Be more compassionate. Look at the world through your heart, not from your head. Everyone is living day to day trying to survive. Just as you are concerned with feeding yourself, paying your bills, and staying healthy, others are hoping for the same.

Be grateful. Life is better and more fulfilling when we’re appreciative of what we have. Be happy for the things big and small. With the proper attitude, life becomes a journey to the treasure chest with a trail of gold coins along the way.

Be aware of the spirits inside of others. Because all life is the same, remembering that others are spiritual beings is a reminder that we are the same. We’ll see life in a different and more forgiving way.

Watch nature. Be free flowing like a flower swaying in the breeze. Spend time to connect with nature.

Be mindful. Don’t rush through life. Pay attention to what you’re doing at the moment. Worry about tomorrow when it comes.

Allow for change. Let your intuition guide you. Your higher self knows more than your conscious mind. Be open for messages you receive.

Be loving. Love yourself and each other. Have respect for one another and wish them well on their personal journey.

Read spiritual books for guidance or spend time in spiritual stores. Many Paths Bookstore offers books, CD’s, and much more to guide you in your journey. Take a look at what the store has to offer in this video.

Spiritually Balanced

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I spoke with The Barefoot Doctor, whose years of studying the Tao and martial arts, inspired him to make the ancient practice accessible to contemporary living. He points out three main centers we should focus on in our daily living to be spiritually balanced: the center of the brain, the heart, and the solar plexus.

The Center of the Brain/Third Eye

The third eye originates in the center of the brain which Taoists refer to as The Crystal Palace. The opening of the third eye is located above the center of the eyebrows. As you practice, you’ll become accustomed to centering your mind here. This area includes the pineal, hypothalamus, thalamus, and pituitary glands. Put your tongue to the roof of the mouth and imagine that space above. Also try moving your head slightly forward and back and feel that sensation.

When you place your focus here, your power of manifestation is much stronger and you can experience enlightenment. Your intuition will be more heightened and your mental chatter will decrease.

The Heart

Keep your heart open. People will respond to you differently when they sense your welcoming approach and you’ll learn to see the world differently and have a greater appreciation. It’s astounding what the miracle of love can accomplish.

The Solar Plexus

You’ll remain grounded when you place your attention in the center of the abdomen. When you find yourself becoming intertwined with conflict or your ego is taking over you, center yourself there.

3 Keys to Becoming Spiritually Balanced

The Barefoot Doctor explained three key aspects to maintaining harmony in your life: breath, self acceptance, and caring for others.

Breath

Keep your breath free flowing. Tense breath causes tense muscles and raises stress levels. If your breath flows freely, life flows freely.

Self Acceptance

Accept yourself for who you are. When you fight who you are, you cause resistance. Resistance keeps you from moving forward and experiencing harmony.

Caring for Others

Develop a natural caring for others. Respect others for who they are and understand we’re all doing the best we can as we travel through life.

Clear out Your Chakras

We have seven major chakra centers in the body. Keeping any of them out of balance can cause physical or emotional dis-ease. It’s beneficial to clear out the chakras each day or whenever you feel out of balance. To see where your main chakras are click here.

To clear them out, bring your focus to each chakra and visualize it opening and releasing any negative energy it has. Then see it spinning strongly and vibrantly the color that is associated with it. Do this beginning with the root chakra and move up to the crown chakra.

Brief Chakra Overview

Root Chakra
Located at the base of the spine and is represented by red.

Sacral Chakra
Located below the belly button and is represented by orange.

Solar Plexus
Located in the center of the stomach where we feel that “gut” feeling. Its color is yellow.

Heart Chakra
Located in the breast bone area. You can use green or pink. I prefer to use pink.

Throat
Visualize blue in the center of the throat.

Third Eye
The opening is slightly above the space where the two eyebrows meet. Its center is located in the center of the brain. Indigo is the color it glows.

Crown Chakra
Located at the top of the head, this chakra is white.

Watch the full video with The Barefoot Doctor about the way to keep balanced.

Find local stores that offer products related to metaphysics or mysticism. Many of these stores offer books to encourage you on your path towards spiritual guidance. You’ll be exposed to others who share in the same interests and make new friends! Join meditation groups or other classes.

During a meditative state, your brainwaves lower and allow you to connect with your subconscious mind with less interference from the conscious mind. Anybody can meditate, but some require more practice than others. Audio CDs have been created to make the process easier and allow you to lower your brainwaves quicker.

Expand your exercise regimen by trying different activities like Qigong, Yoga, or Tai Chi. Take a mini vacation and go on a spiritual retreat.

Where are your weaknesses?

Get a piece of paper and a pen. Rate yourself on a scale of 1-5 with the statements below. 1 is false and 5 is true.

Example: You are unhappy in your life.

A score of 1 indicates that statement is false and that you are happy in your life.

A score of 5 indicates the statement is true and you are unhappy in your life.

Mind

1. Your mind is full of negative self-talk.
2. You’re quick to criticize and beat yourself up over making a mistake.
3. You don’t think you’re worthy of a happy life. Click here for tips on finding happiness.

Body

1. It’s difficult to get up in the morning. You hit the snooze button more than once.
2. You have low energy throughout the day.
3. You are out of shape. Click here to learn about the proper diet and lifestyle for your body with Ayurveda.

Spirit

1. You feel isolated from the world.
2. You feel disconnected from yourself.
3. You don’t love yourself as much as you should. Click here for help on loving yourself more.

Add up your scores in each group.

Which group did you score the highest? Those are simply areas that could use more work. If you scored low in areas, that’s wonderful! You’re off to a great start. No matter what level you’re in, everyone has room for improvement and areas to grow.

Mind: Remind yourself everyday of your positive traits.

Body: Get more sleep, eat a healthier diet and remember to exercise. Listen to your body and eat the foods which are in harmony with the earth and in tuned with your body’s needs. This ebook gives you the way to become healthier in 30 days.

Ayurveda breaks down the types of foods that work best for your specific body. Ayurveda also recommends to cleanse your body each season. Look for different approaches and find one that works best for you. You may try The Master Cleanse which rids your body of toxins, revitalizes, and eliminates fat.

Spirit: Recognize you’re a spiritual being inside of a body. Take up meditation. You may have an enlightening moment.

Find ideas below improving on your spiritual wellness.

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Reiki Therapy

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Doing yoga in a heated has many benefits. Your opened pores release toxins, you’ll be more likely to prevent muscle injury, and the muscles will stretch more deeply. You’ll burn more calories because your heart rate is increased.

Check out this Yoga Training Center. They provide online resources to help you in your pursuit of learning and excelling in yoga. They have information for beginners or advanced yogis.

Tip 1: Don’t eat for at least 2 hours before class. Doing yoga in a hot room on a full stomach won’t be a good time.

Tip 2: Drink plenty of water throughout the day.

Tip 3: Wear very little clothing. You’ll tend to sweat a lot so there’s no need to wear thick clothing. Expert students sometimes wear sweats because they’re accustomed to the temperature. It isn’t recommended for a beginner.

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