MEDITATION, ASTROLOGY

ASTROLOGLY READING: Cosmic Merkaba Meditation 29th June 2016

29th June Astrological Reading

Many of us are presently feeling deeply unsettled, as if the universe is off balance and this feeling is being reflected in our current emotional state. Uncertainty, doubt and fear from the collective consciousness is impacting us at this time as ongoing political events are creating a surge of anxiety across the planet.

Whilst we may not be directly feeling the effects of these changes yet (or if we ever will), when major events occur that create feelings of fear and confusion in the collective consciousness this triggers suppressed fears in our unconscious minds to manifest within us. This is especially apparent at this time because of the heightened dream states we are experiencing as a result of the Neptune retrograde we have previously discussed.

You could be feeling drained and tired from tumultuous dreams as your subconscious is attempting to filter and process the release of these fears in your conscious mind. This lack of energy has also been aggravated by the Mars retrograde transit, when Mars is retrograde, you may not have the energy levels that are normally yours. This will hopefully lessen as we see Mars return to its usual course on Wednesday 29th June and we can begin to rebuild our energy reserves.
What is most important is that we do not feed negativity to the collective conscious through our own fears and that we send love and light to the universe. Transmuting any negative thoughts if they come up.      

Join us on Wednesday night in person or absentee and take the opportunity to meditate and clear any subconsious fears that are currently unsettling our emotional state.

 

ASTROLOGY, MEDITATION

ASTROLOGY READING: Cosmic Merkaba 8th June 2016

8th June Astrological Reading

We are finally half way through 2016 and have endured what feels like more challenges and emotional upheaval already this year, to well and truly last us the next 6 months. As you have hopefully been working to clear large amounts of Karmic issues during this time, June heralds a clean slate and an opportunity to set your intentions for the remaining 6 months of the year. Combined with the New Moon on the 5th of June, we can think of no better time to focus your intentions on a positive future.
 
If you are ready to let go of the past and the issues that have been plaguing you these last few months, now is the time to do so, as the universe will be there to support this transition into a new phase of your life.

As discussed last week you may be feeling as though you are in the midst of an identity crisis or crisis of faithas we continue to be influenced by the Mutable Grand Cross energies. But don't let this internal instability and feeling of despondency over your direction settle in and stop you from envisaging your plans for the future.
It is far too easy to become attached to these feelings as succumbing to these negative emotions take no effort, but pulling ourselves out from under them can appear to take a gargantuan effort!

Our largest barrier to progress is our own minds and the fear we create within them when we are faced with change and uncertainty.
Like with most tasks that seem overwhelming, tackle them by starting small. In most cases it is just that first hurdle (or negative thought) we need to overcome and once we do their hold over us dissipates quickly.  

 

EVENTS, MEDITATION, MYSTICISM, ASTROLOGY

ASTROLOGY: Cosmic Merkaba Meditation 13th April 2016

13th April Astrological Reading

Whilst the New Moon of last week has ushered in a new cycle and time of new beginnings many of us are yet to feel the effects of this rebirth and are still being impacted by intense cosmic energies.
Do not be overwhelmed by these influences, Cosmic Merkaba Meditation this week is here to remind us to take a pause and recognise the astrological effects that the cosmos in having on our emotions. 

Our worries, fears, frustrations and anxieties are all being amplified at this time, causing our reactions to be amplified too. Take this knowledge as an opportunity to recognise these situations for what they are - circumstances to master our negative emotions. Every encounter we have either negative or positive is an initiation provided by the universe to master and grow spiritually AND emotionally. 
Remember when we react out of negative impulses we are not only hurting the object of our frustrations but we are doing the most harm to ourselves.

This time of exasperation, fear and anger will pass from mid-to late April and making a conscious effort to not give into these emotions in the moment will help you transit this period with less consequences.
And remember, your loved ones, friends, co-workers and strangers are all being effected by the same astrological impacts so go forth with compassion in your heart.

EVENTS, MEDITATION, MYSTICISM

ASTROLOGY: Cosmic Merkaba Meditation 6th April 2016

6th April Astrological Reading

Cosmic Merkaba Meditation this week will be focused on the New Moon on the 7th of April. Specifically the opportunity that this Lunar event provides us for New Beginnings as we begin to integrate all the energies and changes that occurred during the tumultuous month of March.
In the month of April we will start to experience a respite internally from the intense energetic shifts we have been undergoing and begin to feel the changes that we set out for ourselves during the eclipses of last month. Unfortunately we may not see this occurring in the world around us, as we look within and detach from the energies plays around us those who feel that disconnection can act out. 

The new moon in Aries on the 7th April encourages us to be open to the potential of this time no matter the internal restrictions that come up for us. Remember to embrace the changes, for when we surrender to our higher self and acknowledge that everything is in divine order, we experience the greatest spiritual growth.

MYSTICISM, MEDITATION, EVENTS

ASTROLOGY: Cosmic Merkaba Meditation 23rd March 2016

23rd March Astrological Reading


March has been month of major astrological events. The Lunar eclipse is the conclusion to a month of Equinox's, Eclipses and a Super moon and is in essence a completion of the energies started by the Solar Eclipse 2 weeks ago.
This week the Cosmic Merkaba Meditation will be working with the extremely powerful energies of the full Lunar Eclipse on the 23rd of March. This lunar event will be occurring at 10:45pm on Wednesday night (Sydney Time) and its influence will be felt directly for 2hrs and 7 minutes before and after this time.

Lunar eclipses have a direct influence on the emotional body (Solar eclipses work with the mental plane) and it is a perfect time to help us all resolve the emotioal turmoil that has been occurring for many of us over these past few weeks. Meditation before and during the actual event provides us an opportunity to focus our thoughts and gain insight into the internal feelings and emotions that have been shaping our daily lives.

Join us on Wednesday night in person or absentee and take the opportunity to meditate with these powerful cosmic energies to manifest the emotional future we want for ourselves going forward this year.

Details for the week:
Wednesday 23rd March 2016 6.30pm - 8pm AEDST
Cost: $40.00AUD
All Absentee participants are called into the group individually and receive a recording of the meditation post session
Bookings are essential - Please contact us to confirm your place

ASTROLOGY: Cosmic Merkaba Meditation 16th March 2016

16th March Astrological Reading


March is a month of major astrological events. Featuring two eclipses, the equinox and a super moon.
Last week the Cosmic Merkaba Meditation worked with the energies of the Total Solar Eclipse on the 8th-9th March.
The impact of this eclipse is still effecting many of us as we continue to work through the emotions that are coming up for us in relation to our life purpose. This is creating feelings of extreme anxiety and depression in many of us, which is being exacerbated by the Equinox occurring this weekend on the 20th March.

Equinox's have a tendency to ramp up energetic influences occurring at the time. As such it is now more important then ever to keep a calm and undisturbed mind to maintain internal balance. Take any opportunity that presents itself to go into stillness and meditate or recite mantras to assist you in clearing these feelings of unease and to make the most of these powerful cosmic energies.  

 

MEDITATION, MYSTICISM, EVENTS

ASTROLOGY: Cosmic Merkaba Meditation 9th March 2016

9th March Astrological Reading


March is a month of major astrological events. Featuring two eclipses, the equinox and a super moon.
This week the Cosmic Merkaba Meditation will be working with the energies of the Total Solar Eclipse that will be occurring on the 8th-9th March.
The energy window for this eclipse will be taking place three days prior and after the eclipse, so we can harness the energy in Wednesday night.

The entire month of March is one of the greatest astrological impacts throughout the entire year. These energies will bring a period of incredible change and is a good time to start work on your goals for 2016 and is a time for you to review your life purpose.

The solar eclipse in Pisces occurs in the energy of the Super 'New Moon' of March 8th .This has far reaching effects, and will provide the energy burst of flooding the planet with 'life force' energy. Among the primary themes of the energy initiated on the solar eclipse is Emotional Wisdom. Gaining mastery of self in order to forge a greater Truth ! In this eclipsical energy you will be giving the opportunity of removing illusion, the removal of smoke & mirrors, the requisite of finding truth whether hidden by others or self.

EVENTS, MEDITATION

Cosmic Merkaba Meditation 2nd March 2016 - We're Back!

About Alchemical Magic Meditations

We're back for 2016 and we hop you can join us for our weekly Cosmic Merkaba Meditations!
Alchemical Magic meditations are facilitated by Irene Payne. Irene has worked as a healer and spiritual teacher in Australia and around the world for the past twenty years.

Irene combines traditional meditation practices with energetic healing work to provide her students with the opportunity to evolve their practice and individual growth.
Each meditation is channeled through specifically to focus on the meditation group’s process and the astrological influences that are impacting us at this time.

 

TRAVEL: Pilgrimage to India with the Dalai Lama

During the Christmas and New Years break Irene Payne and Alchemical Magic travelled to India for a month long pilgrimage with his Holiness the Dalai Lama. Irene accompanied Lama Tendar on a Pilgrimage through Northern and Southern India (Dharmsala, Delhi, Agra, Kangra just to name a few), to participate in the sacred Lamrim Teachings with His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Irene took a number of her students with her on this sacred journey to experience these once in a life time holy teachings. 

INSPIRATION

WISDOM: THE BUDDHA

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Buddha is a title given to those who have reached a state of enlightenment. The term Buddha means ‘one who is awake’. The historical figure most associated with The Buddha, is known as Siddhartha Gautama in Nepal approximately 2,500 years ago. The Buddha did not claim to be a divinely inspired prophet, personal savior or a deity incarnate in flesh, but that of a teacher. The Supreme Teacher who reveals the path to enlightenment. The goal of this path in to achieve Nibbana, the perfect liberation of the mind from all constricting bonds and the consequent release from samsara, the round of repeated birth and death.  

The Buddha teaches us that awareness of impermanence and change is a primary element in turning the mind toward liberation. Because all things are impermanent, all personal faults can be transcended and all perfections achieved.

All component things are impermanent.

When One acquires realization of this truth, One naturally releases the bonds of unhappiness.

This is the way of purification and freedom.

Buddha

MYSTICISM: KUNDALINI ENERGY

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The Snake is representative of transformation and rejuvenation. It cyclically sheds its skin, leaving behind the old and outdated to make way for the new. A rebirthing of the mind, body and soul. The serpent is symbolic of ones life force and internal energies. 

The word Kundalini is derived from a Sanskrit word ‘Kundal’ , कुण्डलिनी, meaning coiled up. It is often represented through a serpent coiled at the base of the spine in the base and sacral chakras. The Serpent and Kundalini mythology has been found in the sacred texts of many religions and cultures from Buddhism, Hinduism & Christianity to the Ancient Egyptians and Mayans. All of these texts speak of the Kundalini or “Serpent Energy” which is awakened within the spirit of the practitioner through meditation and spiritual practice to reach a state of enlightenment. 

Through the activation of the Kundalini, the energy makes it’s way up the central line of force activating the chakras to the 3rd Eye Chakra, awakening the Pineal and Pituitary Glands and opening the 3rd and 4th Eye Chakras. Once this has been achieved and the energy is sustained, the force then makes its way up to the Crown Chakra for a full Kundalini Awakening and a state of enlightenment is attained. 

 ‘Kundalini is one of the greatest energies. The whole body of the seeker starts glowing because of the rising of the Kundalini. Because of that, unwanted impurities in the body disappear. The body of the seeker suddenly looks very proportionate and the eyes look bright and attractive and the eyeballs glow.’ 

- (Gyaneshwari, Chapter VI).

WISDOM: RUMI Quote

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Jalāl ad-Dīn Muhammad Rūmī (Persian: جلال‌الدین محمد رومی‎), also known as Jalāl ad-Dīn Muhammad Balkhī (جلال‌الدین محمد بلخى), Mawlānā (مولانا, "our master"), Mevlânâ, Mevlevî (مولوی Mawlawī, "my master"), and more popularly simply as Rūmī (1207 – 17 December 1273), was a 13th-century Persian poet, jurist, Islamic scholar, theologian, and Sufi mystic.
Rumi's influence transcends national borders and ethnic divisions: Iranians, Tajiks, Turks, Greeks, Pashtuns, other Central Asian Muslims, and the Muslims of South Asia have greatly appreciated his spiritual legacy for the past seven centuries.

 

RECIPE: CHOPRA'S MORNING BLISS SHAKE

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Chopra’s Morning Bliss Shake

This recipe was taken from The Chopra Center Cookbook, which is based on the ancient healing wisdom of Ayurveda. All Ayurvedic recipes focus on creating balance and supporting the body's natural state of health. 

Ingredients:
10 whole almonds (soaked overnight in ½ cup water)
4 teaspoons organic raw honey or maple syrup
2oz soy or white pea protein powder plain or vanilla flavour
1 pinch of cinnamon
2 cups low fat vanilla soy milk or almond milk
2 medium bananas peeled and sliced
2 tlbs aloe vera juice

Drain almonds and discard water, place almonds in blender, add all the other ingredients, blend until smooth.