ALTERNATIVE HEALING
A 3-Step Process For Remembering Your Dreams by Asoka Selvarajah, Ph.D
Dreams are a powerful tool in developing deep insight about yourself and your life purpose. They are a priceless source of inspiration and creativity, as witnessed by geniuses spanning the entire range between Einstein and Salvador Dali; both of whom worked with dream and fantasy in their work.
In sleep, your spirit is unbound and you touch the subtle realms beyond waking reality. This is the place where the highest part of your consciousness, your Higher Self, can communicate directly to you. The language of this communication is the language of symbol and metaphor. Everyone dreams, but not everyone remembers his or her dreams. The following simple 3-step process will enable you to work with your dreams to gain deeper insights into your psyche:
(1) Make a written declaration before you sleep.
Say, or better still, write down a statement such as "I want to remember my dreams in order to receive valuable guidance". If you are already able to remember and capture your dreams, modify this question to "Which direction should I go in life?" or "Should I take that job?" or whatever.
Put the declaration under your pillow before you go to sleep.
(2) Perform stretching exercises before you get into bed.
If you can touch your toes, then do so. At any rate, gently stretch your body so that it is relaxed and flexible. Once you are in bed and ready to sleep, you can also relax your body further. Tense and release each of your muscle groups in turn, beginning with your legs, and gradually working all the way up
your body to your face. Take several deep breaths, and feel yourself relax more with each breath.
The fact is that much of our sleep time is spent de-stressing the body, which is why people often do not sleep that well. Much of this de-stressing can be done before you ever drop off.
(3) Write something down when you awake.
It is necessary to awaken gently. If you can use an alarm clock that plays GENTLE music, e.g. chimes, that would be best. Once you are awake, write something down about your dream, even if it is just a feeling.
Sometimes, if you cannot remember the dream straight away, simply lying there in your bed and pondering it will bring a fragment of the dream back. Write that piece down and often, the rest will return to you. If it does not, be content with what you have.
If you really cannot remember anything at all, then still write something down. Often, your physical, mental or emotional state upon awakening is a direct result, a hangover if you will, from the dream you have just experienced.
Be prepared for the need to persist with this process. It DOES work. Like any muscle that has been unused for years, your dream muscles may have atrophied through disuse. If you persist, the spiritual rewards and insights you gain will be very well worth it.
CRYSTAL CONNECTION- RUDRAKSHA FOR HEALTH AND SELF EMPOWERMENT
By S R DharmaDeva Arya
To view these interesting beads go here: <
http://www.rudraksha-ratna.com> the article will make more sense if you know what these sacred beads look like...
The Tears of Lord Siva that are Rudraksha , are the original Vedic Beads of Power worn by the Yogis of India and the Himalayas for thousands of years to maintain health and to gain self empowerment and fearless life on their path to Enlightenment and Liberation.
The Electromagnetic Properties of the Rudrksha Beads improve concentration, focus and mental stamina. Due to these same properties it was found that wearing these Beads around the heart reduced and controlled stress levels, blood pressure and hypertension resulting in the feeling of tranquility and calmness. Rudraksha Beads were found to be ideal for focused Meditation and other Spiritual Practices.
Historically the positive effects that have been exhibited in the wearers Neurophysiology, Personality and Physical Health has resulted in their being used widely in the Eastern Cultures of India, China and Japan by Hindus, Buddhists and followers of Zen
It is remarkable to consider that natural beads of vegetable matter from the Rudraksha Tree affect the human neurophysioligy as described in Vedic Literature however recent scientific research has again found Vedic Knowledge to be correct.
Though the powers of Rudraksha have been known as a phenomenon for thousands of years in Vedic Knowledge. It is only since the late 1980s that they have become more prominent, particularly after the research done by a group of scientists lead by Dr. Subas Rai PHD of the Institute of Technology University in Banares India.
A combined study to research the Biomedical Implications of Rudraksha was conducted with the Departments of Biochemistry, Electrical Engineering, Psychiatry, General Medicine and Psychology. This study proved and documented the powers and effects of Rudraksha Beads scientifically with reproducible results.
Research has proven that Rudraksha have powerful Electromagnetic, Paramagnetic and Inductive Properties that vary from the different Mukhis or facets. (The different number of divisions found on the surface of each Bead). They also found that wearing or performing Japa with a particular Mukhi or set of Mukhis of the Rudraksha Beads created specific electrical impulses that are sent to the brain through the process of galvanic skin response stimulating certain brain centers that transfer information
This Bioelectric stimulation affects the Biochemical system in the brain creating a positive impact on the activity of neurotransmitters, dopamine and serotonin levels that is evidenced by the positive transformation in the personality, mindset, outlook, charisma and the confidence of the wearer.
It was also found that those wearing Rudraksha Beads were able to experience reduced stress reaction to unexpected levels that were normally possible only with continued doses of tranquilizers.
In scientific terms the Rudraksha Beads are Dielectric as they store electrical energy and they have permanent magnetic properties that change with the different Mukhi Beads. The complete list of all the properties found inherent in the Rudaksha Beads includes Electromagnetism, Paramagnetism, Diamagnetism and Dynamic Polarity or the ability to change polarity.
When Rudraksha Beads are worn over the heart and Rudraksa Malas are revolved in Japa they interface and integrate with the human body at a silent subtle level of Consciousness. Due to their dielectric and magnetic properties the Rudraksa Beads initiate and effect positive change in our Neurophysiology.
The Rudraksa Effect brings the wearer into the Alpha State of present moment living that all Spiritual Disciplines teach as the path to self empowerment, fearless life, Enlightenment and Liberation.
The Alpha State produced in the brain boosts the confidence and inner strength of the wearer significantly and as a result the heart beat, circulation, function of endocrine glands and activity of neurons and respiration is normalized in the physical body.
Supporting scientific evidence for these statements are again found in the published research papers by Dr. Subas Rai describing the beneficial powers of Rudraksa by virtue of electrical and magnetic properties that affect our Central Nervous System, Autonomic, Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Nervous Systems and other organ systems in toto.
It was proven that wearing of Rudraksha controlled heartbeat and had a positive effect on Blood Pressure, Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Palpitations and Lack of Concentration. It was also found that Rudraksha Beads have anti ageing properties based on their Electromagnetism.
Generations who have worn authentic Rudraksha Beads have repeatedly confirmed they have experienced considerable relief from the debilitating effects of high blood pressure, stress, hypertension, depression and other mind related problems including neurotic conditions leading Eastern Cultures and Traditions to attribute this relief of pain and suffering to the wearing of the Tears of Lord Siva.
In the evolution of spiritual consciousness The Holy Rudraksha Beads are based in the Absolute Field of Consciousness and manifest in the Relative Field as and eternal triggering mechanism to be recognized by the Mankind and the Womankind as we awaken to higher states of consciousness in each lifetime.
The Srimaddevibhagavat 11th Skand Chapter V parts 25 and 26 state.
According to Jabala instinct for wearing Rudraksha results only after attaining the perfection of Vedas and Blessings of Lord Siva during preceding births.
Interpretation of this Knowledge reflects the existence of a memory of Rudraksa in our spiritual evolution from past lifetimes that can be triggered in a present lifetime.
In our experience we have seen the initial Rudraksha Effect triggered by the mere reading of the word Rudraksha in print or the physical sight or touch of a Rudraksha Bead.
We have found this triggered memory affects men and women and children and runs throughout many populations in the world from 4 years of age in India to people in their 50s and older in the United States and Europe. When those who are waking up to higher states of consciousness and remembering on higher levels recognize the Rudraksha there is an unexplained need experienced to have Rudraksha in their lives again.
In addition to the general purpose Rudraksha Beads the Vedic Puranas show there are more powerful Rudraksha Beads from 1 Mukhi to 21 Mukhi each capable of aligning our mind and the positive energies around us to specific aspects of health, happiness, spiritual fulfillment, prosperity, creativity, intuitive ability, material fulfillment, family harmony, attraction, self empowerment and fearless life.
The Srimaddevibhagavat gives us the needed explanation from Vedic Knowledge regarding the unexplained attraction to Rudraksha and modern day science shows us how The Rudraksha Effect can help all the Mankind function and perform better leading to a happy, healthy and more successful life.
Lokaa Samasta Sukhino Bhavantu Let the entire world be Happy.
Om NamaSivaya Jaya Guru Deva Jai Guru Dev
S R DharmaDeva Arya
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SENUEN'S THAI FRIED RICE-by the Crystal Deva
Senuen is my sister in law from Thailand. She has taught me many yummy traditional Thai recipes; this one is for fried rice. Being I am a vegetarian I do not add meat, but I suppose one can add cooked chicken or pork?
(I am sure that at least a few of you live in a remote area where there is not an oriental type food store. To cook 'the kind' Thai food, you must have the proper ingredients, I managed to find this website who offers and ships the same brands as I use in my cooking.
http://importfood.com/)
Ingredients:
2 cups Jasmine White Rice, Rose Brand or something similar will do.
Firstly, you must rinse the rice in cold water; this removes the gummy part of the rice that sticks. Rinse 3 times or until water is clear. (this is a secret step and should always be done when cooking white rice; it prevents your rice from ending up in a ball of sticky white goo!) OK, with me so far?? Place on high burner until it boils, turn heat down to low and cook for ten minutes, DO NOT STIR! Check every so often and when the water appears to be evaporated, the rice is done, simply set aside leaving the lid on. Yes, you can use a rice cooker that is much easier. I use a heavy cast iron Dutch oven type of pot that was my Grammas, makes the rice taste even better J
1 large carrot- chopped up into match size pieces, the smaller the carrots the quicker they to sauté.
3 garlic cloves or more minced
3 mushrooms chopped finely
1 bunch of green onions- chopped
1 packet of already cooked and spiced Tofu, chopped. Now available at most supermarkets.
1 cup of frozen corn
3 eggs- beaten
½ cup dark sweet soy sauce, the brand is in Thai so not sure what it is, but you can buy it at the above link, just go to the sauce page.
¼ cup fish sauce
¼ cup white sugar
tamari or soy sauce to add the salty flavor
How to:
In large frying pan, once again I use a large cast iron because once you use them enough; they develop a non-stick surface that does not scratch! (better than any of those so-called non-stick Teflon surfaces) And they give off traces of the mineral Iron, which I need being a vegetarian.....I believe in simple things, cast iron is inexpensive, you can find it at yard sales, and you never have to replace it! OK, enough of that, I think you get the picture.
Pour some light olive oil into your pan and coat the entire bottom. Place burner on high; once the oil is hot add the carrots and garlic. Sauté for a few minutes then add the mushrooms, green onions and cut up tofu. Stir and sauté for a few minutes more. Add the corn and cook for another minute. Now slide the veggies over to the side of the pan and add the egg, scramble in pan until done and mix with the rest of the veggies in the pan.
Time to add the cooked rice to the veggies in the large pan. Look the rice over; you may not wish to add it all..... Now pour the sauces and sugar over the rice and gently fold. Turn the heat off. I like to use that hot and spicy Sriracha Chili Sauce over the fried rice to add a bit of heat! That is it, a super yummy one-course meal that will fill your tummy and your soul.
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SPIRITUAL CONNECTION-
Cherish the Moment
IF I HAD MY LIFE TO LIVE OVER
I would have invited friends over to dinner even if the carpet was stained and the sofa faded.
I would have eaten the popcorn in the "GOOD" living room and worried much less about the dirt
when someone wanted to light a fire in the fireplace.
I would have taken the time listen to my grandfather ramble about his youth.
I would never have insisted the car windows be rolled up on a summer day because my hair had just
been teased and sprayed.
I would have burned the pink candle sculpted like a rose before it melted in storage.
I would have sat on the lawn with my children and not worried about grass stains.
I would have cried and laughed less while watching television and more while watching life.
I would have gone to bed when I was sick instead of pretending the earth would go into a holding pattern if I weren't there for the day.
I would never have bought anything just because it was practical, wouldn't show soil or was guaranteed
to last a lifetime.
Instead of wishing away nine months of pregnancy, I'd have cherished every moment realizing that the wonderment growing inside me was the only chance in life to assist God in a miracle.
When my kids kissed me impetuously, I would never have said, "Later. Now go get washed up for dinner."
There would have been more "I love you's" and more "I'm sorry's"..but mostly, given another shot at life, I would seize every minute....look at it and really see it..live it ... and never give it back.
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