Path of the Sacred Clown

In my last article, I wrote of the Native American spiritual path of the Sacred Warrior. To Native Americans, the path of the Sacred Clown is ALSO considered a spiritual calling, essential to the smooth functioning of the tribe:

In the days before the invaders came. . .we had clowns. Not clowns like you see now, with round red noses and baggy costumes. Our clowns wore all kinds of stuff. Anythin’ they felt like, they wore. And they didn’t just come out once in a while to act silly and make people laugh, our clowns were with us all the time, as important to the village as the chief, or the shaman, or the dancers, or the poets.1

Most every tribe had their Clowns. The Oglala and Lakota called them Heyoka ("crazy"), the Arapaho called them Ha Hawkan ("holy idiot"), and both peoples considered them religious specialists. The Salish people honor the memory of a Clown who (not so long ago) challenged a missionary. The missionary was enticing people to come to his church by handing out little mirrors to them while urging them to cover their bodies with white folks’ clothes. It is told with a smile that the Clown (a woman!) walked into the church one Sunday wearing nothing but a hat and old shoes! Read the book to find out what happened!2

The Hopis protected their Sacred Clowns by incorporating them into their Katchina ("Cloud spirit") ceremonies where the Clowns make a hilarious entrance from a roof, descending a rope ladder into the plaza where the Katchinas are dancing. "Look down there!" they exclaim, "Everything is bountiful and beautiful!" Their descent is very precarious, usually head-first, and causes much laughter as they tumble over each other and fall the last few feet. They do not see the Katchinas until they bump into them, and then they say "This is MINE!" or "This many are MINE!" They act silly, childish, greedy, selfish, and lewd. As they pretend to become aware of their surroundings, they mock tourists, anthropologists, neighboring Indians, even themselves! They beg for food. Their guessing games and balancing acts please the crowds. The dancing Clowns sometimes pretend they are invisible, heightening the joke.3

The survival of these ritual clowns gives us a clue as to how important a Clown was to the community-spirit of each Native American tribe. Nothing was sacred to a Sacred Clown. She was a social critic of the highest order. Her funny mimicry and joking exposed hypocrisy and arrogance. Her portrayals of ridiculous behavior showed the people (in a very humorous way) their own foolishness and blind-spots.

"A clown was like a newspaper, or a magazine, or one of those people who write an article to tell you if a book or a movie is worth botherin’ with. They made comment on everythin’, every day, all the time. If a clown thought that what the tribal council was gettin’ ready to do was foolish, why the clown would just show up at the council and imitate every move every one of the leaders made. Only the clown would imitate it in such a way every little wart on that person would show, every hole in their idea would suddenly look real big."4

With the arrival of the "invaders", this sacred office got to be a most dangerous one—maybe more dangerous than that of the Warrior. Perhaps this is why most of the Sacred Clowns disappeared from sight! As the Cree Medicine Woman says in the story, Flight of the Seventh Moon,

"No wonder we never got along. . .my people and your people. They were all the time getting peeved at each other and much hatred grew between us. It was unavoidable, because my people had great pride and humor. Yours had the jitters and wanted to shoot those who were laughing at them. Yet I still find you white people very amusing. I have to laugh at you because you never let yourself go. Every word to you is a completeness or else a long way off. You like to bludgeon the meaning of something to fit your own stupidity. It would serve you well to quit being so brittle."5

The Sacred Clown of the Salish people mentioned earlier made a trip to Hudson Bay, Victoria, to clown about the way her people were trading seal and otter skins for rum. The white company-men soon had enough of her, and when she was later found shot in the head, all her people figured that a white man did it. The Indians themselves strictly forbade doing any kind of violence to a Sacred Clown.

These Clowns were dangerous to tyrants and exploiters because they were so disorganized and so completely honest. They could see with the eyes of a child, and because of this, could spot a phony a mile away. They were sometimes called "destroyer of heroes." The white invaders hated them, of course, so it was either be killed or find a way to hide. Those who were killed are remembered with much respect by their people. Those who survived did so by learning to be Tricksters, to change their form, to become invisible if necessary.

A negative religious figure (such as the Sacred Clown) seems odd to most non-tribal people. Most Native Americans, however, LOVE the humor of it and tell stories about a mythic Trickster whose pranks and mishaps teach the tribe moral lessons. The Trickster takes many forms, but the favorites seem to be animals who are exceptionally curious, resourceful and adaptable—SURVIVORS, such as spider, raven, rabbit, owl, bat, coyote and crow. The stories are full of funny situations with the Trickster being mischievous, being in turn made a fool of, and even getting involved in obscene affairs.

"Mostly, Trickster likes pullin’ antics and tellin’ dirty jokes."6 

Perhaps it is this appreciation for the Trickster that has given the Native American the ability to survive against all odds. The Trickster makes a lot of mistakes, and usually has a hard time learning from them. However, She keeps on keepin’ on. She doesn’t drown Herself in despair, doesn’t kill Herself in frustration. She survives.

Trickster shows us how we trick OURSELVES. Her rampant curiosity backfires, but, then, something NEW is discovered (though usually not what She expected)! This is where creativity comes from—experiment, do something different, maybe even something forbidden, and voila! A breakthrough occurs! Ha! Ha! We are released! The world is created anew! Do something backwards, break your own traditions, the barrier breaks; destroy the world as you know it, let the new in.

Sacred Clowns function as the eyes of the Trickster in this world: mirrors in which we see our folly as well as our resilience. As the Salish clown said to the people who were seduced into the missionary’s church by the pretty, shiny mirrors he handed out,

"There are better mirrors—the mirrors in the eyes of the people you love."7 

We’re reflections of each other. When we begin to take ourselves too seriously, there is the Clown to give us a laugh! When we become too heavy with self-importance, there is the Clown to knock some of that load away and lighten us up! The power of the Clown is the power of life itself. Acknowledge the pain, then let it go. Don’t carry it around with you. Focus on the joy, the mystery, the happiness, the cosmic joke. When Clowns delight in eating and in sexual horseplay, they are showing this love of life.

It’s a little more difficult to spot a young clown than it is to spot a young warrior. Those who describe a child as being "too sensitive" need to be aware that the little one may be a Sacred Clown in the making. The child may be shy, or she may be a temperamental show-off, sometimes both in different situations. In any case, a young clown is an explorer in the world of emotions. She tests the limits of her feelings as surely as a young warrior tests the limits of her will. She can amuse herself for hours playing pretend games, exercising her fantastic imagination. She will often mimic animals in her play. Just as often, she will have an ear for music and a talent for drama. Physically, she will have an excellent sense of balance.

The initiation for a Sacred Clown happens as she realizes that even people who love each other can be cruel to each other, or that Life itself can be cruel. Her own intense reaction to a personal experience of abandonment, betrayal of trust, or shattered romance may result in extreme depression, emotional imbalance, a nervous breakdown, or (in extreme cases) a suicide attempt. A Heyoka remembers her initiation thus,

 "I didn’t care about my life or what happened to me. I didn’t realize it, but there is big medicine in that abandon."8 

If she can somehow find her emotional equilibrium, somehow go THROUGH the pain and come out on the other side, learn to dance on the knife edge of her own Soul, the experience becomes a gateway THROUGH the illusions of life and into the truth of life.

What is truth? This question propels the Clown into the sacred dimension. The Truth the Clown intuits is the interconnectedness of all life. She KNOWS (although she cannot prove) that no part is more important than any other part—no matter how big or how small—and that the tiniest change in one part produces a profound change in the Whole. She SEES (although she cannot explain) that imbalance or blockage of the Life Force is the result of a person or group believing themselves to be more important than another. And she can’t help puncturing that over-blown self-importance with her sharp humor!

A Clown becomes Sacred by opening herself. Like a child, she is vulnerable, fluid, and open to the Life Force. Unlike a child, however, she has learned to shield herself and move safely through an insane world by using masks, disguises, tricks and transformations. In a sane world, she might risk a bit more exposure.

Native Americans say that Sacred Clowns are great lovers of children, healing them and protecting them. In addition, one of their powers is to bring fertility to barren people and situations. If the Sacred Warrior personifies the Sun, the Sacred Clown personifies the Void—that great black openness of space, the great Womb from which we all are born.

In the Hopi Katchina ceremony, it is said that long ago the Sun was given the responsibility to people the earth, but that "it failed to lift itself,"9 preferring instead to follow its own personal ambitions and desires without regard to the tribe. 

For this reason, the responsibility to carry out the plan of Life was shifted to the Clowns.

In the Hopi ceremony, the Clowns do not appear until after noon, until "the sun reaches its zenith and is on its down slope."10

"First here was the Sun, who was young once and is now a grandparent of many powers. But the Sun will one day go into the Void. That’s the power of the Heyoka—the Void."11

The power of the Void is the power of wombness in us all, the power of true creativity. The power of being open is sometimes regarded as a weakness, but the Sacred Clown gives us this paradox: The weakest can be the most powerful. The dumbest can be the most wise.

"In a clown’s craziness, she can be obscene or test any of the existing structures and ideas to see if they are true and real—and she gets away with it. She herself is weak, but her very weakness is her power."12

In modern times, Clowns sometimes emerge into the public eye as comediennes, actors in guerilla theatre, critics, ritualists/artists/musicians who break the boundaries of "good taste" and aesthetics. But usually, they keep to the guise of normal, everyday people who know how to get other people to laugh at themselves.

If you decide to travel on this Path with a Heart, you’ll be travelling backwards! Remember, though, to look behind you (or in front of you) once in a while. It just could be that another Sacred Clown is clowning YOU up! And that could be worth a good belly laugh for sure!



by:  Peggy Andreas


Footnotes
 1.   Granny, from Daughters of Copper Woman by Anne Cameron, 1981, Press Gang Publishers, 603 Powell Street, Vancouver, B.C. V6 A1 H2, pg. 109

 2. ibid., pg. 108-114

 3.  Talayesva, Don C., Sun Chief: The Autobiography of a Hopi Indian, Leo W. Simmons, ed. New Haven: Yale University Press

 4.  Granny, from Daughters of Copper Woman, pg. 109

 5.  Agnes Whistling Elk, from Flight of the Seventh Moon, pg. 74

 6.  Philbert, Powwow Highway (Movie), 1982, Hand-Made Films

 7.  Clown, Daughters of Copper Woman, pg. 112

 8.   Agnes Whistling Elk, Medicine Woman, pg. 117

 9.  The Hopi Ritual Clown: Life As It Should Not Be by Hieb Louis Albert, 1972, University Microfilms International, Ann Arbor, MI, pg. 146

 10.   ibid.

 11.  Ruby Plenty Chiefs, Flight of the Seventh Moon by Lynn V. Andrews, 1984, Harper & Row, NY, pg. 185

 12.   Zoila Guiterez, Jaguar Woman by Lynn V. Andrews, 1985, Harper & Row, NY, pg. 121

Path of the Sacred Warrior

Hoka Hey!" exclaims the Sioux warrior riding into battle, "Today is a good day to die." A true warrior dares to do the impossible. She dares death and she respects death, both. A story about Native American warriors puts it this way,

    "Warriors live with death at their side, and from the knowledge that death is with them, they draw the courage to face anything. The worst that can happen to us is that we have to die, and since that is already our unalterable fate, we are free; those who have lost everything no longer have anything to fear."1

The Path of the Sacred Warrior begins with the awareness that we are mortal beings, that we are going to die. Knowing this, we can see our lives in better perspective. Knowing this, we can act ALWAYS so that we will be able to die centered, beyond fear, at peace with what we have made from the stuff of our lives. The goal is to live our lives well in order to eventually die well, so that what is eternal about us (our Spirit?) will be set free. We must each come to terms with our own personal Deaths. For instance, I like to think that my body is offspring of an act of love between my Spirit and the Elemental world. I like to think that MY death will be a final consummation and bittersweet orgasmic consumption of that love!

The Sacred Warrior walks her path with her Death at her side. And her Death makes Herself available to the Sacred Warrior as an advisor, teacher, and friend. This relationship with her Death calls the Sacred Warrior to be who she truly is, to live her life fully and completely, to use the power-from-within. As Agnes Whistling Elk says in the story Medicine Woman,

    "You can only be dangerous when you accept your death. Then you become dangerous in spite of anything. You must learn to see the awake ones. A dangerous woman can do anything because she will do anything. A powerful woman is unthinkable because the unthinkable belongs to her. Everything belongs to her, and anything is possible."2

In Native American lore, stories of warriors often reveal a childhood filled with inner turmoil and outward aggressiveness. Baby warriors are keen to explore the world and they don’t want anyone or anything to get in their way. They may fight with their siblings or test the parents mercilessly. Warriors often seem to have come into life with an excess of energy. Their temperaments are fiery; their wills, strong. A young warrior who is thwarted in her physical expression will almost certainly compensate with surplus mental or emotional energy.


    The story of the Tewa Cottonwood Warchief, Pohaha, illustrates this theme. Always angry when young, she rebelled when coaxed to do domestic work. Finally, her tribe consented to let her go to battle, where she distinguished herself mightily. After that, it was said, her constant anger disappeared and "she became a good woman."3 Her name, Pohaha, means "wet-between-the-legs-ha-ha" because of her habit of pulling up her dress to taunt her enemies with the fact that she was a woman! Eventually, the great Pohaha was elected "Warchief" by the elders. As War Chief, she would have to lead her people against enemies, protect them from sickness and treat them as her children. She took her charge seriously; and when she died, she left her mask and said it would represent her even if she was dead. "I will be with you all the time," she told her tribe, "The mask is me."4 The Cottonwood people keep her mask, and tell her story, to this day.


A young warrior is hard to control. But once that warrior is trusted with a challenging task, she is on her way to SELF-CONTROL. Native Americans begin the warrior-training with hunting lessons, along with basic wilderness-survival skills. They teach the young huntress a respect for her "prey." They show the young one that to learn from one’s Death (the Ultimate Huntress), one needs to develop humility, patience, and an ability to keep a clear head—or, at least, to clear one’s head, fast! The wilderness-survival training is a good idea for a Sacred Warrior—it gives her a true knowledge of her world, and of her relationship to it. It gives her Nature as her first Opponent. She learns that one cannot "compete" with such a powerful Opponent. Yet she also learns that this Opponent is a mirror to her own heart, and as such deserves respect and, even, love. From this realization, she goes on to learn self-defense and self-reliance.

Obviously, this is a path of courage. Native Americans call their warriors "Braves" for a reason. The more courage one showed, the more honored the warrior! "Braves" (both female and male) who rode into battle did not seek to kill the opposition. It was considered much braver to humiliate ("count coup on") the opposition by getting close enough to simply touch, or to capture the opposition’s ceremonial pipe, war bonnet, shield or bow.5 To kill another warrior was considered a dubious accomplishment. To kill "innocents" was considered cowardly. In ancient days, it is said that great warriors would not attack a camp, but would enter and be welcomed. They would be put up in the "enemy tipi" to rest and be fed. Then all the young warriors of the camp would come to challenge the great warrior, hoping to "count coup" but usually just lucky to hold their own. No doubt they received a few lessons in the holding.

"Capturing" (what we might call "stealing") became one of the greatest warrior feats. Since there was no idea of property, it was more like "reclaiming." This is where the White insult of "Indian-giver" originated. Entities (like horses) or places (like a forest or a plain) could not be "owned" by anyone; therefore they belonged to those who took care of them.

    In the modern world, our battles are usually fought in somewhat different arenas. Many writers and re-claimers of Herstory are Sacred Warriors, realizing that "The pen is mightier than the sword".

"Say you were a writer and you decided to pick Anaïs Nin as your worthy opponent.. You tried to beat her in creativity and ideas. In a sense, you would use her to see yourself. You don’t want her to fail—you would lose your model. What does a medicine person want you to do? They want to give away to you until you have power so that you can become a worthy opponent to another worthy warrior."6

What IS opposition, anyway? This question is central to the Sacred Warrior’s Path. It does NOT involve contempt. It is wasteful to feel contempt for people or other entities. A Native American warrior speaking to a group of White Americans put it this way,

    "You people have such anger and fear and contempt for your so-called criminals that your crime rate goes up and up. Your society has a high crime rate because it is in a perfect position to receive crime. You should be working WITH these people, not in opposition to them. The idea is to have contempt for crime, not for people. It’s more useful to think of every individual as another YOU—to think of every individual as a representative of the universe. Even the worst criminal in life imprisonment sitting in his cell—the center of him is the same seed, the seed of the whole creation."7

So what is the feeling that the Sacred Warrior cultivates within herself? Detachment is important.

    "Everyone who wants to follow the warrior’s path has to rid herself of fixation: the compulsion to possess and hold onto things."8

It is easy to see that walking with one’s Death at one’s side can help one remember that "you can’t take it with you." Besides, a fluid warrior needs to be free of burdens, needs to be free to think clearly, and move at a moment’s notice. She also needs to be able to live in the present. In order to cultivate detachment, a warrior develops her sense of humor and a great sense of resourcefulness. These become her shields. She can feel her strong and passionate emotions and then let them pass THROUGH her. She can laugh at herself.

But there is a danger in detachment. A warrior can become so self-reliant that she becomes arrogant and uncompromising. She becomes incapable of compassion. What brings the "sacredness" to the path of the Sacred Warrior is LOVE.

To the Sacred Warrior, Love is felt when the heart is open. Great warriors are said to have great hearts, and even the strongest, most skilled, most dangerous warrior becomes Sacred when she puts herself in service (as a Guardian or a Champion) to a child, a needy group, a holy place, a worthy task. MOST of all, the Sacred Warrior is at the service of those who truly require her. She does this not for them, but for herself. Her love and service are free, without attachment or expectation—unconditional. She knows, perhaps more than anyone else, that to truly love is the most dangerous and most daring act a Sacred Warrior can perform.

    An Apache maiden, Lozen, became a powerful and respected warrior. Expert in riding and roping, she was always able to bring back enemy horses. She was dedicated to helping her people. It is said that once she found herself alone in enemy territory with a young mother and her baby. She spent several gruelling months leading them to safety, when she could have just as easily rode away by herself. As she matured in her compassion, she began to develop the uncanny ability to determine the location of the enemy, and became a welcome voice at tribal strategy meetings.9

Throughout Native American lore, there are many such stories of big-hearted Braves. While they are much admired and honored for their hunting, fighting, and survival skills, they are even more respected and loved for their compassion and kindness.

In the past, Sacred Warriors battled for the protection and survival of their tribes, and for personal satisfaction. This is still true, but in our Age, the definition of "tribe" can vary. The Sacred Warrior who travels on "A path with a heart" must find her own sacred battlefield. The fight may be for justice, or peace, or respect—whether personally or publicly.

Many Sacred Warriors fulfill the Native American prophecy of the "Warriors of the Rainbow" that says,

    "When the Earth is sick and dying, all over the world people will rise up as Warriors of the Rainbow to save the planet."10 

This prophecy is furthered by the words of a modern Native American/Eskimo who says,

"Great are the tasks ahead, terrifying are the mountains of ignorance and hate and prejudice, but the Warriors of the Rainbow shall rise as on the wings of the eagle to surmount all difficulties. They will be happy to find that there are now millions of people all over the earth ready and eager to rise and join them in conquering all barriers that bar the way to a new and glorious world! We have had enough now of talk. Let there be deeds."11

By: Peggy Andreas
 
Footnotes
1. Quote from Don Juan, Yaqui Medicine Man, from The Fire From Within by Carlos Casteneda,    1984, Pocket Books, Simon & Schuster, Inc., NY.

2. Agnes Whistling Elk, from Lynn Andrews’ book Medicine Woman, 1981, Harper & Row, NY.

3. From the book Daughters of the Earth by Carolyn Niethammer, 1977, MacMillan Publishing Co., NY.

4. ibid.

5. Indians of North America by Geoffrey Turner, 1977, Blandford Press.

6. Agnes Whistling Elk, from Medicine Woman.

7. Mad Bear, from Rolling Thunder by Doug Boyd, 1974, Dell Publishing Company.

8. La Gorda, quoted from Carlos Casteneda’s book, The Second Ring of Power, 1977, Simon & Schuster, NY.

9. Daughters of the Earth, Niethammer.

10. Greenpeace literature.

11. William Willoya, Warriors of the Rainbow: Strange and Prophetic Dreams of the Indians, 1962, Naturegraph Publishers, P.O. Box 1075, Happy Camp, CA 96039.

Message from Grandmother Idjinni

(Note: The following was channeled by me from Grandmother Idjinni)

Beloved Kin,

IDJINNI am I--Dragonness. I have been called DAM.KI.NA and Danu, I am Priestess of Tiamat, Mistress of Anu, Mother of Enki, and Grandmother to millions of you.

Yes, we are related. Many of you carry Dragon-DNA within your bodies, while others of you are related to these Dragon-children. So we are all kin to each other. And I send my warm love to all of you, for surely love creates the best family of all!

I desire to speak of my own star-tribe--Dragonkind--and our interaction with this great Being which you call the Earth, and we call Tiamat. We Dragons came here eons ago, from several locations in the Milky Way Galaxy and beyond. We came to help the Earth achieve stability in her orbit. We also came to be a part of the great elemental energies mixing and merging and evolving here. We are always attracted to the chaos and confusion that accompanies a planet's emergence, and Earth's earliest times were certainly full of both! We greatly enjoy romping in the unformed, the unpredictable, the unexpected! To us, it is a great adventure, and also an advantage! Perhaps that is why you say that Dragons are flamboyant, eccentric, passionate, energetic, self-confident, vital, and commanding. We have also gotten the reputation among you for being fierce, greedy, arrogant, stubborn, and, well....ahem....loving to be in the limelight! Those who know us well, including ourselves, might call us noble, brave, meticulous, polite, intelligent, witty, erudite, thoughtful, and even peaceful! <smile> However, even though we are peaceful, we can defend ourselves properly. <bigger smile, with teeth>

We believe that Earth is a Dragon too, and that this great Dragon called to our race from the 4 corners of the Universe to participate in her changes. We responded enthusiastically to her call. For that reason, we are greatly connected with the gravity and elements and weather of this great Being---her "feelings" and her "moods," as well as her actual physical changes. Indeed, her changes are what we thrive upon, even though some of those changes can take eons to accomplish! Yes, we Dragons can also be very patient if the change demands it. <smile> And, of course, we normally live at a much different rate of vibration than the average modern Human (our lifespan can correspond to thousands of Human-years)....so our patience is something of which we can be justifiably proud.

Still and all, we enjoy the swift changes of storms, hurricanes and typhoons!! We revel in the surging of the ocean and we love dancing in blizzards and racing the crackling lightning to the ground! Sandstorms in the desert are so much fun to twirl in....and great shiftings of the Earth's crust feel like a roller coaster ride to us! We love to bathe in the hot lava of volcanos and we love to experience the surprise-thrust of mountains being born! A huge waterfall tumbling down a dangerous chasm beckons us like a lover, and we surf the waves of a tsunami for giggles!

In case you are thinking that our energy is boundless, I must tell you that yes, we DO appreciate time to rest and rejuvenate, too. After all of that strong activity and play, we Dragons relax just as completely! We love to curl up in the deep cool limestone caverns of the Yucatan, to snuggle in between the soft mountains of Appalachia or in a volcano crater on some remote island, to hover gently on the cloud of mist above Niagra Falls, and to sleep on a green bed of pine boughs, curled around the trunk of a very old tree deep in the heart of an ancient Korean forest. You might catch a glimpse of us as we rest, but we usually cast a "disguise" about ourselves...and sometimes what LOOKS like a mountain may actually BE a Dragon at rest! Our "disguise" is simply done--we simply "become" part of nature. We have great powers of visualization, and we can "see" ourselves "becoming" a mountain, a cloud, a mound of tree branches. We can merge ourselves with the natural environment so well because we love, know it, and understand it so well. One of our favorite places to rest is deep within the Earth, because there we can access the exquisite energy closer to her "heart." Sometimes we sleep for decades nestled in her bosom.

Dragons are connoisseurs of natural energy. We have been here much longer than most of the other species of animal on the Earth, so we have gotten very skilled at finding the "juciest" energy on the planet. Earth-energy (what you may call the Earth's magnetic field) is our specialty, and our favorite treat. Why do you think we live such long lives? <smile> It was by finding, tracking, and sorting through Earth's emanations that we helped this lovely planet stabilize herself. Today, you can find our "tracks" in ley lines, lines of magnetic force that are laid out in grid-form, criss-crossing the entire globe. These lines (and the intersections, where the force "pools"), are basically stable; but they can change drastically when the Earth is disturbed; for instance, if there is quarrying, cutting through hills, mountaintop removal, landslides, earthquakes, etc.

We can actually sense the magnetic currents of the earth with our bodies. We call these currents "Tiamat's Blood." Many of you who have inherited our DNA can also sense these currents. When one is "on-course" one can FEEL it in the bones! Animals and plants can also sense these currents, and animals (such as geese, honeybees, and whales) can find their way by sensing these currents. (Turquoise Water's note: This matches the theory of Harry Safari, who connects this ability with a physiological feature of a tissue with a substance in it called magnetite. This has also been found in Human tissue with the Ethmoid bone in front of the vertebrate skull.

See: http://blog.acemagnetics.com/2007/02/ley_lines_a_theory_by_harry_sa.html

But if the magnetic flow has been disturbed, both animals and plants will avoid the area! They will feel very uncomfortable there, and for very good reason. If they are forced to stay there, or, as some Humans do, simply stay there out of ignorance, they can slip into an imbalance themselves, and become sick or mentally disturbed. This has happened to a very few Dragons, too, who have gone insane because of it. There are ways of re-directing and clearing this energy, and of healing these unfortunate beings trapped there....but it is extremely difficult work, taking much skill and much time.

On the other hand, places where the healthy Earth-energy flows in its natural course are places of power. Beings of all kinds can sense this power, and are drawn to it. Often, one feels strangely changed as one travels along the flow, or rests at the confluence of these energies. Depending on the kind of and amount of currents flowing together, one may feel either energized or very relaxed. Or, perhaps, both at once! One may also be filled a strange euphoria or a simple feeling of joy. There may be a "tingling" feeling in the body. Healing may naturally occur. Often the quality of the energy is connected with certain water-courses or mineral content of the area. All of Nature plays with these forces, and they are the stuff and substance of what Humans call "weather patterns."

Emotions and feelings of all kinds are connected to these energy-flows, and these influence each other! In fact, these are made of the same kind of energy--electro-magnetic! Dragons love to dance and frolic in these vibrations. Human dancing, singing, chanting, drumming, music- making, love-making, praying, meditating, any activities that include rhythm coupled with emotional intent, can raise vibrations on these spots quite easily! Dragons are very attracted to these "heated" vibrations because heat itself is full of the random energy that Dragons love. <smile> And the Earth's molten heart pumps the primal rhythm:

Deep in my blood I feel the flow
of galaxies.
I sense the rhythm of the universe
Simple as a child's nursery rhyme.
Simple as rock and roll.
Simple as a primitive chant.
Together, we sing health.
Together, we sing strength.
Together, we sing energy.
We ARE the song, singing the universe alive.

In this very special time, we Dragons are beginning to come out of hiding to seek a partnership (again) with our kin in the Human world. Working as a pair (1 Human and 1 Dragon), we can accomplish much--not by rigid control or dominance--but, instead, by linking our unique talents together for the good of the Planet. We work well as individuals....and we will partner ourselves with strong, Dragon-like individual Humans who respect us and can match us in bravery, sensitivity, and wit.

Let me explain that we Dragons can appear differently, depending upon how we want to project ourselves, and how you want to see us. Our usual forms (that you have so wonderfully depicted in your art and storytelling) are projections of our power, strength and connection with the chaotic forces of Nature. They allow us access to the Nature-romping that I have described. We can appear in other forms, too, including tiny forms. We can easily appear in a "hybrid" form that is a combination of Dragon/Human--usually about 8-12 foot tall. Another of our forms is a basic Human form. For instance, you may have seen depictions of maidens chained to rocks, held captive by huge Dragons so that a particular male "hero" could rescue them. Originally, these depictions showed that the particular male was really the "usurper" of the Dragoness's freedom and authority---and both the maiden AND the Dragon were aspects of the same being! In the original version of this story, the maiden's "chains" were really necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings, and anklets, which Dragons love to wear, and of course, she wasn't chained at all. (Which isn't to say that, occasionally, a rogue Dragon didn't capture or fight with a Human. It happened, but very rarely.)

Dragons (male and female) love metals and stones of all kinds. This is simply a facet of our love for the Earth and our enjoyment of Earth-energy. We learned about smelting mineral ores while playing with volcanos! We love the way the different metals and stones resonate, and we can actually hear the "stories" they tell, ancient stories about the cosmos and the birth of the Earth, future stories about new places to explore. We also use the different resonations to bring out certain qualities of our own projections (especially our beauty!) and to bring to ourselves more ability to sense, to visualize, to perceive, to remember, to understand, to purify, to heal, to astral travel, and to simply FEEL. We also use metal and stone for protection of certain sensitive areas.

You may have heard that we Dragons hoard our treasures, but this is not so. We DO know of places where treasure is stored and hidden, though, and we can take you to it if you appreciate it as we do. These treasures often are stored in places where the Earth energy collects and pools, and this "charges" the precious objects with an extra-ordinary power, according to the intent and character of the Dragon who visits there most often. Your old faery tales of magic rings and magic cups, etc., are related to these "charged" objects, often gifted to a Human friend by their Dragon-partner.

Part of our love of metals is expressed in our bodily decoration...and many of the Human habits of decorating the self with precious metals (including coins) and metallic liquids has been inherited from your Dragon kin. Dragons also love music, and many of your musical instruments such as gongs, chimes, cymbals, bells, and metal horns were inspired by Dragons playing with their toys of metal and fire. Dragons are quite attracted to your new electronic music, too!

There are many ways that the Dragon DNA comes out in individual Humans. Physically, the Human may be born with a "caul" or a veil over the face. Dragons are born from eggs and the "caul" is a leftover aspect of the egg membrane. It is said that Humans born with a "caul" have extraordinarily high psychic ability, and this is another inheritance from your Dragon kin.

Dragons, in our usual form, have a tender skin covered with tough, shiny scales to protect it. In our other forms, we also use metals and stones as a form of protection. Humans who are prone to getting moles or other small, non-malignant growths on their skin, are often manifesting some Dragon DNA! They are trying to grow scales! Freckles are a mild form of scaling which often carries over to the Human form. Red hair, often associated with tender skin and freckles, can also be an indication of Dragon inheritance. It is interesting that a passionate temperament is also associated with this hair-coloring; that too is a Dragon trait! <smile>

As I have said, we Dragons love change and we love unpredictability. Life has always provided this for us, and we have always responded by being the unique, spontaneous individuals we are. We are definitely strange attractors! <smile> We ride Chaos as humans ride US, wave upon wave, particle upon particle! We know that if we just experience and learn from Chaos AS IT IS, without forcing any particular form upon it, a FORM WILL APPEAR. And it will contain a new symetry and coherence, a new surprise! That's the nature of the beast. And it is OUR nature, the Dragons' nature, and also YOUR nature, my beloved kin.

So let us together ride into the untamed future! <big smile> Let the Dragon Blood sing! Rrrrrrwwwwwoooooooooaaaarrrrrrrrrrrr! (Translation: "Let Freedom Ring!!!")


by:  Peggy Andreas

Spirit Guides: My Experience

My Creative Writing teacher (about 20 years ago) had just assigned to us: 'Imagine an entity who would symbolize to you great wisdom.' Then we were to write a dialogue with that entity in our journals.

My 'entity' turned out to be a Porpoise by the name of Rosa! I enjoyed our journal dialogues so much... .I could ask her anything, and she'd always end up give me good (if sometimes quite hilarious) advice!

One day, I was dialoguing with her when she said to me, 'Wait, I must assume another form in order to answer that question.' What was going on? She changed form into a beautiful and wise female 'presence' who has been with me since I was a very young child. The name of this 'presence' I called 'Saji.'

It turned out that Rosa was simply one aspect, or form, of Saji. I had always wondered why a porpoise would be named after a Rose...then I remembered that the Rose was one of Saji's 'symbols.' Saji, I finally comprehended, is one of my Life Guides (I have two of them, one female -- Saji -- and one male). Saji has always been there for me, through all my good times and bad times, to comfort me when I was young, and to guide me as I grow older. Her presence is total love, and I love her with all my heart. To me, she is the voice of the Goddess in my soul.

As I continued my journal dialogues, I found that Saji was there for me whenever I needed her. Sometimes, my male guide, Zohar, would come through---a completely different energy than Saji, but still full of love. I knew they were my Spiritual  Guides because they seemed to embody my 'ideal' Self, and they never steered me toward any kind of negativity, always toward love and positivity. And they never demanded that I 'obey' them. They simply communicated their perspective to me... and it was and IS a much wider perspective than I am usually able to see! And it was then up to me to decide whether to follow their advice or not. When I DID follow their advice, I always found a positive experience.

My Creative Writing teacher was interested in hypnosis as a creative writing tool, and he asked for volunteers to participate in his experiment. I readily agreed to be a volunteer. For 32 hypnosis sessions, we explored the world of my Guides, and met other Spirits also.

These Spirits included: Many of my own past selves, writers and other historical figures who had lived in the past and who we admired, extra-terrestrials, nature-spirits and elementals, dragons, unicorns, etc. One Spirit called itself (it was beyond gender) my 'Oversoul, ' and mostly showed itself as a bright light! I met Saji's teacher and was told that his name was Carrefour. I was curious about this and found that in the Vodou religion, Carrefour means 'crossroads' and is the Moon God.

I was a little concerned about Carrefour, as I had read that he sometimes has a negative aspect. Eventually, I came to realize that what is important is how *I* relate to him, because I feel that every Spirit I meet reflects something within my own soul. The Carrefour that I know is a Trickster spirit, and yet he is so full of love and compassion that he practically overflows with these qualities!

My subsequent research into Vodou has brought me a lot of interaction with that pantheon. I am learning a very positive path, but always there is much struggle against the prejudices associated with this ancient way. That is part of the challenge I have chosen in this particular incarnation. To me, these 'Lwa's' (as they are called in their own language -- also called Loa's) are ancestors who have progressed to the point of merging with world-Archetypes as interpreted through their own tribal mythology.

My own Past Lives often come to me and inspire me with creative ideas and projects. Some of them teach me (or, more accurately, remind me) what I have forgotten! They also help me recognize certain spiritual qualities in other people, which can come in handy when I am doing a reading or a healing. And they always bring with them Spiritual contacts that harmonize with the culture, mythology, and worldview of those past lives. Working with past life selves is simple -- as long as you remember that the PRESENT is where power resides. The purpose and work of the PRESENT LIFE is the most vital and most important.

Certain of my Guides and Past Lives also serve as 'Gatekeeper' when I am searching psychically for information and communication from other spirits. They keep it positive, healthy, and filter out any negative vibes.

One book that I found helpful in 'discerning' Spirits (and Lwa's) is Initiation: A Woman's Spiritual Adventure in the Heart of the Andes by Elizabeth B. Jenkins. In this book, Ms. Jenkins describes her spiritual quest in the Andes, and how she progressed from a worldview that was dominant/submissive to one that was more egalitarian. As a family therapist herself, she had a unique view of Spirit-Human relationships and she had a 'feel' for when they became dysfunctional. She explains her own spiritual lessons and how she went from a child-level to an adult-level in functioning on the spiritual plane.

In Ms. Jenkins' perspective (as well as mine) one becomes a member of a FAMILY of both human and spiritual beings. A family works together for the good of all, and Spirits assist only if invited and welcomed. As the Spirits participate and prove themselves as allies, they become part of the family, too. (You may substitute 'coven' for 'family' here, also.)

James Redfield, in his book The Tenth Insight: Holding the Vision, describes 'Soul Groups' that contain all the past selves of each individual human. These 'Soul Groups' contain all the knowledge that the individual has gleaned from life so far! As we move into the Aquarian Age, we find that groups are becoming more and more important in our spiritual evolution. Working with groups is challenging, but promises a great leap forward in our consciousness. As we work 'for the good of all, according to free will' (Thanks, Marion Weinstein!), we learn the meaning of spiritual cooperation, without the loss of individuality.

I enjoy groups that form themselves 'organically, ' and just come together in a natural way. As such, families can be defined as a group of entities who are have come together related to each other in intimate ways. Families have something intrinsic in common. And the families we create are connected by love.

Families do not always get along, nor are they always in the same mood. However, they ARE always close to each other, whether they are in group-formation or not. They experience kinship; that is, they recognize each other as 'my kind.'

In spiritual pantheons like Vodou, or in shamanic paths, one can be called by, adopted by, mentored by, and even married to, a Spirit or a Lwa. This is a more intimate connection and requires a greater level of commitment than just working together. One becomes, essentially, a priest or priestess of that Spirit or Lwa's specialty. This doesn't cancel out one's HUMAN parent, mentor or mate. However, it does require a certain amount of time that must be dedicated to the relationship between the person and the Spirit or Lwa. During this special dedicated time, the person and the Spirit/Lwa learn from each other and cooperate in channeling specialized energy through that archetype.

I have considered being a Priestess of a certain Spirit/Lwa, but have decided that I like to keep things more flexible. I like being able to have a variety of Spirits/Lwa's to relate to! This is similar to the way I like to relate to my human family and friends. I like a large variety, to bring out the different aspects of myself. (My Venus and Jupiter are in Aquarius, for those astrologically inclined!) I have had many varied incarnations, and I think that I am a very international person!

Other people may have kept to one culture during a lot of their incarnations and, therefore, relate with a smaller number of Spirits/Lwa's, in a closer and more intimate way. There is nothing wrong with that inclination, either. There are many ways to relate, and many ways to group. There are many kinds of families, but the ones we CHOOSE to create need to be those that encourage us, bring out our talents, support us emotionally, and merge with our own individual style!


by: Peggy Andreas

I am Enki and so are you!

This article is about the sharing of consciousness. 

Have you ever encountered 2 people....both of whom claim to have been the same person in a past life?  Usually a FAMOUS person or a HISTORICAL person, of course.

Of course, when one encounters a couple of these people, one’s mind starts to say, “Which person is the REAL incarnation of this Past Life?”  For instance, if one finds Nancy and Debbie both claiming to have been the female Pharoah Hatshepsut in a past life, one starts looking at Nancy and Debbie and trying to figure out who is more credible.

It is true that many people latch onto a famous historic or mythical personage because it reminds them of their inner experiences and past life memories.  Some of them identify with Queens or Kings or famous religious leaders or other famous people because it gives them a boost in confidence or self-esteem, or for other reasons....perhaps they want to develop the traits that the past life personage was famous for!  Or perhaps they were someone very similar, or close, to that being,

Atasha Fyfe, a past-life regressionist, speaks about why people, in her experience, sometimes remember being a famous historical or mythological person here:

http://www.healyourlife.com/why-do-people-so-often-think-they-have-had-famous-past-lives

But that’s not what I’m talking about.  I’m also not talking about the theory of “shards,” or any kind of “splitting” of a soul into parts or fragments.  I’m not talking about “twin souls” or “twin flames.”  I’m not talking about “walk-in’s.”

I agree with Shaman Imelda Almqvist  when she says: “You could never incarnate successfully with only half a soul,” and I will extend that to say that any fraction of a soul cannot incarnate successfully.  Each incarnating soul must be WHOLE to incarnate at all!

But what is a Soul?  For me, it is our immortal self, that never is born, and never dies.  It holds all of our experiences and it is enriched by them.

"At the end of the reincarnational cycle, the whole self is far more developed than it was before. It has realized and experienced itself in a dimension of reality unknown to it earlier, and in doing so, has of course increased its being."

                       --Seth Speaks, Session 556, Page 192

So, according to Seth, a Soul (whole self) can “increase its being.”  It can GROW! 

And HOW does it GROW?  According to Seth:

"You must realize that your personal self grows as naturally out of that universe as, in other terms, any star does, or any flower, or any oak leaf. You are a part of that system. AND WHEN YOU SEND OUT A PLEA, YOU DO INDEED SET THE UNIVERSE IN MOTION, SO THAT THE PLEA IS ANSWERED! And so do you also send help to others, often even when you are not aware of it, as a flower sends out help to someone simply because it is beautiful…”

So.....by being beautiful, by being naturally ourselves, we grow....and can then help others!

And....as Seth always stresses: THE POWER IS IN THE PRESENT.  The Soul (which is outside of Time) can express itself through our individual incarnation and work for the good of all, according to free will.  And it can play, enjoying its creativity and just living life with joie de vivre!

The closest thing to what I want to describe is called “multiple simultaneous incarnation.”  It is when a soul reincarnates many times in the SAME TIME FRAME.  The only time I’ve found it discussed is in studies of indigenous tribes, like this:

“Belief in the possibility that one person can return in or as several people at once, or multiple simultaneous reincarnation, is most widely reported for the Inuit and for some of the Northwest Coast peoples.  Among the Inuit the same person is sometimes said to be reborn in different communities.  Among the northern Northwest Coast peoples, contemporary belief in multiple reincarnation of the same person in the same community is common.  Belief in simultaneous reincarnation has been reported for the Haida (Blackman 1982, Stevenson 1974), Tlingit (de Laguna 1972), and Gitksan (Mills 1988a, 1988b).  It has also been reported for the Coast Salish (Mills 1988a: 44).  On the northwest coast the belief in multiple simultaneous reincarnation also reflects that many people would like to have a highly esteemed person return in their midst.  It is often considered impolitic to deny the claim of one's lineage members that the esteemed individual has also returned to their midst.  One chief held names in 5 houses.”

-Amerindian Rebirth: Reincarnation Belief among North American Indians and Inuit
by Antonia Curtze Mills, Richard Slobodin (page 28)

These multiple simultaneous reincarnations seemed to have happened when the tribe had special need for the traits of the incarnating soul.  (One could say, the tribe had need of that special natural “beauty”!!)

Of course, one could say that Multiple Simultaneous Reincarnations happen when the SOUL needs it, too....in order to have the most possible experiences that cause it to GROW because of the potential of the TIME FRAME! 

And so it is with Enki.  Even though he’s been around for a long long time, he still has much to learn.  And how better to do it than to send out Aspects of himself to incarnate through Time, and also, at the same Time.  And he has.....lots and lots and lots!  In fact, I estimate that there are thousands of aspects of Enki in this world at this time!  Maybe hundreds of thousands.  Maybe more than that.

Another way to explain this phenomenon is called “Aspect Psychology,” which is a theory of consciousness developed by Jane Roberts and described in her books, Adventures in Consciousness and Psychic Politics.  Her fictional writing, The Oversoul Seven Trilogy, explores Aspect Psychology through three novels about an “Oversoul” and the Aspects of that Oversoul and how they interact.

"Oversoul" is a term that was first used by Ralph Waldo Emerson.  Jane Roberts used it to describe an individual consciousness operating beyond time and space that projects itself into time and space in order to explore those systems.  It projects Aspects of itself, each a “whole,” each a unique individual.

Seth (the entity channeled by Jane Roberts) always stressed that “The Present is the Point of Power.”  According to him, all TIME (including past and future) exists in the NOW.  The Soul (or Oversoul) projects different Aspects in order to explore and grow from seeing things from each unique point-of-view.  These Aspects can be projected through different Timelines, and they can be projected WITHIN the SAME TIMELINE.

The idea of “Counterparts” is also covered in the Seth Material....and can easily happen in the same Timeline.  The Soul easily projects versions of itself into the “time-space continuum.”  And sometimes those versions meet and recognize their Counterpart relationship.

“(Seth’s words) So, counterparts exist, in your terms, at any given time in hisotry; and so are you indeed related, and there are no strangers, in deeper terms, upon the face of the Earth.

“You form your history.  You form your reality, and no one is thrust into a position which first was not accepted as a challenge.  And so you work out your problems and your challenges in whatever way you choose.....You have comrades, and you come, in your terms, to the Earth in a given time and place of your choice; and so do you reap and form the great challenges of your age.

“You are each individuals.  You are each yourselves.”

So, we wondered, after Seth withdrew, does this mean that you could literally have hundreds of counterparts?  “What if you ended up being every soldier in the whole Roman army?” Rob laughed. 
–Susan M. Watkins, Conversations with Seth: Book Two

One could say that the means of projection from the Soul (or Oversoul)  is similar to the projection of a Hologram.  If you cut a Hologram in half, each half contains whole views of the entire holographic image. The same is true if you cut out a small piece --- even a tiny fragment will still contain the whole picture.  Like a Soul, the image (I-Mage) of a Hologram cannot be split, but only multiplied.

Since each point in the object illuminates all of the hologram, the whole object can be reconstructed from a small part of the hologram. Thus, a hologram can be broken up into small pieces and each one will enable the whole of the original object to be imaged. One does, however, lose information and the spatial resolution gets worse as the size of the hologram is decreased — the image becomes "fuzzier". The field of view is also reduced, and the viewer will have to change position to see different parts of the scene.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Holography

This concept was brought home to me as I was reading about Berta Cáceres Flores, a Honduran who was martyred for protecting Rivers and Forests.  On the webpage of activists honoring her, they declare, “She didn’t die; she multiplied.”

http://hondurasresists.blogspot.com/2016/04/she-brought-us-here-bertita-did-women.html

In the book Inanna Returns, the author V.S. Ferguson posits that many of the Anunnaki (with the help of the “Snake people”) began to project themselves through time and space.  According to the book, they did this in order to make up for disconnecting parts of the human DNA in the beginning of their interaction with the humans.  They wanted to “liberate” humans, and by doing this, also liberate themselves.

“(Inanna speaks) I saw my future.  I would descend into human form, become human, and attempt to activate the divine gene in my selves.  I would separate myself in varying portions and take many incarnations.  I would dare to make myself vulnerable and be born into human flesh.  I chose a wide variety of experiences through particular bloodlines.  Even though I would descend into Earth time, I knew this Being of Light would always be with me, and I would never be truly alone again.”

Inanna then describes how she started to “ease into” the human experience, with the help of spiritual mentors (including a “Being of Light):

“I decided to begin slowly.  In the Himalayan mountains, there lived a group of humans who had banded together in search of wisdom.  By praying and meditating, they were hoping for a vision which might bring them truth.  As an experiment, I generated a holographic image of myself, slightly modified, and I appeared to them.  Wearing white robes, I surrounded myself with a modest amount of light and focused on the thought of Love shown to me by the great being.......Their innocence and gratitude caused me to love them, and the more I loved, the more solid I became.  I was a little afraid, but I could not help loving them.  Their joy was a sweetness I had never known.  As my physical density increased, I knew that soon I might forget, that I might not remember who I was or why I had come here.  I thought of all the others I would become.  The force of my loving and compassion set into motion one hundred lives.......as I ....descended onto Terra to experience all the limitations of flesh and blood.”

Of course, Inanna eventually forgot who she was and experienced many challenges and difficulties...as well as many triumphs and beautiful experiences....like any human! 

The book later describes other Anunnaki joining Inanna in her adventure: Ninhursag, and Enki, and then Ningal, Nannar, Utu, Ninurta, Ereshkigal, Nergal, and many others!  Often they would incarnate into their own bloodlines, incarnating into the lineages they had created and were already a part of. 

“As for their experiences, you’ll have to ask them.  Perhaps they are you.”

“We all knew the dangers that lay ahead of us.  We might never remember who we were; we might get lost.  We took a vow to help each other REMEMBER whenever and however possible.”

Enki calls it “Time Cloning.”  Clones can happen naturally—identical twins are an example. 

Enki already had a HUGE bloodline, and so he also needed a HUGE number of incarnations to match that!  He wanted to learn as much as possible in as many ways as possible.  He wanted to bypass the “only bloodline” kind of hierarchy, too.  He wanted to show that any being, no matter now big or how small, is important and worthy of our respect and love.  He wanted to be a part of the great “Age of Aquarius,” to join with all the beings on Planet Earth to bring a new world into focus, one where we all activate our Spirits and connect in Peace, Love, Unity, and Respect. 

Enki, and the others who may have been “famous” or “especially revered” or “royal” or in some way “special” are no longer so!  That is the ultimate truth of our PRESENT TIME.  We are, each of us, worthy of the love of All-That-Is, and we, each of us, are vibrations of light, of music, of love, of wisdom, of truth, of communion.  We are each “royalty” and we are each “the messiah.”  It is the Age of Aquarius, of equality, of freedom to be you and me.  In fact, more than this, it is the urgency of being you and me, because each of us is needed to do our part, to make the Vision real, to connect “Heaven to Earth.”

Next time somebody tells you that they were somebody “famous” or “mythical” or “historical” in a past life, use your own intuition about it.  You can regard them on many different levels.  You can get a clue to how they see themself...and how they want to grow.  You can understand their motivations.  You can encourage them to embody the best traits of their Soul, and to let go of their fears, guilts, and other feelings that may hold them back from accessing the LOVE that is at the center of EVERY Soul.  And you can love them, whether your intuition agrees with them or not.

So do I put my hands on my heart and then open them to you.  We are all kin.  We are all neighbors.  We are all each other’s friends, brothers, sisters, keepers. 

Look into the eyes of the next person you see, and you may see your own Soul reflecting back to you.  We are, indeed, each other.  And we are here together, HERE and NOW.  Let us begin our new journey “on the level,” as we walk, together, into this exciting and beautiful new world. ;-)



by:  Peggy Andreas


RESOURCES:

Regressionist Atasha Fyfe:
http://www.pastlivesglastonbury.co.uk/

Shaman/Artist Imelda Almqvist:
https://imeldaalmqvist.wordpress.com/

Jane Roberts (Channeler/”Speaker” for Seth)
http://www.sethlearningcenter.org/

V.S. Ferguson, writer of Inanna Returns
http://inannareturns.com/

Opening of the Heart:
http://www.alunajoy.com/2007nov.html

How to Deal with a “Famous Past Life”
http://www.healpastlives.com/future/rule/rurehist.htm


Books:

Inanna Returns by V.S. Ferguson (You can download this book for free on her website
http://inannareturns.com/)

The Education of Oversoul Seven by Jane Roberts (part 1 of the Oversoul Seven Trilogy)

Adventures in Consciousness and Psychic Politics by Jane Roberts

Magic Past Lives by Atasha Fyfe

Discovering your Past Lives by Gloria Chadwick

Expressions of the Oversoul

 It's worth noting that neither Jane Roberts nor Seth coined the word "oversoul". It comes into the English language via Emerson, with whose works Jane must have been familiar. Emerson's friend Noah Webster was inspired by him to include the neologism in his Dictionary, where the first definition read: Oversoul (n) "the spiritual element of the universe which is infinite and from which finite souls draw their being and support". Jane's usage, of course, is different. The oversoul becomes an individual consciousness operating beyond time and space that is at the same time the con-soul (my coinage) of a group of personalities.

– Robert Moss

“Oversoul” is a term that Jane Roberts, the innovative writer and psychic used. Think of your myriad reincarnational selves as planets in a solar system. The Oversoul is the Sun! The Oversoul exists “outside of time” and can operate in a frame-of-reference that is 5th dimensional and beyond. The Oversoul serves as the Heart-Center, maintaining contact with all the expressions of itself through time. For this reason, I like to think of the past, present, and future as Expressions of the Oversoul.

Jane and Seth (the Spirit she channeled) always stressed this basic maxim: “The Power is in the Present.” This is true with reincarnation especially, for we can only use the information we receive from reincarnational memories in our own present. Your different incarnations experience their own “presents” and in their own characteristic styles. As a Pagan artist, I like to think of each incarnation as an artwork of the Artist/Oversoul. Others may see their different incarnations as stories, each told by a Master Storyteller. Still others may find each incarnation as a game invented by a Mistress Inventor. These artworks, stories, and games often draw on each other for inspiration, and even overlap at times.

It makes no difference how you view the creative process of incarnating. The essence of the process is creativity. Creativity means learning to know the self, expressing the self, sharing the self with others, and letting go of parts of the self that are ready to be released. At its most advanced form, this process is pure, natural joy.

Time is simply a dimension (the 4th dimension), like length, width, and depth are dimensions. Through inter-dimensional interchange, different Expressions of the Oversoul can communicate and share with other Expressions of the Oversoul. I have learned that as I find out about my other incarnations, I develop relationships with them. Certain of my Expressions were “unfinished” in one way or another; and maybe in this life, if I choose, I can “finish” them in a creative way. Others seem to have resolved themselves, and those provide me with a foundation and a fountain of spiritual nourishment combined with practical knowledge...almost like having a psychic family to share their experiences with me.

Occasionally, people form an intense attraction or repulsion (or both!) to certain of their incarnations. It can become an obsession. If you find this happening to you, remember that obsessions can be turned to creative advantage. Instead of torturing your friends with constant harping on your particular penchant, you can work with that Expression in a creative union, a partnership, a collaboration.

Writing is a good way to work in such a partnership between dimensions. The two of you can create dialogues, stories, novels, and, as the threads begin to weave a pattern, you will find that you can work out any “kinks” that have echoed between your two magically-entwined lives.

Remember, always, that “love finds a way” — and DO love your Oversoul’s myriad Expressions as you love yourself! With this kind of intense relationship, you must remember not to be too hard on yourself or your partner in a destructive way. Also remember, however, that it’s good sense to work hard if you have a lot of energy to work out. Check yourself as you work to see whether your actions are resulting in something positive for you both. If not, stop and ask for guidance.

Spirit-guides are becoming known by many people, but did you know that everyone had at least ONE incarnation which is a direct-access bridge to the Oversoul? At least that’s what my guides have told me. As you discover your own incarnations, you will most likely find that a certain incarnation seems to bring the different melodies of each Expression into one big harmony. That is, you’ll have an incarnation that is so plugged into the Oversoul that a spiritual attunement can occur. Some would call it an “enlightenment.” This particular incarnation can be a great source of self-understanding, but rather than a guide, this incarnation can be more like a friend, a friend who has been through many of the same experiences that you have, one who has a “new” way of perceiving life/death/eternity, one who has “graduated” and is a beginning student in a “new school.” It is likely that this bridge-self may make mistakes from time to time, but any beginner knows that is the way to learn!

There are countless ways to use the awareness of Expressions of the Oversoul to enrich your everyday life. The way we experience the basics of food, clothing, and shelter is culturally learned, but our memories of other Expressions can bring deepened meaning into these experiences. Establishing links from your own personal Expression to other Expressions of your Oversoul can enhance the enjoyment and sharing of everyday activities—for instance, cooking!

In one of his books, Dick Sutphen (a past-life regressionist) describes how his friend, the artist Paladin, often channels other Expressions when cooking. He tells of one particular delicious dinner they shared where Paladin channeled an incarnation from ancient India. The dish included almonds. “Almonds were worth a man’s life in my time,” the Indian incarnation told them through Paladin’s lips. Ruth Montgomery, a metaphysical storyteller, writes of remembering an incarnation where, as a hermit, she cultivated and ate almost nothing but Butterbeans, for which she retains a great love, relish and respect even to this day!

If you wish to draw out a certain attribute in yourself, sometimes an article of clothing or adornment from another Expression will help—especially if that article has a special symbolism for you. For instance, I like to wear sashes and clothes that swirl when I move. This seems to harken back to a time as a dancer, and it seems to draw out a certain grace in my own movements.

Living spaces, gardens, and various environments will also call certain Expressions to the fore. You may find that you want to create spaces where you can enjoy the arts, crafts, and celebrations of a “remembered” culture or group of cultures. In fact, sensitivity to cultures other than your own can be enhanced by getting in touch with your other Expression and delving into this kind of study can bring a heightened awareness of your own culture. The more cultures you can truly appreciate, the more you can feel kinship with your brothers and sisters on the planet.

Getting in touch with “future” Expressions is a unique adventure that can be exciting! All is undiscovered, and inventions and inspirations often occur when the “future” is “remembered.” This is a fun way to work toward solutions for modern problems such as pollution, the population explosion, and war.

By expressing your Expressions, you may begin to uncover certain dominant themes that seem to run through and connect all your lives like repeating colors or patterns through an intricate tapestry. These repeating themes are your real connection to the Oversoul from your own perspective. These themes are often expressed through extremely mundane matters—food, shelter, clothing, relationships to others on the planet, etc.; but sometimes the smallest things have the deepest meaning!

Simplicity is the core of the Oversoul. As we express the Variety of our Being, the Oversoul expresses the simple Unity. To give, accept, and embody Love—this is the Oversoul’s work; and the Oversoul always works for the good of all, according to free will. Blessed Be in the Expressing!

by:  Peggy Andreas

Prosperity for Starseeds

“Live Long and Prosper,” says the fictional Star Trek character Spock, in a traditional Vulcan greeting.  I’ve liked that greeting since I first heard it; and I use it myself from time to time.  My favorite affirmation, when beginning the day, is “May I prosper all I meet; may all I meet prosper me.”  It helps keep me focused on the wonderment of life’s goodness and the enjoyment of everything that life has to offer.

Many Starseeds find themselves challenged with finding a steady sense of Prosperity in their lives.  Why is this?

There could be any number of reasons.  Starseeds often feel oppressed by others on this planet....and, conversely, they often feel responsible for others on this planet!  Either way, they are not paying attention to their own energy.  And this is what is needed to be prosperous.

Our natural energy, when we let it, connects us with All-That-Is.  If we feel threatened or attacked, we shield that natural energy, compress it, or keep it hidden somehow.  If we feel responsible for others, we use that energy on their behalf.  This depletes us and takes away the learning that others need to do for themselves.

Neither of these two options works for prosperity.

So, what DOES work?

1.  COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS EVERY DAY; BE GRATEFUL
For me, the most important part of my Prosperity work is to say "thank you" to All-That-Is, to the Universe, for my blessings.  And we all have good things in our lives, even if it is just sunshine, flowers, air, water, or loving friends and family.

Express your gratitude.  It could be to a God, Goddess, Great Spirit, Saint, your own Greater Self, your Oversoul, your Angel, All-That-Is, the Universe, the Multiverse, etc.  Or you can address your thankfullness directly to the Earth, the Sun, the Moon, the Stars, a Tree, a Lake, the Ocean, etc.  If you have trouble with the words “gratitude” or “thankful,” then simply say, “I am so happy you are here.”  If words are inappropriate, you can use a gesture.  I like to open my arms, and then bring my hands to my heart.  Another beautiful gesture is to throw a kiss.  Or simply touch the Earth and thank this lovely planet for being here.

What IS important is to be truly grateful. In many ancient tribal traditions, Gratitude is connected to the Wisdom of Life, and is often connected to the North Direction, the Direction of the Ancestors.  The Hawaiian practice of Ho’oponopono is also good to use.

Everyday, find something to be thankful for.....and state your thankfulness. Stating it out loud makes it even more powerful.  Singing, chanting, dancing, drumming, etc. your gratitude makes All-That-Is take notice.  You can also include an offering as a “thank you,” for instance, thanking the birds for their beauty and song by giving them some birdseed every once in a while.

A further exercise....when you are paying your Bills, be thankful for the people who trust you by giving you utilities, goods, etc. and trusting you to pay them. Thank them as you pay your Bills and bless your Bills as you send them out into the world. 

As the money circulates, so does the good feeling! And those good feelings DO come back to you....... ;-)

Prosperity is a way of living and thinking,
and not just having money or things.
Poverty is a way of living and thinking,
and not just a lack of money or things. "
—Eric Butterworth

2.  GET THAT STUCK ENERGY MOVING

When we are grateful for what is in our life, we value it.  And when we value something, we take care of it.  So make sure you take care of the place where you live, your “food, shelter, and clothing,” your environment, and your own body.  Housekeeping is a great way to integrate prosperity energy into your environment.  Clear out all negativity and invite positive energy into your space.

If you have a place where dirt or clutter has been building up for a while, cleaning out that place can really rev up the prosperity energy.  For instance, cleaning your oven or your garage. (Perhaps sprinkle some powdered cinnamon or allspice on your carpets before vaccuming!)

http://newworldwitchery.com/2011/01/04/blog-post-113-%E2%80%93-spiritual-house-cleaning/

Just like clearing out your chakras periodically, it’s a good idea to go through your material “stuff” and recycle what you can, give away what you don’t need, and help the energy to get moving!  And it makes you feel good if you can give something to somebody that really can use it.  Dispose of so-called “junk” in the appropriate way. 

You can even expand this gesture to include your community.  You can join with others to clean up the neighborhood by picking up litter or helping to organize recycling campaigns.  You can organize a community yard sale.  If you are creative, you can think of many ways to take care of (and beautify) your local area, or an area for which you have a special feeling.


3.  UNDERSTAND THE SOURCE AND THE PURPOSE OF MONEY

What IS money, anyways? There are many theories as to how money came to be.  Perhaps money is a way that “logical, mathematical” minds separated the FLOW of Prosperity into PARTICLES that could be counted and quantified.

In modern times, money is a a symbol and a "place holder" of the Energy of the Community. We share the wealth of our resources through these coins and pieces of paper and plastic that represent something precious. Those who have a lot of money have the power of the community in their hands. What they DO with this power is important to note!

We can liberate money from any kind of negativity; we can free money from its mastery over us.  Money can be our friend.

Often we block prosperity from our lives because we believe in scarcity. We're taught there are a limited number of pieces to the pie and if we get more, others will have less. But everything is energy and the universe is infinitely abundant with energy, so there are no real limits to what can be created.   (Pamala Oslie)

Money is not the only condition of prosperity, of course. One can tap into many resources. I can walk down the street, completely broke, and meet a friend who has an extra meal to share. I can meet someone who needs a roomate and can give me work to do, in order to pay for the room. Ideally, my work for them will be just as needed as their help for me!

What keeps many people from working with money successfully is the way we have been programmed from birth to FEEL about money.  We typically hold plenty of emotions and beliefs about money...many of which tend to conflict with each other!  It can be difficult to get a handle on our own deep (sometimes unconscious) fears about money; but it is essential if we want to get to the root of our problems.

“Money in many ways still remains a taboo subject. We’re taught it’s impolite to talk about how much something cost or how much money someone earns.  It’s a powerful symbol representing many different things to many different people. It can symbolize the comfort of being taken care of and loved, as well as bring up issues of dependence and survival. It can symbolize power, control, adoration or seduction.” (Dr. Robi Ludwig)

In order to create an openness to prosperity, we first must examine our personal feelings and beliefs to see if we are setting up any roadblocks to our goals.  For instance, many people believe that “Money is filthy lucre.”  Or “Rich people tend to be corrupt and selfish.”  Or “To walk a spiritual path you should give away your possessions.”  If one agrees with these statements, one may be rooted in attitudes that prevent one from moving ahead in one’s job, from receiving financial windfalls, or simply from making enough money to live comfortably or provide for one’s family.

Often, the beliefs we’ve been taught can contradict each other:  ''If you work hard you'll be all right'' — but ''You shouldn't want money too much.'' And ''Money is a good thing to have, it's okay to have a lot of money — but it's not a good thing to want it!'' ''You must be financially independent, but money is the root of all evil.''

Probably the deepest feelings come from what Prosperity Consultant Phil Laut called “Inherited Purpose.”  This is the (mostly subconscious)  purpose that you got from your parents/guardians/teachers:. ''Be strong and don't feel,'' ''Take care of others before yourself,'' ''Don't make us ashamed of you,'' “Don’t make mistakes,” ''Don't disappoint anyone,'' and so on.  Phil admitted that his own “Inherited Purpose” was “to make up for what I thought my father lacked.”

As Starseeds, we may become further aware of purposes inherited from past lives or other dimensions, too.  Keep peeling back those layers so you can get at those inner blockages and deterrents to your own ability to function freely and abundantly!

Phil says, and I agree with him, that there is a congruence between Spirituality and Money. Earning the income you prefer from work that satisfies you is the expression of this congruence.  Our true purpose....our bliss....comes from within.  Once we get clear with that, we are well on our way to true Prosperity.  When we find our true purpose, we can align our inner energies—our passion, creativity, attention, and will—with the power of the universe itself to make manifest our UNIQUE spiritual path.

One attitude that really squashes our ability to be Prosperous is Cynicism, which is really a kind of way to suppress your own creative nature.  You don’t have to believe in anything... but let your mind be open enough to entertain possibilities.

"Cynicism is often seen as a rebellious attitude in western popular culture, but in reality, our cynicism advances the desires of the powerful: cynicism is obedience." –Alex Steffen

Once we heal our relationship with money, the energy we create with it will fill the world with love.  Barbara Wilder goes so far as to note “Money is Love” on every check she writes. Can we truly infuse money with love?  Why not?

“There is no difference in manifesting a parking space or a million dollars.  The only limits to your magic are those you impose upon yourself.”  (Laurie Cabot)

Laurie believes that self-esteem and proper self-love are at the core of successful magic and successful living.  She suggests that working on expanding these qualities in yourself will naturally bring you more prosperity and creativity.  You will be able to give more to your community and will naturally get more back from your community.  The flow will be more positive.

"To me, true prosperity begins with feeling good about yourself. It is also the freedom to do what you want to do, when you want to do it. It is never an amount of money, it is a state of mind.." (Louise Hay)

4.  WORK FOR ESSENCE, NOT FORM

I have found that when we don’t reduce our desires to specific forms, we open ourselves up to options that may be much better for us!  We open ourselves to Synchronicity, to Magic, and to opportunities that may be totally unexpected, but fit us to a “T.”

That doesn’t mean we can’t work for specific forms, we can!  But when we ask for something specific (say, a certain car like a 2015 Porsche), we can add “or something better!” 

One way we can work for essence is to get to the source of our FEELINGS on what we want or desire.  For instance, we may think we want a specific kind of house in a specific kind of neighborhood or location.  But when we get in touch with our FEELINGS, we may simply want a feeling of comfort, connectivity, privacy, and a linkage to the elements of Nature.  We can give that FEELING a “color,” perhaps Green or maybe even a descriptive color like “EARTHY.”  That way, whenever we start worrying about where we will live or how will we find the right place, we can think of our “color” and relax into that.  If our FEELINGS are aligned with our goals, then it will be easy for those who are looking for us to find us and connect with us.  That way, everybody wins!

It also helps if, every so often, to give some money and resources to further work which you feel is important.  Or just to do some good in your community.  As my mother taught me:  if you give to others, it will come back to you.

"A sense of abundance gives us the freedom to participate fully in our lives by doing what we can to assist others. If we do not ourselves feel rich, how can we give to others what has been given to us? In this way, abundance becomes the rainbow shining through the storm, the promise of our divine destiny." (Rick Jarow)

There are lots of ways to keep focused on the positive power of Abundance.  Use the healthy sensuality of our earthly existence: sounds, smells, images, textures, tastes, etc.  Some people like to wear a little bell or jingles to remind themselves that Prosperity is all around them.  Catherine Ponder has a saying, “There is gold dust in the air!!!"  That’s a good image that resonates with me. An image can be placed where you will see it, often!  Some people use herbs.....like Basil which, carried in the wallet or purse, emits a lovely scent that reminds many of richness and strength.  Also, wearing a  scent like “Gypsy Queen Oil” (available from Fat Chance Belly Dance Catalog–it contains Sweet almond oil and a variety of essential oils such as sandalwood, patchouli and lavender) can remind you how you truly deserve a life of prosperity.  Or eat foods that will cause your body/soul to more easily manifest what you need.  This is a creative endeavor and it can be so much fun to discover our positive reminders for Prosperity!

                                      http://www.alchemylab.com/guideto.htm

I have learned a lot from Marion Weinstein’s book, Positive Magic, in which Marion teaches that the best and most effective work is for the good of all only, and according to free will--Thus harming none.

This is totally in line with the oldest spiritual teachings of the many religious traditions, including the Talmund, which says,"True wealth is abundance that does not create scarcity."  Many ancient tribal cultures place Goddesses as rulers of the Marketplace...like Oya in Western Africa!  Indeed, true wealth means that when we become more prosperous, so does our world and our local community.  This is because, like true spiritual Kings and Queens, we serve each other and through each other, All-That-Is.  And each of us is a true spiritual King and Queen.

Our career (which often consists of several jobs that hone our skills, and many experiences that teach us what we can give to the world) is something that can be part of our Prosperity.  We need to remember, though, whatever we do at any time, we can bring our own Spirit into the world with love and goodness.  For instance, one might feel a calling to be a Healer.  However, one’s talents may be in Music!  Well, perhaps our Music can provide a catalyst for healing for many people!  Even people working mundane jobs (for instance, as a grocery clerk, mailman, or secretary) can bring love to others who need it and lift the spirits of their world.

“As you open to Love, you are opening to Love Energy in the form of money and abundance in all you need....keep working on your heart opening exercises and know that you are open to receive money, a good job, prosperity and financial security.” -- Anne Jones

5: LET GO, RELAX, and SURRENDER TO THE SEA OF YOUR GREATER SELF

"Money is the visible sign of a universal force, and this force in its manifestation on Earth works on the vital and physical planes and is indispensable to the fullness of the outer life. In its origin and its true action it belongs to the Divine." -- Sri Aurobindo

Why are we here on Earth?  For many reasons, I’m sure.  However, the main reason is just TO BE.  And if we are going TO BE, why not BE JOYFUL?

When I think of JOY, I think of the earthly elements.  When I was born here, my body joined with the elements and TOGETHER we are creating a life on Earth that is limitless in its Joy.

Water is a lot like money!  If you let go of your fear and relax, water will hold you up.  You can float on its infinite goodness.  You can swim in its support.

Fire is a lot like money!  You can enjoy spending it and using it to keep yourself and others warm and dry and beautiful.  You can try out ideas with it and even have fun playing with it!  It is a source of creativity and fun.

Air is a lot like money!  It moves around in many quick ways.  It can bring messages and changes into our life.  It can be used to communicate and to connect with others in positive ways.  Its nature is to circulate, so that whatever you contribute will come back to you in some shape or form.

Earth is a lot like money.  Like the Pentacles in the Tarot deck, money can bring a foundation to our life and to our family.  If we feel financially secure, we can build on that and enjoy the material aspects of life so much more, sharing them with others, and using them in alignment with good solid principles of life, love, and joie de vivre!

Which brings us to “the Fifth Element,” that some call Spirit, or “The Force,” or “Magic,” etc.

Tosha Silver is a teacher of Alignment with Divine Energy, however you perceive “The Divine.”  It could be God or Goddess, All-That-Is, or your own Higher Self ( or Expansive Self, as I like to call it).  Tosha notes that many people become frustrated with the popular so-called “Law of Attraction” when it doesn’t work as they expect it to work.  She says that they reach a point where they become so EXHAUSTED chasing desires that they become radically open to another way.  At that stage in their development, they begin feeling “a profound longing to open to the Divine.”  She calls this “Stage 4.”  Then what happens:

Stage 5: You start to see that by holding a high vibration aligned with the Divine, everything that NEEDS to happen, really DOES. Trying to manifest stuff feels like an old, exhausting burden. Desires are offered over to the Divine rather than clutched. A feeling of peace arises as you let go.

Stage 6: Alignment with the Divine slowly grows. Miracles accelerate. Trust comes that the Universe actually knows what it's doing, has your back, wants to lead the way for you, and loves you madly.

Stage 7: You discover that some of those deepest desires were actually the Divine Plan all along. (And the ones that weren't you no longer wish anyway). The Universe just wanted you to learn to let go, relax, surrender, and receive.

Optional but Exceptionally Lucky Stage 8: You no longer care much anyway since along the way you fall madly in love with the Divine too and begin to want what S/he wants ...even if it's the same as You. The longing to serve Hir starts to take over; you want to give in ways you never dreamed possible and to be useful to Hir. And S/he answers your prayers.

Tosha calls this “living with OUTRAGEOUS OPENNESS,” and it does work!

Fears and resistance about money can be released by surrendering — often a tough concept for those who have been "successful" by the usual standards of society. Releasing fears and resistance is more empowering when you open to wellness and abundance and prosperity, rather than being preoccupied with overcoming sickness and poverty. Being attentive to personal development and growth is another powerful focus of attention. You release by letting go. Relief comes by no longer resisting.  (Jeanie Marshall)

And remember, RELAX and have fun!  Learn to know your Intuition and learn how it works!  How does it feel when it “rings the inner bell”?

"After all, who among us doesn't know that anxious and tense people emit a particular scent? Who doesn't notice how open, deeply intuitive people radiate a certain innate sexiness? Have you never been inexplicably drawn to someone simply because of their lucid, palpable, bright-eyed connection to the exact moment they're in? There you go.

"Wait. Be not mistaken. There is no lighthearted panacea here. Fluffy maxims like "be more present" and "notice the opportunities around you" may flit around happily in this realm, but the truth is, opening yourself to deep reality and defeating endless anxiety and dread is, for many, furiously difficult. Requires practice. Dedication. Time. Years. Lifetimes. Particularly when faced with the biggest cosmic paradox of all: luck likes you best when you're looking for it the least. How utterly fortunate is that?"  (Mark Morford)

6.  The Future of Prosperity

Then one day in 1975 my teacher, Russell Schofield, introduced me to a brand new idea. He said that in the new era, which we were then approaching, and now, twenty-seven years later, are on the very cusp of, humankind would begin to understand prosperity in a new light. He said simply that it was time for the good guys to have the money. He told me that a new ray of energy was being brought into the earth from the spiritual planes, which combines abundance and goodwill for all.  (Barbara Wilder)

We are living in a very interesting time.  The meaning of Prosperity itself is changing.  Knowing the history of money is important, because if we know how the system started, we can more easily participate in changing it, or perhaps inventing new ways of energy sharing and energy exchange in this world.  We can take the best of the old and combine it with the best of the new in unique ways!  And we can share this uniqueness with each other.

There are many ideas that may appeal to Starseeds and others who are looking to create futuristic systems.  There are also many ancient ideas that may have renewed relevance in light of a spiritual view of money.

Some interesting ideas:

*The Sacred Marketplace

“We are on the cusp of a new era in human history. The old order is fighting desperately to maintain its domination, but it won't win because its time has passed. A new balance is coming into human experience. To help facilitate the new alignment, we can begin to create a sacred marketplace – one based on love not fear – simply by changing the way we think. When enough of us have made this change in consciousness the human race will make a quantum leap that we can only just begin to imagine.” (Barbara Wilder)

          http://www.barbarawilder.com/pages/articlesMarketplace.html

*The Slow Money Movement

“To catalyze the flow of capital to local food systems, connecting investors to the places where they live and promoting new principles of fiduciary responsibility that “bring money back down to earth.”

https://slowmoney.org/

*Social Entrepreneurs and Green Business

“Calling all socially conscious entrepreneurs, mission-based business owners, authors, trainers, coaches, independent professionals, and love-driven agents of social change!”

https://bioneers.org/greening-businesses-of-all-sizes/

https://www.ashoka.org/en-us/focus/social-entrepreneurship

*Public Bank Solution

“The benefits of bank credit can be maintained while eliminating these flaws, through a system of banks operated as public utilities, serving the public interest and returning their profits to the public.”

http://ellenbrown.com/books/the-public-bank-solution/

*Contributionism: 

Michael Tellinger presents a model for a new social structure called CONTRIBUTIONISM – A World Without Money – based on the African philosophy of UBUNTU and proposes how we should move from a moneydriven society to a society driven by people, their talents and their passion for life. Where everyone contributes their natural talents or acquired skills to the greatest benefit of all in their community – and money has no meaning.

http://enkispeaks.com/michael-tellinger-on-anunnaki-goldworks-in-africa-illuminati-debt-enslavement-sonar-technology-the-contributionism-movement

These are just a few NEW WAYS of looking at Prosperity as we, together, create a new world.  It’s certainly a challenge to remain open and connected to our intuition while dealing with the daily give-and-take of energy-exchange.  It is nothing but the ultimate task of growing up and taking our places as MATURE SPIRITUAL BEINGS balanced in the CENTER of our POWER, TOGETHER, FOR THE GOOD OF ALL, ACCORDING TO FREE WILL. 

Rick Jarow, in his Anti-Career Workshop, brings us to the CENTER of that ultimate challenge, which he locates in the third (GOLDEN! Manipura/Solar Plexus) Chakra:

"We can receive guidance revelation; that is our divine birthright.  We can receive guidance in an innumerable variety of forms.  But the guidance we receive may not be for anybody else.  We do not have the license to force our vision on anybody else.  Moreover, as I've said before, a true vision needs to be brought down, shared, and tested in the marketplace.  Now think about this:
In the history of the world as we know it, no revelatory tradition has been part of a democracy.  Revelatory traditions tend to lend themselves to authoritarian hierarchies..  And one of the great challenges we face in our time is to open to the energy of revelation and direct intuitive reception, as we simultaneously remain open to the energy of democratic interaction. sharing and respecting the visions of others.. . . .Therefore, you can listen to anybody.  You can receive information from anyone.  But YOU are the final arbiter of what is true for you, what is not true for you.  If it resonates for you, you take the information and you make it your own.  And if it doesn't resonate for you, you let it go.  This is why you need a strong third chakra as you open up to the direct perceptive energy of intuition.  After all, many people open up their higher centers.  But they have not totally opened up the other centers.   And so they receive very high visions, but it is still through the lens of their own conditioning.  And that is fine, until they assume that their own conditioning works for your conditioning as well.  And if you buy into that, once again, you'll lose your power, you'll become dependent, and you'll move out of the field of abundance.  Therefore, trust yourself.  True empowerment, true opening to revelatory energy is entirely based on your ability to be mature, to stay in your own power.  And to take your space as an adult on this Earth." 
(Rick Jarow)

And the more mature adults cooperating and partnering and allying with each other, the better.  Obviously, the old order is crumbling.  Let the old forms that have outlived their usefullness crumble.  There are new strengths, some of them quite ancient and forgotten, that are rising into our world.  In fact, the end of the old era has already happened, and many people/groups have been introducing the new Aquarian energies into our world.  It is our time, NOW, to demonstrate that we, the people, are claiming our Power.  And we are ready, willing and able to use our power for the good of all, according to free will.

Perhaps, in the past, we were taught to mine gold for others, to cut it out of the heart of this good Earth....but now, in this time, in this place, we can discover that there is a Spiritual Alchemy available for us to create our own spiritual gold, within us and sparkling all around us....gold dust in the air!!


7.  End

Just to remind you-- this article began with the greeting “Live Long and Prosper” by Spock!  See the photo of Spock to see the hand-gesture that accompanies the greeting.  It is a kind of blessing-sign.  Spock is wishing this to you....to us all.

Why not, as Starseeds, do this blessing with each other?  So I say to you, my darlings:  LIVE LONG AND PROSPER.





RESOURCES:

Books:

Money is Love:  Connecting to the Sacred Origins of Money  by Barbara Wilder

Money is my Friend by Phil Laut

The Kabbalah of Money: Jewish Insights on Giving, Owning and Receiving  by Rabbi Nilton Bonder

The Dynamic Laws of Prosperity by Catherine Ponder (Christian-based)

Master of Disaster: A Tale of Manifestation, Mayhem & Magic
by Jan Longwell-Smiley (based on the teachings of Seth through Jane Roberts)

You Can Heal Your Life by Louise L. Hay

Beyond the Rainbow by Judy Kennedy

Opening Your Heart by Anne Jones

Positive Magic by Marion Weinstein

The Celestine Prophecy: An Experiential Guide by James Redfield and Carol Adrienne

Develop your Psychic Skills by Enid Hoffman

Expand your Psychic Skills by Enid Hoffman

Strategic Intuition for the 21st Century: Tarot for Business
by James Wanless

The Astrological Guide to Financial Success by Sybil Leek


CD’s and downloads:

The Ultimate Anti Career Guide: Your Life’s Work by Rick Jarow

The Advanced Manifestation Program: Shaping Your Reality With the Power of Your Desire by Rick Jarow


Websites:

Meaning and Roots of “Live Long and Prosper”
https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/wp/2015/02/27/the-jewish-roots-of-leonard-nimoy-and-live-long-and-prosper/

Barbara Wilder
http://www.barbarawilder.com/
“Creating a Sacred Marketplace”

Abundance and Prosperity are More than Money
http://www.empowering-personal-development.com/abundance-and-prosperity.html

How Our Beliefs Create Money
https://www.amberallen.com/uncategorized/creating-money

James Wanless: Using Tarot for Prosperity (Author of the "Voyager Tarot")
https://www.facebook.com/author.james.wanless

Randy Gage: Moving into Prosperity
http://www.randygage.com/prosperity-awareness/

Ridding Yourself of Blocks to Prosperity
https://myfinancialawareness.com

Ending Poverty Consciousness by Jeanie Marshall

https://trans4mind.com/counterpoint/index-success-abundance/marshall3.html

Why is it hard to talk about money?
https://www.today.com/id/wbna43543561#.VreGl4Eo7mQ

Separating Money from Emotions
https://www.hermoneymoves.com/emotions-and-money

Interview with Phil Laut
http://www.samuraimindonline.com/money-is-my-friend-reflections-on-ideas-from-phil-lauts-book/ 

Rick Jarow
http://www.rickjarow.com/

Catherine Ponder
http://self-improvement-ebooks.com/books/tdlop.php

Samurai Money Moves
http://www.samuraimindonline.com/samurai-reserves-money-moves/

Manifesting Money with Self-Love
https://www.enlightenedbeings.com/manifesting-money-with-self-love/

William Bloom
http://www.williambloom.com/writings/manage-money-anxiety-45.htm

http://www.williambloom.com/writings/money-75.htm

Tosha Silver:
http://toshasilver.com/

From a Sorcerer’s Perspective:
http://strategicsorcery.blogspot.com/2011/01/keep-your-mind-on-your-money-and-your.html

Money spells:
www.spellsofmagic.com

http://magic-spells-and-potions.com

Future Sustainable
http://www.ted.com/talks/alex_steffen_sees_a_sustainable_future