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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - An amazing, hazy look into the future
- Sometimes we all sit and think. Sometimes we doodle with a pen. Do we ever look in depth at what we are thinking? I am amazed at the amount of people who say 'when the phone rang I knew it was you.' 'I was just going to call when you called.' 'I was just thinking of you and you rang me.' All now past and forgotten.It may only happen a few times a year - but it happens. Try recording any eve...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Relaxation techniques to revitalize body and mind
- We all get to a stage where we've just had it. We need a break. Well if a holiday is out of the question, try these relaxation techniques to revitalize your body and mind.MeditationJoin a local meditation group or buy one of the many instructional CD's on the market. Be sure to meditate in an environment which is comfortable and with minimal noise and distractions. You may fin...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to use white noise
- White noise is: A sound containing a blend of all the audible frequencies distributed equally over the range of the frequency band. White noise is analogous to white light which contains all the colors of the rainbow together. The term "white noise" as used in this article will be applied a little looser to include a host of sounds (waterfall, rain and brook as examples) used for blockin...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Meditation
- Hello, sample some of the arguments below. But mind you, this is not an opinionated writer that is trying to forward his profound knowledge on an altruistic art that is meditation. All I can ask you is to go about this page with an open mind. Because, meditation is something that is physical and tangible. And it can always be sensed but the same can not be said about the results or benefits of med...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Bhagavad gita commentary
- Most of us have heard the story of the centipede who, when asked how he managed to walk with so many legs, could no longer do so, but tangled his legs hopelessly in the attempt to intellectually figure it out and ended up on his back, helpless. This is not unlike the person who attempts to plumb the depths of oriental scriptures. Right away it becomes evident that they consist of incalculable laye...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - A hypnosis cd - getting the most from them
- You should treat the use of a hypnosis cd just like you use a tool. In other words, any tool has the potential to do a great job as long as it is used for its intended purpose. The message here is that a tool is only useful if it is used.People who purchase a hypnosis cd want help in a specific area of their life. These areas might be stress management, alcoholic addiction, smoking, concent...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The mind is like a frisky monkey
- People are often so discouraged about the results of their meditative efforts.They feel that they are not only not relaxed, but anxious because they couldn't focus at all. Well, to quote one of my favorite teachers, George Curnoles, "Your mind is like a frisky monkey. Don't beat your monkey."No, that's not an R-rated statement, but a realistic way to look at how your mind works....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Practicing staying present to the now
- Transformational Counseling is about assisting others to transform their life. Transformational Counseling is a process of assisting others to learn how to let go of the past and live fully in the present. To live fully in the present is to become awaken to what is truly real and to our own natural power. Much of our life is spent living in the past, and in the process, attempting to fix it, to ma...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to record meditation scripts to audio equipment
- If you're someone who loves to meditate (or wants to start) and has loads of meditation CD's why not try something novel? Record your voice using meditation scripts. Imagine this, each visually guided session personalised through using your voice. You now have the power to adjust your rhythm, volume, tone, and pitch to exactly how you like! When you want to change the way your meditation sounds, y...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Cultivate a positive mind-set through meditation
- You have the ability to create your own mind-set. Whether your attitude is positive or negative, is up to you. The ability to change your environment, circle of friends, and attitude, is within your control.Just like a computer absorbs raw data, so does your mind. Within your mind a culture, within itself, has grown. Many people feel like they have no control of their own mind, because this...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Meditation also gave me something else
- Some of the greatest benefits for me have been my ability to tap into 'my well of inner peace' whenever I need to, my connection with, and to, spirit, achievement of greater clarity and balance at the end of each session, and overall wellbeing. Meditation also gave me something else.The meditation journey for me involved profound inner change as I stepped into enlightenment. Once that door ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Why should you meditate?
- Everyone's mind needs a little downtime. We all need time to focus on one task, instead of multi-tasking all day and night. In fact, your mind doesn't take a complete rest when you sleep. Your mind moves from dream to dream for about two hours per night.Your mind needs rest and a vacation. Have you ever noticed that when you take a vacation, you come back with fresh ideas, a better attitude...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Understanding meditation
- Meditation has been around for many thousands of years. It is a technique geared towards inner discovery and enlightenment. Its' also used for deep relaxation, freedom from thoughts and inner peace. There are many forms and techniques of meditating, varying from silent motionless techniques to very vigorous physical ones.The Goals of MeditationMany people meditate for different reaso...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Objective meditations: what is reality?
- Is reality a projection from within the mind, or is it an "altered lens" into the outside world? Let's look at the altered lens theory first. Obviously, we are not all looking at the world with the same lens or viewpoint. If that were possible, and we had a consistent moral code of ethics, we would have world peace.Imagine no wars, conflict, divorce, or crime. It does make you thi...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Meditation and the monkey mind?
- Some find the term, "monkey mind", upsetting, derogatory, and insulting. This is a shame, as the point is lost, the ego is involved, and a natural human defense goes up. After all, we are supposed to be the "king of the primates," aren't we?The first time I heard the expression, "monkey mind," in regard to meditation, I thought of Swayambhunath Stupa, in Kathma...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The relationship between meditation and self-analysis
- These are two very powerful tools for self-improvement, but how can you use them in harmony? For example: Self-analysis and meditation cannot be performed at the same time. After all, multi-tasking runs contrary to what meditation is all about.So where do we start? Self-analysis will give many of your meditations purpose. The purpose of self-analysis is to objectively look inward, construct...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Subconscious
- The subconscious is a scarey thing to comtemplate for some people. We have been taught that it is a dark place that keeps deep dark secrets about ourselves that could destroy our peace of mind at the very least, and our lives at the very worst. And quite possibly it does. But, that is not its only function.I think of it as a vast library full of books that has all my memories in it. It is n...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Meditate to unlock your hidden potential ? part 2
- You can be the creator of your own manifest destiny. Through daily meditation practice and focus on changing your life for the better. In fact, you have the ability to redefine yourself in any direction you desire. The power that you can cultivate is limited only by your own imagination.As I have mentioned earlier, this will change the lives of people who you come into frequent contact with...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Meditate to unlock your hidden potential ? part 1
- Meditation is often misunderstood by those who do not practice it. Very often, I hear meditation referred to as, "altered states of consciousness." That sounds more like intoxicants, rather than bringing clarity to a cluttered mind. Without going too deep into what meditation is, or is not, let's focus on one of the many things a daily meditation practice can do for you.Meditation...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Eenie, meenie, minie, moe, with which meditation should i go?
- There are many different styles of meditation, so which one is right for you?You can choose from:1. A writing meditation ? using either the dominant or non-dominant hand2. Focussing on an object such as a candle3. Repeating Mantras4. A visually guided meditation5. Through painting or sketching6. Walking - anywhere7. Through breath work...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Herbal teas
- If you want to get hold of a particular tea and can't find it, then it is fine to use a combination tea, which contains the ingredient you want along with a few others.Some Health Benefits from Particular Herbal Teas:Heart and Circulation: Hawthorn berry.Stomach and Intestines: Meadowsweet, Chamomile, Peppermint, Aniseed, Caraway, Slippery Elm, Licorice, Ginger.Nerves: ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Holosync meditation - does it really work?
- Chances are, if you are on a quest for self-improvement, you've already heard of the Holosync Meditation CD's. What It Is: Developed by Bill Harris in the late 1980s, the Holosync Solution is an audio program designed to bring your brain waves to the alpha (and lower)levels automatically just by listening to the cds. According to Bill: "Holosync is a way to create deep med...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Body talk
- ZZzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzHow many times have you zoned out in front of the television, only to discover an empty bag/bottle/carton of _______ (substitute your current no-no food) sitting in front of you and you have NO MEMORY of having consumed it, let alone enjoying it?Come on, we've all done it.It's OK ? well, actually, it's not OK, but we'll talk about that in a minute....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Yoga meditation for pain relief
- The purpose of this article is to provide information on methods and techniques on how to cope with pain, or in some instances, possibly even overcoming pain with the use of techniques derived from Yoga meditation.Chronic pain sufferers spend millions of dollars to find ways of relieving their pain. This article hopes to share a process that is natural, and free.Meditation: The Mo...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Can cognitive fitness be a workout for your brain?
- There is growing interest to exercise your brain using something called "cognitive fitness."It's a known fact that exercise and meditation reduce anxiety, ease depression, and give you a general feeling of wellness. Can ideas about the brain be discovered from these practices to help create an emotional fitness tools?Can biofeedback games like Wild Divine help beginner brains look mo...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Meditation supply items ? can they help deepen your practice?
- Can a meditation supply item help you go into a deeper state of inner awareness? If you choose the right item, there is a good chance that it can help you get more comfortable and allow you to become more relaxed.A common problem with meditation is that many people are not flexible enough to sit in a position for a long time without starting to feel some discomfort in their bodies. If you a...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Meditating - staying awake
- Why is staying awake while meditating important? Falling asleep is certainly relaxing, and can be good for you, but to get the full range of benefits from your meditation you need to have your brainwaves in the alpha and theta ranges. When you are asleep, your brainwaves range from theta to delta. Meditation should be a state of relaxed alertness (primarily alpha brainwaves). Try the following tip...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Meditate with mindful breathing
- Breathing in, I calm my body. Breathing out, I smile. Dwelling in the present moment, I know this is a wonderful moment!Do you live a life of action while maintaining a life of peace? The two do not seem to coexist and we often find ourselves striving to achieve one or the other. Do you relate to being determined and yet patient as you move through your life? We plan and organiz...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Embrace fear and let go
- Before I started meditating several years ago with CDs using audio technologies, I estimate I hadn't recalled much more than tiny snippets of a dream in, gosh, at least ten years and probably many more than that.One of the things I liked immediately when I began using meditation CDs was that I started sleeping as soundly as a puddle of snoozing cat and dreaming vividly and often. For the fi...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Meditation - what is it good for anyway?
- Meditation is an age old healing and stress relieving modality practiced throughout the world, in virtually all cultures and all religions, although it may go by different names - prayer, visualization, relaxation techniques, and hypnosis; they are all forms of the same practice.Meditation refers to "taking a break" from real life. Its goal is to bring about a sense of relaxation to the min...
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