Enlightenment, simply put, means to bring light where there was darkness. In spiritual terms, this ‘light’ isn’t literal but symbolic. Just like the cartoon characters whose bright ideas are shown by a lit bulb over their heads, spiritual enlightenment is like a light bulb turning itself on in the mind, giving us insight and understanding about the meaning of life that we didn’t have before. Which Level of Spiritual Enlightenment Are You On? Almost all…
What’s your definition of wellness? Some think of wellness in terms of how physically fit they are. But wellness is more than that. Personal wellness encompasses one’s physical, emotional, social, intellectual, and spiritual health. Now, you probably know how to work on the first four aspects. You know the importance of…
Chakra colors. You’ve probably heard of them, but it’s possible you’re not sure what they mean (or why they’re important.) You’re not alone. The first time many people hear about chakras and chakra colors, they’re a bit stumped or skeptical. We, humans, are generally of the opinion that…
If you’ve traveled on the spiritual journey for a while, then you have bumped into the concept of chakras. But if you’re still wondering what they are or what having a blocked chakra means for you, here are some easy-to-understand answers. What are chakras (and what does it…
This is the third in a series of seven articles on your seven chakras, after the First Chakra and the Second Chakra. Wondering what the Third Chakra is and how you can know if it’s out of balance? The Third Chakra, or Solar Plexus Chakra, is located between the naval…
Deep down, most people think that happiness comes from having or doing something. In Alan Watts’s groundbreaking second book (originally published in 1940), he offers a more challenging thesis: authentic happiness comes from embracing life as a whole in all its contradictions and paradoxes, an attitude that Watts…
Think your 5th chakra may be out of balance? A guided throat chakra meditation may be the answer! The 5th chakra, or throat chakra, governs your ability to express and to communicate with the world. Some indications that your throat chakra is indeed out of alignment may be:…
Recently I became increasingly aware that something just wasn’t right with me. At first, it wasn’t completely obvious that it was anger that was brewing inside, but after a while it was undeniable. I became impatient, snappy and just not my usual self. Shortly after this realization, a…
Imagine tying your dominant hand behind your back today—and then trying to accomplish all your usual tasks. What kind of day would you have? If you’re like me, you will make it work. You could adapt and figure out other ways to compensate. But it would slow you down immensely…