I recently just finished reading one of my favorite spiritual teacher Caroline Myss's book "Sacred Contracts" and has really raise a lot of questions like "am I on the right spiritual path"? or "why did this happened to me? did I do something wrong to experience?"
Since I was a kid, I've always be interested in any stories or books about religion and spiritual stuff. As the time goes by, people grew up and start to worry about more and more things in their lives such as schook, work, money, relationships... all those has distracted me away from searching for my spiritual path. Untill the day of September 11 in NYC, I was living in Manhattan while all the madness had happened, it has brought out a lot of hidden issues I didn't even know I had and I started to develop a very strong anxiety attack, worry and scared about just about anything ( it's understandable after the dramatic experience we had as a New Yorker during the September 11 ). So I started to see a therapist and nothing has worked. so one day I just can't deal with this anxiety problem anymore I pray to the universe ( I pray to all Gods, Jesus, Buddha...etc 'cause I believe all Gods are ONE! they just trandsform themselfs into different "forms" in different regions so people at that area can relate to him/her more easily, just my opinion) and say " Please help me to take this pain away, I don't want to have this anxiety attack anymore..." I was praying while I was at the barnes and noble store while my anxiety attack was about to start again.... after the prayer, it felt like my prayer was heard I found my very first Meditation CD by Caroline Myss "Spiritual Power, Spiritual Practice". This 2 CD set has changed my life!
In no way I am writing this to say I've reach the enlightenment & has figured out all things, infact I am still on my spiritual path trying to find my way. But I thought just to share this with my readers how wonderful to have a spiritual life and practice and can enrich your life to be that much more colorful and fill with happiness!
From various of Carline Myss' and some other spiritual teacher's books and meditation CDs, what I've learned that benefit me the most is:
* Let go the desire to know why things happened the way it did, let got the need to have too much expectation of the future, instead live in the now and knowing that everything happened in my life are always happened with the best intention of me in mind and the universe is always watching over me! *
As many spiritual teachers trying to teach us there are a 7 powerful energy in our body called "Chakra", by balancing each Chakra is the way to reach full enlightenment. Click on the photo below to see the animated Flash Chakra charts that will help you to have a better understanding what chakra is.
One point Caroline pointed out that's very interesting is that now the days, there are tons of those totally "Out there" new age groups & practices, try to reach spiritual enlightenment with out really "Working" on it! Thought just by chanting, dreaming or "manifest it" then you'll find the perfect job, perfect lover and make a lot of money! Instead, Caroline pointed out that seeing your own energy is like a "spiritual energy bank", everyday you have $100 worth of "Spiritual energy" to spend. You loose $5 here by thinking negatively about yourself, another $10 there jelous of that person or $20 dwilling on why this happend to me and feeling sorry for yourself... ect. so before you go to sleep when you meditate, you will need to "call back" the energy you've lost today and learn where you've lost your energies and try not to repeat it tomorrow. Without calling back your energy, you'll go into debt! your body will be lacking the energy it requires to functions, then will start to effect your mind, spirits and health. So many people thinks just by holding a piece of crystals will heal you, but without having enough energy "saved" in you, you can't unlock the "magic" of that crystal and it will remain just a piece of rock!
Ok, I am not going to babble on and try to sound like boring nun haha, here are some of the meditation CDs and audio books that has helped me to start my search on my spiritual path and all with very straight forward, easy to understand, no nonsense "out-there" new age bull! Also some beautiful incenses that only it smells good, but also offers employment for widows, abandoned mothers, and physically handicapped or unmarried women who otherwise would have no means of earning an income. A large perentage of profits from sales of the incense contributes to the health care, education, and vocational training for local villagers through Shanthimalai Village Trust in India, founded in 1985. check it out
Caroline MyssTo learn more about the author, click here to read about Caroline's Bio
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After two New York Times bestsellers, several highly-rated appearances on The Oprah Show, and packed audiences at live events across the country, Caroline Myss has emerged as a leading voice in the healing arts revolution.
On Sacred Contracts, Dr. Myss helps listeners take the next step in their personal evolutions, through the use of archetypes as tools for self-transformation. First identified by the legendary psychiatrist and author C.G. Jung, archetypes are symbols for unconscious energies and potentials held in common by all of humanity. Dr. Myss identifies a tool box of 12 major archetypal patterns, and explains their roles in the alchemy of spirituality. Listeners join this respected medical intuitive as she explores how we can identify our personal archetypes, uncover their higher purpose, and then work with them for self-understanding and spiritual development. Shared with her hallmark humor, honesty, and intelligence, Sacred Contracts is a welcome resource for fans of Dr. Myss everywhere. Original adaptation of the book by the author.
Contents: 5 CDs ( 6 hours ) 1 Study guide ( 32 pages )
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This is a personal recommendation! These 2 CDs Meditation course has changed my life! According to Dr. Caroline Myss, most people want the rewards of consciousness without doing the work of consciousness, but without rigor and discipline the full blessings of a spiritual life will never come.On Spiritual Power, Spiritual Practice, listeners join this respected medical intuitive and bestselling author to explore the prayers, reflections, and other teachings she developed in her own spiritual practice.
Through these daily disciplines including two 40 minute meditations, one for morning and one for evening anyone can learn to tap the wellsprings of love, faith, and trust that energize our spiritual potential. Enhanced features include video footage from Caroline Myss' Energetics of Healing, music from Glen Velez' Rhythms of the Chakras, and an interview with the author. Note: These CD-ROM format enhanced CDs containing audio, music, and video clips are meant to be played on your computer, using an internet connection, speakers, and Real Player programs, which are free for download.
Contents: 2 CD'ss ( 2 hours, 30 minutes ) 1 Study guide ( 27 pages )
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Where did this notion that we have the power to shape our own destiny come from? How can we separate wishful daydreams from the authentic work of creation? With her intuitive grasp of spiritual truths and her no-nonsense presentation, Caroline Myss cuts through the myths surrounding manifestation on Your Power to Create. Taking a direct path to the heart of human creative power and how each of us can learn to harness it Caroline Myss opens the doors of understanding to:
What stops us from creating? How to overcome the fear that holds you back.
From Revolution to Revelation, and all the stages between the cycle of creation that governs cultures, epochs, and our individual lives How the will of the divine makes itself known to us in every moment if we know how to listen.
Applying your creative power to your health, your financial well-being, and your relationships.
Five steps to true manifestation: practical tools for unlocking your creative power, and much more!
Caroline Myss teaches that the ability to shape reality is a divine gift but it is a gift that must be trained, strengthened, and practiced as a living discipline every day. Now, this gifted teacher brings her trademark passion, candor, and extraordinary insight to help you unlock Your Power to Create.
Contents: 2 CDs ( 2 hours, 30 minutes )
To learn more about the author, click here to read about Pema Chodron’s Bio
(Available at Luxe-Gifts.Com)For thirteen hundred years, Tibetans have been practicing shamatha/vipashyana (peaceful dwelling/insight): a profound form of meditation that illuminates and purifies the obstacles to spiritual realization. Tibetan Buddhists today regard shamatha/vipashyana as both the fundamental and the most advanced spiritual practice of all.
On Pure Meditation, Pema Chodron takes you step-by-step through this timeless and elegant meditative form. You will learn the posture that helps you relax your mind, how to use your own breath as a reminder to return to the present moment, and what to do with the many thoughts and emotions that arise during your meditation sessions.
A straightforward, authoritative resource for students at all levels, Pure Meditation is a definitive guide to the authentic Tibetan Buddhist meditation that has brought its practitioners relaxation, peace of mind, and deeper awareness for hundreds of years.
Contents: 2 CDs ( 2 hours )
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Superb quality for Nag Champa Lovers!
Shanthimalai Incense is handmade by village women at the foot of the sacred mountain Arunachala in Tamil Nadu, India. Made with fine natural ingredients and exquisitely perfumed, the incense sets new standards for quality and purity. A large perentage of profits from sales of the incense contributes to the health care, education, and vocational training for local villagers through Shanthimalai Trust, founded in 1985.
Production of incense offers employment for widows, abandoned mothers, and physically handicapped or unmarried women who otherwise would have no means of earning an income. The scent of this incense compares very favorably to Nag Champa original, except that it has a richer and deeper note. This product is also known as "Red Nag Champa".
We strongly recommend this fabulous incense! you can now enjoy the aroma of this mystical incense and help all those womens at Shanthimalai! Smells great with good Karma!
(Available at Luxe-Gifts.Com)If you like Nag Champa Incense, you'll love these other great scents from Shrinivas Sugandhalaya. Super Hit is a little sweeter than the original Nag Champa! by the makers of Satya Sai Baba Nag Champa Incense.
(Available at Luxe-Gifts.Com)Treat yourself with these beautiful boxed set of 6 mini votives icons of faith, healing and soul candels!
Featuring: Jesus, The Virgin Mary, Ganesh & Buddha
Great for when you are praying, meditating, memorial ceremony or a perfect gift for your friends & family who is on their spiritual journey to the higher self! Give a gift that will enlighten & heal your soul & spirits with this fabulous candel set!
Each mini candle is 2" Height
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Xoxo Alan + Mei-Mei the Pug
