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Guest Writer: Enoch Tan

There are times when we manifest what we intended but we aren’t happy or fulfilled although we got what we wanted. That is because we have intended based on what we think we should want or other people’s idea of what we should want instead of what we truly desire. When we try to form definite intentions for the sake of manifesting things when we are not inspired to, we are intending from ego instead of spirit. When we allow our intentions to be naturally inspired, we will manifest what we truly desire.

It is not true that you must know everything you really want and all of it’s details. Sometimes you don’t really know what you want or you don’t know all of the specifics of it yet, but it is perfectly alright. It is usually the essence of something that you want rather than the particular form itself. All you need is to hold on to the essence and let the universe bring in the appropriate form. When you’re attached to a particular form of how you want your desire to be manifested, you may limit yourself from other forms. Read more »

“Look in the perfumes of flowers and nature for peace of mind and joy of life.”
– Wang Wei, 8th Century

Our sense of smell is one of our most primal senses — linking mood, memory, emotions and sensuality. Have you noticed that certain smells take you back to a specific moment of time? That some smells make you feel tranquil and relaxed?

The concept of aromatherapy, coined by French chemist Rene Gattefosse, is derived in part from anecdotal case studies and the folklore surrounding the therapeutic effects of essential oils. In recent years laboratory studies have further explored the aromatherapy claims based on folklore and found some to have a basis in fact.

Often, certain aromas — either from an essential oil diffuser, a scented candle, incense or a bowl of pot pouri — are used to enhance the experience of meditation. Scents such as patchouli and sandalwood are believed to promote a state of calm and awareness, key states for successful meditation.

Some even believe that using aromatherapy can even make meditation easier to do. There are times when quieting our minds if very difficult, but a few wafts of the right fragrance can help calm you down and let you achieve a deep meditative state more quickly.

You have probably come across exotic-sounding terms such as “chakra,” “prana,” “aura,” and “tantra” in your course of reading books on spirituality, sex, and healing in the New Age literature section of the bookstore. But what’s the real scoop behind these exotic vocabularies?

Are All Energy Healings the Same?
Chakra or energy center is a term used in Pranic healing, an ancient Hindu system of energy healing. Prana means life energy. Aura is another term traced to Pranic healing and is a non-physical body that consists of energy, existing along with our physical body. The aura that covers our body is said to have seven layers pertaining to the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual aspects of an individual as manifested by energy. Studying the color and thickness of auras give ideas on the state of health of individuals. Six colors are associated with the aura and interpreted into six personalities. These colors are all present in an individual but one or two are more pronounced.
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To grow spiritually in a world defined by power, money, and influence is a Herculean task. Modern conveniences such as electronic equipment, gadgets and tools, as well as entertainment through television, magazines, and the web, have predisposed us to confine our attention mostly to physical needs and wants. As a result, our concepts of self-worth and self-meaning are muddled. How can we strike a balance between the material and spiritual aspects of our lives?

To grow spiritually is to look inward.
Introspection goes beyond recalling the things that happened in a day, week, or month. You need to look closely and reflect on your thoughts, feelings, beliefs and motivations. Periodically examining your experiences, the decisions you make, the relationships you have, and the things you engage in provide useful insights on your life goals. Moreover, it gives you clues on how to act, react, and conduct yourself in the midst of any situation.
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