Scientifically
speaking, the human race is still in infancy. For example, only in
the last few decades have "modern" scientists begun to
understand that our bodies have energy and bio-electric fields. We
now study the emission of electricity from our brains by monitoring
brainwaves. And our awareness is increasing about the detrimental
effects on the health of our bodies from electromagnetic fields from
things like computers, cell phones, power lines, TVs, etc.
Interestingly,
however, ancient meditations like the mirror exercise are
in fact based on the principle that people are always both receptive to,
and transmitting these various energies. Obviously, this is not
new information to some.
By
tapping into these energies, the mirror exercise helps develop:
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Concentration
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Self-discipline
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The
ability to "read" higher frequency vibrations/ "auras"
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The
ability to communicate visually
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The
ability to influence others by way of energies transmitted
through the eyes
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The
ability to defend against other people attempting to influence you through the
eyes
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An
awareness of previous incarnations of both yourself and other people
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The area of vibrational influence
surrounding you like a giant aura (also called your circumvent force)
DOING
IT:
Unlike
most meditations on this site, the mirror exercise requires some
"tools". It is best to perform this meditation in a
darkened room lit only by a candle or two placed in front of your
mirror. Regarding the size of the mirror, it doesn't need to be
large, since you really only need to look at your eyes. It is
ideal, however, to arrange it so that you can see your entire
face. Also, be sure to place the mirror one to two feet from your
face.
Another
highly recommended enhancement is to burn some incense prior to starting
the exercise. Be sure it is pure (sap, powdered resin or resin)
and we strongly recommend Frankincense and Myrrh, if possible.
The
mirror exercise can be done with you sitting either on a chair, or
directly on the floor. Just choose whichever is the most comfortable
since keeping the spine erect and straight is important.
Start
the exercise by staring into the eye of your reflection in the mirror.
Focus on the eye image on the right side, which is actually your right
eye. Begin to chant your selected mantra (see below for tips on
choosing a mantra).
One
of the challenges of this meditation is to avoid blinking if you can. It
isn't easy at first, but it is an important discipline to develop.
During moments when you are experiencing unusual phenomena (like seeing faces from past lives, "auras" etc.),
blinking can actually startle you out of the altered state which makes
perceiving these things possible.
Whatever
occurs, stay attentive to what you are doing and resist allowing
something to distract you. You might even experience what is referred to
as "The Dweller on the
Threshold". This image is indeed a "hideous devil"
which is none other than your own selfish
self, desires, fears, etc. (This phenomenon is well explained in the death experience
chapter in the book, "The Children of
the Law of One & the Lost Teachings of Atlantis".)
If you do experience the Dweller, remember that it is also "The Angel guarding the Gates of Eden",
and Unselfish Love is the only way to pass through. Stare directly into the
eye of that monstrous beast and love it. Yes, I said love it. Only
in this way can you transcend the self, which ultimately leads to the return to
Paradise and Oneness
with the Universal Spirit.
This
exercise should be done for no less than ten minutes. As with most
meditations, more time often yields better results, and we recommend a half-hour
when possible.
Selecting a Mantra
A
mantra is a word or several words which a person uses when chanting during
meditation. It is important to select a mantra which you feel
"drawn" to since the the sounding of the words creates a vibration
which will affect you in many ways. The vibration of a mantra can arouse the
upper chakras and enhance your universal consciousness via attunement to the
"sound current" of the universe. Mantras additionally tap
into the energy existing from all the chanting which has taken place
throughout time from people using the same mantra.
Examples
of excellent ancient mantras are "Om" and "Yod-He-Vau-He".
Keep in
mind, however, that you should fully understand the actual meaning of
the mantra you select. Choosing one that exemplifies a
strongly-felt ideal or idea is also important. (The
full meaning of Yod-He-Vau-He can be found in the book mentioned above.)
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