Your higher self is speaking to you all of the time. But for many of us, we live in a crazily fast paced world, where technology increasingly dictates our lifestyle.
Cell phones and texting, traffic on the increase, Facebook /Twitter and the speed of response at work all takes its toll on us. With so much going on, it is not surprising that you can barely hear the whispering of your own higher self which calls out to you.
Let me ask you a question: Are you ready to listen? If you choose to become more aware of your inner-guidance, then it is important that you learn to relax the body as well as the mind. When the body is in a state of calmness, the mind will eventually become still. It is in this state of total relaxation that clarity can be found, as well as forging a stronger connection with your own core being.
Meditation is one of the key tools that will help you integrate your body, mind, and spirit to become centred and grounded – to become one. This promotes a state of balance. You will feel more capable of dealing with your busy schedule, and over time, meditation will alleviate some of the tensions that you may be holding inside your body. Once these tensions are eliminated, it is often the case that associated minor ailments can disappear too.
The body and the mind are in a state of constant interaction. The process of blending your body and mind, using meditation, will ultimately make it difficult to differentiate the two. In other words, you will have reached the state of oneness. When you achieve this state, you will be free to explore more of your spirit and discover a deeper understanding of your “true self.” The more you connect with your spirit, the more you are likely to remember your divine nature. You will discover who you really are, and realize that you are always connected to the universal energies that are always present to help, guide and support you.
I encourage you to start meditating as much as possible in the same place and at the same time every day. By doing so, you will increase the peaceful energy vibrations within and around you. These feelings will continue to build up over time, so that when you walk back into your meditation place, you will feel that positive energy, and it will become easier and quicker to enter a state of relaxation and meditation.
The following is a meditation exercise for you to try…
Close your eyes and just simply focus on your breath. Take your time. With each breath in, it will bring more and more relaxation, and with each exhalation, I want you to let go of all stresses and tension. Try this for five minutes, focusing on the regular rhythm of your breathing. You will become increasingly relaxed with each breath. Just let it happen. Let it all go and relax. If your mind starts to wander, that’s OK, just focus back on your breath. If thoughts come in, acknowledge them and then acknowledge them as they leave again. Notice how it feels to be completely relaxed. Continue to focus on your breath, while you let the mind chatter slow down and fade away.
Now, in your mind’s eye, which is located between your eyebrows (known as ‘The Third Eye’), I want you to imagine a symbol of your choosing. It can be a flower, a religious figure or icon, a single word, or whatever is pleasing to you. Make it your own special symbol, one that you use every time you meditate. At this point, just focus without straining on your chosen symbol. Now slowly inhale using your breath, but this time bring your awareness up to your Third Eye as you focus on your symbol. It is almost as if you are breathing in and out through this centre. Do this for another five minutes. If your mind wanders – just return your focus back to the breath and your symbol.
During this relaxed state, it is a perfect time to ask your higher-self for an answer to a specific question. You may get the answer in any number of ways. You may see an image, a scene, or beautiful colors. Equally, your spirit guides or angels may make themselves known to you. The answer may not be immediate and sometimes it may come to you a few days later. Alternatively, you may be at the right place at the right time to receive your answer immediately.
After about 15 minutes, wriggle your fingers as you bring your awareness back to your body, and start to bring yourself back so that you become aware of the room around you. Remain seated for a moment and allow your consciousness to fully absorb your meditation, so you remember how calm you felt now that you have achieved the process of calming the mind. In this peaceful state, anything is possible!
