If you go into the offices of Gaia.com, you are greeted by massive crystals. which stand in all parts of the building. They feel that it enhances their work and creates the right atmosphere for work. On their website, they say: “Whether an amethyst or smoky quartz, these crystals inspire employees to stay connected with the metaphysical forces of life”. And it’s not just Gaia.com who do this. More and more people are tuning in to the power of crystals, so if you want to know how to start using crystals in your spiritual practice, we’ve created a beginner’s guide […]
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The Amazing Power of Gratitude in Spiritual Practice
Gratitude plays a bigger role in spiritual practice than most people realise. I’ve seen in my own life, and with others on their spiritual paths, that being thankful can truly change the way I feel, handle challenges, and grow as a person. When I actively weave gratitude into my spiritual routine, (which I do every day by the way), everything feels lighter, more meaningful, and connected. In this article, I’m going to share my insights and practical advice on the amazing power of gratitude in spiritual practice, why it matters, how to begin, and what to expect as benefits along […]
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Starting Breathwork: Learn To Breathe Again!
Breathing – we all do it no matter what our age, religion, gender or culture! It’s truly the vital thing that gives us life. We can survive for approximately 3 weeks without food before we really start feeling the effects, 3 days without water and about 3 minutes without breathing! Breathing is truly our life-giving power and yet so many of us don’t give it any thought at all. Starting breathwork is a great way to add to your meditation practice above and beyond just closing your eyes and clearing your mind. In this article, you’ll learn about the benefits […]
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Benefits Of Reducing Stress: Healing Body, Mind, And Soul
Stress is a natural response to challenging situations and we have been living with stress since we first learned to walk! Our bodies need a certain level of stress to protect us in challenging situations. They react to stress by releasing hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol, which prepare us to face a threat. This is often termed the “fight, flight or freeze” response and is crucial for survival to get us out of those sticky situations. However, if our stress levels are too high for too long, then this response can have a detrimental effect and can become harmful […]
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Manifestation Techniques: Unlocking Your Power To Create Your Reality
Manifestation is the idea that we can all bring our desires into reality through focused intention, belief, and action and helping you to manifest the life you really want is the purpose of this entire website. From ancient spiritual traditions to modern personal development methodologies, manifestation techniques have evolved. There are now several manifestation techniques that offer practical tools for anyone seeking to harness the power of their thoughts and energy. Below, we explore some of the most effective manifestation techniques, the pioneers who developed or popularised them, and how you can use them in your own daily life. The […]
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Yoga Nidra For Beginners
Yoga Nidra for Beginners Yoga Nidra, also known as “yogic sleep,” is a powerful meditation and relaxation technique that has been practised for thousands of years. It involves entering a state of conscious relaxation that lies between wakefulness and sleep, allowing you to access deeper states of awareness and healing. In this article on Yoga Nidra for beginners, we will explore its origins, benefits, and a step by step method for you to practice. Enjoy the experience. Origins of Yoga Nidra Yoga Nidra has its roots in ancient Indian traditions and scriptures, including the Upanishads and Tantras. Swami Satyananda Saraswati, […]
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Yoga for Beginners Over 50: How to Start Practising
If you are here, you want to start practising yoga, but chances are you may still feel hesitant to do it. Completely understandable! Here in the West, we see pictures of yogis who are fit and young all the time. And this makes people believe that that is how you need to look to practice yoga. But if you are looking for yoga for beginners over 50, then this article will show you how you can start practising. If you hear yourself say, “I don’t think I can do that. Maybe yoga isn’t for me”, then throw that belief out […]
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Beginner’s Guide To Meditation And Its Benefits
Meditation is something that everyone can do, at most times of the day and it can have a wonderful effect not only on your mental health but also on your physical health as well. There are many benefits to meditation which have been recognised by researchers over the years. When we are stressed for example, our bodies go into the classic ‘fight or flight’ mode and there is an increase in hormones such as cortisol, adrenaline (aka epinephrine) and noradrenaline. These raised hormone levels can affect heart rate and blood pressure putting the body into a state or ‘stress’. This […]
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How To Do Affirmations That Work: Top 10 Tips for Achieving Success
How To Do Affirmations That Work Many people like the idea of doing affirmations in order to get what they want out of their life. In fact, a few years ago it was all the rage to do what came to be known as ‘cosmic ordering’ in which people thought they should write a list of the things they wanted in life and then affirm that they had them by being positive and saying things like “I am in a relationship with a man with blonde hair” or “I have a million dollars” or “I am driving a new red […]
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How to have a positive thoughts day: starting your day the right way
The way you start your day is important – everyone knows that. Starting off in a good mood helps you get through the day with a smile. There are sayings that talk about it – we say someone is ‘on top of the morning” meaning someone is happy; or conversely “they got out of the wrong side of the bed” when referring to someone who appears to be in a bad mood. But how many of us truly pay attention to how we start the day and what it means for the rest of our day? How many of us […]
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