A good friend of mine found this video about the Mayan calendar and 2012. This is yet another look at what’s possibly to come, based upon the opinion of someone who has studied the appropriate materials, rather than someone who is relying on Hollywood and the news to instill a belief system.  I share this video to demonstrate that there are people who have been reading, studying and attempting to understand things which do not appear on our nightly news. I hope this will spark an interest for you to continue with a bit of research. I don’t know if anyone has a definitive answer on what’s going to happen between now and 2012, but you can see that the world is changing. You can either continue with your head in the sand, denying possibilities other than that which you think you know to be true, or you can delve into the world of information and come up with your own opinions and beliefs. Evolve with me!!

Disclaimer: I am writing this article, ‘Astral Projection for Beginners’ from a purely objective standpoint. I have not personally engaged in the activity, nor do I recommend or discourage anyone from trying it for themselves. It is my aim to provide you with an overview of astral projection from a beginner’s standpoint, based upon research provided by others. (Source: Wikipedia)

What is Astral Projection?
Any interpretation of an out of body experience, where the mind or ‘astral body’ seems to leave the physical body to travel about inside of the astral plane or field of consciousness, is defined as astral projection. For beginners, this may either seem like an unfamiliar or frightening scenario, or may be something that is happening to you regularly, without conscious effort. Astral projection is often associated with near death experiences, and has been reported to occur during dreams, surgery, meditation or while under the influence of certain types of drugs. Any time your senses seem to separate from your body and travel through time and space to other places, dimensions or fields of thought, this can be considered astral projection.

Astral Projection Techniques

There are many techniques available for astral projection for beginners. You can read about these and try them for yourself, or you may wish to research further by comparing successful techniques or engaging in forums especially designed for beginners to astral projection and out of body experiences. Depending upon how you learn, you may also be interested in an audio course that provides information regarding all aspects of astral projection, both for beginners and those who are more advanced. You may discover that you can achieve certain types of physical or mental healing, meet with loved ones who have passed, or access the Akashic Records by becoming familiar with astral projection and how it can benefit you. No matter what technique you use to achieve astral projection, keep the following pointers in mind:

• Relax – you must reach a complete state of relaxation and meditation for astral projection to occur. Any fears, thoughts or questions could interfere with the process.

• Avoid astral travel at night – for beginners, attempting astral projection at bedtime will likely result in your falling asleep, but you may achieve lucid dreaming…which can be another fun experience!

• Be patient – learning the art of astral projection is a commitment that may take some time. You must be patient and continue using your favorite techniques with consistency.

• Extinguish your fears – fear will prevent astral projection almost every time. If you have any fears associated with an out of body experience, but you’re still interested in the topic, further research may benefit.

Dangers of Astral Projection

If you’re a beginner to astral projection, your first question probably centers around the potential dangers of astral travel and if there is a possibility for harm. The answer to this question seems to be based mostly on your level of fear. Must like walking through a dark alley at night, if you give off the impression that you are afraid, you are more likely to be bitten by a dog or attacked by a criminal. Same goes for the law of attraction; what you present to the universe comes back to you in experience. There are dangers to astral projection, but they are apparently rare, occur on the lower levels of consciousness and involve fear. If you are informed of the possibilities and are educated on the easy techniques to prevent harm from coming to your body, your being and your soul, higher consciousness wins every time. Astral projection is about confidence and protection, and that’s all there is to it.

Learn more about astral projection for beginners by discovering secrets and valuable information in this 18-part audio course entitled Astral Projection Underground.

If you have questions, feel free to ask and I’ll do my best to direct you to the answers you are seeking. There are many accounts of astral projection online, and I’d be more than happy to research answers for you.

Is the glass half empty or half full?

That’s one of those questions we’ve all heard. Maybe we laugh as we discuss the answer amongst friends. But once the comedy ends, we drink whatever half is left in the glass and we move on, without another thought about the underlying depth of this contemplation.

The paradox is that the glass is both half full and half empty, simultaneously. Depending upon the day, your mood or your life experiences, you’ll have a tendency to answer accordingly. It will be what it is for you, and you’ll likely stick to it. This is where perspective comes into play. Perspective is one of the single most important determinants of how our lives will unfold, and the kicker is that we, alone are in 100% control of how the entire thing turns out.

There are two sides to every story. Really, there are a million. There are so many different ways to look at and feel about everything that is. No matter how we think, react, are… we are never wrong, and we are never right. We are simply carrying about, in control or out of it, unfolding our lives as the events surface. How many of us are aware that we have any control in our lives? How many of us feel confident enough to take advantage of this power? How many of us are free enough from fear, guilt and confusion to believe that we can turn any unfortunate event into something splended, fulfilling and joyful? How many of us believe we deserve such a beautiful gift?

Changing your overall perspective of life is not only fulfilling and attractive to the Universe and it’s gifts, but it is also a process. It doesn’t take hard work, but it does require diligence. The first step is to become aware, and if you have read thus far, you can check that off the list. Awareness never goes away once it’s received. You cannot ‘backslide’ from awareness. You can temporarily misplace the information somewhere in a boggled mind, but you can never unlearn a gem of wisdom that has been placed before you.

The next step is to pay attention to your habitual thinking. This is tricky since it’s almost as if we have to catch ourselves being ourselves. You must literally see yourself in the third person and objectively assess each of your thoughts. The best way to go about this is to become aware of your feelings. If something doesn’t feel good, find out why. Nothing is external. There are ways to view circumstances that seem terrible with a light heart and a keen eye for knowledge. Dissect all bad feelings to get to the root of why something is bothering you, and then figure out how to change your perspective.

Let’s use traffic as an example. Most of us hate sitting in traffic. Why? It may be hot outside, it may be cold. We may be late for an appointment. We may have a long list of things to do and we’re impatient with all those cars in front of us. Sitting in traffic is actually a wonderful opportunity to have some ‘us’ time. If there are a million cars in front of you, there’s not a darn thing you can do about it. Turn on the radio and sing. Turn off the radio and enjoy the sunshine. Look around you and notice the beautiful birds, architecture, clouds and scenery that you usually miss as you speed by. Admire that 1968 Mustang next to you on the road.

Get to know yourself.

Figure out why you’re huffing and puffing over something that you can’t change. Are you feeling guilt for being late? Are you tense because you’ve got too many things to do? Notice those feelings, breathe and then relax. Find a new focal point. Focus on something that feels good.

This example, in a nutshell, is how you may always go about ridding yourself of all feelings that aren’t nice. You always have a choice to feel good or feel bad. No one can change these feelings for you. No matter how your kids act, what the weather report says or how little money you’re bringing into your life, you can always decide to focus on that which is good and plentiful.

Make this a new habit. Once this process becomes second nature, you’ll notice all the good things that follow. Magic will begin to happen in your life and you’ll wonder how you missed something so simple for all these years. It’s a journey. It’s your movie. It’s your life. Be the shining star and pass on the goodness.

Balancing of mind, body and spirit has significant benefits in everyday life. This balance can be achieved in a number of ways, and there are several simple changes that can be made immediately to begin feeling the positive impact. Awareness of your current standpoint is vital to the experience and can help give you some idea of how you operate and where to begin to achieve the necessary balance.

What Feelings Are You Choosing?
Our feelings are a choice. It may not feel that way when we are experiencing unfortunate circumstances, but the simple fact is that there are many ways to feel about a given situation. Blessings in disguise, for example, occur everyday in our lives. It seems simpler to blame exterior circumstances for what is happening to us, but when we choose to release negative feelings or find a more positive way to view any experience, it helps to create this balance of mind, body and spirit. Positive feelings weigh less, giving us more energy, vibrance and focus. When these are in place, nice and happy experiences seem to become more frequent.

Who is Making Contributions to Your Life?
What kinds of people are contributing to your current conditions. While it is fully your responsibility to choose appropriate feelings, this is much easier to do when you are surrounded by supportive and uplifting people. Balance of mind, body and spirit can be much more easily achieved when you can laugh and love more easily and without effort. If you are surrounded by people who complain, or if you complain yourself, check this behavior and begin to network with people who make it a habit to be positive. These people may seem annoying to someone who’s used to living a reality of unfortunate circumstances, but the more you realize how much easier this way of life is, the more attractive this lifestyle will become.

Where’s All the Fun?
Do you have any fun? It is vital and essential and mandatory that you find a way to incorporate some fun into your life; on a daily basis! The excuse that there isn’t enough time to do the things you want to do is simply not true. In fact, having fun and releasing stress will give you the benefit of more time in a day. Time is relative anyway, and the addition of events which make you feel joy, laughter, peace, love or freedom will enhance the balance of body, mind and spirit and keep you more focused and efficient for the tasks that you are less emotionally connected to.

Release Stress
Meditation is one of the most effective ways to release stress and find that balance for your entire being. Your physical well-being, emotional sanity and spiritual gwell-being all depend upon a balance. Meditation can be achieved almost anywhere at almost anytime. A ritualistic perspective is not necessary. Whenever you have a few moments, like sitting in traffic, washing dishes or waiting for someone, you can engage in a few moments of meditation. Become acutely aware of each thought as it enters your mind, and then practice ways to let it go, let it pass and let it fly. This practice takes some getting used to, and will become an extremely important and effective tool for releasing stress, remaining calm, feeling joy and recognizing the harmony in all people, circumstances and events around you, whether seemingly good or bad.

Live, laugh and love in peace, joy and harmony.
~Jeannie

Yep. I said it.

World Peace.

Cause I mean, why not? Why can’t we achieve world peace? What if each one of us decides to be more peaceful? Everyone, inside of your own personal self, make a decision to be more peaceful. There ya go.

Done.

Countdown 2012 video tip #3 is a little bit about world peace and other radical ideas. It’s just my attempt at getting us to open up our eyes a little more and begin to see things as they really are, rather than how we want them to be.

Cause what if the world does blow up in 2012? Have you decided where you’re going? Do you know your options? Or are you just taking someone else’s word for something that you haven’t researched for yourself?

Take a little time and start researching some things that aren’t on the news. Use your online time to expand your horizons, rather than playing Facebook games all day. (Ok, I play Facebook games, too. Come be my Farmville neighbor!!)

The point is that there’s much more going on than we want to be involved with. But if we don’t get out there, we may miss the golden ticket.

C’mon. Evolve with me!

Some people are starting to look at me cross-eyed when I bring up the Mayan Calendar end date of 12/21/2012. Many of you haven’t heard of these phenomenal and wondrous theories!

Since I’ve only just begun with my Countdown 2012 video tips. I thought I’d take today to share a little bit about where this is all coming from.

According to what’s being said, it’s either going to be the end of the world, or there will be a major psychological and planetary shift toward peace.

I’m opting for the second version. But in order for that to take place, we need as many of you as possible to become aware! Aware of yourselves, aware of your behavior and aware of your role in the collective consciousness.

Awareness is key! Have I said that before??

If you’re completely in the dark about the Mayan calendar and 2012. This video is a good place to start. This is a blog for beginners after all…

I’ve decided to do a series of video tips in preparation for the big day…! This is Countdown 2012.

December 21, 2012 is being hyped and we’re all going to prepare, whether we know it or not. It will be pretty hard to escape all the information that will begin to flood in your direction as this date approaches.

Some people think it’ll be the end of the world.

Some people won’t fall for it after Y2K was a big flop.

Some people will run for the hills.

Some people won’t do anything any different from any other day.

Personally, I do think this day will be significant, but I’m not a prophet, so I’m not about to proclaim that I know the truth. What I do know, is that we are feeling a bunch of shifts as members of humanity. These shifts are what I’d like to talk to you about. That way, no matter what happens on 12/21/2012, perhaps you’ll be a little more prepared after taking some of the advice that the up and coming leaders of the world are offering. I read a lot, and when I find something that works for me, I like to share the concepts.

I plan to keep up with these and release a new tip regularly. Here’s Countdown 2012 Video Tip #1…

Enjoy and feel free to leave comments. (Especially how the heck I can get the glare off my glasses for future clips! Thx!)

Peace, love and joy to all!!

It is my belief, and the belief of many others, that we are in the midst of embarking on our next evolutionary step. Many of us are feeling the pull, the changes, the discomfort. Others haven’t noticed. Either way, its happening whether we like it or not, whether we know about it or not. Expansion of awareness is key to leaving behind the stressful conditions we find ourselves in, and finding peace to evolve freely with the universe and all of mankind. We are heading for peace on earth!

The following article tackles a complicated subject and brings it to a simple point. We must begin to increase our self awareness and allow the universe to lead us forward through this next evolutionary step. I am excited for the upcoming book and hope you enjoy reading this information as much as I did.

Your Evolutionary Potential – How To Be In Step

By E. Smith

Within everyone is the capacity to be a powerful center for change… vast sweeping change. Not by changing one self, but by stepping into one’s evolutionary potential to become change.

“We are not separate from our environment.” Everything, including us, in spiritual and physical form is simply a part of the universal evolving ecology. All that is needed for us to be in our potential is simply to come into step with evolution – to simply become what is happening and changing. By doing so we are able to flow peacefully within the river of the changing landscape and see clearly how to interact with life. This frees up enormous energy and vitality to be channeled into life purpose and meaning.

We have lived in an age of evolutionary contradiction in which everything has continued to evolve – yet humanity has invested their happiness and security into institutions for stability and predictability as if they were insulated from change. As long as these institutions have held, people have felt powerful and in control of their circumstances.

But these institutions; banking, religion, business, education, finance, government and marriage were built as permanent fixtures on the ever-shifting sands of evolution itself. Hence, they have become weathered and weakened like a crumbling sidewalk, causing people to feel unsettled and out of sync.

What is happening right now cannot be understood by the human mind – but one thing is clear: The rules we created to live our lives by are changing – even disintegrating. What used to work so well, does not any more – and may become obsolete in the near future. For evolution is about continued adaptation – and we must come into alignment with what wants to happen – rather than what we want to happen.

In a world that has enough technology, food, and money – and within an environment that is becoming increasingly fragile, evolution is simply responding in the only way it knows how. Evolution is quickening its pace and guiding us through a broad base transition to set aside our individual needs to become more compassionate to hold a higher, more inclusive vision for ourselves and therefore, the planet.

We are each being tapped on the shoulder – being asked to live with a new sense of awareness and interconnectedness. And it is time to start relying on our intuition and feelings in ways that we could not have done before. We are being asked to experience life through the heart and answer the call as we feel it deep inside for self-reliance, balance, and purposeful living.

The small reward is that we can quickly come into harmony with what wants to happen for our lives to be in our human potential. The larger reward is that we each become a powerful center for change that impacts the people around us as they tap into our evolutionary state and then their potential. This adds velocity and thrust to the global transition of becoming a more heart-centered, and therefore sustainable planet.

There are Seven Evolutionary Guidelines that facilitate the transition to becoming centered in the heart.

1) Allow Life To Come To You, And Act From Intuitive Feelings.

2) What You Need To Evolve Shows Up Perfectly As You Are In Step With Evolution

3) Be Light. Light Is Light. Lightness Spreads Light.

4) Be In The Silence. Silence Is The Doorway. Become A Noise Reducer.

5) Simplicity Frees Energy. Simplify Everything. So Purity Can Work With Purity.

6) Rapid Acceleration Occurs When People Get Into Evolutionary Flow Together.

7) Dive Into The Mystery. Into Not Knowing And Become What Wants To Happen

These evolutionary guidelines are just that – guidelines. They show us how to be in step with our evolution and therefore our potential. They hold no power over anyone. They are simply suggestions for where and how to interact with what is happening in a much more efficient and therefore self-reliant way. The immediate impact is that you can simply follow the guidelines to be in step with what is wanted for your life – saving valuable energy and vitality for creating what is really important to you and the people around you.

All of us are evolving – there is not anything we can do about that. However, when we come into step with evolution, we enter a slipstream of energy that fundamentally changes how we interact with life, moment-to-moment and day-to-day.

The result of being in step is a heightened state of awareness and the ability to be more centered and joyful regardless of our life circumstances. We gain the ability to channel our energy into life purpose and service effortlessly. We are connected to magic, flow and Grace. Being in step with evolution is like the difference between riding a steam locomotive and a bullet train. Both are heading in the same direction, but everyone who can, rides a speeding train.

About the Author: E is an Evolutionary Guide. He shares Evolutionary Guidelines and heart-centering practices with those who desire to be in step with their highest potential. His next book, “The Evolutionary Guidebook” is scheduled for release in early 2010.

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I see so many people commenting on Facebook and elsewhere about time, and lack of it.

“Where does the time go?”

“Come on, Friday”

“I can’t wait until Christmas is over!”

That last one tends to get so much support from friends and family. So many people are being pulled through the Christmas holiday by a misconception that has been planted in their heads, and filled with guilt and resentment. “We’ve gotta battle the crowds. We’ve gotta buy everyone gifts. Where IS the time GOING???”

How are so many of us missing the point? Now, I’ve done some research on the history behind the ‘reason for the season’, so I’m not interested in arguing about fact vs. custom. What I am interested in saying is that no matter what season it is, we are missing the point!!!

What’s the big rush? How much will things really change for you once Christmas is over? Won’t there be something else to rush to? Dance classes, kitchen duty, WORK?! You can’t wait for Friday, but then spend all weekend cleaning up a house and yelling at those who dirtied it, so you can waste a weekend, too? Oops…and there’s Monday again. Coming right around the corner. At what point do we pull off the blinders and realize that time isn’t real? Time is something we’ve constructed, likely for a valid reason to begin with, but now it’s been misused, abused and turned into the enemy.

What is the difference between tomorrow and today? Most of us are in a rut anyway. We do the same things and cultivate the same habits over and over and over. The only way tomorrow will ever be different from today is if we are genuinely looking within and paying attention to the whole truth inside ourselves. At that point we grow rapidly as human beings and are able to wake up to a whole new day, each and ever day.

But beyond that, time is an illusion. There is no tomorrow. There is only today and today is a krazillion years long. And guess what. We have that ‘time’ all the time! Each of us has all the time in the world because right now is always in our pockets, in our schedules and in our presence. Is this starting to make sense? Where are you rushing to get to? You’ll never get anywhere but the present moment. No matter how fast you go, how grumpy you get, or how loudly you plead. Forget about tomorrow. Forget about getting through Christmas, or the weekend, or a busy week. Be there, right where you are, right now. Cause you can’t be anywhere else. It’s never going to happen. Let go of the misery you create for yourself and just allow everything to be what it is.

And for the love of peace and harmony….HAVE A MERRY CHRISTMAS…even if you don’t celebrate it. It’s a day. It’s already come and it’s already gone, for eternity. It’s a slot in time reserved for merriment and good tidings, but shouldn’t every slot in time be filled with those things? Who’s with me? Let’s start spreading joy right now, and stop being concerned with a tomorrow that doesn’t exist.

Cedar oil, or cedarwood oil is one of the many essential oils that have multiple benefits of use.  One of its most common uses is that of an insect repellent, but many other benefits can be had using this fragrant oil. Cedar oil is derived from distilling sawdust and wood chips from the juniper tree and has had many important uses throughout history, one of which was the use of cedar oil in ancient Egypt for embalming purposes.

Cedar Oil As Insect Repellent
Cedar oil makes an effective insect repellent due to its insecticide properties. Pure oil can lose potency in just 1 to 2 hours so to get the most benefit, try mixing this oil with other essential oils like citronella or lemongrass, or purchase a commercial spray with cedar oil as the base. A great choice for commercial insect repellent using cedar oil is 32 Ounce Texas Cedarwood Oil.

Cedar Oil as an Anti Seborrhoeic
Seborrhoea in one form, is a type of eczema. Cedar oil is very helpful at clearing up inflammation caused by this condition and helps to reduce infection. If you have been diagnosed with this condition, use of cedar oil may be a less expensive and more beneficial remedy.

Cedar Oil as an Antiseptic
Cedar oil is often used as an ingredient in herbal antiseptic creams due to its cleansing properties. This oil can protect wounds from infection and prevent from additional germs, like tetanus.

Cedar Oil as an Anti Spasmodic
If you suffer from leg spasms, or other types of spasm such as those of the nerves, heart or intestines, cedar oil is very effective at relief. Apply externally.

Cedar Oil as an Astringent
Astringents help to shrink and constrict body tissues. Use cedar oil as a remedy for ailing teeth and gums, and to firm up skin and loosened muscles. You may also try this remedy for relieving diarrhea.

Cedar Oil as a Tonic and Diuretic
Use cedar oil to stimulate metabolism, tone up muscles, stimulate brain function, and increase removal of unhealthy fat. Use of this oil can give relief to problems such as obesity, urinary tract infections, arthritis, and high blood pressure. Cedar oil helps to remove excess water and toxins like uric acid.

Other Uses of Cedar Oil
If you haven’t found enough uses for cedar oil, consider the following:

• relief from irregular and painful menstruation
• soothing, sedation and calming of mind
• relief from insomnia
• itch relief
• relief for fungal infections
• relief for cystitis
• clearing dandruff
• oily skin treatment
• clearing acne
• relief for arthritis

Caution When Using Cedar Oil
While this product includes all natural properties, pregnant women should avoid its use. When applying concentrated amounts of cedar oil to the skin, irritation could occur. Be careful with sensitive skin.