The Dark Night of the Soul is one of the most painful, isolating, and destabilizing experiences in life. Yet it is also a tremendous blessing in disguise. As a primordial process of death and rebirth, the Dark Night of the Soul is a period in life where we are stripped of everything that is false. […]
Category: Spirituality
Embracing the Divine Feminine
The Yoga Sutra of Patanjali is the classic text on the spiritual practice of yoga. Written more than 2,000 years ago, this work is a map of the fast track to enlightenment. It is derived from an ancient oral tradition, when Devi, the Divine feminine, was revered as the creative principle of the universe. She […]
What does it mean to See?
The week we have an opening for Lost and Found – which means to “see”, and thus it gives us an extra connection to the power of miracles and wonders. In addition, there is “wonderment” offering us yet another indication of where that gates of Heaven are open this week gives us the power to […]
The Spiritual Law of Duality
The Spiritual Law of Duality basically states that everything is on a continuum and has a complementary opposite within the whole. To use an old adage, there may be two sides of a coin but there is only one coin. In other words, things that appear as opposites are in fact only two extremes of […]
The Hidden Harmony – Nature loves to Hide
“The glory of gardening: hands in the dirt, head in the sun, heart with nature. To nurture a garden is to feed not just the body, but the Soul.” Existence has no language… and if you depend on the language there can be no communication with existence. Existence is a mystery, you cannot interpret it. […]
The Secret of Entering The Golden Gate
As this figure moves across the field, they step lightly and non-seriously, and at the same time absolutely balanced and alert. Behind the swirling, ever-changing field of flowers, we can see the sparkles of Golden Light. The individual is in the field but at the same time outside of it, maintaining their balance and able […]
Desiderata – A Life Changing Poem for Hard Times
Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible without surrender and be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly, and listen to others, even the dull and the ignorant, They to have their story. Avoid loud and aggressive […]
8 Mystical Meditation Mantras That Raise Your Consciousness
We all have different desires, needs and preferences, which is why it is so important to pick a mantra that personally appeals to you (and not just because it is popular or well-known). Remember to pay attention to each of the following meditation mantras and their underlying meanings. Choose one that appeals to you on […]
Sound Therapy and the Vagus Nerve
The Vagus nerve is the longest nerve in the body. It originates in the brain and travels all the way down to the lower internal organs. It is a fundamental regulator of the parasympathetic nervous system, which controls all the involuntary processes such as digestion, heartbeat, respiration, etc. and is responsible for restoring relaxation after […]
People-Pleasing: The Hidden Dangers of Always Being “Too Nice”
You feel the pressure throb in your veins. A lump rises in your throat as your colleagues watch you closely. They are expecting an answer. They are expecting you to comply. Every fibre of your being wants to scream “NO I CAN’T.” But as if possessed, you automatically smile sweetly and say, “Yes, I’ll do […]
