Five Meaningful Methods of Meditation
In my last article, A Layman’s Guide to Mindful Meditation, we discussed the “why” of meditation. In this article we will discuss the “how.” There’s a myriad of methods for meditation. Some are easy and some are difficult. All require daily practice to perfect. Here are five of the most popular methods of meditation and what they each bring to the Meditation Table. Mindfulness, or Spiritual Method: A most popular method comes from Buddhist meditation practice of Vipassana. How to: One can practice mindfulness in any position, even lying down. Zen or Zazen Method: Also from the Buddhist tradition, this method is all about simply sitting. How to: The most effective positioning of the body for the practice of Zazen is the stable, symmetrical position of the seated Buddha. Kundalini or Transcendental Method: This method comes from the Vedanta Hinduism tradition and ties into different forms of Yoga practices. How to: Breathing is primary. Qigong Method or Movement Method: Image Source ~
Shadow people
An artist's impression of a shadow person as a paranormal entity A shadow person (also known as a shadow figure, shadow being or black mass) is the perception of a patch of shadow as a living, humanoid figure, particularly as interpreted by believers in the paranormal or supernatural as the presence of a spirit or other entity.[1] Many methamphetamine addicts report hallucinations of "shadow people", as a result of sleep deprivation. History and folklore[edit] The Coast to Coast AM late night radio talk show helped popularize modern beliefs in shadow people.[2] The first time the topic of shadow people was discussed at length on the show was April 12, 2001 when host Art Bell interviewed Native American elder Thunder Strikes, who is also known as Harley "SwiftDeer" Reagan. Explanations[edit] Several physiological and psychological conditions can account for reported experiences of shadowy shapes seeming alive. In popular culture[edit] See also[edit] References[edit]
The Shadowlands: Ghosts and Hauntings
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Herbal First Aide
Insect Bites & Stings Essential Oils – Tea Tree, Eucalyptus, Lavender Mix any or all with a little Olive or vegetable oil and apply Cedar Wood Essential oil – kills houseflies, mosquitoes, and cockroaches in a concentration of 1 % Poultice: Tea Tree, Eucalyptus, & Lavender Essential Oil mixed with clay, add a bit of water to make a paste and put on the site. Apple Cider Vinegar – straight on the bite with cotton ball…(wasps) Baking Soda – make a paste with water Put Penny on the bite and hold for a few minutes Herbs: Comfrey, Plantain, chickweed, onion, garlic, marigold – mash or chew and apply Tinctures – Arnica, Lobelia, Echinacea, Marigold, Myrrh, St John’s Wort used externally Echinacea will reduce the allergic reaction Horsefly bites: St John’s Wort Repellent 2 oz vegetable oil or vodka ¼ teaspoon each citronella and eucalyptus oil 1/8 teaspoon peppermint, cedar and geranium oil Take care not to rub near eyes Bleeding Herbs – Cayenne, kelp, plantain, yarrow May be sprinkled or laid on the would Shock
Astrology, Horoscope and Teachings - The Saturn Return
This article investigates the time of life when the current position of Saturn exactly corresponds to the placement of Saturn in the birthchart. From ancient times, Saturn has been known as the planet of karma. It represents the tests and boundaries of physical existence. Every soul has to come under this discipline and instruction in order to evolve from self-centredness to a recognition of universal kinship. Saturn describes the conditions the soul has accepted and is working through within the practical earth experience. In the chart, Saturn themes include coping with physical needs and dealing with the consequences of previous actions. Saturn in the chart is also related to fear. In forecasting, Saturn is concerned with consolidation, responsibility and structure. Saturn transits shed light upon the way you see and experience the world. "It is important to appreciate that the exact Saturn Return is not a stationary event, but a moment within a continuous cycle."
Interpreting the Solar Return
Your birthday horoscope is a wheel-shaped chart indicating the positions of the planets in relation to the earth at the time of the yearly return of the Sun to the exact position it held when you were born. This chart shows what is in store for the coming year. It's rather like an auxiliary of your birth horoscope, painting a picture of this one-year period. Also called a Solar Return, astrology programs calculate these to the precise moment that the Sun in the sky returns to its natal position. Because it is so precise, you'll usually have a different sign rising than you did at birth. CalculationUsing the location of your residence at the time of the birthday is recommended. If you're using an astrology program to calculate your Solar Return, select the Tropical zodiac and Placidus house system. "The two charts are actually in agreement. The guidelines in this article can be applied to either the precessed or the non-precessed version of the return. Is there a Stellium in one house?
The Meaning of the Quincunx or Inconjunct Aspects in Astrology
The inconjunct or quincunx (the terms are generally used interchangeably) aspect in astrology is formed between planets that are roughly 150 degrees apart. If we use an orb of 2 degrees, the planets or points in question can be anywhere from 148 degrees to 152 degrees apart. The planets and points involved in a quincunx don't understand each other. Unless it's an out-of-sign quincunx, the signs not only are of a different element, they are also of a different modality. Some keywords that describe quincunxes are: redirecting, challenging, requiring adjustments, diverting. What I have found is that people with quincunxes tend to compartmentalize the two areas of life indicated by the planets and points involved. When we express one of the planets or points involved in an opposition, the other planet or point feels "left out". A couple of examples will shed some more light on the theory. Take for example a mother with this Moon quincunx Venus aspect. Look at the planets in this chart:
The Principles of Wiccan Beliefs
The Principles of Beliefs 1. We practice rites to attune ourselves with the natural rhythm of life forces marked by the phases of the Moon and the seasonal quarters and cross-quarters. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. -- These principles were adopted by The Council of American Witches in 1974. Glossary For further reading Get a Rune or Tarot reading, dream interpretation or astrological report
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