The five stages of mysticism aren't as complex as you may think. Contrary to popular belief, you don't have to have a long mane of white hair and live in an exotic, remote part of the world to be a mystic.
The American Heritage dictionary defines mysticism as "...consciousness of transcendent ... Views: 1696
September 9, 2016 is a date of significant mystical meaning, as are the dates September 18th and 27th, 2016. The Universal Year of nine occurs this year, as it does every nine years, and nine is a number with great occult meaning.
The Universal Year (e.g., 2016 = 2+0+1+6 = 9) peaks each year ... Views: 1094
How can you tell if someone is possessed? Does possession really happen, or is it a myth?
When we mention possession most people express skepticism or fear. Thanks to scary movies and novels, demonic and spirit possession seem like either science fiction, or something one has no control ... Views: 2085
The truth about meditation is quite different from what the average, inexperienced person thinks of it. Public opinion is shaped by a lifetime of societal influence, such as through Hollywood comedies, written by people who know little about meditation, that lampoon meditation and other “kooky” ... Views: 856
Severe possession by lost souls and sometimes even demonic entities is, we believe, a serious yet largely overlooked problem.
Spiritually sensitive and otherwise susceptible people, such as abused children or people who abuse alcohol and, or use drugs, can unknowingly be a host for all sorts ... Views: 1491
Everyone has phases in their life when they feel lonely, especially if they are different or unwilling or unable to conform and follow the herd.
For example, for spiritually sensitive people, who see the world differently and often perceive what most other people don’t (e.g, the truth behind ... Views: 1272
It’s hard enough dealing with unseen, toxic energy while living a quiet life, especially if you’re spiritually sensitive. Lost souls and dark energy are everywhere, thus it’s important to periodically clear the spiritual debris and protect yourself. Most people would benefit from a Spiritual ... Views: 1195
You've probably felt magical many times--those moments when time seems to stop, you feel like you can do anything, and all is well in your world.
Unfortunately, due to the pressures from everyday life and being pulled in multiple directions at once, being more magical is one of the last ... Views: 1337
More than twenty-five years ago, we didn't take demons and evil spirits seriously and were skeptical of the idea of dark and demonic energy.
Today, having pierced the veil that separates the mundane world and the higher and lower planes long ago, we deal with entities of various levels, from ... Views: 1146
The prevailing view involving modern marriage and astrology is that both individuals surely must have stellar love life timing at the time of the ceremony because marriage always equates to true love.
Regrettably, this is false.
Time and time again, the results of our empirical research ... Views: 921
Almost everyone who lost a romantic partner or missed a love life opportunity has wondered if they will ever experience another rewarding love life connection. It's an exceedingly common concern, especially for those, such as divorcees or widows, finding themselves single for the first time in ... Views: 982
A family member recently told us, “When you’re dead, you’re dead. There’s nothing after this life.”
Everyone has their own opinion, but that surprised us considering all we’ve written about the subject, and since she hadn’t told us her true views before.
We strive for impartiality, so ... Views: 680
Psychic (spiritual) attack is quite different than being possessed by disembodied souls or worse, one or more demons.
The problem is that it’s easy for the inexperienced to completely overlook the cause of the trouble, or to confuse spiritual attacks and possession.
Below we explain ... Views: 1160
Meditation seems challenging to many people, and rightly so. It requires steadfast discipline, yet the benefits of regular meditation are extraordinary, including peace of mind and even enhanced physical health.
Below we include questions from someone who wants to meditate more effectively, ... Views: 1110
Demonic possession, lost souls, and our philosophies about the topics are controversial, based on the feedback we receive.
Over twenty-five years ago, we were hesitant to embrace the concepts of unseen demonic influences and lost souls, otherwise known as ghosts. But today, we fully accept ... Views: 813
Have you ever utilized the power of positive affirmations?
Some say you can reach any goal, including improving your sex life, with positive thinking. Though we believe some things are out of reach no matter what you do, positive affirmations can help you with what is within reach. ... Views: 4418
The fate vs. free will debate involves three main points of view. Either you believe everything is fated, nothing is fated, or somewhere in between.
Below we outline the three general belief systems regarding fate vs. free will represented through three separate spiritual seekers.
1. The ... Views: 1093
Is it possible to lose your psychic ability? We’ve been meditating and exercising our psychic muscles for years, and we’ve found certain things can strengthen or weaken psychic ability.
Everyone has some degree of psychic ability, whether you want to call it your gut feeling, intuition, or ... Views: 2899
You’ve probably heard of the idea that thoughts create your reality. By reality, what motivational speakers and best-selling New Age authors refer to is the events and circumstances of your life, not just your state of mind.
In the real world, you’ll find it’s not so simple.
While we are ... Views: 1341
As identical twins, we are supposed to be genetic mirrors of each other and conventional scientists attribute our differences in personality to environmental influences.
Contrast that with our controversial viewpoint: we associate our unique personalities and distinct physical differences to ... Views: 973
What’s the difference between spirit guides of the Light, and other unseen entities? How do you know if your spirit guide is of the Light, or instead a troublemaker or even a dark entity? We’ve had many experiences with both benevolent and malevolent spirits and want you to understand the ... Views: 1183
The views we hold about personal fate and karma, such as at least 75% of the core circumstances and events in everyone’s life are predestined, are controversial.
We regularly receive unsolicited (usually anonymous) feedback like this:
“What about the law of attraction? Don’t we co-create ... Views: 1002
The ultimate goal of many spiritual seekers is to find enlightenment, which is another way to say awakening to spiritual awareness or illumination. A tall order, but with discipline it’s possible to make serious progress on your spiritual path.
“I think a spiritual journey is not so much a ... Views: 875
Most relationships aren’t easy, and relationships are even harder for the spiritually sensitive because they not only need to connect with a partner mentally, emotionally, and physically, but also spiritually. For them, the unseen, spiritual connection is obvious, thus important.
Certain ... Views: 960
Most singles searching for love believe they are ready for love. Who can blame them? They're doing all the things mainstream love experts recommend like keeping fit, making room in their life for that special person, and doing what it takes to meet new and interesting potential matches. But they ... Views: 915
According to Stephen J. Johnsonn, Ph.D., a marriage and family therapist in practice for 40 years and married for nearly 35, "Even stellar relationships lose their spark over time." In this article, he gives "the ingredients of a lasting, fruitful partnership, and techniques for weathering the ... Views: 942
Famous people throughout history have said some interesting things about fate.
Napoleon Bonaparte, 19th century French military leader, one of the most triumphant military commanders of all time, said, "Circumstances--what are circumstances? I make circumstances." It seems Napoleon didn't ... Views: 1260
Fifty Hollywood actors of similar talent toil for years looking for that big break, frequently crossing paths through the same auditions and talent agencies. Eventually, two of them make it to A-list status, yet the others languish in obscurity. We don't call it luck, we call it fate.
"It ... Views: 1019
Perhaps you've experienced the power of affirmations.
Tell yourself a thousand times you can't do something, and you're that much closer to failure. Tell yourself repeatedly you can do something, and you're more likely to succeed.
Taken to the extreme, some people claim you can manifest ... Views: 5065
Back in ancient times, more than 2000 years ago, the concept of karma was clearly defined in Buddhist teachings and Hindu texts such as the Mahabharata: Karma is inextricably linked to reincarnation and a person's actions dictate the circumstances in his future lives. The concept is ... Views: 921
Everyone knows gratitude as thankfulness, though we also regard it as a process through which to increase spiritual power, thus get more out of life and progress toward self-actualization.
Commonly, those on the spiritual path to self-awareness experience three stages of gratitude.
The ... Views: 1078
The New Age marketplace includes countless well-meaning people. We applaud those who insist on honesty with their offerings and don’t put profits first.
However, like any industry, it has its share of tricksters and hucksters. Many don’t mean to mislead, but they feel pressure to generate ... Views: 1578
We’ve encountered many myths about psychic readings over the years. It’s not surprising there’s so much misinformation and fiction related to metaphysical readings; sometimes the practitioners are to blame.
Below are twelve psychic myths based on our over 30 years of experience with the ... Views: 934
Everyone has heard about the law of attraction, but there are other spiritual laws about which you should be more excited.
Embracing these spiritual laws will help you get the most out of your life by minimizing negative circumstances and generating peace of mind and satisfaction.
Our ... Views: 937
Faith, or having complete and unshakable confidence things will turn out okay, is a powerful spiritual practice. Along with gratitude, faith helps you make the most of your fate.
Typically, those on the path to self-actualization experience three stages of faith.
The first stage of faith ... Views: 1267
The world is currently experiencing a technology boom and the future looks incredibly exciting. We believe technology and the overall standard of living will be exponentially more advanced, beyond your imagination, in the near future.
However, many seemingly possible future life predictions ... Views: 1050
The power of affirmations can improve and even transform your life in many ways.
Can they help you reach any goal? Can you alter any situation to your liking? While positive thinking and the law of attraction are important, you need to consider other spiritual laws too. For example, the laws ... Views: 2140
Long-term empirical research tells us that the concept of karma is valid, though we regularly encounter people with misconceptions about the spiritual tenet.
For example, we received this anonymous e-mail recently: “Who are you to tell anyone they deserve what happens to them. This is your ... Views: 863
Spiritual law dictates you are free to act as you desire, as long as you don’t hurt yourself or anyone else. However, many existing U.S. laws and the never-ending enactment of new criminal laws and regulations seriously threatens, even blocks, the inalienable right to life, liberty, and the ... Views: 943
The fate vs. free will argument has been around for eons. We believe you have free will to make the most of your fate and even shape it, but not how you may think.
The motivational and self-help marketplace is full of well-intentioned professionals promising to make you the captain of your ... Views: 1015
Have you lived previous lives? About two-thirds of the world’s population believes in reincarnation. Disbelievers reject the concept of reincarnation, though how many of them have investigated the concept objectively?
The “I’m just a hunk of meat with a brain-- no soul” types (typically ... Views: 1815
Are you aware of the power of affirmations? You can use them to transform your love life.
Some people claim that you can get anything you want with positive thinking. The law of attraction is important, though you need to also consider other spiritual laws, such as the laws of karma and ... Views: 2081
Are you passing your spiritual tests? We believe everyone frequently has the opportunity to pass spiritual tests, and in the process create a better world and good karma for the future.
Sometimes it’s not easy, but if you do the right thing and respond with honesty, unconditional love, and ... Views: 1290
Your current love life is the result of your past life actions, according to the theories of reincarnation and karma.
However, not all bad love life experiences are the result of bad karma. Your soul chooses experiences for growth, and some present day negative situations may be the result of ... Views: 1123
The theory of reincarnation suggests your past life actions create your present love life situations, both the good and the bad.
People who don’t like their love lives now might be making up for their actions in the distant past, but not always. Sometimes, even the best intentions in past ... Views: 1081
Sex can be spiritual, though it’s all too common to forget and feel guilty about sex, and much of the guilt is hidden in your subconscious mind. We’d like to help you escape the baseless sexual guilt trap.
It’s detrimental to your emotional, spiritual, and mental health to possess baseless ... Views: 1099
According to the theory of reincarnation, your past life actions have much to do with the state of your love life today.
You know the saying: what goes around, comes around. Our findings show your actions now are likely to come back to you in one of your future lives instead of in this ... Views: 1197
The law of attraction says that you attract what you focus on. But what about the other, equally important spiritual laws? Below we discuss them, and how spiritual laws affect your love life. Our findings are the result of our extensive empirical research.
Law of Higher-Self/Soul Influence ... Views: 1072
According to the theory of reincarnation, your past life behavior has a lot to do with the current state of your finances today.
Most people are acquainted with the basic concept of karma: whatever you do now will come back to you in the future, though our findings show it’s more likely to ... Views: 2375
We’ve developed our theories from empirical research in conjunction with a complex system of checks and balances involving comprehensive astrology and numerology, handwriting analysis, and intuition.
Our findings show that important life events, conditions, and trends are represented by ... Views: 1382