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- How Cutting the Cords Can Change Your Life - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2011 from Sallie KeysEnergetic cords are fairly passive two-way energetic connections that can drain our energy. They can come from either positive or negative Souls and their effects are very subtle. We can create cords with just about anyone we have a relationship with, whether that be a parent, friend, family ...
Views: 8757 - The Tower Card: Should you worry? - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2011 from Nikki HarrisSo... you are new to tarot and your readings are going great. Then, one day, the Tower card turns up in your reading. It's a pretty ominous looking card. Not quite as ominous as the Devil or Death cards, but still, menacing enough to send a shiver down your spine and perhaps lead to fretting. ...
Views: 8705 - The 10 Universal Laws of Relationships - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Judy WidenerYou may have heard about the Law of Attraction, also known as Karma, one of the universal laws that govern the human experience. Here’s my take on the universal laws that govern relationships. The Master Law: Cause and Effect, or Flash Karma This law poignantly plays out in your ...
Views: 8685(5 votes) - The Spiritual Law of Tithing - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2012 from Kyre AdeptIf you’ve ever wondered why you are still poor when you are doing everything ‘right’, then maybe you need to look at the spiritual laws that govern prosperity. According to Edwene Gaines, author of The Four Spiritual Laws of Prosperity, these are tithing, forgiveness, passion and planning. In ...
Views: 8432 - 5 Hindrances to Spiritual Growth - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2012 from Sabrina C AndersonWhen it comes to spiritual growth, there are internal and external obstacles we all face when achieving our goals. Internally we can deal with spiritual bondage and idols just to name a few. Also there are some external factors that hinder us from spiritual growth. Growing spiritually ...
Views: 8228 - What Do You Bring to the Relationship Table? - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2011 from Crystal DotsonMany times people say they know what they are looking for in a relationship, a spouse. Women and men say I want a person who makes a certain amount of money, has a certain job, looks a certain way, good credit, nice car, and educated. Someone who can help me accomplish my goals in life. ...
Views: 8220 - Signs from the Universe - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2009 from Laura GallersteinSigns from the universe come to us in many ways. Another name for this is intuition. Our intuition is the way we access information from God, the universe, or our higher selves. Our intuition is truly the roadmap of our lives. We are all born with this ability. The more we trust and work with ...
Views: 8180(6 votes) - Why Is Mindfulness Meditation Gaining So Much Popularity in the West? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from Charles FrancisIf you're new to meditation, you know how hard it is to learn how to meditate properly. With all the different forms of meditation and books on the market, it's almost impossible for the beginner to figure out where to start. In this article, we're going to look at why mindfulness meditation has ...
Views: 8054(1 vote) - The Harder I Try the Worse it Gets - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2009 from Donna DeVaneDo you ever feel that way? You just work and struggle and fight, yet.. it only gets worse. What are you struggling with right now? Let’s list a few of human beings favorite things to struggle with: Weight Money Relationships Jobs Peace of mind Health This list doesn’t cover ...
Views: 8030 - Primordial Wuji Qigong - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Michael RinaldiniOne of my favorite qigong forms is Primordial Wuji Qigong. The form I practice is technically mine in origins, but the philosophy behind it belongs to a long tradition of qigong cultivation. I became interested in it during the early 2000’s. At that time, I was studying the writings of a ...
Views: 7801(2 votes) - A Spiritual Garden to Grow an Everlasting Fruit: How Can You Cultivate It? - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2010 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionAre you a gardener? If you are, you know that growing colorful flowers and crunchy veggies require your love, care, time, and effort. You need to work the soil to make it just right for the seeds, water them regularly, and patiently wait for nature to do its work. When I was around eleven, I ...
Views: 7729(3 votes) - The Eagle & The Vulture; Two Archetypal Bird Dreams - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2009 from Deborah DeNicolaDeborah DeNicola www.intuitivegateways.com When a person is too deeply embedded in the collective, outer reality of everyday life, the discovery in his or her own dreams of universal, ...
Views: 7716(3 votes) - Learn Face Reading - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Carole FriesenGive me 5 minutes with anyone and I can tell you more about their character than a 10-page résumé. I have “read” thousands of people who tell me I know more about them in a few minutes than their spouse, family or friends ever have. Am I the only one who has access to this ancient secret? No, ...
Views: 7643(1 vote) - Goodness of Jehovah God: How Can You Reflect It in Your Life? - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2010 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionWhen you wake up each morning to the sweet melodies of birds, how do you feel? When you admire the spectacular spectrum of sunsets, are you awed? When sunlight warms your skin and gentle summer breezes softly kiss you, are you not delighted? Do you not enjoy the fragrance of wildflowers, the ...
Views: 7570(3 votes) - Empaths and Self-Healing - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Misa HopkinsAs someone that has provided healing support and readings to empaths for several years, I've discovered that not all empaths are alike. The way empaths process their empathic responses are different, and what they need to do to remain balanced mentally, physically and emotionally also vary. ...
Views: 7372(1 vote) - What is Femininity and How to Connect with Your Feminine Essence - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2012 from Vanessa HalloumFemininity is freedom and any woman who truly understands the fundamental importance of maintaining their feminine core, if their core is more feminine, will understand exactly what that means. It means that being rigid and structured to such a high level can degrade a woman’s personal ...
Views: 7364(2 votes) - Ten Ways to Improve Your Psychic Ability - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Jill LowyTen: Learn to Meditate. Learning to meditate is not only one of the most important things you can do to improve your psychic ability, but it will help you to be more happy and at peace. There are a number of meditations that you can do to help develop your psychic ability. I would recommend ...
Views: 7331 - Clearing Negative Thoughts - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2007 from Daniel ErwayNegative thoughts eventually weaken if you don’t give them your attention. The problem is that some negative thoughts are difficult to ignore. Those are most likely to involve feelings, particularly fear. Any fearful thought is quite difficult to ignore because we generally believe our ...
Views: 7324 - Uncertainty and Transition - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2010 from Rob BrooklerBe you ever so wise, confident, and “enlightened,” you will nonetheless find yourself at times uncertain: uncertain about what actions to take, uncertain about your life, uncertain about your place or purpose in this life. At such times, we tend to think of ourselves as confused or lost. And ...
Views: 7245(22 votes) - Change Your Life in an Instant: The Miracle of Perception - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2009 from Becky WatersDo you ever feel stuck? Or nothing seems to be going your way? Or your life situation is not as good as you'd like? Although there is no miracle pill you can take to make it all better, there IS something you can do right now to begin to improve your life immediately. It all has to do with ...
Views: 7090(4 votes) - Attributes Of Color In Esotericism And Traditional Ritual Magic - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2007 from Garland ValleyColor plays an essential role in all forms of ritual magic, meditation and all forms of ritual practice. Colors are very powerful spiritual, emotional and physical energies which influence all planes. Colors gain their power as timeless elements of nature which are considered absolutes i.e. they ...
Views: 7075 - Eleven Steps to Self Awareness. - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2010 from Marshall ZaleThe integration of self-understanding and love of others is a powerful interface. It is a required journey for every human being regardless of occupation, economic status or belief system. Practicing self awareness, leads to consciousness, the proper awareness outside of one’s true self. This ...
Views: 6958(5 votes) - Kundalini: Touch of Divine Fire - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Erika GinnisKundalini is a very powerful, transformative energy that has been used for centuries for growth, enlightenment, sexual enhancement and healing. Sometimes pictured as a snake rising up the spine (like the medical symbol used in Western medicine), it has been referred to as a divine fire. You ...
Views: 6954 - How to Lose Gracefully - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Chandresh BhardwajNobody likes to lose. When you were a kid, you probably threw a tantrum if you lost a toy. As a teenager, we fight to get a date for the prom. As adults, we are fighting for a promotion at work and if we are not granted one, it's embarassing and we feel very dejected. In life, we are constantly ...
Views: 6939 - What Is Ho'Oponopono? And How Can It Improve Your Life? - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Caroline NettleHo'oponopono is a method of healing that has been developed over centuries in Hawaii. One of the leading practitioners of Ho'oponopono is Dr. Hew Len and his teaching on this ancient tool of spiritual healing is known throughout the world. Ho'oponopono consists of four different statements ...
Views: 6908 - 7 Cures to Religious Intolerance - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2009 from James LeGrandMany of us hold our spiritual and religious values very deeply in our hearts. Yet, we often have difficulty expressing them to those that may follow a different religious or spiritual path than our own. As a country, we are a melting pot of cultures, religions and beliefs. However, we continue ...
Views: 6883 - What is Grace? - A Grace Definition - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Robert PedersenThere are so many ideas about Grace in the world today - and all serve those who believe them. Christianity has complicated the concept of grace - much as it has done with all the doctrine of Christ. Fortunately the teachings of Christ are simple and if we seek the simplicity of Christ, the ...
Views: 6864 - Render Your Heart / Not Your Garment: What does the Bible Say about This? - by Submitted on May 11, 2013 from Joan MaynardThe intention of this article is to shed some light on a famous passage of scripture. But before I do so, let me first ask two challenging questions: 1. If we were called to see the Queen of England, what would be our attire? Most definitely, If I received an invitation to see someone of ...
Views: 6861(1 vote) - Gandhi and Christ: What Did Jesus Mean to Gandhi? - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Gandhi and Christ: What Did Jesus Mean to Gandhi? Submitted by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Gandhi, Jesus, Christianity, faith, peace, pursuit of peace, beliefs, spiritual, spiritual unity, religion, unity of religion/s, spiritual growth Web Sites: ...
Views: 6847 - How to Write Compelling Workshop Descriptions - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Michele McGrewFor lots of spiritual practitioners, writing marketing copy can be a downright painful process. You know that you can deliver a great workshop, but how do you put that in words to create marketing copy that will actually get people in the door? Relax, there's a simple formula you can use to ...
Views: 6674 - How To Get An Objective Point Of View - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2009 from David SamuelTo succeed in life, both in the world of business, relationships and other things, as well as succeed in the inner world, the spiritual world, you must learn to accept reality and your actions as they are without trying to make things fit your imagination. Attain an objective view of reality. ...
Views: 6650(1 vote) - Christian Affirmations Displace Unhealthy Thoughts - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from Rhonda JonesProverbs 23:7 tells us, “What ever a man thinks in his heart, so is he.” Matthew 12:34 declares, “Out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks.” Luke 6:45 emphasizes, “The good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth what is good; and the evil man out of the evil treasure ...
Views: 6645 - Your Life is no Accident- you choose your parents & your life - by Submitted on May 05, 2010 from ROBERT VANWALDICKLife is no accident Many people feel lucky or unlucky for having the parents they have or be in the economic or health position they experience. The truth is luck or accidents do not exist, it is all pre planned. Each time we die in this physical plane our true being, one of pure ...
Views: 6602(1 vote) - How To Hear God's Voice - That Still Small Voice - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Robert PedersenHearing God's voice is the desire of many - but few seem to feel that it's their personal experience. Why is God's voice so difficult to hear? Or is it? There are some verses in 1 Kings 19 - I encourage you to read the entire chapter to get a feel for the context - but I'll paste in a ...
Views: 6465(2 votes) - *** The Akashic Records: Keepers of Eternal Wisdom - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2009 from Lumari ~ Psychic and Psychic Readings ExpertEver wonder what the Akashic Records really are? Many of us have heard the name described as the library of wisdom. We have images of a repository of catalogued events and futures waiting to be accessed. We imagine that if we could just access this information, then we would know more about our ...
Views: 6407(4 votes) - What is detachment - by Count the number of times you got emotionally involved in something against your will and better judgment. How many times have you got angry, frustrated or disappointed? How many times have your moods swung high and low? Each time you told yourself that next time you will stay cool, and yet each ...
Views: 6355(1 vote) - Pluto Stations Direct, The Constipation Ends, Time to Release and Flush - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Suzi DronzekThe latest cosmic event involves the transformational Pluto. If you can think about the events in your life, for the past five months we’ve either been dealing with, or holding on, to much more than we probably thought we could handle, as described in my previous Pluto post ‘Swallowing the ...
Views: 6309 - The Ego--Edging God Out: Learn to Recognize Ego and Listen to Spirit - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2010 from Gwen PhillipsVolatile emotions, dissatisfaction with life, problems with our relationships; these are just some of the problems which can cause pain in our lives. So what’s the root cause? We are quite literally looking for love in all the wrong places. We look to the ego for the answers and whatever we hear ...
Views: 6278(1 vote) - Is Law of Attraction Anti-Religion? - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2009 from Nea Joy JusticeUniversal Law of Attraction Bible and Religion Debate One of the many areas of confusion with Law of Attraction is how, if at all, it contradicts the Bible. The primary anti-Law of Attraction argument from Christians is that the Universal Law of Attraction contradicts the Bible, thus you ...
Views: 6239(4 votes) - A Comparison of Tibetan Buddhism and Hinduism - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2011 from sylvia smelcerMany people confuse Buddhism and Hinduism, but they are two very separate and distinct religions. They do however have some similarities, such as the belief in karma and reincarnation. Since the Buddha lived in India and was originally a Hindu, it’s understandable that the two religions would ...
Views: 6238 - Personal Enlightenment - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Anthony CappelloPersonal enlightenment is, in my opinion, the path that resonates most clearly with one's heart and soul. All too often, people everywhere are trying to push and pull at each other in order to sway one another to their personal viewpoints. While much of it is well meaning, it must be up to the ...
Views: 6214(1 vote) - Daoist Zuowang Meditation - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Michael RinaldiniThe following article is a shortened version of my original article on Daoist meditation. Contact me for a free full version of this article. Daoist Zuowang Meditation Just watch out that Above the concentrated mind Everything is free and open and coverless, Beneath the concentrated ...
Views: 6212(2 votes) - Developing Inner-Core Strength - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2007 from Sharon MarquartDeveloping Inner-Core Strength I was introduced to the Pilates Method of exercise a few years ago and have since been fascinated with the idea of “core strengthening.” The Pilates exercise program consists of a series of movements designed to strengthen the core of your body by ...
Views: 6191 - The Cancel-Cancel-Cancel Technique - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Steve G. JonesIn the world of thought training, the cancel-cancel-cancel technique is one of many different ways to retrain our minds to think in a more positive way. This technique requires diligence and commitment to master, however, the results can be astounding. What it Does The ...
Views: 6169 - How to use a pendulum and charts for spiritual growth? - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Darreck ChenIf you are reading this article from Abundance Belief, I believe those who are really interested in dowsing will subscribe to my newsletter. I have been practicing dowsing for almost 8 years now. At first like most others, I found it fascinating that the pendulum could move by itself and ...
Views: 6147 - Is Revenge Ever a Good Idea? - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2009 from Judy MerrillRevenge is never a good idea. Vengeance is mine sayeth the Lord. He didn't say he would use you as an instrument in vengeance. It is just not your position to take the situation into your own hands. The idea is clear. The world operates on natural law. There are a number at play at any given ...
Views: 6067 - Wound or Scar? What is the Difference? - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Aida SpinaAs a child I remember how my mom was quick to apply home remedies to all my cuts and bruises every time I fell and scratched my knees or elbows to help prevent them from getting infected. The number one option was either alcohol or "Vicks" (to me Vicks still is the # 1 wonder medicine of the ...
Views: 6067 - Varalakshmi Vratham - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2018 from Magow GVaralakshmi Vratham Varalakshmi Vratham is the most auspicious and important ritual that is celebrated in the honour of Goddess Varalakshmi. She is one of the forms of Goddess Lakshmi and also she is the divine consort of Lord Vishnu. She was incarnated from the milky ocean. This festival is ...
Views: 6024 - My Autobiography in Five Short Chapters Lesson - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2013 from Sherri CarterCreating awareness is taking a good, honest look at where you are in your life. It’s recognizing habitual patterns, both good and not so good, seeing where you are moving forward and where you are remaining stuck. It’s acknowledging those “less than, not enough” underlying thoughts which keep ...
Views: 5963 - Sometimes You Have To Hit Rock Bottom - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2011 from Jennie Reve-AlmodovarSometimes in order to make long term positive changes in your life, you have to hit rock bottom. I want to share a story that will hopefully inspire others. If only I knew then what I know now is what I used to say, but in reality, as long as you learn from your mistakes and do not repeat ...
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