Reincarnation and the journey of the soul

Reincarnation: The Past Revisited Belief in reincarnation, the idea that an essential part of a living being can survive death and later be reborn in a new body, is an ancient doctrine that has persisted for thousands of years. Reincarnation is believed to occur when the soul or spirit, after the death of the body, comes back to Earth in a newborn body. Reincarnation is an intrinsic part of many Native American and Inuit traditions. Reincarnation beliefs of North American Indians : soul journeys, metamorphoses, and near-death experiences. Reincarnation research is a branch of parapsychology that seeks to support the existence of reincarnation.

Death

At the death of one personality, a new one comes into being, much as the flame of a dying candle can serve to light the flame of another. Thus consciousness is a continuous birth and death of mind-states: rebirth is the persistence of this process. There can be no form of transmitting conscious memory from one life to another, since it belongs to the world of illusion and dissolves at death. Although it is not clear what actually survives after death in this case, it mentions a mental body that cannot be injured by the visions experienced by the deceased:. The human person has a soul which will live on after physical death. So it must be considered an exception both to the natural process of death, and to the rule of reincarnation. " What happens in death is this: the Thetan (spirit) finds itself without a body (which has died) and then it goes looking for a new body. Channeling, like past life regression, is distinct from reincarnation, even though it is based on the same essential concept: death does not put an end to the entirety of one's being.

People and Other Life Times

We all have destiny and karmic lessons to learn in each life time and if we do not learn them in a present life time we will reincarnate to learn them again and again. Once we learn the lesson we do have a choice of whether or not to reincarnate or to move on to a higher level of consciousness .

The people who are presently in our lives are those that we have been with in past life times and explains why you meet someone or have someone in your life that just rubs you the wrong way but you don’t understand why that is…it’s due to a past life time where this soul has caused you some kind of grief or heartache. It also can be said that those we are very drawn to or feel love feelings for and have the feeling of meeting before but not knowing where, is a connection to a past life time where you possibly were married to the soul .

The bottom line is that we are all here for a reason and one reason only ; to learn and to love and to be the best that we can be to ourselves and to others.

More studies on this subject is to come in the near future.

Money Issues, Worry, Anxiety, Help for Sickness

I have a dear friend who I knew as a little girl who is having so many issues right now that I have decided to do some research on special novena's that can be said for help in the areas of money issues, anxiety and wanting peace, and healing of sickness. I have already given the novena for St. Raphael who is an Archangel of the sick which is listed in an earlier post so I won't repeat that one.

I ask that you remember my friend in your prayers and perhaps you can say one of the novena's for her. If your wanting to say one specifically to help her with her worries then I would say the one for the worry and anxiety novena.

If your going to say the novena for the two men, Andrew & Mark, then use the novena to St. Raphael.

Of course, feel free to say them for yourselves since they are for everyone's use.

May God Bless you all.


Novena to Saint Claire For Business and TWO other impossible situations

Pray whether you believe or not and promise to publish or circulate.
Ask for 3 favours: 1 business and 2 impossible.Say 9 Hail Mary's and the following prayer for 9 nights in front of a lighted candle,
God of mercy you inspired St. Claire with the love of poverty by the help of her prayers. May we follow Christ in poverty of spirit and come to the joyful vision of your glory in the kingdom of heaven. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ your son who lives and reigns with the Holy Spirit, One God forever and ever. Amen


How to Ask Saint Expeditus for Help with Money Problems


Write out your specific money problem on a piece of paper.
Place a picture of Saint Expeditus on a windowsill and place some coins in a cup next to the picture. (find one on the internet, I'm sure there are some)
Say one of the following prayers:
For a specific money problem (the one written on paper)

"Saint Expeditus,
"Please pray to God to help me to obtain enough financial resources so that I may live peacefully content. Let my heart be full and may my needs be few. Amen."


Prayer For Peace of Mind which can be said as much or as little as you feel is necessary

Saint Francis Xavier Cabrini
FORTIFY me with the grace of Your Holy Spirit
and give Your peace to my soul
that I may be free from all needless anxiety,
solicitude and worry.
Help me to desire always
that which is pleasing and acceptable to You
so that Your will may be my will.
Amen

Learn ALL about Meditation - What it is, How To Do It

Meditation, hypnosis and biofeedback-induced relaxation are a few of the techniques used with relaxation training. Meditation has been practiced for thousands of years. Meditation originally was meant to help deepen understanding of the sacred and mystical forces of life. Meditation has been one of the core spiritual practices undertaken by the Jains since the era of first Tirthankar Lord Rishabha. Meditation can give you a sense of calm, peace and balance that benefits both your emotional well-being and your overall health. Meditation can help carry you more calmly through your day and improve certain medical conditions.

Meditation

Meditation is a simple technique that if practiced for as few as 10 minutes per day can help you control stress, decrease anxiety, improve cardiovascular health, and achieve a greater capacity for relaxation. Meditation is a holistic discipline by which the practitioner attempts to get beyond the reflexive, "thinking" mind into a deeper state of relaxation or awareness. Meditation is sometimes described as "listening to the silence between thoughts". Meditation has been defined as: "self regulation of attention, in the service of self-inquiry, in the here and now. Meditation can be practiced while walking or doing simple repetitive tasks. Meditation means 'To be free of measurement' " and ". Meditation has also been studied specifically for its effects on stress. Meditation can also help us to understand our own mind. Meditation can give you a sense of calm, peace and balance that benefits both your emotional well-being and your overall health. When you meditate, you clear away the information overload that builds up every day and contributes to your stress. Meditation and illness Many healthy people use meditation as a way to relax the body and reduce stress. Meditation is a safe and simple way to balance a person's physical, emotional, and mental states. Meditation using mindfulness is the most practical way to meditate. Meditation is usually practiced in a quiet place with as few distractions as possible. Meditation is a three step process that leads to a state of consciousness that brings serenity, clarity, and bliss. Meditation is a practice of concentrated focus upon a sound, object, visualization, the breath, movement, or attention itself in order to increase awareness of the present moment, reduce stress, promote relaxation, and enhance personal and spiritual growth.


Breath

We sit with our eyes partially closed and turn our attention to our breathing. We breathe naturally, preferably through the nostrils, without attempting to control our breath, and we try to become aware of the sensation of the breath as it enters and leaves the nostrils. There will be a great temptation to follow the different thoughts as they arise, but we should resist this and remain focused single-pointedly on the sensation of the breath. If we discover that our mind has wandered and is following our thoughts, we should immediately return it to the breath. We should repeat this as many times as necessary until the mind settles on the breath. Even though breathing meditation is only a preliminary stage of meditation, it can be quite powerful. Just by doing breathing meditation for ten or fifteen minutes each day, we will be able to reduce this stress. This study found that many experiences of Pure Consciousness were associated with periods of natural respiratory suspension, and that during these respiratory suspension periods individuals displayed higher mean EEG coherence over all frequencies and brain areas, in contrast to control periods where subjects voluntarily held their breath.


Meditation Tools

There are many ways that you can get the help you need to get you started especially if you are a beginner. Some people can do this strictly by listening to nice soothing music (without words) and you can train your mind, and body to just “drift”.

I highly suggest guided meditation music where the listener is guided into the steps of meditation by voice and music together and helps to get you started. This is how I started out when I first learned how to meditate.

Some can simply focus on one object and let their minds go adrift . There is no right way or wrong way. It just depends on how comfortable you are.

If you choose the guided meditation method; there are many available CD, or MP3, Ipod players that you can download and so I highly recommend that you do a search on this subject.


**Although meditation is an aid to help you feel better it is by no means is a replacement for traditional medical treatment. It’s meant to be added to your treatment.**

Life Problems, Health, Troubles? Raphael Can Help!

Health Problems, Travel, Unhappy Life? Raphael Can Help!

Saint Raphael, the Archangel; healing domain is all encompassing, physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and energetic health. Raphael is a steadfast and devoted angelic ally who will provide healing support to any/all those who call upon him. Raphael will also release spirits and clear negative thought forms from our energy and environments. Raphael’s angelic energy is typically seen as emerald green and his presence inspires confidence and trust. Raphael is an awesome Archangel, an all encompassing celestial guardian who is absolutely devoted to our experiencing a healthy and happy life.

Raphael is the first of the 4 Great Archangels, and Master of the Powers of Light. Raphael the Archangel is one of seven Archangels who stand before the Lord. Raphael will guide, inspire and mentor us toward realizing and experiencing our personal intentions for health and well being. Raphael is an Angelic Ally for those who desire freedom from addictions and cravings. Raphael will guide and inspire us to practice healthy habits that are supportive of our optimum health, happiness and well being. Raphael also teaches us that what ever healing we are seeking, be it emotional, physical, mental, spiritual or financial, we must do our bit by creating a channel through which the healing can flow. Raphael also seeks to help us get in touch with the shadow side of ourselves so that we may bring it into the light. Raphael knows that the shadow exists because we all fear that is what we really are and not the goodness and light that he knows is our true nature. Raphael seeks to encourage each and every one of us to spend some time simply getting to know our own shadows. Raphael seeks to teach us that forgiveness does not mean that the action or deed that was done to us or others was right, but that forgiveness really means we refuse to carry such a heavy load of anger, resentment and pain any longer. Raphael will, if you but ask, help you to find the appropriate healers and tools that would be most beneficial for you at this time. Raphael will bring you the answers and even though they may not be the ones you want to hear, trust that Raphael will also show you how to resolve these things so that you can heal and move on in your life.

Archangel

Archangels are responsible for ministering to humans, considered somewhat like “manager angels,“ Archangels oversee the responsibilities of Guardian Angels and the other Celestial Light Beings that act as our guardians and guides. Each Archangel has specific qualities that distinguish their characteristics and their specific angelic responsibilities. This Archangel is dedicated to our realizing and maintaining our True and Natural State of Wellness, helping us to Remember that our True Essence is Healthy, Whole and Complete. Upon our invitation, Archangel Raphael will also work with us personally and directly toward self- healing.

Healing

Always honoring the Law of Free Will, he will lend healing inspiration and divine guidance to those responsible for our healthcare, providing guidance toward realizing our optimum health and well being. He will assist in the reawakening of our own natural healing abilities, as well as to remind us that through our Oneness with the Divine Universal Source, we are One with the Power of Miraculous Healing. " Archangel Raphael is the archangel that supervises healers and healing for all Earth’s population. It’s sensible for everyone to call upon Archangel Raphael for his help in healing. He will somehow inspire you with sudden ideas and thoughts giving you just the right information to help the healing. When asked for healing assistance, Raphael surrounds and nurtures people with the emerald green light of his halo. Green is the color of healing and clairvoyant people may see emerald green sparkles when Raphael is around.

Novena To St Raphael Archangel

The Novena Prayer to Saint Raphael (must be said for nine consecutive days.)

Glorious Archangel Saint Raphael,
great prince of the heavenly court,
you are illustrious
for your gifts of wisdom and grace.
You are a guide of those who journey
by land or sea or air,
consoler of the afflicted,
and refuge of sinners.
I beg you,
assist me in all my needs
and in all the sufferings of this life,
as once you helped
the young Tobias on his travels.
Because you are the medicine of God,
I humbly pray you to heal the many infirmities
of my soul and the ills that afflict my body.
I especially ask of you the favor

(Make your request here...)

and the great grace of purity
to prepare me to be the temple of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

St. Raphael,
of the glorious seven
who stand before the throne of Him
who lives and reigns,
Angel of health,
the Lord has filled your hand
with balm from heaven
to soothe or cure our pains.
Heal or cure the victim of disease.
And guide our steps when doubtful of our ways.

Recognizing Abundance

Recognizing abundance

"If your everyday life seems poor, don't blame it; blame yourself; admit to yourself that you are not enough of a poet to call forth its riches; because for the creator there is no poverty and no indifferent place."

-- Rainer Maria Rilke

Where do you now experience abundance in your life?

If you are hard-pressed to find abundance in your finances or possessions, look to spiritual qualities. Do you experience abundance in a special relationship? In a quiet moment in a park? In a good laugh with a friend? The more you acknowledge abundance in your spirit, the richer your life will become.

"Not what we have but what we enjoy, constitutes our abundance."

-- John Petit-Senn

Step by step

"The shortest way to do many things is to do only one thing at a time."

-- Sydney Smiles

When I get overwhelmed by the number of tasks on my to-do list, I remind myself that the only way to get anywhere is step by step. And I cover the most distance in the journey of my life when I take a moment to decide which step will bring the greatest rewards.

"Often he who does too much does too little."

-- Italian Proverb

"If you chase two rabbits, both will escape."

-- Source Unknown

With today's fast pace of life, too many of us don't have any sense of how it feels to be free of stress. It's difficult to relax if we have physical pain or irritation, strong negative emotions or scattered, worrisome thoughts.
The practice of meditation helps us find the peace within that is so elusive in our outer world.
"Sometimes the most important thing in a whole day is the rest we take between two deep breaths, or the turning inwards in prayer for five short minutes."
-- Etty Hillesum