LISTEN: Defy Gravity with NYT Bestselling Author Caroline Myss
December 20, 2011 by Possibility 101 with Shasta Townsend
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Join host Shasta Townsend on a journey towards Defying Gravity with renowned NYT Best Selling Author Caroline Myss
Caroline Myss is a five-time New York Timesbestselling author and internationally renowned speaker in the fields of human consciousness, spirituality and mysticism, health, energy medicine, and the science of medical intuition. Caroline established her own educational institute in 2003, CMED (Caroline Myss Education), which offers a diverse array of programs devoted to personal development and draws students from all over the world. In addition to hosting a weekly radio show on the Hay House network, Caroline maintains a rigorous international workshop and lecture schedule.
After completing her Master’s degree, Caroline co-founded Stillpoint Publishing and headed the editorial department, producing an average of ten books a year in the field of human consciousness and holistic health. Simultaneously Caroline refined her skills as a medical intuitive, with the assistance of C. Norman Shealy, M.D., Ph.D., a Harvard-trained neurosurgeon.
Caroline developed the field of Energy Anatomy, a science that correlates specific emotional/psychological/physical/spiritual stress patterns with diseases. Her research proved so accurate that it became the subject matter of a book co-written by Caroline and Norm: THE CREATION OF HEALTH.
In 1996, Caroline released ANATOMY OF THE SPIRIT, a New York Times bestseller that has been published in 28 languages and has sold over 1.5 million copies. Through the investigation of the underlying reasons why people sabotage their healing processes, Caroline identified a syndrome she calls “woundology,” characterized by a person’s reliance on the power of illness for manipulation of his or her world, as opposed to attaining an independent, empowered state of health. As with her other seminal research, this syndrome is now a recognized psychological condition. Her third book, WHY PEOPLE DON’T HEAL AND HOW THEY CAN, became another New York Times bestseller.
Caroline then pursued her interest in the language of symbols, myths, and archetypes, conducting research that enabled her to profile an individual’s “Sacred Contract,” a complex of 12 archetypal patterns that reflect in mythic language the agreements the soul made prior to birth. Based on this work, Caroline released SACRED CONTRACTS, which became her third New York Times bestseller. It is published in 18 languages and posts sales of well over 1.6 million copies. In 2003, Oprah Winfrey gave Caroline her own television program with the OXYGEN network in New York City, which ran successfully for one year.
Caroline followed with two more New York Times bestsellers, INVISIBLE ACTS OF POWER in 2004 and ENTERING THE CASTLE in 2007. Caroline’s latest book, DEFY GRAVITY, was released in October 2009, a book exploring the mystical phenomenon of healing that transcends reason.
READ: Held In A Great Esteem
November 26, 2011 by Stacy Sheasby
Filed under •-Feature, Energy Healing, Insights, Meditation, Purpose, Reflection, Spirituality, Vision, Yoga
It is no coincidence that the Solar Plexus Chakra derives its name from Solar: “relating to or denoting energy derived from the sun’s rays”. The Solar Plexus Chakra is the energy centre for our bodies. It is the ruler of Prana or Ki which is life force energy just like the sun is the source of life for our universe. With out the stream of life force energy originating from the sun we and every other living thing on earth would perish. The universal energy animates us and everything in our lives is directly related to how much or how little Prana or Ki is available to us. Why would some have more and some have less? That would depend on the alignment of the Solar Plexus Chakra as equal universal energy is available to all. Should the Solar Plexus Chakra be blocked in any way it diminishes the energy available and thus diminishes the quality of life.
If the Solar Plexus is running on low it will lead to multiple issues in the physical plane that then further will debilitate the whole mind/ body/ soul system. The Solar Plexus Chakra controls our digestive process and governs over the upper abdomen, liver, gallbladder, spleen, kidney, adrenals, small intestines, and stomach. Problems converting food into energy can be seen in conditions from I.B.S, gallstones, stomach ulcers, intestinal tumors, diabetes, pancreatitis, indigestion, anorexia/bulimia, hepatitis, cirrhosis, adrenal imbalances, arthritis, and colon diseases. All of these conditions will in turn perpetuate further depletion of energy available to the body and further dis*ease or dysfunction which can lead to fatigue, lower back pain, depression, weight gain or loss. It is a terrible cycle to be trapped on.
How do we get off this depressing merry go round? What is at the core of all of this or the initial trigger for blocked or misalignment in the Solar Plexus? SELF ESTEEM or more accurately LOW self esteem. The life lesson or spiritual lesson associated with the Solar Plexus is acceptance of our place in the life stream (self-love) and if this lesson has not been learned we literally can not stomach the circumstances of our lives.
When there is a shift in ourselves allowing for true acceptance and radiant esteem, energy is free to flow downward and upward leading us to be able to both stand up for ourselves without fear and consciously awaken to our higher Self. Our higher self knows we are more than the limitations of our beliefs. Our beliefs are not a mind construct. They are actually rooted in our Solar Plexus. The beliefs surrounding our sense of worth, personal power, personality, sense of belonging, our place in the world, and knowing are programmed into us through out our lifetime and are housed right at the centre of our being. Right at the Solar Plexus. These beliefs influence EVERY contact you have with EVERYTHING outside of you.
If you believe you are small with not much power, then every aspect of your life will reflect that belief. You will see yourself as a victim to the circumstances of your life. Dis-empowered and retaliating to an unfair world. If on the other hand, you hold yourself in high regard, accountability, and esteem than your life will equally reflect that reality. That is not to say that challenges and life lessons stop occurring but how you respond to them will dramatically reflect the Self Esteem you hold your self in. No longer the Victim, you become equal in power to the circumstances of your life and understand you are powerful enough to stand up for what is right, speak your truth, and learn therefore co-creating life in a constant interaction.
A common thread I see amongst most of my clients is a lower than healthy self esteem. On a far larger scale the issues that I see surrounding the world are a lower than healthy global self-esteem. Recent history shows the imbalance of power, retaliatory action of war and colonization, economic bullying and abuse, and inequality. All issues of an imbalance in self esteem. Over compensation for a lack leads to bullying, aggression, manipulation, and over justifying power grabs. The global society clearly represents time and time again the archetypical drama of the victim and the victimizer.
Many write about the massive global awakening as was predicted by the Mayan Calendar and vibrational change as a shift in consciousness. I see not only a conscious awakening but also a massive global Solar Plexus Clearing. Are these solar flares burning through the blocks in our solar Plexus Chakra? What ever the cause, I look at the global movement of peaceful protests as a global Solar Plexus expansion. No longer does the little guy feel powerless. Each individual standing up united promoting not only their individual betterment but for the betterment of all. What a beautiful and courageous expression of self esteem. This is an energy exchange that is no longer based on competition but it allows for Prana or Ki to flow as it is meant to – co-operative and striving for the highest potential of the greater good for all.
The more we awaken and expand ourselves, the more the whole of humanity is improved. True courage is facing not only the outer fear but those fears lodged deep within. When the inner self is clear it can face any outer fear with integrity, honesty, and honourability. We are no longer limited as we hold ourselves equally accountable to the same level of esteem we want seek from the outside world. Self entitlement is replaced with self responsibility. We let the golden ray of confidence inspire change, not through aggression or dominance but through clear assertive expression. Energy flows from the Solar Plexus through the filter of the heart allowing truth to be expressed in love. This is the energetic path towards peaceful change. We don’t need more guns to change the world. We need Self Esteem.
Do you hold yourself in Healthy Esteem?
- Do you value yourself? Is there someone you think is more valuable than you? What do they do that you aspire to be like?
- Do you constantly critique yourself and others? Are you judging to see who is better or worse than you or can you accept differences without the use of scale?
- Is the voice in your head running a negative commentary or do you hear positive reinforcement reminding you you are lovable – flaws and all.
- What area’s in your life do you feel unworthy, undervalued, or under appreciated? Do you seek regular praise, acknowledgment, and recognition?
- Do you hold your posture in a collapsed manner or an over inflated stance? Do you routinely cross your arms over your Solar Plexus?
- Is your Solar Plexus over active? Are you demanding, aggressive, manipulative and like to over power others with your will?
- Do you suffer from lower back problems, digestive problems, or fatigue?
- Are you a People Pleasure who secretly hopes your actions will prove your worth or struggle to say “No” then resent having to do something you didn’t want to do?
- Do you routinely attract the attention of Bullies? Do you feel like the victim of the circumstances of your life?
Are you ready to take responsibility in your life and allow for change? By changing your beliefs about yourself you will in turn change the dynamics of every area in your life which will ripple outward, benefiting everyone. Unity begins with U.
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LISTEN: Discovering Energy Mandalas with Keith Allen Kay
November 22, 2011 by Possibility 101 with Shasta Townsend
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Join host of Possibility 101 Shasta Townsend as she chat with Transformational Artist ~ Keith Allen Kay on his many years spent researching esoteric writings, ancient religions and spirituality with a special interest in Sacred Geometry, Numerology and Quantum Physics and how this study has created the foundation for his work today. Combining his passion for spiritual artwork, science and spirituality Keith has developed a unique and artistic form of expression called Energy Mandalas. These Energy Mandalas are created using Quantum Fractal Technology and personal numerology.
Keith is a speaker; teacher and energy worker who has created several programs and technologies that are integral to transformation. Keith’s transformational work has opened an expansion of that which includes animation and a new field that he has named BioMagnetic Field Remapping. This technology combines a variety of technologies and helps clients transform specific patterns that create their life.
Recently, Keith has collaborated on several projects with the Chopra Center, including the 21 Day Meditation Challenge and a new DVD of animated Mandalas with guided meditations with Deepak Chopra.
You can see Keith’s work at http://FractalEnergyMandala.com and on Facebook at http://facebook.com/QuantumFractal
READ: The Power that Heals
November 20, 2011 by Michael E Merritt
Filed under •-Feature, Conceptions of God, Energy Healing, Enlightenment, Holistic Living, Insights, Reflection, Spiritual Guidance, Spirituality
Recently, I read a quote at my Chiropractor’s office that said, “The Power that made the body, heals the body.” This is truth! There is a Power within us. It is undeniable. Look around you at the vastness of this planet and of the Universe. This same Power created the Universe. This Power created the heavens and the earth. This Power created you and I. Some call It God, others call it Source Energy, some even call it Innate Intelligence. Whatever It is to you, It is power and It resides within you and you reside within It. You are an extension of this Innate Intelligence.
Recently, I had an injury that herniated two lumbar discs. As many know, our spine is made up of bone, cushion, fluid, and nerves. The cushion part of the spinal column rests in between each vertebrae (bone) and acts as that cushion within the spine. This allows movement and prevents bone rubbing against bone. On the outside of this cushion, there is an outer lining that holds the fluid–within this cushion–in place. As a result of this injury, the outer lining of two of these cushions tore and the cushion then began to bulge out from between the bones. This herniation (as it is called) pressed against some spinal nerves which resulted in severe back pain and also, numbness and pain going down both legs. Those who have had a herniated disc know exactly how painful it is.
As I was laying on the traction table, I began to think of that quote, “The Power that made the body, heals the body.” I began to wonder, if this is true (and many know it is truth), then perhaps I am missing something. Maybe I need to approach my healing from a different perspective. I already decided to go the alternative route with my treatment but to be honest, I have started to question why the healing seems to be occurring at a snail’s pace. Then I began to wonder, “Perhaps my healing is occurring slower than what I want because I am not acknowledging that this power that made me, can heal me.” Perhaps I am in doubt because I am more focused on the injury rather than the healing. You know as well as I do how easy it is to begin to doubt yourself when you have an illness or injury. Especially when the healing just doesn’t occur exactly as fast as you would want it to. I began to doubt that I will heal. Of course, doubt brings frustration which brings fear. I began to fear that I would never have a normal back again.
As I laid there on that table, I began to meditate on that quote. I began to say, “The Power that made my body, heals my body” over and over in my mind. Then, something came over me and I began to cry because I realized, I am an extension of that Power. I realized that I have been searching out for something to occur in my body rather than going within to seek that which I want. And what I want is healing! So, at that very moment, laying on that table in traction, I began to go within. Neale Donald Walsch, Author, said, “If you don’t go within, you will go without.” This is what I have not been doing. I have failed to go within. I have been so busy with writing and now promoting my new book, that I neglected the most important part of me . . . me! I stopped communing with this Innate Intelligence that is within me. I failed to commune with God. I began to lose that connection. As a result, things began to go wrong in my life.
But just as you would expect with enlightenment, things are shifting in my life once again. I am not fighting against this injury. I am flowing with it. I am flowing with this present moment. So now, as a result of this injury, I have learned! Now that I have learned, I can now teach so you can learn. And when you learn, you can transform your life and heal the world. What you give out will come back unto you my friends. If you are in need of healing, I would strongly suggest that you place the quote, “The Power that made the body, heals the body” everywhere so you can continually remind yourself that this Power is within you to heal you. Remind yourself daily that the Power that created you is that very same Power that will heal you. Let this be your new mantra in life.
Just so you know, my back is healing because the Power that made me . . . heals me!
Journey on fellow travelers! Journey on!
Michael
Photograph provided by Nicholas D. Grenier / www.nicholasdgrenier.com
Interview with Dr. Masaru Emoto about the effects of his discovery for us in daily life
September 25, 2011 by VividLife Editorial
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Masaru Emoto (江本 勝 Emoto Masaru?, born July 22, 1943) is a Japanese author and entrepreneur known for his claims that human consciousness has an effect on the molecular structure of water. Emoto’s hypothesis has evolved over the years of his research. Initially Dr. Emoto claimed that high-quality water forms beautiful and intricate crystals, while low-quality water has difficulty forming crystals. According to Dr. Emoto, an ice crystal of distilled water exhibits a basic hexagonal structure with no intricate branching. Emoto claims that positive changes to water crystals can be achieved through prayer, music or by attaching written words to a container of water.
