“Out of that comes the art in which man equates himself with God…” Yogi Bhajan

SSSYWa“Out of that comes the art in which man equates himself with God,
And forgets the strength of the cyclone.
And as every pride has a fall,
The cyclone comes back
To complete the circle and start all over again.”
Yogi Bhajan

(via Ram Anand)

Today: Stagnation and Retreat – from the I Ching

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Stagnation thwarts all efforts to improve the situation.   No amount of brilliant or creative endeavors seem to change anything.  There is no blame.  Rather than feel remorse for the state of affairs, just accept that you must hold to your course and keep your grace.   Continue reading “Today: Stagnation and Retreat – from the I Ching”

“The cyclone brings the destruction and tests the plantation…” Yogi Bhajan

SSSYWa“The cyclone brings the destruction and tests the plantation.  It gives the chance of reconstruction. Out of reconstruction comes new designing, new planning
And new strength to beat the cyclone.”

Yogi Bhajan

(via Ram Anand)

Today: Strong Convergence – from the I Ching

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It is a perfect time for kindred spirits to gather together in community.  This convergence is inspired by strong natural forces. Participation will yield a merging of the group psyche and a clarity of purpose. A strong, close knit union will emerge. Continue reading “Today: Strong Convergence – from the I Ching”

Today: Conflict and Change – from the I Ching

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It is a time of conflict. Paths are converging that are unable to occupy the same space.  If one or the other is unable to change, there can be no resolution.  You can force an outcome with some measure of success, which you will constantly have to defend. Continue reading “Today: Conflict and Change – from the I Ching”

Today: Let go of your limitations – from the I Ching

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Use your discipline to overcome your limitations, but not too much.  Too much discipline is too constrictive and cannot be endured.  It becomes self destructive.  Allow what you have been waiting for to come in its own time and through release of your resistance.

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I Ching: Today

“Golden rays of the setting sun…” Yogi Bhajan

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“Golden rays of the setting sun
Mingling with the moon at the far away horizon,
And the waves reflecting light towards home.

Somewhere under the canopy, a meditating yogi, a smiling sage
Watching the charisma of the divine heaven.”
Yogi Bhajan

(via Ram Anand)

Today: Follow your inner truth – from the I Ching

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Follow your inner truth. Do not look at what others are doing for guidance. Only look within.  Others may fall away from your common path but you may remain on course with your steadfastness. Continue reading “Today: Follow your inner truth – from the I Ching”

Today: Taking on power – from the I Ching

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Taking on power with extreme caution and a healthy respect for the danger involved, and with full commitment, can produce results. Be aware that there will inevitably be opposition.   Continue reading “Today: Taking on power – from the I Ching”

“If you positively move the vibration…” Yogi Bhajan

SSSYWa“If you positively move the vibration the world is yours. There is nothing standing between you and you.” Yogi Bhajan

(via Ram Anand)

Today: Maintain innocence – from the I Ching

yinyang02paperMaintain innocence. It is a time of being, not doing.  Don’t try to control anything lest it interrupt the natural flow of events.  Meet what is at hand with perfection and without an eye to the end result.  This will insulate you from conflict around you and not cause any new conflict. Continue reading “Today: Maintain innocence – from the I Ching”

“Travel light, live light, spread the light, be the light.” Yogi Bhajan

SSSYWa“Travel light, live light, spread the light, be the light.” Yogi Bhajan

(via Ram Anand)

Today: Embody past wisdom and your grace – from the I Ching

yinyang02paperHold firmly to the truth and great creative powers within you and store them up, bringing them forward with light and clarity.  Do not push for an outcome.  Allow your grace to infuse every circumstance with light to bring it to resolution in its own time. Continue reading “Today: Embody past wisdom and your grace – from the I Ching”

“The mind is part of nature…” Yogi Bhajan

SSSYWa“The mind is part of nature, Prakirti. Prakirti, which includes both material and mind, is composed of and governed by the three primary qualities called the gunas. The three gunas are sattva, rajas, and tamasSattva is subtle, sublime, clear, neutral, and pure. Tamas is heavy, contaminated, confused, concealed, and slow. Rajas is fiery, active, initiating, and has the power of transformation. Continue reading ““The mind is part of nature…” Yogi Bhajan”

Meditation: Listening to Angelic Whispers – from the Mind

This meditation will refine the sattvic guna of your mind. Sit down very calmly and quietly. Make your spine straight Put your hands on opposite shoulders. Your arms must cross, Hold your shoulders well, the arms relaxed on the chest.  Close your eyes. Listen to the mantra.
Ardaas bhayee, amar daas guroo, Amar daas guroo, ardaas bhayee, Raam daas guroo, raam daas guroo, Raam daas guroo, sachee sahee.
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