and security. It is also associated with aggression. In healing, use red to bring warmth and burn out disease. Red is a powerful colour and should be used in moderation. In the aura red signifies materialism, materialistic ambition, a focus on sensual pleasures and a quick temper.

Red is the colour of fire and blood, so it is associated with energy, war, danger, strength, power, determination as well as passion, desire, and love.

Red is a very emotionally intense colour. It enhances human metabolism, increases respiration rate, and raises blood pressure. It has very high visibility, which is why stop signs, stoplights, and fire equipment are usually painted red. In heraldry, red is used to indicate courage. It is a colour found in many national flags.

Light red represents joy, sexuality, passion, sensitivity, and love.
Pink signifies romance, love, and friendship. It denotes feminine qualities and passiveness.
Dark red is associated with vigour, willpower, rage, anger, leadership, courage, longing, malice, and wrath.
Brown suggests stability and denotes masculine qualities.
Reddish-brown is associated with harvest and fall.

Orange

Orange symbolizes the individual’s relationship to the external world, the needs and wants of the physical body and the ways in which these are satisfied, the world of work. In healing orange may increase immunity and sexual energy. In the aura orange signifies thoughtfulness and creativity.

Orange combines the energy of red and the happiness of yellow. It is associated with joy, sunshine, and the tropics. Orange represents enthusiasm, fascination, happiness, creativity, determination, attraction, success, encouragement, and stimulation.

To the human eye, orange is a very hot colour, so it gives the sensation of heat. Nevertheless, orange is not as aggressive as red. Orange increases oxygen supply to the brain, produces an invigorating effect, and stimulates mental activity. It is highly accepted among young people. As a citrus colour, orange is associated with healthy food and stimulates appetite. Orange is the colour of fall and harvest. In heraldry, orange is symbolic of strength and endurance.

Dark orange can mean deceit and distrust.
Red-orange corresponds to desire, sexual passion, pleasure, domination, aggression, and thirst for action.

Yellow

Yellow symbolizes intellect, creativity, happiness and the power of persuasion. It is also associated with cowardice. In healing use yellow to promote clarity of thought. In the aura yellow signifies intellectual development, for either material or spiritual ends.

Yellow is the colour of sunshine. It’s associated with joy, happiness, intellect, and energy.

Yellow produces a warming effect, arouses cheerfulness, stimulates mental activity, and generates muscle energy. Yellow is often associated with food. Bright, pure yellow is an attention getter, which is the reason taxicabs are painted this colour. When overused, yellow may have a disturbing effect; it is known that babies cry more in yellow rooms. Yellow is seen before other colours when placed against black; this combination is often used to issue a warning. In heraldry, yellow indicates honour and loyalty. Later the meaning of yellow was related to cowardice.

Dull yellow represents caution, decay, sickness, and jealousy.
Light yellow is associated with intellect, freshness, and joy.

Green

Green symbolizes money, luck, prosperity, vitality and fertility. It is also associated with envy. Green is the colour of healing; it is beneficial in all healing situations. In the aura green signifies balance, peace and often indicates ability as a healer.

Green is the colour of nature. It symbolizes growth, harmony, freshness, and fertility. Green has strong emotional correspondence with safety. Dark green is also commonly associated with money.

Green has great healing power. It is the most restful colour for the human eye; it can improve vision. Green suggests stability and endurance. Sometimes green denotes lack of experience; for example, a ‘greenhorn’ is a novice. In heraldry, green indicates growth and hope. Green, as opposed to red, means safety; it is the colour of free passage in road traffic.

Dark green is associated with ambition, greed, and jealousy.
Yellow-green can indicate sickness, cowardice, discord, and jealousy.
Aqua is associated with emotional healing and protection.
Olive green is the traditional colour of peace.

Blue

Blue is the colour of spirituality, intuition, inspiration and inner peace. It is also associated with sadness and depression (the “blues”). In healing blue is used for cooling and calming, both physically and mentally. In the aura blue indicates serenity, contentment and spiritual development.

Blue is the colour of the sky and sea. It is often associated with depth and stability. It symbolizes trust, loyalty, wisdom, confidence, intelligence, faith, truth, and heaven.

Blue is considered beneficial to the mind and body. It slows human metabolism and produces a calming effect. Blue is strongly associated with tranquillity and calmness. In heraldry, blue is used to symbolize piety and sincerity.

Blue is associated with health, healing, tranquillity, understanding, and softness.

Indigo

Indigo is associated with psychic ability. In healing, use indigo for relaxation, reassurance and promoting psychism. In the aura indigo signifies a seeker, often of spiritual truth.

Indigo represents knowledge, power, integrity, and seriousness.

Purple

Purple is associated with power, both earthly and spiritual. In healing, purple is used for mental disorders and for becoming one with Spirit. In the aura purple signifies higher spiritual development.

Purple combines the stability of blue and the energy of red. Purple is associated with royalty. It symbolizes power, nobility, luxury, and ambition. It conveys wealth and extravagance. Purple is associated with wisdom, dignity, independence, creativity, mystery, and magic.

Light purple evokes romantic and nostalgic feelings.
Dark purple evokes gloom and sad feelings. It can cause frustration.

White

White is associated with truth, purity, cleansing, healing and protection. It is a good general healing colour for the removal of pain and suffering. In the aura it signifies a high level of attainment, a higher-level soul incarnated to help others.

White is associated with light, goodness, innocence, purity, and virginity. It is considered to be the colour of perfection.

White means safety, purity, and cleanliness. As opposed to black, white usually has a positive connotation. White can represent a successful beginning. In heraldry, white depicts faith and purity.

Gold

Gold represents understanding and luck. Remember though that nothing comes from nothing, It is the most powerful healing colour, but so powerful that many are not able to stand it initially and must be conditioned to it via other colours. In the aura it represents service to others.

Gold evokes the feeling of prestige. The meaning of gold is illumination, wisdom, and wealth. Gold often symbolizes high quality

Black

Black is the absence of colour. It represents the unconscious and mystery. Its visualization can help promote deep meditation. Black also stands for evil (eg: black magic). In the aura it signifies some kind of blockage, or something being hidden.

Black is associated with power, elegance, formality, death, evil, and mystery.

Black is a mysterious colour associated with fear and the unknown (black holes). It usually has a negative connotation (blacklist, black humour, ‘black death’). Black denotes strength and authority; it is considered to be a very formal, elegant, and prestigious colour (black tie, black Mercedes). In heraldry, black is the symbol of grief.

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How does Astrology relate to me?

by PathofthePhoenix
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The term astrology means knowledge of the stars. A skilled astrologer views the stars and planets as life forces that are experienced within each of us. We are not just influenced by hereditary factors and the environment, but also by the state of our solar system at the moment of birth.

The planets are regarded as basic life-forces, the tools we live by as well as the basis of our very substance. These planetary forces take on different forms, depending on their zodiacal position and on the way they relate to one another.

The aspects formed between the planets describe these relationships, the positions of the planets in relation to the place of birth tell us of their expression in the spheres of life depicted by the astrological houses.
By interpreting the roles of the planets and their qualities, the elements, signs and houses, astrology is able to present a complete and comprehensive picture of the person and their potential, based on the natal horoscope.

Just knowing your sun sign can give you a glimpse into your personality traits and how to use your strengths to your advantage.

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Walk Your Way to Health

by PathofthePhoenix
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Even though people have been helping control their body weight and boost their longevity by walking since the beginning of time, we first heard about intentionally walking to lose weight and fight off certain diseases around the 1990s.

Walking daily for health gained attention at this time when the Centers for Disease Control in partnership with the American College of Sports Medicine first recommended at least 30 minutes of “brisk walking” for all adults most days of the week. At the same time, the American Heart Association got on board with the “30 minutes of walking daily” message. The rest of the world followed suit.

Walking has since been considered the gold standard for meeting the guidelines of daily “moderate-intensity physical activity,” since it can be done by just about anyone, at any time, for no cost whatsoever.

6 Health Benefits of Walking

  1. Helps You Maintain a Healthy Weight
  2. Low-Impact and Easy on Joints
  3. Good for Improving and Preserving Heart Health
  4. Fights Depression And Improves Your Mood
  5. Supports Bone Health Into Older Age
  6. Can Be Done Anywhere and Doesn’t Require Equipment

So what are you waiting for? Slip on a comfy pair of shoes and get walking!

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Finding Feathers

by PathofthePhoenix
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Angels are spiritual beings with an incredibly high and light vibration who serve according to Divine will. Angels are the pure energy of love and light, and so while they’re always near us, their energy is so light and fine that from the density of the physical realm that it’s easy to overlook their presence or miss it entirely. So they send signs to let us know they’re near and offering their love, guidance and support.

In this post, I’m going to look at what very well may be the ultimate angelic sign, which is finding feathers. I’m always finding feathers on my path. I love seeing them, and when I do, I just thank the angels for their presence and use the feather as a reminder to be present in the moment, tuned into gratitude, and aware of the angels which are all around.

Although angels don’t need wings to fly, wings represent their ability to swiftly carry out Divine will. Angels are also quite aware that they’ve been believed to have wings, and have been represented with wings in paintings, stories, and sculptures for thousands of years. Due to this, when they do show themselves, they often do so with wings so we will recognize them. And since most people aren’t regularly in a high enough vibration to see angels (yet), angels love leaving feathers, as a sign and signal that they are near.

The Symbolic Meaning of Feathers

In addition to representing the actual feathers from angels’ wings, the spiritual symbolic meaning of feathers can be seen in many different cultures, each referring to spiritual communication and ascension to the higher realms.

The Egyptians believed feathers to be a symbol of Ma’at, the goddess of truth, justice, and order.

Native American Chiefs wore feathers in their head-dresses to represent their communication with the spirit world and believed finding feathers was a sign of new beginnings and rebirth from spirit.

Celtic Druids wore ornately feathered robes to transcend the physical plane and gain celestial knowledge from the realms of spirit. In the Bible, feathers metaphorically represent loving care and protection and as a common dream symbol, feathers signify the ability to freely move throughout life.

So what is the meaning of a feather? 

Feathers represent a fresh start in a spiritual sense, as well as truth, speed, love, lightness, and flight.

White Feather Theory

Feathers clearly have a strong connection to the spiritual realms. So what’s the deal with finding a white feather on your path?

First off, white feathers are the most commonly known and recognized angel feather. White feathers bring the simple reminder that your angels are with you loving and supporting you from Spirit.

White feathers also represent purity, the light, and that you’re loved, guided and protected…

Keep the faith!

Types of Feathers and Meanings

There is quite a bit of information out there about white feathers, but really angels will use feathers of all shapes, colours and sizes to get your attention. The cool thing about finding feathers is the angels will align them on your path at just the right time to offer validation, comfort, or clue to in as to the answer of a question you’ve asked, or encourage you that you’re on the right path.

For me, feathers are a beautiful reminder to pay attention. When you find a feather and increase your awareness, it’s usually pretty easy to tune into the knowing of what it means. You may find it right when you’re thinking about making a change, worrying about something, or you may simply associate the feather with something when you find it.

Feathers can also be a simple reminder that your angels are near, and they want you to know it, and ask for their help. Angels are always near, but as I mentioned earlier, they’re easy to overlook, and they deeply honour your free will and will not interfere unless asked. So ask for help when you need it! There is no request too big or too small, and you can’t ask for help too often. As long as your request is in alignment with Divine will, and for the highest and greatest good of all involved, the angels will work behind the scenes to help.

Next time you find a feather, use it as a reminder that your angels are with you. If you’re not finding feathers, don’t worry your angels may prefer another sign… Just pay attention. Want to find feathers?

Just think or say: “Angels I’d love a sign of your presence. Would you help me to find a feather?”

Colours of Feathers

I mentioned above that white feathers are the most commonly discussed ‘angel feather’ which makes sense as white is a common symbol for purity, which is very much in alignment with the meaning of angels. White feathers can also be a sign from the angels that your loved ones in Heaven are well and have successfully crossed over into the spirit realms. White is also a symbol of faith and protection, and when you find white feathers in peculiar locations the message is especially significant.

Although white feathers are the most commonly recognized ‘angel feathers’, the angels may use feathers of any colour and size. Just pay attention and increase your present moment awareness to tune into the specific meaning the angel feather holds for you at the time.

In addition, here is a quick look at some of the additional meaning certain coloured feathers may have.

Pink Feathers are a reminder of the unconditional love of your angels, and a reminder of the infinite inspiration available when you’re tuned into love.

Red Feathers signify life force energy, physical vitality, stability, strength, passion, and courage.

Orange Feathers carry messages of creativity, listening to your inner voice, and staying positive to attract success.

Yellow Feathers are often a reminder to be cheerful and light-hearted, to be present, alert, and to stay focused on what you desire to magnetize these blessings into your life.

Green Feathers signify abundance and money, a fertile opportunity, as well as vibrant well-being, health, and love.

Blue Feathers bring a calming and peaceful energy, and are connected to communication, awareness, and are often a reminder to listen.

Gray feathers are a call to return to peace within to create it without. Gray is also neutral and can be a sign that the answer to your question is not yes/no or black/white.

Brown Feathers signify grounding, home life, and stability. There is an energy of respect, grounded positivity, and balance between the physical and spiritual.

Black Feathers are a reminder of the protection of your angels, and a signal that spiritual wisdom, and magic are accessible by you within.

Feathers with purple on them carry messages of deep spirituality, transmutation of negativity, as well as the opening of psychic and spiritual sight.

This is, of course, a general look at what finding coloured feathers may mean, and the deeper meaning of the angel message present within the feathers can be found by being aware and looking within.

Don’t worry too much about the specific meaning though, just be open and if there is something specific the angels want you to know, it will appear. The good thing about angel messages is they are repetitive until you ‘get it’ so if you miss it the first time, they’ll send you the message in another way.

Black and White Feathers

Feathers with a combination of black and white are often a sign that important changes are soon to unfold (or already are happening) in your life. Trust that you’re supported and the changes happening are in alignment with your highest interest, and are ushering in greater healing, spiritual growth, and alignment with your highest truth.

Black and white feathers also signify divine neutrality. Rather than getting caught up in duality and judging things as good or bad, allow what is to simply be.

Visually, black and white feathers remind us of the balance between light and dark and call for us to integrate shadow aspects to become whole and unified beings.

Black and white feathers also represent connection, a sense of union, and bring the reminder that you’re loved and supported by angels as you now step into important life changes.

Finding Feathers On The Ground… Should You Pick Them Up?

You in no way, shape or form need to pick up a feather in order to acknowledge the message, guidance, and angelic presence it reminds of.

Finding feathers in and of itself is a blessing and a signal that your angels are with you.

Use the moment when you find a feather as a reminder to return to presence yourself, and to thank the angels for their presence and assistance in your life.

Personally I rarely pick up the many feathers that appear on my path… Though I do often photograph them. But as far as gaining the full benefit of finding feathers on your path there is really no need to move them from where they are.

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Meditation Tips for Beginners

by PathofthePhoenix
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Whether you are looking for more peace or less stress in your life, meditation could be exactly what you need. For beginners, or people who are just learning about the amazing benefits meditation can provide for your mental clarity and well-being, however it can be frustrating at first.

When you first start meditating, you may experience a mix between waiting for something to happen and having your mind over flooded with thoughts; the practice of meditation can be a daunting task, and you may even feel overwhelmed by it at first –I know I have. That is why I have compiled this list of 20 tips to help get you in that perfect environment –inside and out –to begin to implement this sacred practice more regularly into your daily life.

1. Practice Makes Perfect, Make Time For Meditation Every Day

When you are first starting out, it is important to keep with it, you may not notice the benefits right away, but the more you practice the easier it will become to quiet the mind, and get into the state of relaxation and allow the clarity to come through. Even for just 5 minutes a day, this will guarantee you stay on track.

2. Start With The Breath

Begin every practice by breathing deeply, slowly inhaling and then exhaling and focusing solely on your breath.

3. Let Go Of Any & All Frustrations

It is completely natural and normal to feel frustrated while learning to meditate. Try not to hold onto these thoughts, and don’t try to stop them. Just let them float on by and go back to focusing on the breath.

4. Pick A Specific Room In Your House To Meditate

Try to pick a room in your house that is free from a lot of outside noise or distractions; preferably, pick a room with minimal electronics.

5. Set Up A Peaceful Space

Consider having dim or no lights and burning some candles. Burning a little bit of incense or diffusing some calming essential oils (such as lavender) can help your mind and body to feel relaxed and at ease.

6. Make Sure To Not Be Distracted

Let your family, friends or roommates know that you will be busy for the allotted amount of time and to not disrupt you, put your phone on silent.

7. Feel Your Body Parts

When you first begin, while focusing on the breath, consciously try to feel each body part, starting with your feet. Don’t actually physically touch the body parts just feel them. After you feel the feet, work your way up to the ankles, calves and so on. This is a great technique to put you in the zone.

8. Make The Commitment

Be committed to the practice. For the long haul, if you can’t find time to incorporate 5-10 minutes per day in your life for meditation, then you definitely have some big issues that need to be resolved.

9. Start Slowly

Begin by practicing meditation for just 5 minutes per day, you can even set a timer if you like, as you start to get the hang of it and feel more comfortable you can increase the time to as long as you feel you need to get into that deep relaxed state.

10. Read A Book On Meditation

To get even more tips for meditation, and to learn about some of the benefits and other simple tips grab a copy of my “I Just Can’t Meditate” eBook.

11. Check Out Some Guided Meditation CD’s Or Listen To Meditation Music

If you still have trouble clearing your mind sometimes, listening to a guided meditation CD can be excellent by giving you something to focus on and listen to so that the mind can just take in the instructions.

12. Practice Being “Present” Throughout The Day

During the day, while driving, working, eating lunch, cleaning or whatever, find a few moments of stillness in your day by quieting the mind and taking a few deep breaths.

13. Experiment With Different Positions

You can try the typical yogi, “lotus” position, sitting cross-legged with each foot on the opposite thigh, you can sit on a chair, with your palms facing up, you can lay down, whatever you like. As you get more comfortable, you will find a position that works best for you. When I first started, I loved to lay down, but I was finding the calmness I would feel would put me to sleep almost every time, soon I realised this position was too comfortable for me and it was better for me to sit up.

14. Experiment With Different Techniques

There are so many different ways to meditate, there are: breath techniques, guided meditations, transcendental meditation, binaural beats, rainforest sounds, etc. Experiment with what works best for you and what puts you into that state more effectively.

15. Let Go of Any & All Expectations

The benefits that you will receive from meditation will come in a variety of different ways. You may receive messages during your practice or even later in the day, you may have visions, you may have an out of body experience, or you may not. If all you get from meditation is 5 minutes a day of a clear head, than that is perfect in its own way and will be enough to relieve stress and bring peace into your life in a way that you may never thought was possible. Don’t get caught up with what others claim to have experienced, focus on yourself and remember you are doing this for yourself only. It is not a competition; remember there is no right or wrong way to meditate.

16. Consider Meditating In The Morning

Meditating in the morning can give you a clear head and set you up for a peaceful start to your day. It can help eliminate stress before it begins.

17. Use The Flicker Of A Candle As A focus Point

Staring at the flame of a candle can assist you with quieting the mind.

18. Set Your Intention Ahead Of Time

If you have a specific issue or decision you need to make and are having trouble finding the answer, set your intention for what you would like to receive during the meditation. Don’t expect to get a clear answer in the form of your own voice, but just pay attention to any feelings you may feel or signs that may possibly come afterwards. Sometimes the best way to solve a problem is to stop thinking about it and let the answer come to you.

19. Visualise Light Flowing Through Your Body

More specifically, if you feel that you have a specific chakra blocked, you can actually visualise white light coming from the sun and into your body, this can help to release the blockages. Intend to let go of any old emotional patterns, or vibrations and infuse yourself with the high vibration of the white light.

20. Have Gratitude For Your Practice

Even if you feel like you didn’t get much from the practice, don’t give up. Be grateful that you took the time to sit down and practice. The effects may not be obvious at first, but in time you will be glad you started.

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5 Easy Steps to Relaxation and Realignment

by PathofthePhoenix
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It’s not often that we think about breathing. It happens automatically so we tend to take it for granted, and in an average day you can take between 17,000 and 23,000 breaths.

Most of us, almost all of the time, tend to take short, ineffective breaths, using only our upper chest. Trouble with this is that it doesn’t clear the excess carbon dioxide in our lungs and leaves us feeling tired. This type of breath is called chest breathing, as only your chest contracts and expands. This is the flight or fight breath and keeps your nervous system on edge.

Ideally, we should be having diaphragmatic breathing. This is where you take a full breath, so deep the diaphragm moves downwards, while your tummy moves out. This is the parasympathetic breath, when your body feels at rest.

So, is a quick and easy 10 minute sequence to regulate your breathing, which will help you calm down, realign and reset.

1. Even breaths

Sit comfortably. Either against a wall or on a chair. Relax your shoulders and neck. Take a yawn or two before you begin. Take a deep breath through your nose and a slow exhale through your nose. Do this a few times, focusing on slowing down your breath and listening to the sound it makes. Once you are settled, take a count of four breathing in, and a count of four breathing out. Do this for three minutes, which is about 30 rounds.

2. 1:2 ratio breath

As the breathing becomes more gentle, start to change the breath rate to inhaling for four, and exhaling for eight (both through your nose). Don’t rush this process. Go gently. If you find you are forcing or it feels too much, try breathing in for three and out for six. Try to find a count that allows you to stay calm but have a long exhale. Do this for two minutes, which is about 20 rounds.

3. 1:1:2

As you find yourself getting settled into a rhythm, begin this technique. Breathe in for four (all through the nose), hold your breath in for four and then exhale for eight. Again, if this feels too strong, in for three, hold for three, out for six. There should be no strain just a sense of focus on the breath. Do 20 rounds.

4. 1:1:1:1

Gently lie down, place a pillow underneath your knees and allow the body to spread out against the earth. Take your hands onto your belly so you can feel the movement of the diaphragm to ensure you are breathing diaphragmatic breaths. Allow the body to completely relax. For this exercise, breathe in for four, hold in for four, exhale for four, and hold the breath out for four. As before, if too strong, reduce the number but keep the breath even all the way through. Take 20 rounds just focusing on going gently and peacefully.

5. Take rest

Gradually allow your mind to drift and body to drop more, release the control of your breath. Allow the inhale and exhale to get softer and drift into savasana. Allowing yourself to simply let go.

These breathing exercises will not only give your energy a boost, but will also give you a wonderful sense of calm.

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What reality are you creating?

by PathofthePhoenix
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Our inner world creates the outer world. In other words, our vibration, or the pattern of our thoughts, attitudes, and actions, is what creates our reality.

That’s because, unlike what past scientific theories assumed, the space around us is not empty. It is full of a living essence, which is like a conduit that carries our mental frequencies out into the field of possibility.

Another false assumption from the past was that our external circumstances just happen. They don’t. We create them. Like oscillations of a bowed string, the notes we play do matter.

So, if you want to change what you experience, then you must change your vibration. There are countless ways to do this but here are a few that work for me:

Stimulate Your Mind

1. Become conscious of your thoughts. Everything you think, say, or feel, becomes your reality. So pay attention to what’s going on in your mind and take steps to turn things around when appropriate. For example, the next time a negative thought pops into your head, take the time to acknowledge it, ask yourself if the idea is true or if it is beneficial to you, and then dismiss it and turn it around for the positive.

2. Read a high vibe book. If you know much about Bob and me, you know how important we think reading personal development books is. I study every day, and I always feel better after reading than I did before.

Reading high vibration books, like Think and Grow Rich, You2, Your Invisible Power, The Science of Getting Rich (and thousands of other books), regularly will not only make you feel better, it will transform your life.

3. Visualize and meditate. Too often we rush through our days with a scattered brain leaving us in a state of chaos and anxiety. Visualization and meditation not only put you in a peaceful state of mind, but they also help attract what you want in life. Just 10 – 15 minutes a day can do wonders for your vibration.

4. Find something beautiful and appreciate it. Beauty is all around us, yet so often we walk around with blinders on. Stop rushing for a moment and take the time to look around or stand in the sun and appreciate your surroundings.

5. Repeat affirmations. Say things that inspire you 100 times a day. They can simple statements like I am happy, I am prosperous, or I am unafraid of change. You may not believe it yet, but with practice, you will.

6. Set a positive intention before going to bed. Just before you go to sleep at night, set an intention to enjoy the next day. Imagine wonderful things happening from the time you get up until you go to bed. You’ll be amazed at the impact this has on your outlook and experiences.

Change Your Focus

1. Write down ten things you are grateful for. This is such a beautiful exercise. Making a gratitude list shifts your vibration from focusing on what you don’t have to what is already abundant in your life. And that sends out a message that you want more to be grateful for.

2. Send love to three people who are bothering you. I do this after I complete my gratitude list each morning. It may not be easy to do at first, but I promise it will lift your spirits and make you feel freer every time you do it.

3. Be kind to others. Giving to someone else (without expecting anything in return) shifts your thinking from “I don’t have enough” or “Woe is me,” to “I have more than enough to give to others.” Abundance is a high vibration.

4. Laugh. There is nothing like a good laugh to improve your mood and raise your energetic state. Osho once said, “Life as such has to be taken as cosmic joke – and then suddenly you relax because there is nothing to be tense about. And in that very relaxation something starts changing in you.”

Lightheartedness is the best way to approach almost all dilemmas in your life. When you are in a fight or an argument with someone, try to administer a little bit of humor to the situation. It can change the whole energy field of the room. If you are in a negative circle of thinking, refer back to something that made you laugh in the past. It’s never worth it to not be at peace.

5. Listen to music you love. The music shifts your frequency by making you happy.

6. Say something nice to a stranger. Your words matter. Using them to uplift others puts you in a high vibration. Your vibration suffers when you gossip or speak poorly of others.

Change Your Environment

1. Walk in nature. Our bodies need natural light (sunshine) and natural air. Nature provides harmonic frequencies that are compatible with our personal frequencies. The natural sounds of birds singing and wind moving through the trees help us reduce stress, which in turn elevates our vibrational frequency.

If you don’t want to walk, find yourself a patch of earth, kick your shoes off to reconnect with Mother Earth. She will work her magic.

2. De-clutter your space. A disorganized, untidy, clutter-filled work and living space is both a symptom and a source of stress. Clean up the mess and you’ll ramp up your vibration.

3. Bring in fresh flowers. Flowers in your home instantly improve your mood, and can help you feel less worried and anxious.

Be Aware of Your Body

1. Be conscious of the foods you eat. You’ve heard the saying, “You are what you eat.” If you want to raise your vibration, eat foods with high frequencies (such as fruits and vegetables). Start paying attention to how certain foods make your body feel.

2. Drink water. Always drink plenty of water to assist your body in flushing out toxicity day to day. Toxicity has a marked impact on our vibration so we must do what we can to reduce its impact within and around us.

3. Get your blood pumping. The more you move, the higher your vibration goes. So get active. Dance, jog, move your body!

4. Do yoga or a similar practice that aims to shift your mental vibration.

5. Jump up and down. Research shows that the simple action of jumping excites the cells in the body and makes them healthier.

6. Take a shower or bath to wash off the stress and elevate your vibration.

The Law of Vibration is real. Your energy frequency and vibration directly relate to both your thoughts and your surroundings. So if something resonates at a stronger energetic frequency than you do, that level of frequency pulls you in like a whirlpool.

For that reason, be aware of what’s going on inside you and around you. Surround yourself with what you want in life, fill your mind with positivity and purpose, send love to all those around you, and live every day with good intentions.

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My Kind of Spirituality

by PathofthePhoenix
written by PathofthePhoenix

“My kind of spirituality is the kind that needs no name.
It respects no rules and fits no form.
It’s as unique as an evening star, and fluid as the morning mists.
My kind of spirituality doesn’t come from the pages of a book, but rises up from the depths of my soul. My sacred scriptures are written on the river currents and my favorite hymns are whispered on the wind.
The forest is my church and my body is my holy temple.
My favorite teachers are the birds and the trees; and among my guides are the sun, moon, and stars.
My kind of spirituality honors all prophets and respects all saints; and it recognizes truth no matter its guise.
I hang out with Buddha and talk with Christ.
I serve love and obey my heart.
I bow before the mother earth, beauty, light, and father sky; and I think of worship as writing poetry, planting flowers, and making love.
My kind of spirituality is the kind that respects all life and knows the consciousness in all things.
It’s about honoring people, beasts, the skies, and the seas at once and equally. I speak to the animals and sometimes hug the trees. I humble myself before mountains and streams, flow with the breeze, and speak directly to the sun.
My kind of spirituality is the kind that dives down deep.
I see peoples’ colors and hear their vibes.
I feel what others feel.
I know what you’re trying to tell me even when you have no words. I believe in the healing touch and the power of unconditional love; and I see divinity in everything.
My kind of spirituality is about being as free as the birds, grounded as the trees, and honest as the clear blue sea.
My heaven is here on earth, and my hell is too.
The whispers of my spirit are my pastor, priest, and cleric, and my savior is in the mirror looking back at me.
In divine synchronicity I trust, in love I am purified,
and in my own tears I have been baptized.
My kind of spirituality isn’t at odds with yours,
whatever it may be.
I love your spirit.
I respect your truth.
I see the light that shines from behind your eyes and I’m in awe of the beauty that you hold inside.
I’ll be your teacher if you will be mine.
My kind of spirituality is the kind that others may not always understand, but it leads me to truth as surely as the rivers run into the sea. All that really matters is that my kind of spirituality is exactly what I need it to be.
My kind of spirituality is the kind that’s right for me.”

Author ~Cristen Rodgers

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The Brainwave Connection

by PathofthePhoenix
written by PathofthePhoenix

At the root of all our thoughts, emotions and behaviours is the communication between neurons within our brains. Brainwaves are produced by synchronised electrical pulses from masses of neurons communicating with each other.

Our brainwaves change according to what we’re doing and feeling. When slower brainwaves are dominant we can feel tired, slow, sluggish, or dreamy. The higher frequencies are dominant when we feel wired, or hyper-alert.

Our brainwave profile and our daily experience of the world are inseparable. When our brainwaves are out of balance, there will be corresponding problems in our emotional or neuro-physical health.

Over-arousal in certain brain areas is linked with anxiety disorders, sleep problems, nightmares, hyper-vigilance, impulsive behaviour, anger/aggression, agitated depression, chronic nerve pain and spasticity. Under-arousal in certain brain areas leads to some types of depression, attention deficit, chronic pain and insomnia. A combination of under-arousal and over-arousal is seen in cases of anxiety, depression and ADHD.

Instabilities in brain rhythms correlate with tics, obsessive-compulsive disorder, aggressive behaviour, rage, bruxism, panic attacks, bipolar disorder, migraines, narcolepsy, epilepsy, sleep apnea, vertigo, tinnitus, anorexia/bulimia, PMT, diabetes, hypoglycaemia and explosive behaviour.

Any process that changes your perception changes your brainwaves. Traditional eastern methods (such as meditation and yoga) train your brainwaves into balance. Through mindfulness and meditation research, neuroscientists have come to recognise the emotional and health benefits of a clear, balanced and centred mind.

By training a quiet and clear mind, the more subtle and complex thoughts come into awareness. We become more resilient, more connected, more ourselves; allowing intuition and inspiration to flow.

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