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- Discovering Spiritual Gifts
From the age of about 12, I began "hearing" and seeing things that I no longer could deny was actual. I heard phrases and statements that I completely did not understand, but was insisted that I write down and illustrate in some cases. It was as if I were running around the house with a water bucket, attempting to catch words falling from the ceiling. I scribbled, typed and drew as fast as I possibly could until I were made to go to bed. I then secretly went back to my drawing pads to continue as I felt that the words would crash to the ground like glass if I were to ignore. I became anxious of what would happen if I did, so I continued. I didn't know why this was happening or when it would stop. It made me nervous and I honestly wished it would leave me alone. Of course as I grew older, it became something that guided me into a far better person. One with strange abilities than those around me didn't seem to have, and I had to learn to keep it to myself. Over time, I started learning that I just KNEW things about others that were not obvious as they were to me. I saw transparent information around people, such as how they felt about things, brothers and sisters, parents and even their animal people. It was as if people came with a package of information like a backpack that revealed the basics of their lives. Unfortunately, along with the good thoughts of others came the bad. I had a teen crush on a girl in school that I saw on occasion. Upon one of my meetings with her, I had drawn a sketch to impress her. I clearly saw her mind look up from the drawing and think "Awe, that is so sweet but I am not interested in this pizza face boy." The sound of her mind rang in my ears for what seemed years. It was at this moment that I realized that having the ability to read people is a double-edged sword in that you cannot have the good truth without the harsh truth. As interesting and helpful as this might seem, it bothered me on all levels. Even as a young teen, I often contemplated if I were mentally unstable. At night, I would see someone standing at the foot of my bed, and call them out to my dad. It was absolutely shocking to me to discover that he could not see them as well. I mean, this was my protector, my idol, my dad. And all he could say is "Turn out the lights and nothing can see you in the dark, especially anyone you THINK you are seeing." All this explanation as they stared on patiently waiting for me to get back to it when my parents left my room. My mother would discover my drawing pads and writings and question with great disturbance in her voice, "why are you copying this stuff and where are you copying it from?" she would insist. I told her that I wrote them myself to her dismay. She attempted to dismiss the whole question repeatedly until she would read subjects about love and sometimes intense passion. "how could you possibly understand these things about love? You are 12 years old!" she proclaimed of my ignorance. I actually had no idea myself. I heard the bright people explaining things to me and it was simply what I did so they would eventually stop. There were no questions of it being right or wrong, only if I did or did not. ASCENDING SCALE I recall being in the second grade. Teachers would usher me out of my home room class, usually instigated by my favorite Mrs. Bell. They would sit me down in an area reserved for unique learning needs and handicapped children. Mrs. Bell would introduce me to the teacher of another grade in which I had never met, and ask me strange adult questions about their personal lives. "Do you see Mrs. whomever's son getting into a particular college?" Or "Is Mrs. whomever's husband spending time with another woman?" It seemed the more I answered them, the more often they came around with more questions. They always had the same peculiar expressions on their faces throughout. At one point, I had a music teacher that was particularly interested in my answers I had been giving the teachers. She took me to her room littered with instruments and posters of composers in which I didn't have a clue about. She turned out the lights and asked me to relax. She said "I want to lead you through a creative exercise and just see what happens." So she began. She guided me through a series of techniques with the intention of letting go of my physical body, focusing on my spiritual self. I recall everything turning white as I drifted higher and higher as my body grew heavier. We eventually arrived at a stopping place where I was to identify those in my spiritual view, and what they were saying.I told her I was there with a tall, glowing man and 2 female angels. She asked me several questions about me, them and then her. I can not remember the nature of or the questions she had prepared, but one answer made a gentle and distracting gasp to her mouth. I would not find out until about 15 years later what that answer was. We returned me to my physical body and then to my homeroom class, all with a strange expression on her face. I saw Mrs. Bell and her exchange in conversation and at one point both looked directly at me in surprise. More on all that later. Mrs. Bell took me aside that day after class. She sat me down in my little plastic blue chair with little black metal legs. She told me "you are very special young man. Can you bring me some of the things you like to write and draw at home?" And so I did. This went on for years, until I moved on to another. This was the first person to encourage that I share this type of information, as well as continue catching them into my collection of frantic water buckets. I guess for that alone, I owe her thanks to my success, my understanding, and experiences gained due to the place on her path that she was. Wherever you are Mrs. Bell, I want to thank you for releasing the chains that attempted to bind me. Visit this blog regularly for the continuing story. #spiritual #meditation #spirituality
- What is Reiki?
One of the most powerful things I learned upon my soul's journey was a single profound concept that carried into all others. Our soul's energy makeup is not limited to the outer shell of our body. This is true, proven and a scientific fact. Our souls, comprised of energy provided and connected to the higher source is able to move, change, and expand beyond the skin of our body. This concept alone changes EVERYTHING. Our personal energy having the means to extend outside of our own affords us the ability to heal and influence those around us. There are many resources about how the soul's energy can create such influence in our material world, including NASA astronaut Edgar Mitchell, the lunar module pilot of Apollo 14 mission. Mitchell conducted many empirical experiments based on energy influence on things around us including plants, animals and people. These are documented in his published books including "Psychic Exploration" and "The Way of the Explorer." As incredible a notion of soul's unlimited boundaries, is the fact that we can become an instrument to "channel" healing energy from the higher source, into another person. Reiki healing for instance, "A healing technique based on the principle that the therapist can channel energy into the patient to activate the natural healing processes of the patient's body and restore physical and emotional well-being" is an example of this. I myself am a Reiki practitioner, however I have seen many natural born healers have the ability to use Reiki energy for influencing the better wellness of others. To truly harness the talent of a Reiki practitioner or master, one should seek out a true Reiki teacher. One of the most incredible things I experienced about Reiki, is that it is a "dynamic" healing technique. This meaning that when Reiki healing energy produced and channeled from the higher source enters the body of a receiver, the healing energy travels to the areas in need of healing regardless of the entry point. This makes Reiki intelligent, dynamic and exciting to work with as a healing therapy. Reiki is nondenominational. You can practice any religion and still use and benefit from Reiki. Reiki Founder Mikao Usui was influenced by the religions of his country, but Reiki isn't associated with any religion, and people of all faiths and beliefs are Reiki practitioners. Quickly stated, Reiki practitioners undergo a series of learning procedures and levels called "attunements" whereas the practitioners body is spiritually and physically adjusted in a way that better receives and passes along Reiki healing energy. I personally went through major physical changes as well as obvious spiritual ones as I became a Reiki practitioner. Reiki is becoming a very popular technique that hands-on service providers are adopting worldwide, including nurses, massage therapists and other professions whereas one on one contact and healing are the intended outcome. I highly suggest searching for a very reputable source if interested in becoming a Reiki practitioner or "Reiki Master," and research both cost and teacher lineage if available. I would also shy away from simply using an online video to learn something this sacred and powerfully life changing. I would suggest a teacher that can actually "experience" your Reiki energy levels as you learn the technique. Something a video can not do as far as I know to date ; ). View My Blog for Other Spiritual Topics and Relevant Stories #reiki #alternativemedicine #healing #therapy #energy #healingtechniques
- Meditation: Stilling the Mind
I have had many meditation friends say "I have begun the process of meditating, but I simply cannot slow down my thoughts and relax." TECHNIQUE FOR SLOWING DOWN THE MIND FOR MEDITATION. When it comes to the basic principles of meditation, being quiet and still is paramount. IN FACT, IT IS A MUST. Everyone beginning the process of meditation has gone through the same process of calming the mind and soul to better focus. Here is a wonderful technique I was taught to regain control over my mediations when daily thoughts and emotions were disrupting my peaceful mind. BEGIN Find yourself relaxing in a peaceful and comfortable seated position. If you tend to fall asleep while stilling the mind, play some relaxing music without lyrics. Visualize yourself on the center stage of a large outdoor amphitheater under the peaceful stars. Visualize as you sit centered upon the stage, that there is a back stage on either side as you face out toward the empty seats of the theater. As you sit in appreciation of this relaxing setting, imagine that topics, emotions and/or thoughts that push their way into your mediation session are now forced to line up in a single line on either side of the back stage wings. Give each permission only one at a time, to come onto the stage with you and present themselves. Now make a decision for each. One by one, look at the thought, emotion or topic. Consider if this one is something that is needs to remain, or if it doesn't have a need to remain. If it is a negative, insecure or fearful thought - then cast it out to space to never return. Allow the starts to now have that energy. If it needs to remain, send it behind to your backstage, behind the curtain for the appropriate time. Do this one by one, really considering each thought form that feels it should command your attention. Then either send it away, or send it back stage. END You will find sometimes in the same sitting, or sometimes after weeks of sittings - your thinking mind has been taught to be controlled by YOU rather than THEM, your thoughts. And even further in your practice, you will find this particularly useful when you realize that your thoughts are responsible for manifesting your own reality. And that thoughts are powerful things and thoughts and visualizations BECOME YOUR REALITY CREATED BY NO OTHER THAN YOU. Amazing things await you and congratulations on the progress of your path! #meditation #meditationforbeginner #stressmanagement #alternativetherapy #restore #heart #conciousness #ascend
- Coffee Talk on Wellness
PODCAST: Vibrant Health Guru Gunther Mueller discusses one of the world's most popular beverages - Coffee! Listen for what Andrew Salisbury has to say about our health and our love for coffee. Vibrant Health Guru Gunther Mueller discusses one of the world's most popular beverages - Coffee! Listen for what Andrew Salisbury has to say about our health and our love for coffee. #coffee #coffeehealth #healthgurus #gunthermueller #podcast
- Pet Questions? I'm Here to Help.
I'm so excited to do this! I'm going to keep my first post short, I'd just like to introduce myself. My name is Aaron Stewart and I'm the owner of The Educated Dog. I'll be posting things about how we can keep our dogs both mentally and physically healthy and happy. Things like what we feed them, how we feed them. I certainly want to talk about their two most basic needs, leadership and constructive exercise, why it's so important. I look forward to posting my first video on this subject soon.
- SMALL Everyday Changes Bring BIG Results!
While marketing for top level medical professionals and companies for over 25 years, one this has stood out probably more than any other ... making SMALL, everyday life adjustments bring HUGE results. This can be in the area of what we consume, the movement or exercise we choose, or the positive attitude we take. Each and every one of these major life elements slightly adjusted, can change our overall living quality in a tremendous way. We spoke with TV and Radio Show host and doctor of doctors, Dr. Derrick DeSilva, Jr. of his suggestions in this video: #smallchangesbigresults #food #health #wellness #healthandwellness #mywellnessbynature #derrickdesilva #commonsensesupplements @commonsensesupplements @homeandlifestyletv @mywellnessbynature
- Helping Dogs To Be Mentally Healthy And Happy.
Pet Expert to the Stars, Aaron Stewart shares insights about how to help man's best friend stay happy and healthy. #pets #healthy #pethealth #aaronstewart
- Your Dog's Hygiene.
Pet Expert to the stars, Aaron Stewart shares insights about dog hygiene, how to know if they have poor hygiene and how to improve it. #pets #pethealth #pethygiene #aaronstewart
- Helping our dogs with their aches and pains.
Pet Expert to the Stars, Aaron Stewart shares about ways to help your pet with aches and pains feel better. #pets #pain #painrelief #painmanagement #aaronstewart









