We are approaching a very powerful annular solar eclipse in a few hours. It is particularly potent, given that it is falling on an especially powerful new moon day (Shani Jayanti).  Shani Jayanti is celebrated as the assigned birthday for Lord Saturn. In several mythologies and as per many ancient ways, Lord Saturn is known to mark time- cosmic time as well as our time here on earth... and because of this, he is also the one who dispenses the fruits of our actions!!

This upcoming solar eclipse will bring many profound changes on a personal and global front, and it is important to wisely spend the eclipse time to pray and seek divine guidance.  As always, full, and new moons provide us an enhanced opportunity to connect with the cosmic energies and with it also being an eclipse, the portals to higher dimensions can open up that much more easily for the true seeking heart.

Here is a short, but powerful prayer for this upcoming annular solar eclipse...

On Thursday, we are going to have a very powerful annular solar eclipse and it is also the day of Shani Jayanti! For those who may not be as familiar with the astrological concepts, Shani Jayanti is considered as the birthday of Lord Saturn and this is the graha (planetary entity) that is responsible for dispensing the fruits of our karmas, i.e., our actions- the positive as well as the negative ones.
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It is fairly rare that both these events occur on the same day and considering many other special cosmic alignments, this eclipse is going to bring out deep and profound transformations at many levels of our personal and collective experience.

It will be a time, not just the day of the eclipse, but several days and months following the event, where each one of us are going to be impacted in a deeply spiritual way. Our deep beliefs, concepts, and our very way of thinking and processing all that goes on around and to us, will drastically change… for the better!

Ultimately this change, these transformations will be for the better- but considering the fact that most people are too attached to their ‘existing way of life’, even if it is problematic and painful… and because of their unwillingness to change, in the initial stages the events following the eclipse may bring about a sense of fear and dread and then slowly… as people learn to cope with the situation, transform their thinking and change their response… slowly we will see a shift and rise in global consciousness.

Traditionally, several activities and rituals are performed on any solar eclipse day. You can read about them in my previous articles (mentioned below). In addition, during this specific eclipse, make it a point to spend some time in meditative contemplation, where you are mentally reviewing where you are in your life. Do not focus on just one pressing aspect like career or relationship but view your life as if you were watching a movie (where you happen to be the main protagonist).
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Are you happy with who you have become? Where you are currently in your life? What would you like to be different? If you had a magic wand that allowed you to re-write the screenplay of your life-movie, what parts would you change and why? Can you now introduce some of those positive-changes, new life-edits?

If you did not have negative emotions like fear, lack and so on… what would you do differently about your life? How would you live differently? Spend some time to contemplate on these points. Also, spend as much time as possible praying and connecting to the divine. Eclipses provide us a more open portal where we can easily connect with the Universal energies as well as the cosmic realm beyond. It provides us an easy opportunity to obtain divine grace and blessings!

I wish everyone a wonderful and beneficent annular solar eclipse ahead… It is a time of immense transformation and terrific new beginnings…
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“Gear up, get ready… it is now your time to rise and shine…”

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​We all see and relate with our physical body. This is probably the most “identifiable” thing about an individual for many people. But that is not the only body we have. Those of us who are sensitive to seeing energies are able to view another layer over our physical body called the auric body. This is directly related and always in sync with our physical body. This is where body stores its “physical memory”.
 
For e.g., many a times it’s been noted that people who lose a limb in an accident or other sudden occurrence, continue to feel that they still have that limb. When you view their auric body, you will continue to see faint traces of their limb. Once the physical part is gone, the auric body also diminishes over time and after a while- one will not see the “auric limb” for that amputee.
 
The other aspect of this auric body is that all kinds of physical ailments and other problems are first noted in the auric body. At this stage they can be dealt with comparative ease than when that problem manifests in the physical body. Most energy workers help people by utilizing, cleansing and other wise positively manipulating the energy of their auric body.

​ Now comes the most important and also the most complex body we have- our Causal body. This is our connection with our soul journey. It contains all our karmas and samskars (karmic memory impressions). EVERYTHING that one experiences first finds its source in their causal body. Then if that karma is ripe to be fruition-ed, then it will manifest in the auric body and then finally in the physical body.
 
When one dies, their physical and auric body perishes BUT their causal body continues. This is the main layer of a Jiv (or Jeev, individual soul).

Please note the article on Jivatma. Then, when it is time to manifest again in this physical world, the causal body which exists with the Jeev, then takes on an ego- which then provides the physical body and its associated auric body.

​As we know, eclipses always come at the very least in pairs. There is ofcourse that rare occasion where we will have three eclipses in a row. But usually, eclipses come in pairs and when we have a lunar eclipse followed by a solar eclipse, it denotes certain conducive energies in the Universe for specific activities. If we can sync our actions to these cosmic energies, then it helps us to benefit from the “Power of Moon-Magic”. So, let us look what we can do to tap into this moon-power…

As we know lunar eclipses happen during a full moon. We also know that full moons signify completion and there are several specific activities that we can perform during a full moon. If you have not read that article, then you can check it out here.

Now, solar eclipses happen on a new moon. New moons are a great time to set forth new intensions in our life. To chalk out specific goals and lay out strategies to systematically accomplish those goals. If you would like to learn more about new moons, then you can check out the article: Powerful Super New Moon and laying down the foundation of a New Earth

So, when we get a lunar eclipse followed by a solar eclipse, then the best way to utilize the powerful energies around this time is by:

• In the time leading up to the full moon, close out any pending activities. Any tasks that you have been postponing for the longest time, or simply being lazy about doing- either do it or just remove it from your list of activities! Basically, streamline your activities and finish off those tasks and actions that matter to you. The cosmic energies of the waxing moon will help you with this process.
  
• On the day of the full moon- lunar eclipse, list out any bad behavior, any negative habits, and traits that you want to get rid of… This can be a mental list, or you can physically write them down on a piece of paper. Then pray for these bad habits, these detrimental behaviors to be removed. Indicate genuine intension to take all the necessary steps to counter these behaviors and then burn off this piece of paper or mentally ‘erase’ off the list from your conscious mind.
  
• Now comes the fifteen days, between the lunar eclipse (full moon) and the solar eclipse (new moon). These days are best utilized to do deep cleaning. Not just cleaning off dirt and dust- but deeply cleaning out closets and folders. Get rid of anything that you do not use… it could be old clothes, board games, books and so on… anything that you are no longer using, find it a new home. Either give it away, donate, sell, or simply chuck it in trash (last option- be mindful of the principles of Green Living)!

In addition, to cleaning out physical space, be sure to also clean out your computer-drives and your mental space! Get rid of files that you do not use. Get rid of temporary files and tune up your machine. Similarly, when it comes to your mental space, make sure that you consciously observe all the thoughts that go thru your mind on a daily basis- and ofcourse most thoughts tend to be needless, repetitive, and at times very self-sabotaging and detrimental in nature! Be sure to make it a conscious intension to address all such useless thoughts. Clean out your home, office, devices, and your mind- a thorough, deep cleaning.
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… and then finally we will arrive to the day of the solar eclipse! 

•  The time of solar eclipse is best utilized to conduct prayers and list out your goals and intensions. As mentioned in the super new article (referred above), we have the period of no-moon… this is best utilized to completely let go of all that is longer serving a beneficial role in your life- it could be people, behaviors or even situations… Bless those people, situations, and activities, while stating your intension to move on to better occasions and situations, that allow you to lead a more fulfilling life… taking you to your highest destiny.
• Then after the solar eclipse is over and once the first sliver of the new moon appears, it is time to set forth your new goals and intensions. It is time to start enacting out your strategic plans to accomplish your goals.

The above-mentioned steps can be performed between any full moon and new moon period, but it is even more powerful to do them during the eclipses, since eclipse bring on powerful shifts in oneself as well as the situations and the world around us.

Also, the energetic influence of the eclipses last on for several months sometimes till the next set of eclipses and at times even beyond them. So, all the activities that you perform and the intensions that you set forth etc. will have a stronger cosmic energetic backing.

As you walk this path of Conscious and Spiritually aware Living, you will find that the more you conduct your activities in sync with the lunar cycles, that much more you are able to tap and harness into the Power of Moon-Magic, into the cosmic energies of the moon and all the powerful wisdom and gifts it holds for us…

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​Tantra is one of the path towards liberation.  It is believed that the real spirituality started off with Tantra.  The path is not advised for all the levels of people in the society like the other path – karma yoga, bhakti yoga, etc.  

The basic objective of Tantra is to liberate the soul by expanding the consciousness.  Unlike other practices, tantric path can be followed only under the guidance of a spiritual master who has attained self-realization. Guru initiates the disciple to this path through “diksha”. 

​This is for highly evolved spiritual aspirants who are competent enough who can fight with the nether forces of ignorance in the self.  But that doesn’t mean that one who has passion towards tantric path cannot follow this route for the self-realization.

​For any type of aspirant, tantra finds the right starting place for him.  It naturally means, the aspirant has to perform the practices based on his level of understanding about himself.  Controlling the mind through the control of senses are the ways of tantra. 

The way of tantra is to understand the functioning of the mind in various situations, without the help of senses. From the scientific perspective, it is detaching the matter from consciousness.

One has to come out of the body consciousness in order to experience the self.  It is based on the principle of Shiva and Shakti – the consciousness and the energy manifested through the body. Existence is the combination of both the energy and consciousness. To reveal the real nature of the mind, it is necessary to free the mind from the past impressions, the unimportant knowledge, samskaras, etc. 

The entire human existence is based on two forces – prana and mind. These two forces are responsible for action, life and knowledge. Whenever there is a problem with the balancing of these two forces, there arises problems throughout the life. These two forces symbolize the ida and pingala nadis (energy channels). 

All these concepts are described in tantra by the ancient sages. Tantra is basically expansion of the mind and then liberation of the soul. When the mind is expanded towards several other planes of existence, mind starts experiencing the internal consciousness. This process increases the internal awareness by liberating the mind from its unlimited functionality.  

As a result of the intense spiritual practices performed by the spiritual aspirant performed under a guru, he evolves to the higher planes or existence there by expanding the consciousness. 

The serpent power symbolizing the human consciousness called as Kundalini shakti is awakened gradually as the aspirant goes forward in this spiritual practice. Starting with hatha yoga, the practices involves kriyas (physical purification), yoga, meditation practice, japa, etc. Yoga is part of tantra. 

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​It seems like periodically within any given year, we come across those times when we run into communication challenges. There can be lot of confusion, misunderstanding and then the ensuing arguments and finger-pointing. In such circumstances it is very easy to lose our cool and get angry at the other person or at the very least resent them for their egoistic behavior. But the key is to not do so but observe- them and your own self!

In whatsoever manner that a particular person is behaving or whatever they may be saying to you- can you see the divine essence within them and show them love and kindness all the same? 

​Think about it- the other person may not be on a path of aware and conscious living. If you, who are on this path and have developed some sensitivity is feeling the anger and pressure, how much should that other person feel! In addition, unfortunately, they are probably seeing it as “all real”!

​Unlike you and I, who have learned to distance ourselves a bit from egoistic behaviors, probably this person has not learnt to do that and so is experiencing everything as a very essential-reality! 

So, learn to forgive and move on. If you need to retaliate to get your point across then surely do so. But without anger or aggression. Merely state what you need to say and do what you need to do but with love and kindness so there is no hint of your own ego in play!

Also, we find that during these times, past situations or people tend to crop up again in your life. These are just periodic cycles that one can observer within any given year. These people may have hurt you or you may have felt much anger and angst in the past- but if these situation come up again or something reminds you of these things, then learn to forgive- those people and your own self; so that you can leave the past behind step into the present moment and walk towards a bright and beautiful future.

I recently noticed that a certain famous researcher on water memory was called as a “pseudo scientist” by some Wikipedia writer. I am not quite sure, on what basis, the writer was choosing to use that label. 

Having been trained as a scientist, I feel that, though we may not necessarily be able to validate a person’s exact work or findings (I am not familiar with that researcher’s background)- the results he has published over the years can surely be (and has been) replicated. 
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Also, we may not necessarily agree with his conclusions- but someone who performs a sequenced set of experimentation-steps which can then be replicated by another group of independent individuals- should not be given such a label. 

Anyways- I do not agree with putting ‘labels’ on people, in the first place! Though I do understand that many a times, it is inevitable when we are providing our thoughts and opinions. But such thoughts and opinions should be clearly indicated as such.

​As a writer, I feel that it is our silent honor-code, to ensure that we maintain proper and complete objectivity when we conduct our research, analysis, and evaluation of a person’s work and that we are indicating our findings in the most clear and conducive light. Particularly when we are speaking of a person- an individual with friends, family, colleagues, and most importantly personal feelings!!

Coming back to objective representation, ‘Replication of findings’, is one of the key aspects- that is evaluated to determine if something is a ‘true science’ or myth? I wonder, why the Wikipedia writers have ignored this important scientific evaluation criteria!

When one can independently replicate the findings by another person, then we need to stipulate that there is obviously some ‘truth’ in the matter- may be the theory or explanation provided by that person, could need further research, or the findings may be in-conclusive, but we cannot negate the existence of that finding- as it was verified by various independent sources.
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Even when it comes to a researcher’s choice of words- which could be apparently very un-scientific, like “consciousness”!
We need to remember that even Theoretical Physicists have now found the “God particle” which is pretty much a quantum mechanical way to explain the existence of “consciousness”. I will try to write more about it in future posts…

Back during my Quantum study days, we used to have a joke among us- that back in the 60s when someone asked a Theoretical Physicist if he believed in God, that person would be offended and would say with revulsion- “What?? Ofcourse not!! I am a Theoretical Physicist”. And now in the 2000s when we ask a Theoretical Physicist, if he believed in God, that person would be surprised and say with comic disbelief- “Ofcourse I do!! I am a Theoretical Physicist”.

Before we put labels on things that we may/not understand or agree, it is important to keep in mind that we are never privy to all the information that there is to any topic or concept.

After all, even with all the information at our finger tips, we are still limited by what has been uncovered to date- and as we know, as ‘scientific’ research shows us- we are constantly finding and uncovering new facets of nature and our cosmic existence.

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In the business world there is a very common saying that- aim for the moon, because if you miss it then atleast you will be among the stars. Though, the spirit of that saying may apparently seem appealing- it is not a good idea. Why? Because we attract what we desire…

When we desire something, want something with a clear intension then we are already setting its fulfillment in motion. This is one the universal laws… The Law of Attraction. 
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Now, keep in mind that like all the universal laws, it is very genuine, true, and irrefutable- but at the same time, it follows very specific process-steps. So, this is not just about “wishing” and “wanting” something- is is about truly and deeply desiring something. It is the state of your energy field that attracts similar energy. 

In physics, it is called as the cohesive force- where ‘like attracts like’- keeping matter together. If you want to see a simple example of this, then pour a little water droplet very close to another water droplet on a non-absorbent surface like a glass plate. You will find that if the droplets are close enough, then they seem to pull on each other to become a bigger water drop! This is a very practical observation of the natural cohesive force in action.

How this allows Law of Attraction to work and what are some of the key process-steps to ensure our heart-felt desires manifest, is something we will see in subsequent articles- but for now, keep in mind that do not be stingy about what you ask!! The universe can provide all the bounty (after all it created all of it)- do not be fearful that you may not get it!! All such negative thinking is sure to block the manifestation of your desired outcome.

So, when you are seeking the moon- then be clear in your intension about “wanting the moon”. Have faith that in due time (universe will best decide on the ‘when’) it will manifest in all its glory and the best part is- you will not only have the moon, but will be surrounded by the stars as well- now that is awesome- isn’t it?

There is a very famous motivational speaker Zig Ziglar, who once said that- you can achieve any amount of success, if you help enough number of people to become successful. He must have known about the Law of Attraction.

Achieving our heart-felt desires is not just about having a clear intension and wanting the best for ourselves… it is also not about having the willingness to put in the required work… what is absolutely mandatory is that our wished outcome is in accordance with the general principles of goodness and well-being. 

It is important that what we desire and what we do- our thoughts, our actions, somewhere increase the greater goodness in the universe, at the very least it should be neutral- but under no circumstances can it bring hurt or harm to others- since then, that very hurt, harm and pain will flow to the one initiating it- after all, there is another universal law- The Law of Karma. 

All these universal laws work in tandem with each other and over these next several weeks, we will look at them in more detail- but for now, step out of your comfort zone and dare to wish for the best in your life.   Believe in the universal providence and seek all your deep heart-felt wishes with complete faith and clear intension...

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​ Whenever we visit a temple (church, cathedral or any place of worship) we see it full of devotees! We see people ardently praying. BUT are they really praying? No. Most of the people are simply asking for ‘favors’ from the divine.

Most are trying to reach the divine to ask for various gifts and boons- for some it could be for a painful phase in life to pass and for others it could about starting a new profitable venture! Some may be praying for their own self and others for their near and dear ones. But, just about most of the people in temples, churches and other places of worship are there to ask for something…

But a real devotee does not feel the need to ask for anything, since all in existence is provided by the divine and he/she believes that the divine providence will take care of all their needs, and also all their wants and wishes, their desires. So, why ask!!

They realize that the real do-er in this world is the divine and we are its outcome, i.e. the divine is the dancer and we are the dance. So, they merely work on ensuring that they hear what the divine would like them to do (thru their own inner soul voice of intuition) and then do their best to do a great job. That is all…
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Now, it is true that this feeling of divine presence as someone, who we can approach to voice our pain and unhappiness, plays a very therapeutic role in most people’s lives. And realistically speaking, it has its own place in obtaining solace when one feels very beaten up and battered down in a particular life-situation.

But, as folks who have chosen to lead our lives consciously, it is important to conduct at least one prayer session in a day where it is simply about ‘praise and gratitude’. That is all we need to focus upon- Thank the divine for all that they are providing you and for all that there is and simply express praise for the divine- after all, we live in a magnificent and magical universe- and we surely need to praise the creator for having manifested such an amazing creation!

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