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Sadhana and Spiritual Progress ?
From the book : A Guide to Shaktipat by Swami Shivom Tirth
This book was a real eye opener for me and a rare book to find, here I am sharing with you some of its deep, profound and insightful contents.
” Question: How Shall one know if he is making progress in spiritual advancement? Although I regularly perform the required sadhana(spiritual practices), I am doubtful about the results.
Answer:The intensification or otherwise of the practices is not a correct indicator of progress in this field. Kriyas only indicate the fact that Shakti has been awakened and is active within the body. The experiences so gained, through being indicative of the continuity of Sadhan, do not necessarily denote progress. Depending on the predominance of Sattva(mode of goodness), Rajas(mode of passion), or Tamas(mode of darkness) in the Chitta(Consciousness), the aspirant experinces respectively inner peace and bliss, violent internal movements, or the emergence of anger, passion, and a somniferous state of mind. The balance of the three Gunas (Sattva, Rajas and Tamas) in the Chitta is always changing and is therefore responsible for the manifestation of automatic movements(kriyas) which are sometimes violently intense and at other times subtle. A good measure for progress that the Aspirant has gained is the extent to which Sattva-Guna predominates and the degree to which the veil of ignorance and other vices have been removed.
In Shrimadbhagvat, Uddhava asks Lord Krishna the same question and is thus answered:
- Is the aspirant getting progressively detached from worldly pleasures and objects of the senses? Such detachment is a sign of progress.
- Is his mind gradually becoming devoid of fear? Fearlessness is a sign of definite progress. Fear has its origin in desires. When a man desires to possess some worldly object he is afraid of loss. If he desires health and wealth he is afraid of losing them. Finally, if he desires just to live, he is afraid of death. Similarly, if he loves someone, he is afraid of parting from that beloved one. Fearlessness, then, is equivalent to desirelesness. The increase of such fearlessness within him is in dicative of progress.
- Is there an increasing urge for self-surrender to God? Complete self-surrender is the aim of spiritual practices. Surrender to God implies that the mind of the aspirant remains unaffected by the dualties of pleasure and pain, happiness and sorrow, gain and loss, honor and dishonor. A man normally desires happiness, fame, honor, and agreeable surroundings. Any impediment to these cause him pain and restlessness. The whole world is engaged in the pursuit of happiness and desires but unfulfilled desires always leave people in sorrow. It is necessary that the aspirant get above all these and experience the grace of God at all times and in all circumstances.
- The aspirant should develop the feeling that whatever pleasure or pain comes to him has its root in the seeds of accumulated actions performed in his past lives. He cannot justifiably accuse anyone except himself for whatever fruit he has been offered to taste. This way of thinking basically helpful in taking an aspirant above the feelings of pleasure or pain.
- The second method suits the man of knowledge. He thinks that both pain and pleasure are unreal. It is only ignorance which has created such dualities.
- The last one is the spirit of surrender to God which, broadly speaking, is an accomplishment of the follower of devotional love. A total surrender to the will of God is the basic qualification of a devotee. He is fully convinced that whatever circumstances he has been put in are due to the showering of God’s grace upon him and are for his good alone. When he is surrounded by favorable circumstances, he should think, ‘This is not due to my ability or bravery ; in fact, God has mercifully provided them for me. How kind He is!’ On the other hand when he encounters and unfavorable situation, he should think, ’ I was so much under the spell of those favorable opportunities that I had become too attached to them. God has created contrary situations so that I develop detachment from them. He is so kind!’ This kind of thinking takes the aspirant above the sphere of desires. This is mainly possible when he has sufficiently developed the spirit of surrender to God. It also indicates clearly that the person is moving on the correct spiritual path.”
I would also like to note, that any faith or spiritual practice one may practice, another way to know if your are progressing is the level of tolerance, compassion and the kindness you have for others and yourself. Spirituality is our connection with God in all beings, walking the path of peace, devotion and joyous service.
WITH MUCH love and thank you for reading!
-Sincerely Joe Fletcher
A video looking at the different views and perspectives of Jesus. Exploring the message of Christianity, and how Jesus can benefit everyone . Humanity’s Christ Consciousness possibility, and the power of the sacred heart’s ability within us all.
The Nephilim.
The nephilim. Look em up, Google it! :] aham brahmasmi. nough said.
http://www.openbible.info/topics/aliens
A video taken at the top of the Tower of Americas. Discussing the ultimate goal in life.
#1 Everything Changes, life is in a constant flux, nothing stays the same and everything goes.EVERYTHING.
#2 The ultimate goal in life is spiritual in nature, and transcends TIME, SPACE and even DEATH itself.
#3 THE ULTIMATE GOAL ANYONE CAN ACHIEVE IN A HUMAN LIFE!! IS enlightenment, is total surrender to the ever lasting flow of love that is in our hearts..This is enlightenment.
The Great Awakening!!!
In case you haven’t noticed already :] , the climate of the world is changing in more than one way, in more than one level of creation. The Occupy movement, the Revolutions, the tensions between nations, the increasing presence of tyranny in America today. There are lines being draw in the sand, people are either helping in this transition , or have unfortunately been caught up in the circus and distractions of the material illusion. HUMANITY IS undergoing massive change, massive transformation, we are at a CROSS ROAD!! Where we can use this catalyst of events to create massive change and steer the course of Humanity’s Destiny to the way of possibility and freedom , rather than that of fear and darkness! The choice is ours collectively and not up to a few ancient elitist bloodlines.
IF you listen to the music, nothing like you’ve ever heard before in previous generations. The knowledge and vast amounts of information now available to the whole world! Admist all the chaos; understand that there is no need to fear! We have chosen to come here at this time and place to experience this beautiful shift that we created and are currently going through. Humanity collectively has been asleep to their true nature for sometime, and we are now being given the choice to reawaken and evolve. Not everyone is ready, not everyone will understand and not everyone will take that step but that is okay. Everyone can feel it, they know it at some level, consciously or subconsciously. Some will embrace it, some will resist it and some will fight and fear it. But the time of darkness on this planet is over!!!
Sustainable living, organic agriculture, spiritual brotherhood and tolerance, free energy technologies, the power of the individual, the power of the people, alternative currencies, and many other ideas will be key in this shift. Stepping into our individual powers, embracing our fears and expanding what we believe to be possible individually and collectively is crucial for this awakening to be as smooth and effective as possible.
Saying no more war, taking action, linking and communicating with like minded individuals will be key. Standing up to evil and ignorance, and being a mediator for peace and compassion where ever you may go. Follow what you heart sings, whether that may be art, music, healing, community making, film, or yoga WE ALL HAVE A ROLE TO PLAY!! And no ones role is lesser or grander than the other; WE are all CHILDREN OF IMMORTAL BLISS. Lets do this!! Its time to amp up our momentum, and like the Mighty Sun rising at dawn darkness will have no choice but to leave! FOR WE ARE THE ONES WE HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR!!
- Sincerely Joe Fletcher
An insightful video on the power of belief systems, the mind, and how your out look on life dictates the reality you live.
Suffering, Emotions, and Pain!!
According to Channel Abraham Hicks, our emotions are our best friends and tool for us to reconnect with our source, our true nature. When ever we feel sad, angry, frustrated, and confused about people, places and things..LET US acknowledge those feelings and emotions, they ARE THERE for a reason..they are our guides, they tell us whether we are in alignment with out true nature or not. By becoming aware of our emotions, we can empower ourselves, begin to shift them alot more easier because we are aware of them. When your feeling good, or happy you are connected with source energy, when you are sad, upset or angry you have pinched yourself off from that source of infinite happiness.
Pain and suffering in order to transcend them you must face them, nurture them and acknowledge them. This world is FULL of suffering, full of disease, and full of sadness; but just like health, joy and spring time..everything is transitory and impermanent; so even the greatest of tragedies and traumas pass as well. Sometimes it takes a great deal of pain, suffering and hard lessons before we begin to realize this truth of “everything changes and nothing stays the same”. The greatest source of suffering is our attachment to people, places, things and ways of being. By practicing non attachment, and embracing your emotions fully we can begin to ease the suffering we create for our selves and others.
I would also like to stress, that no one makes you angry, no one makes you sad, no one makes you happy, no one makes you upset..people can trigger these emotions in you. But you are the one in control and decider of how those emotions are to be expressed. Anger for example can be expressed constructively, or destructively; don’t waste your time and effort hurting others because you are hurt, this is a sign of an undisciplined mind; you are only planting the seeds of hell and unnecessary pain. Rather channel that feeling, and energy in motion into a project or artwork. Planting the seeds of love and compassion will bear its fruit in time, same for planting the seeds of anger and egotism; you reap what you sow.
You are always in control of you emotions, you are the master of your life. Circumstances DONT MATTER, only state of being is what matters. The love, peace and permanent joy that you look and yearn for will not be found outside of you..it is found within you. Total satisfaction cannot be found in your car, job, spouse, children, or latest style or gadget. Emancipate yourself from the chains of suffering!! Just knowing your suffering is enough to be free of it..
May your emotions guide you, may your struggle strengthen you and may the flow be with you! Sincerely- Joe Fletcher
I made this video to help inspire myself and others to achieve the highest achievement one can achieve in a human life and that is Self Realization, Enlightenment, Unity Consciousness, and or liberation from the cycles of suffering. This is my daily reminder of the greatest goal one can achieve in a human incarnation.
THE POWER OF THOUGHTS and EMOTIONS on our physical reality!! SO this is a rough draft, I intend on doing a better and more cohesive,coherent, smoother and more polished experiment later on. This experiment is based on the works and ideas of quantum physics and Dr. Emoto’s findings regarding the relationship with consciousness and water. MORE TO COME SOON!! If you like this type of stuff please be sure to subscribe much love!-JOE!!
