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Why Some People See Spirits and Others Do Not?

A very common question people ask is why do some people see spirits or ghosts but others do not. I thought I had already answered this here The Occult Blogger however after scouring the blog I have found that there no specific post on the topic, rather there is hints on what my point is on the subject rather than actually answering the question. This is my full assessment on the question..

The human mind and spirit really is amazing, in order to function fully as to what a normal a human is taught from a very early age that what is real and what is not.. This is true in most cultures however in this post i will touch on western culture in focus as within a western culture unless we can touch feel or see we are conditioned early that whatever we experience is NOT real. This is perceived on almost all levels including those that believe in religion, unless you are in the belief of what your parents or those around believe then it simply is not true to a highly conditioned mind. However to those that are conditioned early into these beliefs it does not matter to what extent, belief can make all sorts of realities that to others are very blind?

Basic Image above illustrating how three controls in life limit spiritual growth.

Do you often wonder why those that believe in God or Jesus have visions of Jesus or God..? Or that those that believe in Buddha have visions or experiences of that particular belief. While that does not mean what they are experiencing is wrong, it simply means that conditioning aligned them to some degree to that experience. You see the beauty of spiritual experience is that is always happening, it is just that we blind ourselves to what really is going on.. By believing in something it makes it more likely that we will have some type of experience many times in our life. Now here is the crutch of the whole concept of this is that all these experiences are given because you are opening yourself to them and excepting with the mind that within your understanding they are okay by normal human standards. Thus a christian seeing Jesus or a Buddhist seeing Buddha they all are having there own experiences that they see to be what they can handle with the way there mind is set up or to some what there spirit can handle also. So this means in essence whatever you see or have an experience with is more so a door to what you can open inside yourself. A spiritual door. Basically un-tapping the Occult aspect of yourself, the unknown. Meditation being a perfect example of opening higher levels of consciousness.

So in reality it does not matter if you see Jesus or Buddha or a simple white light, neither religion or experience is the one true religion, instead it is a door opening to parts of you and for the mind to handle that door being opened in which the mind likes to put images to these experiences. I hope that makes sense. This means that all these experiences are real, do not get me wrong, what i am referring to is the experience of the image that is seen during these experiences is that what you feel you can handle.

Okay so now that i have covered that concept, you are probably wondering on the question at hand, why do some people see spirits or ghosts, well this totally correlates to this topic, if you allow your conditioning to be broken down then that allows you to see things that are generally hidden by what the mind can handle. That goes with all types of spirits, this does not mean that we all want to go and un-condition ourselves or that it is easy to do, do not get me wrong, over 90% of us would hate to be able to have this experience or have this gift. It is not fun and like most that have it, they feel like it is something that is more distracting than beneficial.

So after breaking all this down, we get down to the basics, the main reason some people do not spirits is that there own mind and spirit does not believe based on early conditioning and two that they are afraid mentally to believe. That is okay, the mind will protect those that are, it has defenses, so we can get on with our lives. However to some others who are born with it or thrown away old conditioning it leaves them open more so to what is really there, if they choose to pursue it that is.

In a way it is like a little kid before any major conditioning, they can have myriads of experiences with spirits or ghosts and as they grow up these types of experiences fad with belief and mental conditioning.

Okay so that is it with that topic, if you have questions on this topic further then shoot your questions below, if not do not forget to subscribe or browse our site..

Buddhist Monk Levitates For Real!

If you are one of those skeptic types then you will love this video i am going to share to you showing what appears to be a real man levitating. Performed by an elderly monk this technique is said to be passed down through the ages with this man being one of the last of his type. For reference sakes the act of levitation is believed to be a sequence that can be done by raising the bodies energy ( through meditation) frequency to such an extent that the body vibrates so much that it can literally lift off the ground.

Thus levitation as seen in the video below. While to many it maybe seen as a hoax, let me share that this man makes no money and only has been a Buddhist all his life. To perform tricks would be seen as going against his religion and also what does he have to gain from it being a trick as well..?

These are all the questions skeptics need to ask. And if you ask me, this is the real deal.. Check out the video and let me know what you think as well.

Above Video – The Magician known as Dan White has an interview with a authentic traditional Buddhist monk in Nepal, who has claim to the power of levitation. However what else can he do?

Recent UFO Sightings of February 2012

February was another big month of UFO sightings, it seems that now with modern technology, iPhones and the such, sightings of UFO’s and filming is becoming easier than ever before.

This is great news for any Ufologist and for giving more evidence to concept that we are not alone.

Another exciting aspect to consider as well is now that technology is becoming more and more improved the sightings video quality is only getting better and better and less of the blurry hard to speculate film is being shown. This only means that in time the evidence will become more and more effective.

Above is a video of some recent UFO sightings for the month of February 2012. If you feel you wish to share a recent story of a UFO sighting then feel free to comment your story below.

Rune Meanings

Runes are one of the oldest forms of European magical writing that date back before 1300 BC. They were used in a myriad of ways, for communication, magical means and for the connection to the old gods.  Still today many use them for there myriad of powers and there same meanings still hold true from those many thousands of years ago.

Evidence possibly suggests that are related to old English communication and by looking at the symbols you can see the correlation between some of the runes and the old English language. Whether that is hearsay or not, that is up to the persons opinion. To me it looks very likely that the letters in English were used both ways and thus the runes helped form the original English language as well.

Did you know that the name Furthark is from the first 6 letters of the runic alphabet..? Also did you know that Rune Masters consisted of both male and female sorcerers and that these people were highly respected in there day.

Runes and the Gods

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The runes are also very much connected to the old gods as with all daily life back then. These old gods ( pagan belief ) were more considered the way back then before the Christ religion came in and adopted much of the same practices  of the pagan beliefs, the only difference was that they claimed one main god rather than many. Interestingly enough today many christian interpretations claim but one god, however throughout the old bible it suggests more so that there was one main god with others as well similar in a way to the beliefs of Pagan and Norse mythology.

For a reference of a term suggesting more than one god one example being the old phrase “man was formed in our image”. Our meaning more than one.. Because of this reference of similarity between Christian belief and Ancient Pagan Belief ( Norse or Pagan) with the runes it suggests not much really changed other than a few different marketing aspects of the Christian religion today.

The Runes alphabet was separated into 3 main families of 8 named after each of the powerful Norse gods. Those families are:

Freyr’s Eight: Fehu, Uruz, Thurisaz, Ansuz, Raido, Kano, Gebo, Wunjo
Hagal’s Eight: Hagalaz, Nauthiz, Isa, Jera, Eihwaz, Perth, Algiz, Sowelu
Tyr’s Eight:   Teiwaz, Berkana, Ehwaz, Mannaz, Laguz, Inguz, Othila, Dagaz.

As for the action of Rune Casting, most of these old practice from ancient Rune Masters died out just over 300 years ago. Only through research such as this writing  in this post referenced from many old texts, can we all help keep this ancient form of Magick alive today.

Rune Meanings

Below is the comprehensive list of meanings of all the runes known through out history, each one detailing the meaning and powers it was used for in divination and the like. There is as i mentioned above 24 runes with the bonus rune that rules them all making a total of 25, the rune of Odin, this rune is blank representing all energy of life.. The ultimate rune of power.

Each Rune is also correlated to the forming most likely English alphabet letter. A to Y.

A. Mannaz: Two vertical lines with a horizontal ‘X’
connecting the top of the two lines so that it appears
like a golf flag and its mirror image.

Normal: Essence is water.  Clarity, willingness to
change is effective now.  Become right with yourself,
then you can be right with others.  Be yielding,
devoted and moderate.  Only then will you have a true
direction.

Inverted: If there is blockage now, it comes from
within.  Look to yourself, not to others at this time.
Stop and reconsider.  The outer enemy is but a
reflection of yourself.

B. Gebo:  An ‘X’

Normal: A union is at hand. However, do not make this a
total union, keep yourself.  Let the winds of Heaven
blow between you and your partner.
Inverted: This rune is impossible to invert due to its
symmetry

C. Ansuz:  An ‘F’ with the arms pointing downward.

Normal: There is a new life unfolding.  Be aware during
meetings with others.  A connection with the Divine may
be at hand.  Draw from the well for yourself first,
then you will have the strength to draw from the well
for others.

Inverted: Failed communication may seem to be a block.
Remember, what happens now is timely to your
development.  If the well is clogged, then clean it
out.

D.  Othila: A diamond shape with the two lower sides
extended beyond the point at which they meet to form
legs.

Normal: A shedding of old skins is called for.  You may
receive benefits, but it may require you to give up
something else.  This may be difficult to do because
part of what you may have to give up is a portion of
your background.

Inverted: Do not be bound by old conditionings.  You
may be called upon to take a radical departure from old
ways.  Be totally honest with yourself now.  Flow is
the proper attitude at this time.

E.  Uruz: A tall vertical line on the left, a shorter
vertical line on the right, connected on top by
diagonal line.  Similar to a ‘squared’ small letter
‘n’.

Normal: The life you have been living is at an end.
However, this is not a Rune of ending, it is instead a
Rune of new beginnings.  There may be darkness of a
tunnel leading to the new life, but the light will
be brighter at the end.  Prepare for the opportunity
disguised as a loss.

Inverted: You may fail to take advantage of the moment.
It is possible that your strength may seem to be used
against you.  The seeming failure may come as a minor
or major jolt depending on your awareness.  Remember,
life is a cycle and you will again reach this point to
again have this choice.

F.  Perth: A vertical line on the left with an
elongated ‘v’ connected to the top from the right, and
an elongated inverted ‘V’ connected to the bottom from
the right.

Normal: Inner changes are taking place.  Surprises may
be in store.  Nothing external matters here, except as
it shows you your inner self.
Inverted: Do not expect too much now.  If you repeat
the old, expect to suffer.  Do not focus on the past or
you will neglect the true now.  You may have ‘bad luck’
or recognize a specific block, or challenge.  It
depends on your point of view.

G.  Nauthiz: A vertical line with a diagonal line
crossing it.  The diagonal line runs from the upper
left to the lower right.

Normal: There is a definite need for restraint.  There
will be holdups, and the need to reconsider your plans
carefully.  If you can not restore harmony at this
time, restore balance at least.  consider the uses of
adversity.

Inverted: Here is the great teacher disguised as the
bringer of pain and limitation.  Only at the darkest
hour do we see just how bright the light is within
ourselves.  Cleansing is needed to strengthen the
character.  Only after great darkness will we know and
see the true light.

H. Inguz: Two ‘X’s stacked on top of each other and
touching.

Normal: Now is the time of great strength when
completions can be finished and as a result new
beginnings started.  Difficulties can be resolved and
clarified.  The butterfly now emerges from the cocoon.
Movement may cause you to free yourself from a rut in
your life.  There is danger, but like the King on a
chess board, the movement takes you out of check and
danger.

Inverted: This rune is impossible to invert due to its
symmetry.

I.  Eihwaz: A vertical line with a short diagonal line
running from the top towards the lower right, and a
short diagonal line running from the bottom towards the
upper left.

Normal: There maybe blockages, but even they help our
progress.  You may seem to be powerless at this point
in time.  Patience and waiting are called for.  Growth
is promoted through inconvenience and discomfort.  Wait
on the will of the Heavens.

J. Algiz: A cross with both ends of the horizontal bar
pointing upward.

Normal: Control of the emotions is called for.  Correct
actions are the only true protection you have.  If you
are in pain, or turbulence, do not try to hide from it,
for it is only the pain and turbulence of progress.

Inverted: Health and associations are to be examined
now.  If persons are ‘using’ you, and you know it in
your heart, then know that you are the one responsible
for the outcome, not them.  Only then will you benefit
from it.  Winning may not be possible, but in losing
there is a form of winning through learning and the
progress takes place.

K. Fehu: An ‘F’ with the horizontal lines pointing
upward.

Normal: Clearly define what it is that you desire.  Is
it wealth and possessions, or self-rule and growth of
will?  Enjoy the good fortune of now but remember to
share it, for the mark of a well nourished self is the
ability to nourish others.

Inverted: Your arrows repeatedly miss the target either
by an inch or a mile.  Your ship has come in, but you
are at the stable awaiting a good horse.  Observe the
situation, and ask, “What do I need to learn to further
my progress?”  You now have the opportunity to see
where your true nourishment lies.

L.  Wunjo: Shaped like the letter ‘P’ with the rounded
upper portion being made from two straight lines like
the ‘greater than’ sign >.

Normal: The shifts that were due are completed, the
branch now bears fruit, and you can now reap the
harvest.  Knowledge transforms itself into
understanding.  Through new clarity existing ambitions,
goal, or plans may be seen for the limited undesirables
they are.

Inverted: The harvest is slow to mature.  A difficult
passage is at hand.  As seen in its true light,
everything is a test.  There is light mixed with the
dark, but of clarity there is none now. Examine
yourself and your motives.

M. Jera: A ‘greater than’ sign (>) above a ‘less than’
sign (<).

Normal: Beneficial outcomes apply to what ever endeavor
you have undertaken. It may take time for no quick
results can be expected.  A span of time is always
involved.  Not even the farmer can speed the harvest by
tugging on the young shoots.  At the end of the season,
rejoice in abundance.

N. Kano:  A ‘less than’ sign (<).

Normal: This is the Rune of the opening.  Light now
breaks through and dispells the clouds.  Through
awareness of the light, understanding is now available
to you and you may be able to spread the light and
understanding to others.  You are now the center where
harmonic and beneficent forces meet.

Inverted: Clouds are now beginning to cover the sun.  A
partnership may be passing away.  If so, remember that
it is then no longer appropriate or valid for you in
this stage of development.  Remember however that
failure to notice this passing away will result in a
missed opportunity.  Give up gladly the old so that the
new can be received.

O. Teiwaz:  An upward pointing arrow.

Normal: Look within and delve down to the foundations
of your being.  Here you will find your deepest needs,
and most powerful resources.  Examine newly formed
partnerships, for there may be great works for you both
to perform together.  This is a Rune of dedication and
perseverance.  Patience may be called for now.  Your
real enemy just might be yourself.

Inverted: Danger may arise from hasty or illtimed
actions.  Associations may be short lived, but remember
that they have served their purpose.  Are outcomes your
goal, or are you focused on the task for its own sake?
Look within for the answer.

P.  Berkana: Shaped like the letter ‘B’, except the the
two rounded portions are made from straight lines, like
the ‘greater than’ sign >.

Normal: Delve into things deeply, with care and
awareness.  Resistance must be dispersed first, then
work may be begun.  If you have dark corners, clean
them out now.  If you need help to cleanse the corners,
seek an expert.  Only then can the harvest ripen.

Inverted: There is interference with growth now.  If
you feel disheartened for not taking the right action,
relax. You may have the chance to act again.  Examine
your motives.  Are you putting your wants before the
wants of others?

Q. Ehwaz:  A large capital letter ‘M’.

Normal: Transitions and physical shifts are occurring
now.  Steady growth and development slowly accumulate.
“As I cultivate my own nature, all else follows.  “Face
the future with assurance.

Inverted: If movement is blocked, be sure that what you
are doing is correct action.  There are no missed
opportunities; we have to recognize that not all
opportunities are not for us.  What is yours will come
to you.

R. Laguz: The right half of an upward pointing arrow.

Normal: Reorganize and re-align.  Contact your
intuitive self, and success will follow.  Relate to
yourself correctly.  Immerse yourself in the experience
of living without evaluating or understanding.

Inverted: Do not over reach yourself.  Excessive
striving can be damaging.  Are you really drawing upon
your wisdom of instinct?  Go within yourself and honor
your receptive side.

S.  Hagalaz: Shaped like the letter ‘H’, with the
horizontal bar at a slight angle slopping to the right.

Normal: There is a need to break free from constricting
circumstances.  There are some things beyond your
control.  Though this Rune has only an upright
position, it operates through reversal.  You may feel
as though you are waking from a long sleep and take
some time to come to your full senses.  There may be a
loss before there is a great gain.

T.  Raido: Shaped like the letter ‘R’ with the rounded
upper portions made of two straight lines like the
‘greater than’ sign >.

Normal: Communication is addressed by this Rune,
especially when it has two sides.  Inner worth
increases, but we must remember that we are not
intended to rely on our power alone.  Ask guidance from
the Powers above, and know that in so doing, you will
be doing the right action.  Waiting may be just the
right action to take.  If you wait, remove resistance
while waiting.

Inverted: Personal relationships are accented now.
Break-ups may be more plentiful than unions now.  Keep
a sense of good humor no matter what happens.  Even
failures may be re-routed opportunities.

U.  Thurisaz: A vertical line with a ‘greater than’
sign attached to the middle.  The line extends above
and below the > sign.

Normal: There is work to be done, both within yourself
and without.  You may be ready to contact the Divine.
You can now see that which is hidden inside, and know
that in so doing, you will be doing the right action.
Waiting may be just the right action to take. If you
wait, remove resistance while waiting.

Inverted: Personal relationships are accented now.
Break-ups may be more plentiful than unions now.  Keep
a sense of good humor no matter what happens.  Even
failures may be re-routed opportunities.

V.  Dagaz: An elongated ‘X’ with both the left and
right sides being close into triangles by vertical
lines.

Normal: A major breakthrough is at hand.  The right
outcome is inevitable, but not predictable.  Timing is
correct.  If followed by the blank Rune, the
transformation may be so total as to portend a death, a
successful conclusion to your passage.  The dawn has
given way to full daylight.  But remember not to
collapse yourself into the future, for that would be
reckless.

W. Isa:  A vertical line.

Normal: Winter has come upon you.  You seem to be
frozen in ice and can not move.  Positive
accomplishment is unlikely now.  A cold wind is
reaching you over the ice flows of outmoded habits.
Try to discover what it is that you are holding onto
that prevents the spring from arriving.  Shed the
outdated, and the thaw will follow.  It may be that you
have no control over the conditions causing the winter.
In this case remember that this is the way of Heaven
and Earth; winter follows autumn, but spring will
always follow winter.  Watch for signs of spring.

X. Sowelu: Shaped like a single vertical bolt of
lightening.

Normal: What you are striving to be, you already are.
This is the time for recharging and regenerating
yourself.  You may have to retreat from pressing
situations, but make it a retreat in strength, not
weakness.  Let the Sun illuminate the secrets you hid
even from yourself.  Always remember however, that by
yourself you can do nothing.  Only when you rely on the
Divine can you accomplish anything of greatness.

Y. Odin:  This is the blank Rune.

Normal: The unknowable and unseen is active in your
life at this time.  In the beginning there was nothing,
and in the end, nothing remains.  Control can not be
used on that which does not yet exist.  As with the
Fool in the Tarot, you may have to leap over the
precipice into the void.  But do so empty-handed and
with utter faith.  What beckons is the creative power of
the unknown.

Casting the Runes – Three Rune Spread

A basic and good way of casting the runes for divination is by the simple 3 rune spread. How it works is you get into a meditative position, meditate on the runes in a pouch or bowl and do so until you finish your meditative session. After that place your hand in the pouch our bowl at random and select one for the left, one for the middle and one for the right. The one on the left representing your past, the one in the middle representing you now and the one on the right is what to expect to be prepared for in the future.

1.  Left – Past
2.  Middle – Present
3.  Right – Future

When reading always remember to read them as they are placed.

Can Science Prove the Existence of Ghosts?

The below video provides a good starting debate on the debate of whether or not a Ghost exists or not. While not all the information provided in the video should be taken as  given, it opens up the possibility and the reason why Ghosts or Spirits are not something that can easily be proven or diss proven with modern science. Instead he goes into the reasons why it cannot and why paranormal evidence backs up why both sides have a great argument.

To me and my experience of Ghosts or Spirits is of that they do exist, because of the many experiences I have had in the past. However to many others with no experience it may be be seen as total rubbish. That is the brilliance of this big debate.

Like anything for those searching for an experience in paranormal you only have to look around.  If you really need to prove it to yourself then maybe go stay in a known haunted dwelling, land or house for a few weeks. Hey for research sakes why not try a few and see if anything happens.

Please note that with the video below I am not taking a religious stance on anything and do not fully agree with the end results of the video on the take of fallen angels or demons. This interpretation is up to you to decide on how you feel. To me and my own opinions, spirits can be good or bad?

Video Above – Can Science Prove the Existence of Ghosts or Spirits..?

Facts On Ghosts..

1. Did you know that 1 in 5 people around the world claim to have had an experience with ghosts or paranormal, all of which these claims are from people with no mental problems or history. This says a lot for the facts on Ghosts, this says that there is something going on and it should not be ignored.
2. Did you know that the ghost debate is not something that can be proven or diss proven with science?
3. Did you know that many aspects of life that are not proven even to this day that we take for granted?
4. Did you know that  a old haunted house has multiple histories of haunting’s throughout the years, does not history coincide with what we call fact. So does that mean that a history of haunting’s in a location indicates a fact of ghosts?
5. How many times is evidence caught of haunting’s by paranormal investigators who earn no money from there research..? That figure is over 90%.. Over 90% of investigators make not a dime from there own research. Only a small amount of paranormal investigators with evidence earn money, which indicates that manipulation of evidence for profit would be quite rare.
6. Skeptics claim that by not being able to prove ghosts exist that they are in fact not real. That is a big claim considering the amount of people that have experiences in there lifetime. What do you think?

Okay, so now, can science prove the existence of ghosts? The truth is no, science cannot prove it and at the same time science cannot diss prove it. It is one of those many issues in life that we all as humans need to except for the time being. Maybe in the future things will change.. Let me know what you think?

Paranormal Activity 3 Movie Trailer

For those of you looking for one of the latest Paranormal Ghost flicks, then you may want to check out the latest movie from the Paranormal Activity film series. It sets around the similar film style in relation to the first movie with some aspects from the previous movies coming into the third.

Below is the official film trailer of the 3rd movie for viewing.

Paranormal Activity 3

Viewers Comments From Around the Internet

“Whoa, I’ve just finished watching it and can’t get it out of my head…”

“the trailer is scarier than the movie”

“Great movie, but a bit quiet”

“Overall scary, but could of been more scary..”

“Not as good as the first..”

My own opinion is I give it an all round average rating, believing the first in the series was the best, however i will let you decide what you think.

If you saw it please comment your thoughts on the movie and opinions.

Meditation For Beginners – 25 Practical Tips To Quieting The Mind

Meditation is one of those aspects of life that many put off, they dwell on the subject, think about it but usually it is one of those want to do spiritual aspects that so many just keep putting off. So what is it about mediation that does that to so many, this is the same question that many ask everyday. The true answer is the mind like can be great but can also work against us from finding our spiritual self or meditative state. Instead to a lot of us the mind would prefer us to stumble through life putting off a lot of positive important things until maybe we are spending more time focusing on mind based tasks instead of focusing on what really is true.

Meditation For Beginners and Everyone

That truth is that Meditation is one of the most powerful tools and spiritual aspects that everyone deserves to experience. In a way it brings us back home to what really is real, what really is important and while at the same allowing some love and appreciation for oneself and for others that you may have put off because of the desire to put off.

While making the choice to change is one thing, Meditation is not one of those quick let’s go formula, it is a simple process however like for many anything simple can become complex with guides, books, multiple techniques and information that is almost endless. Instead  we could focus on the basics again and get started on the right track. Quieting the mind in time and changing lifestyle to suit you and your situation.

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Most Recommended 25 Practical Tips To Quieting The Mind

1. Deciding To Meditate – This is an important one, wanting to learn is one thing but actually doing it is another. Once you have decided to Meditate then make sure to stick to that decision, make it a firm decision.
2. Listen to Relaxing Music – During the day try to focus away from the stresses and unwind as much as possible by listening to relaxing music. This will help enhance Meditation later and help relax the mind.
3. Me Time – Always give yourself at least an hour by yourself a day to let the day be thought through. When doing so don’t hold onto the memories of the day just let them pass and then like at the positive learning of each in total.
4. Take a deep breath – Deep breathing increases circulation and helps the mind unwind better. When you breath out imagine that all the days worries are going..
5. Focus on the now – Commonly called “LIVING IN THE NOW” is another practical tip that helps quieten the mind. Each person has there own level of this and can be improved by daily practice. Each time a thought comes in just let it go then focus on what is happening now.
6. Focus on what is real – There are so many aspects of life that just are not real and are fears created by the mind, this includes worrying about money, worrying about your job, all of these are out of your control so let go..
7. Do something positive – Do something positive and see what returns, something always returns that is even more positive.
8. Do something positive for someone else – By doing this you set yourself up for inner reward, conscious reward which is more valuable than any money.
9. Find a quiet place to Meditate – This is a common problem for many that mediate, they leave this one out and sound can really effect the meditation. If you can’t then find the most quiet place as possible and then use ear plugs.
10. Comfort is Key – Ouch, meditating can really hurt the bum so go out and buy yourself a nice meditation mat to sit on, this will really help create better meditation practice and help quieten the mind as well.
11. Walks in Nature – This one is always helpful and generally helps quiet the mind automatically. This is because humans are connected to nature just as much as nature is connected to us. Walking through nature brings us back to this reality.
12. Looking at the Stars – Highly recommended thing to do is gaze at the stars when you can, put a blanket down on the ground in a good spot outside and lay and look up. It is amazing how small one feels when this is done often and it can really help shut up the mind quickly.
13. Reality Check – Have you done one of these lately, imagine how you come across to others, are you like how you want or can you improve yourself, can you be more kinder? If so, don’t be upset at yourself, change and improve. We are all learning.
14. Try to Meditate at Least 1 Hour a Day – This one is a good one, pass the 30 minute mark and you will notice a bigger change, improvements are so much more at quieting the mind by just doing that little bit more.
15. Use a good Guided Meditation Audio – This will help guide you in to a more deeper meditation.
16. Good Aroma’s – This can really help, some nice jasmine oil burning to help put you in the mood to unwind and meditate.
17. Surround yourself with Positive People – This is a obvious one, surround yourself with how you want to be. This will help meditation and quieting the mind even more.
18. Keep the House Clean – This one is of debate by many, however if you try keeping your house clean I am sure you will feel more fresh and ready to meditate. By keeping the house clean it also takes that nagging clean thought out that can happen when the house is really dirty.
19. Don’t get upset at yourself – This is important aspect to quieting the mind, getting upset at oneself is a weakness of the mind so fixing this is important.
20. Reduce of Stop Drinking Alcohol - Alcohol can seem like a good idea to quieting the mind but in the mind it will work against you, instead meditate more..
21. Choose to be more Spiritual – Being spiritual has nothing to do with religion, instead focus on the beauty of the world and how amazing it is to be floating around on this beautiful planet through what we call universes. It truly is amazing.
22. Be accepting of Others – Be accepting of those that you do not like, this is a hard one i know but by accepting you are also accepting your own weaknesses which is really fulfilling and rewarding.
23. As a Beginner Approach Meditation Positively – All that comes out of meditation is positive so start the journey positively, don’t let other distract you from your journey, this is your journey and everyone’s journey comes to an end sooner or later so experiencing meditation is so important.
24. Believe in yourself – This one is important as well, don’t give on meditation because you tried once and it did not seem to change anything, instead believe and try again and again and when the right connection happens in meditation you will really thank me I am sure. Nothing is achieved overnight, it takes time, meditating as well as quieting the mind is a process in a way like growing a flower or a fruit tree, it takes time, but is so worth it once it flowers or fruits. Keep at it..
25. BONUS TIP – Choose a simple meditation technique that allows one to focus easily on quieting the mind.

Long list hey, why don’t you bookmark this or print it out, this will help you check off what applies to you in this situation.

Simple Meditation Technique

I will share a simple meditation technique one can do that will help, sit comfortably, take a deep breath and then relax. Keep doing so and allowing thoughts to enter and go, with each thought just let it drift by and move on. To make it even easier why not check out our Guided Meditation Audio Pack that is really good for beginners or those that are looking for some nice audio to enhance there meditation practice.

Was This A Real Flying Girl?

Have you ever wanted to fly? Well here is an interesting topic for you, earlier this year in Russia a bit of footage was produced that is claimed to be authentic. In the footage it shows a Russian man walking his dog in the forest and accidentally stumbling on what appears to be a girl practicing to fly.

What has me thinking though is there are so many ways to manipulate film these days that it is easy to be skeptical no matter how good the film looks. Could it be that she is flying or is it that she simply is in some sort of harness in the air. Like I said before, it is amazing what they can do with film these days, the girl may not even be there (superimposed).

( Footage above of flying girl from a Russian news station aired early this year – Sorry but it is in Russian Language )

To make the story bigger the guy that was walking his dog is also claiming that when his dog went to chase them they were gone and that the dog could not keep up with them. Like in a way they were surprised when practicing some ancient flying magick and then quickly ran and darted off in a magickal way as well because to out run a dog that would be impressive, especially for a little girl in the snow in the forest.

What do you think of the video, Is the girl really Flying or is it just another film trick that is just trying to get some money and publicity. I will let you decide.

When you have your thoughts on the subject please comment below on it as well. True or False?

The image to the right shows the girl flying in what appears to be circles above her possible mum or similar.

Is It Possible To Bring An Item Back From The Astral Plane?

For all of those that have experienced the astral plane or astral world there are many questions one may ask? Is it the world after death? Is it created by ones own mind or is it out of this body beyond the body and another is it possible to bring a item or object back from the astral world or astral realm?

This is a good question as the astral world has such a significant impact for the one that experiences it.

What is the Astral Plane?

In order to go over this question, I will sum up the basics of what the astral world is first then go into the answer. To summarize the astral plane it is believed to be the world laying just beyond ours which can be accessed by death or by a simple cord called the astral cord and a good astral projection technique. When one enters the astral world common experiences before entering are the feeling of falling or spinning or simply passing through a wall or barrier.

Also occasionally everyone enters this world within sleep and it is commonly referred to also as lucid dreaming or conscious dreaming. Those that experience it will come out of it later feeling like it was a real situation and being able to remember all aspects of the experience making it totally unlike any dream or similar.

Sometimes an astral experience is a learning experience, other times it maybe just an amazing experience. Whatever the experience one has there it generally is something they will always remember.

For more on the Astral Plane and other questions visit my previous post on Astral Projection and Time Travel

Bringing an Item Back From The Astral Plane?

So, is it possible? To answer this question we can go over two theories, one being the theory of the astral plane creates manifestations in our reality. What this means is when in the astral plane if you see something that draws your eye such as a car or object then the chances of that object being drawn to you in the real world is manifestation of that object. That object being drawn to you and thus given as a gift or simply it comes to you over the years later. This can happen commonly with people as well. Seeing an image of someone in the astral world is often a sign of you seeing them shortly. Within days usually even if you have not seen them in years or more.

The second theory is while the astral plane feels very real, physical objects do not exist there because simply on the principle that we are in our spiritual body there and physical objects are objects of desire here alone. We can however take any form of knowledge learned there and that in a way is a taking something back.

Is It Possible?

Over time and through out many myths and stories over the ages, the bible included are many references to god like places like the astral world and items of power. Whether all these stories are just simply that, stories that one is up to you to decide.

Here’s a couple of things to think about however, to a Yogi that meditates for days without water where are they getting sustenance, is it from the astral world or from the meditation alone. To the Yogi that meditates in the snow barely clothed in freezing conditions yest they melt the snow around them, are they creating that heat themselves or it it being drawn from the astral plane..?

The Four Leaf Clover – The Lucky Clover

How my older sister could find them so easily has always been a mystery to me. All she would have to do is walk past a group of clovers in a park and then reach down and grab a four leaf clover out of the millions of choices available.

Some people have the gift with this one, whereas for me finding one is almost impossible.

“The Four Leaf Clover” is sometimes referred to as “The Lucky Clover” or “The Lucky Leaf”…

To many the symbology of the Four Leaf Clover means a lot, good luck, a national icon or a spiritual blessing. Whatever the symbology you use we all can agree that if one does find them there really is a mystery to it when it happens often. With that being said my sisters luck in other means is not the best, however she has her good health and well being, whether or not the luck passes on with others that spot them that is another question up to debate as well.

As a estimated fact is that it is believed that there is approximately 10,000 three leaf clovers out there in clover patches for every one four leaf clover in a clover patch. This suggests that the four leaf clover is an rare mutation or variation of the common, three leaved clover.

Traditional Stories of The Four Leaf Clover

According to traditional stories, the four leaf clover is said to help bring good luck to their finders like my sister, especially if found easily, quickly or spontaneously. The legend is that each leaf represents something different -

1. Faith
2. Hope
3. Love
4. Luck

Four Leaf Clover Uses

The four leaf clover can be used in many ways and is used today in many ways. It can be seen and used in necklaces, pendants, photo frames, tattoos, earrings and many more. Each said to help bestow the four properties above upon the wearer and holder of the item.

Four Leaf Clover Necklace – A popular form of Four Leaf Clover Jewelry is the silver four leaf clover necklace which can be seen above.