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Wesak Festival 2013

Published 24/05/2013 by inspiringyourspirit

The Wesak Festival

The Spiritual Festival of the Buddha

For 2013, the Full Moon of Wesak occurs at:
Los Angeles: 12:58pm
New York: 3:58pm
London: 8:58pm

During the Wesek Festival Full Moon and for two days prior and two days after, we should speak out loud ‘The Great Invocation’ as contained in the Video above.

Let’s come together as one during this important festival and bring some Light and Love to our Planet and to the people of this earth.

Namaste

Mark

For further information on Wesek and Everything else spiritual go to humanityhealing.net

Leshan 7

Published 24/05/2013 by inspiringyourspirit

Hi everyone,

Happy Vesak Day to you all, may your lives be filled with Love, Happiness, Compassion and excellent health πŸ™‚

Sorry, I have been a little tardy and busy with mundane things like work πŸ™‚ So I have not had so much time to update my post on my walk around the Leshan Temple in Sichuan China. So here we are continuing our walk around this stunningly beautiful place of worship which eventually leads us to the largest Buddha carving in the world ‘Dafo’, I do hope you are all enjoying this walk with me and my beautiful wife May (she is in one of these pictures)?

Namaste
Mark

Alms

circle of the buddha

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leshan buddhas

Mayand carving

To this Day

Published 22/05/2013 by inspiringyourspirit

A fantastic video

“Somebody Needs To Know . . . “

Published 21/05/2013 by inspiringyourspirit

“Somebody Needs To Know . . . “. Please click this link to view the wonderful article by Risinghawk πŸ™‚

This post is from one of my dear blogging friends Risinghawk and The Hawk’s TailΒ http://risinghawkspeaks.wordpress.com

 

It’s a wake up call to us all, especially me, one who has so many words inside his head and his heart but is too nervous to put them into words…I’m not a writer, I’m a visual person, I see in images and I feel things through my gut, my intuition…I cannot write,…or can I?

Should I pick up my pen, or put fingers to keyboard and tell you more about my feelings, my thoughts, my frustrations regarding this world we live in and my dreams of how we can work together to make our world a better place for us all to live in?

I would appreciate your thoughts on this question so I’m attaching a poll to this post , please reply with your thoughts and let me know if you would like me to write more?

Namaste

Mark

Earthlings, that is what We Are!. Viewing Discretion Advised

Published 21/05/2013 by inspiringyourspirit

Earthlings…That is what We Are!….But should we act like this?

Viewers Discretion Advised.

Leshan 6

Published 20/05/2013 by inspiringyourspirit

Carved in Stone 11 Chengdu

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Hi everyone,

Here are some more images of the beautiful statues and wall carvings during my walk around the Leshan Temple gardens. Leshan is in Sichuan Province China close to Chengdu where the horrific earthquakes have taken place in 2008 and most recently in 2013. The worst earthquake happened in Wenchuan on Monday May 12th 2008 killing 69,195 people and a further 18,392 still missing presumed dead, so a total of 87,587 souls were lost to Mother Earth on that day. The earthquake was also felt in nearby countries and as far away as both Beijing and Shanghaiβ€”1,500 km (930 mi) and 1,700 km (1,060 mi) awayβ€”where office buildings swayed with the tremor. I too felt these tremors in Shanghai 😦 Strong aftershocks, some exceeding magnitude 6, continued to hit the area even months after the main quake, causing new casualties and damage.

I hope you enjoy my continued walk around these beautiful gardens and you feel some energy and serenity from the images?

Namaste
Mark

Leshan 5

Published 18/05/2013 by inspiringyourspirit

My Dear friends,

After my very sad and shocking post re animal cruelty yesterday, I felt the need to bring us back to some peace and tranquility, so i’m continuing my walk with you through the gardens surrounding Leshan Temple and the largest Buddha in the world ‘Dafo’.

These statues and carvings bring me to a calm state of mind as soon as i see them, it’s like walking into a temple, a Church, a Cathedral, a Synagog or a Mosque, these wonderful places of worship are also filled with stunning artworks from ‘God, our creator’ and they are placed all around the world to bring us back to the ‘NOW’, to re-focus our minds to the beauty this world has to offer, to give us time to re-think and to help us focus on what is important in our lives.

I’m truely sorry if my post shocked you yesterday but it is part of this crazy world we live in and it’s people like us who can make a difference, we can stop cruelty, we can bring peace to this world… if we work ‘Together’!

I do hope you enjoy these images and meditate a little today, re-focus your mind and be at peace with the world!

Namaste
Mark

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Leshan 4

Published 16/05/2013 by inspiringyourspirit

More images taken on our visit to Leshan, Sichuan Province, China to see the largest Buddha in the world Dafo. The walk through the gardens surrounding the temple and Dafo is so beautiful and peaceful, you can gain inspiration, gather your thoughts, be in ‘The Moment’ and really feel ‘Life’.

I Hope you are enjoying this walk with me?

Namaste
Mark

resting place Looks like a Myan Peace

Energy Vampires

Published 15/05/2013 by inspiringyourspirit

Energy vampires will drain your energy, unless you stop them !!

By Heather Rulton.

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Have you ever been around someone who can zap all your energy just being around them ? or know someone who makes you feel drained whenever you give them your time, whether be over the phone, face to face, or even over the Internet through conversation ?

They some how manage to bring your mood from happy to……wondering why your no longer happy! And if you are an empath, clairsentiant, or emotionally sensitive, you will be the main source they focus on as you have a giving nature and your souls purpose is to help others and give your time and energy.

Energy vampires thrive and survive on other peoples energy. They can not sustain their own energy level so they must feed off others energy to keep them functioning. Some know they are doing this and use it to their advantage by using others time, energy, emotion, by unloading their problems on you on a regular basis, while doing nothing to really help them self or by picking arguments, creating tension in order to feed off the energy the interaction creates.

Others don’t really know they are doing this, they believe they are helpless and a victim of the universe. They ask for help and when you give it, nothing is ever is really accomplished because after your efforts are given they do not sustain momentum, unless someone else is doing it for them. A good motto here is….Be willing to help those, who are willing to help themselves ! They may not do it intentionally but none the less they do it.

These are energy vampires. There are many more examples of the types but in the end they ALL thrive on your energy and anyone else who will give it to them. They are the chronic complainers, the pessimistic the manipulators, the ones who like to argue or twist your words, the ones who talk negative about you, the ones who want you to do their work, they are the ones who bring you down intentionally or not. Energy vampires are every where. You meet them almost every day. They can be your neighbors your parents, customers, friends, in laws, strangers, even your own children !

Now just because they take your energy does not necessarily mean they are bad people and you should cut them out of your life. There are ways to help deal with these people once you can identify them. You and use simple visualization techniques to place a protective energy shield between you and the other person or persons.

You can carry crystals or gemstones in your pocket that help with clearing up negative energy or giving you the knowledge to know when it is appropriate to give them your time or help them.

You must be clear about your boundaries with these people, and if you do not have appropriate boundaries on how you will allow other people to treat you…. now is the time to get them. Speak them and mean it. Do not let others take advantage of you or engage in arguments that only serve to feed them your energy, time and attention.

Limit your time with these individuals and do not, do for them them, what they can do for themselves Helping is always good but be sure your helping and not enabling them to use you or think they are not capable themselves.

Do not engage in power struggles and walk away when you find yourself being pulled into an argument or low energy conversation that will really do no good or accomplish any thing.

Every one in our lives need help from time to time, a shoulder to cry on, and ear to vent to, and harsh words are spoken some times too, but when this is a regular thing something is out of balance and if it’s not corrected that is when you are left with symptoms such as fatigue, anxiety, frustration, resentment, even with short term head aches, aches, tension, or upset stomach and just an overall feeling of being drained…. when prior to your time spent with them you were fine.

Using protection is as simple as asking Spirit to place a bubble or wall of protection around you that will stop you from absorbing anyone else’s negative energy, and also to stop others from taking your energy. Energy Vampires are everywhere and most of us have to admit we have been an energy vampire at some point ourselves, but now that you know how to identify one, you can take measures to avoid the loss of your energy by someone else taking it without your permission, and you can be mindful not take someone else’s !

 

Namaste

Mark

Leshan 3

Published 14/05/2013 by inspiringyourspirit

Walking through the gardens surrounding the Dafo Buddha and the Temple, we came across a Happy Buddha πŸ™‚

Happy Buddha Head

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Buddhas hand

A beautiful walk, so quiet, so peaceful πŸ™‚

Namaste

Mark

Leshan 2

Published 08/05/2013 by inspiringyourspirit

Buddas2 Stunningly beautiful carvings are everywhere as you walk through the vast gardens which surround the temples and Dafo Buddha. intrecate detail A place to sit, to close your eyes, listen to the birds singing in the trees, to feel the wind on your face, relax and be mindful πŸ™‚ Namaste Mark

Leshan China

Published 07/05/2013 by inspiringyourspirit

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Carved in Stone 16 Chengdu

Hello Everyone,

I’m going to take you on a pictorial journey of Leshan to see The Giant Buddha of Leshan also known as
樂山倧佛, β€˜Dafo’ which means Big Buddha, Dafo is the tallest stone Buddha statue in the world, and by far the tallest pre-modern statue in the world. carved out of a cliff face by an 8th-century monk during the Tang Dynasty (618–907AD) in southern Sichuan province. The Giant Buddha overlooks the confluence of the Minjiang, Dadu and Qingyi rivers which flow below his feet and faces the sacred Mount Emei (with which it shares its World Heritage status).

I will share with you many images during the next few days which I hope will enable you to enjoy the beauty and serenity that this very special and spiritual place has to offer.

I do hope you enjoy the journey with me!

Namaste

Mark

Carved in Stone 2 Chengdu copy

Consciousness

Published 03/05/2013 by inspiringyourspirit

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Bird upon a feather lands
Tree upon a mountain stands
Tumbled shells grace ocean sands
Within Mother Earth’s loving hands

If only we as individuals and collectively as a human race could be more conscious of our own being, of our own surroundings and collectively as a species, I’m sure we would start to get along together so much better and we would put this world back on track to peace and civility and live in harmony with all living things.

Namaste

Mark

The Sound of Flowing Water

Published 02/05/2013 by inspiringyourspirit

 

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The sounds of flowing water connects us to the circle of nature and reminds us that nothing stops still in life and that change is a natural part of our lives. The soothing sound of flowing water blocks out other harsh noises and helps us deal with our own mental chatter.

The peaceful sounds of flowing water can help us calm our mind and release tension from our bodies. It can also improve our general mental and physical health. Water droplets produce beneficial negative ions, so, if we are close to flowing water we will inhale these negative ions which are then absorbed into our bloodstream. Negative ions are known to improve our wel-being, and our physical and mental capacity by accelerating the delivery of oxygen to our cells. That is why we can feel so refreshed and invigorated after a spring storm or by standing next to a waterfall.

Using Flowing water whilst meditating.

Try this meditation if you have been stuck inside your office or place of work for a long period of time or where the air is not particularly fresh or healthy.

If you have any flowing water nearby then sit on a cushion or chair near it or us a miniature water fountain.

  • Sit on a cushion, a chair or the ground near the water source.
  • Breathe normally and focus on the sound of the water for five minutes. Try to empty your mind of all thoughts. When thoughts intervene, dismiss them as passing thoughts and immediately return your focus to the sound of the flowing water.
  • With each in-breath, allow the sound of the water to deepen your relaxation in body and mind. Notice if you feel better physically when you are next to the flowing water.
  • Meditate for about ten minutes more and when you feel ready end your meditation.
  • Drink a large glass of pure fresh water and remind yourself to drink enough water everyday.

Namaste

Mark

Your Journey

Published 30/04/2013 by inspiringyourspirit

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The cloud does not insistΒ upon its form,

The wave does not force its way over the ocean,
So why should you clutch so tightly
 Your little map?

Follow your heart

And know joy in all things.
The path of freedom

Has no markers,
Yet leads to fulfilment;
The path of confusion
Is crowded with signs,

Pointing in all directions.

The Great Way is a humble,Β solitary path
Leading Home;
Follow it closely and be guided.


How do you know you are on the way?

When your map no longer serves you!

Namaste

Mark

Forgiveness

Published 29/04/2013 by inspiringyourspirit

by Maria KhalifΓ©

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β€œForgiveness does not change the past, but it does enlarge the future.” ~ Paul Boese

We are frequently quick to brush away an insult, hurt or harsh words with a flick of our wrist and dismiss it with casual words like β€œThat’s okay,” or β€œNot a problem.” Forgiving someone is more than just a reaction.

In actuality, those seemingly casual words may be carrying along two messages:

I forgive you.
It’s okay for you to hurt me repeatedly because I’ll just dismiss it.
As much as we wish this wouldn’t happen to us, we seem to be affected by the words and the actions of other people. They can tell immediately by the look on your face how you are reacting to their words and their actions. There isn’t one of us who wants others to know that we have hurt feelings, so we try to move away from them as rapidly as we can. Sometimes our β€œThat’s okay,” or β€œNot a problem,” is an avoidance technique: we brush aside our own feelings because even we don’t want to feel them.

We use our β€œThat’s okay,” or β€œNot a problem,” to quickly deflect our friends apologies which then gives them permission for the behavior to happen again. It’s subtle, I know, but it’s worth a good look to see if you are operating with this modus.

One of the first things that therapists recommend when you are trying to get a grip on your one wonderful life is to sit with your feelings. To feel whatever it is you feel. If you are not consciously aware of what is happening, you can do nothing to change it!

This brushing away of negative emotions is a dismissal of our own feelings. They come because they bear great gifts. They tell us if we are hurt. We cannot change feeling hurt until we can admit that we are hurt. These negative emotions are a dismissal of the negative input of others. Dismissal carries the message β€œIt’s okay if you hurt me.” As I said, it’s subtle, but it truly deserves your attention if you want your life and its experience to improve. Forgiving someone graciously is what is needed.

It requires far greater honesty than you are currently exercising, or you will remain running in circular patterns of behavior. In this cycle, without honesty interjected to stop it, you will continuously let people overstep themselves in our lives and offer pain, which we will then assume is our norm, and we will become victimized by this.

Namaste

Mark

Earth Teach Me

Published 26/04/2013 by inspiringyourspirit

Blind Meditation Session

Published 24/04/2013 by inspiringyourspirit

 

I’m off to do a 1 hour blindfolded meditation session to raise funds for these blind and partially sighted orphans today. I’m really looking forward to meeting the children and becoming their friend πŸ™‚

Namaste

Devine Kisses

Published 20/04/2013 by inspiringyourspirit

Devine Kisses

Butterfly

God was making butterflies,
An angel pleaded with the Most High ~
She wished to come to earth
To be close to flowers ~ with each
Kiss the butterflies receive from flowers,
The angel wished the kisses to suffering souls.
God made a bargain with the angel: β€œIf you bless
Everyone, not just the suffering, I will grant your request.”
β€œMost Compassionate, Most Merciful, Most Gracious,
I accept your conditions”, the angel replied as she flew off on butterflies’ wings ~

A stunningly beautiful Poem

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http://palestinerose.wordpress.com

Namaste my Friends

Mark

We are all the Same

Published 19/04/2013 by inspiringyourspirit

His Holyness The Dali Lama

When will we start to realise that we are ‘All THE SAME’ and start to respect each other as brothers and sisters, unite and be as one?

Namaste
Mark