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 Posted: Tue Feb 28, 2006 8:05 am
Just need a little advice. This is something I'm interested in, but, sadly, know little to nothing about. Thyna There are many ways to meditate, but basically all you do is limit the stimuli around you and try to focus only on 1 maybe 2 tasks. Technically, if you can concentrate on just the task you are completing ( such as reading a book, deep prayer, running etc...) to the point that very little can draw your attention away from it, that can be a form of meditation. So when I'm reading one of my books and completely blot out everything around me, (to the point where I'm startled if my partner makes a loud noise or shakes me) I am practicing a form of meditation? I've never been very good at meditation, mainly because I've always told myself that it's hard to do and out of my reach. So if I'm meditating (As such) when I'm reading, then surely it isn't too hard for me to do.... Another question: One of the few places where I can completely relax and be left alone is in the bath, it is safe for me to meditate in the bath? Or do I run the risk of dozing off and drowing myself? Last Question, I promise: I often see shapes out of the corner of my eye when I am in a relaxed state (Most recent one I saw was a few minutes ago while I was in the bath.... I gave myself some time to think on this in there) but when I turn my head to see (Become aware of it there?) it's gone. Not like it never was there, sometimes I get a slight lingering image. Like when someone takes a picture, you are left with the light image from the falsh for a few seconds. Is it possible I am catching a glimpse of my spirit guide? And if so, why does it "Spook" me when I see something like that? Thanks for any help, ~Mrs Reaper~ EDIT: I've just read a post where someone was saying they've heard their name being called. I used to hear this all the time from the room that used to be my bedroom (It was later turned into a storage room) when I was about 8 or 9 years old. At the time I was having a few troubles that no child should have. Could this also be connected to the shapes? Although, I personally don't think so, if that helps at all..... sweatdrop
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Posted: Sun Mar 05, 2006 5:00 pm
Mrs Reaper So when I'm reading one of my books and completely blot out everything around me, I am practicing a form of meditation? According to the English language you are. If you look up meditation in a dictionary it is "the act of deep concentration, study, or focus." So it isn't anything overly complicated. Some of the different techniques and styles might make it sound that way, but they are nothing more than a bunch of routines that helps give the mind and body time to realize that it is time to meditate. Your questions about the Bath: One of the things you do before starting meditating is get into a comfortable position, guess that would include your tub. There is the chance of falling asleep, but usually only if you are meditating for a long time. But then water gets cold, and if you share a house with someone having a tub for longer than an hour is a miracle. Besides they have those tanks where people lay in water and total darkness (I can't remember what they are called). If you are worried, just don't fill the tub as full. Those little shapes have been talked about in other topics. They may not necessarily be guides, but they are spirits. They have different purposes, some are there to watch/observe, while others do intend to "spook" people out as they get something from the energy/emotion. In regards to the voices and those shapes, depending on the feelings around them will help deturmin their purpose. Spirit guides are not there to make you upset. Being startled by them does not occure often, and if it does the surprise feelings quickly subside, and you even feel safe. The ones you have to watch are the ones that seem to intentionally "spook" you. They won't/can't hurt you, but they do like the energy/emotion they create. I am not sure if the emotion is like a narcotic for them, or "food". If you want to get rid of them, you can tell them to get lost, imagine the room being completely filled with white or violet light. Or during your meditation, see if you can connect to them, and have a bit of a "heart to heart" with them.
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Posted: Mon Mar 06, 2006 7:04 pm
Basically it's focusing on one single thing while everything else is free and unintrusive. That is why so many people relax while they read, or read before they sleep so it's easier for them to fall asleep.
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Posted: Mon Nov 06, 2006 8:26 pm
i have the ones that came to me while i sleeped and ones i have made form a part of me mrgreen or just found some were
and adopted hehe ill my minons are so cool and nice to me and help me
heart awwwwww i love them some times i want them to be in the phisical crying
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whiteshadowoftheblackbird Captain
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Posted: Wed Nov 22, 2006 7:00 am
Sometimes I see a stag outside my window watching me...dunno if that's my imagination or not. His name is Amon (or at least that's waht I dubbed him).
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Posted: Wed Nov 22, 2006 5:53 pm
elfenlover Sometimes I see a stag outside my window watching me...dunno if that's my imagination or not. His name is Amon (or at least that's waht I dubbed him). That is cool Real or not they are amazing to watch. When I was younger, my family and I would often see them grazing in the fields around my parents place. It was nice to see even though they did damage crops and my dad's attempt at growing apple trees lol
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Posted: Wed Jan 10, 2007 7:37 pm
I don't know about mine. I know one is an ex boyfriend from high school (was killed over a girlfriend of his ... no not me) but I know he is there because of the smell. He had a distinct spice smell in his car & that is what I smell when he is around. I don't know WHY he is there and he only shows up randomly. I think my grandfather is another one but I am not positive.
Any thoughts?
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Posted: Thu Jan 11, 2007 12:11 pm
wyattsgal4ever I don't know about mine. I know one is an ex boyfriend from high school (was killed over a girlfriend of his ... no not me) but I know he is there because of the smell. He had a distinct spice smell in his car & that is what I smell when he is around. I don't know WHY he is there and he only shows up randomly. I think my grandfather is another one but I am not positive. Any thoughts? Thats interesting. I'm not sure why exactly your ex is hanging out with you, but here's a thought: Possibly the sole purpose of this life was to be with you and make sure you were alright (have you ever hear of soul mates? Well you don't have to be in love or marry your soul mate, they could just as easily be a friend!) Once he fulfilled this mission, so-to-speak, he was done with his physical life. But he is still watching after you to make sure you are alright, so you will still sense him (in this case smell him!) from time to time. I'm sure that he watches over MANY people. If you have any connections with any of his friends, you might ask them if they can sometimes smell the same scent. It would be interesting to see what they say! Now this is just a thought, I don't really know too much about guides and past lives and what not (I'm still learning!), so don't take it as truth or fact! Its just an idea that I am throwing out there.
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Posted: Sun Mar 02, 2008 6:33 pm
I'm bad with meditating usually, but I repeatedly see animals in dreams and such. (Of course, there was that one meditation with the handful of animals, but that was before I moved into a loud house.) I think a have a turtle one now. Also, (it was only once, so I'm not sure yet) there was a pale, black haired woman in one of my dreams who was wearing a long black dress, and she seemed nice. She might be another guide, but I dunno yet.
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Posted: Tue Mar 04, 2008 5:35 pm
Guides will often take on forms you are comfortable with or best represent what they wish to teach. Hope you get the chance to find out.
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Posted: Tue Mar 25, 2008 11:05 pm
I know that, as stated here, not everyone 'sees' their spirit guides, but sometimes I feel I need the reassurance and comfort that they would bring, especially to talk to. I have had no day time experience with a spirit guide...animal or 'person'. I have very good meditations, very deep, have no trouble with that.
I have experienced what I would probably call a guardian or angel with me...a presence that is other-worldly and feels protective.
Another wierd thing that happens to me is a song (that I usually don't like at all...that's the signal to me) will pop into my head and not leave! When I think of the words, they mean something in my present situation, and answer a question or make me feel safe.
Does anyone else have things like this happen?
I just thought I would mention this to those people that haven't experienced their spirit guides.
I'm not sure who is with me, but they are with the 'good guys'.
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Posted: Sun Mar 30, 2008 1:54 pm
Guides have many ways of letting us know they are around
Dreams and meditations
odd tingling sensations
soothing touch sensations
slight weight or pressure on shoulders and hands
slight movements of hair (as if being brushed aside)
sensation of being brushed against
smells that are familiar or comforting
brief glimpses of flashing or dancing lights and shadows
comforting sounds (music, singing, trickling water, laughter)
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Gentle Spirits Mascot Crew
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Posted: Wed Apr 30, 2008 8:04 pm
Hey, hope you don't mind me resurrecting this quiet thread for a moment.
I love reading about everyone's experiences, and once I get the time I'll browse through more. Sorry if something someone has stated already would have answered my question. ^^;
So, I was wondering if it's 'normal' to see/feel (one of) my guides only in the "real/physical" world? I've never met him in meditations or past astral travels, but I'll "see" him every couple months, and he'll stick around for however long I seem to need him. I can feel him beside me physically, but never in other planes of existance.
I call him "Cless". He's an 'angel' of sorts who I consider a comforter more than a guide. He only appears during my times of depression and loneliness, and often I'll start seeing him a few days before something emotionally devastating happens. He very, very rarely talks. I used to think he was "mute", until I realized that the only reason we never spoke was because I had absolutely no desire to talk to him. I think he's okay with that, though. Or at least-- he's fine with what I'm most comfortable with. We communicate more through a natural exchange of emotions, abstract thought, and energy. When he has an opinion he really wants to get across, an image of his face will imprint on my mind, his expression easily readable-- nodding or shaking violently. But we rarely use words with one another..
So, is this odd? None of my other guides are like this-- but none of them seem as important to me as him. I'm afraid I may be delusional. xD; Has anyone else experienced anything similar?
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Posted: Fri May 09, 2008 2:25 pm
not a problem I'm just glad it is in use xd
The only other situation I can think of that is similar to this would be my Mom and the Spirit she calls "Uncle Frank". We don't really consider him a Guide though, just a spirit that likes my Mom. But then we haven't attempted to confirm that as Mom doesn't meditate, and no one else has asked our own guides about him.
Anyway, is this is normal? Not for a spirit of a higher plain or vibration, but that doesn't make him any less of a guide. So long as he is helping you when you need him with no other intent except your best interests only in mind, he is definately a guide.
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Posted: Sat May 10, 2008 5:04 pm
I agree with Thyna, Rad. Its not "normal" in the sense of how many have studied guides, but as long as Cless is helping you, that is a good thing. I personally would consider him a guide (or a guardian of sorts) since he comes to you in times of need. That is what these spirits are for.
Although, he could be in your other planes, but you just don't recognize it. Its possible that you might be looking for him too hard in the other planes and he knows that the plane you are most comfortable (and reactive to) is on the physical plane. These spirits will generally only come to us in times of need and in forms that we are comfortable with. I say, as long as you aren't in the middle of a busy street talking to him as if he were a completely real person, your safe. 4laugh
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