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Wednesday, November 13, 2019

Ya Qawi, Ya Aziz

Ya Qawi, Ya Aziz I whisper the words, I sing the words, I let the words swing on my breath. These sacred attributes of God vibrate my soul. I am beginning to manifest these qualities of The One. I am made in the very image of my Creator, The Creator, The Only Being. Ya Qawi, the unlimited strength... Sign in to see full entry.

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Monday, November 4, 2019

Subhan Shower

November 4, 2019 shamsuddin001 Subhan Shower Suban Allah, Subhan Allah, Subhan Allah. Shams begins his day with this morning shower of love and healing. Subhan Allah, The Infinite Purity of God/dess, If you shower in that Purity every morning, You shall grow in grace and faith. Subhan Allah... Sign in to see full entry.

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Subhan Shower

November 4, 2019 shamsuddin001 Subhan Shower Suban Allah, Subhan Allah, Subhan Allah. Shams begins his day with this morning shower of love and healing. Subhan Allah, The Infinite Purity of God/dess, If you shower in that Purity every morning, You shall grow in grace and faith. Subhan Allah... Sign in to see full entry.

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Saturday, November 2, 2019

Smiling Forehead

Smiling Forehead It just feels damn sweet, this feeling inside. I can almost see the smile filling my forehead from the inside. It is The Presence filling me from the inside out. And, it just feels damn good! Oh Dear Friend, I wish for you, this blessing. For me, breathing through my heart brings... Sign in to see full entry.

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Thursday, October 31, 2019

Initiation Fever

Initiation Fever I just remembered the fever that followed for days after my Sufi initiation. I remained in bed for a week. The most vivid visions of Yantras unfolded in my fevered dreams. I was given an understanding of the process of Creation. It was as clear as it was vivid, yet I cannot say in... Sign in to see full entry.

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Wednesday, October 9, 2019

Is Initiation Necessary?

Is Initiation Necessary? Can one not follow a spiritual path without initiation? Of course, but why would anyone want to refuse the gift of a spiritual teacher? Life is so much easier with a guide in the flesh. Taking initiation is like Christian Baptism. We are grafted into a community of fellow... Sign in to see full entry.

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Monday, October 7, 2019

The Practice of Coherence

The Practice of Coherence Here is a simple practice to increase heart/mind coherence: Turn your attention to your heart. Imagine, or sense the breath entering and exiting through the Heart. Experience, remember, or send love and blessing to another. Continue to follow your breath and allow it to low... Sign in to see full entry.

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Tuesday, October 1, 2019

Heartmath

Heartmath Your heart is continually broadcasting electrical/magnetic energy. In fact, the Heart produces the strongest signal of any body part. It can actually be measured up to eight feet away. The coherence of the mind and heart can also be measured. Several years ago, I purchased the 'Emwave Pro'... Sign in to see full entry.

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Sunday, September 29, 2019

The Heart/Mind Connection

The Heart/Mind Connection Congruence is now a technical term for a connection between heart and mind that facilitates optimal functioning. The Heart Math Institute has researched this connection for years. Here is a technique from their work which increases congruence: Focus your awareness on your... Sign in to see full entry.

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Thursday, September 12, 2019

Excerpts from Physicians of the Heart

Sufi Physicians of the Heart I want to recommend the best book on the power and meanings of the ninty nine names, Physicians of the Heart. You can order it here. Here are a few excerpts: The Family of Divine Forgiveness —A Way to Address Layers of Self-Isolation and Disconnection— Meyer, Wali Ali;... Sign in to see full entry.

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