, see yourself
in y our mind’s eye. As you m oved from seeing your physical body
reflected in a m irror, capture d on film, and inside your mind, each
was an experience in conscio usness. On that basis, there w ere not
three different experiences. There was one experienc e being
modified in three ways. Everything in life stands on the same
ground, as experiences that are modified consciousness. YOUR EXPERIENCE:

 DAY 16

Since there is no independent physical world, everyday
reality is a lucid dream taking place in the vivid now. Dreams aren’t  all cut from the same cloth. Some dream s are
vague, b arely more vivid than having a fleeting memory when you
are awake. At the opposite extreme are so-called lucid dreams. When you’re having a lucid dream, you have no clue tha t it is a
dream. You are fully immers ed in it and, when you wake up, it’s
hard to acknowledge that the dream wasn’t real. Likewise, virtual
reality is a fu ll-immersion experience. There are few clues to
suggest that you are not fully awake. For that reason, glimpses of  clarity, moments of joy, creative
insights, and the experience of meditation are precious. They
suggest that you are immersed in a vivid, lucid dream. Waking up
will come as a  surprise—for many people, it’s a shock to  realize
that they’ve been asleep all th eir lives. Every passing moment was
like experiencing the vivid now. Once awake, however, now
becomes a window into pure consciousness. It doesn’t matter what
fills the now. What matters is that you are fully awake to it. For Today
Moments when  you see through the spell/dream/illusion often
happen sponta neously—they come upon you by surprise. There’s
no set way to bring about such glimpses; the closest you can come
is throu gh meditation. Still, you can prepare the ground today for
the seed of metareality experience. At any time, take a look
around, smile to yourself, and say, “Imagine, this is all a dream,
and I am th e dreamer. ” The smile is important. It’s likeanticipating Christmas as a child. You know something good is
coming and, by reminding yourself, you open the way. YOUR EXPERIENCE:

 DAY 17

Now isn’t a moment in time that can be grasped and held. Now is the rise and fall of awareness. If you want to  know who enforces the rules of virtual re ality,
the cloc k is a good place to st art. The tick-tock of clock tim e slices
life into segments of secon ds, minutes, and hours. Once you
identify with clock time, your life passes in seconds, minutes, and
hours. Such an existence is m echanical and routine. Breaking out
of virtual reality, now has to become a state of awareness, not a
slice of bread. When you wake up, now is a presence; it is the
unbroken experience of being here. Experiencing this presence, you witness how the stream of
consciousness delivers a se quence of fleeting sensations and
perceptions. Dividing this stream of activity into seconds, minutes,
and hou rs is a mental construct only. When you are awake, you
pay more attention to the presence of awareness than  to the
fleeting events taking place in the mind. For Today
Mental activity is very clingy. You have a stake in the thou ghts,
sensations, images, and feelings that pass through your mind. But
you do n’t have to have a stake in those thoughts, sensations,
images, and feelings. Imagin e that you are sitting on a co mmuter
train looking out the window. As the scenery rushes by, you don’t
see it by picking out each building, tree, car, or person. It’ s all just
the passing scenery. If you ha ppen to notice something that stands
out, it passes just as quickly as the things you don’t noti ce. Now
instead of windows, substitute your eyes. You are sitting behind
them watching the passing scenery. When you adopt this position,which i s known as “witnessing,” you approximate for a moment
what the permanent state of being awake is like. YOUR EXPERIENCE:

 DAY 18

Clock time slices up the timeless, giving it beginnings and
endings. As a result, there is birth, aging, and death. All of virtual reality, from the atom to the human body to the
universe, is a timeless process frozen in time. If you say, “I was
born in 1961” or “The meeting starts promptly at three” or “The
big bang occurred 13. 8 billion years ago,” you are doing the same
thing—freezing a constant fluid process into a beginning, which
automatically b rings a middle and an end. Beginning, mid dle, and
end are  menta l constructs. What is the middle of blue. What was
the last  thing that happened before time began. When you wake
up, being here is continuous—actually, it has always been
continuous, until beginning, middle, and end were invented. It
will com e as a great relief to  ditch those concepts. Not o nly will
you find  that you are living in the now, but birth, aging, and death
will become irrelevant. For Today
To step out of clock time into the timeless, take a moment and
look at a color,  say the blue of the sky. Try to see beyond t he blue. Really try. You will notice th at it is futile to try to think your way
there. M ental activity is irrelevant. Nor does it matter if you
actually see beyond the blue. By stopping your mind from
interfering, you escaped clock time, so the only place you can be is
timeless. Similarly, try to imagine a time when you didn’t exist. This will also stop the think ing mind from interfering. You will
experience no time when you didn’t exist. Is there a better
definition of eternity. YOUR EXPERIENCE:

 DAY 19

Reality is the endless activity of awareness modifying
itself. If someone walked up to you  and said, “I want to be here  now. Where’s it happening. ” you’d  be puzzled. “Now” isn’t a place on
the map. Brain connection s can be mapped in their precise
locations, but there is no top, bottom, back, or front to aw areness. The now is con tinuous because awareness is continuous. Only in
virtual reality are limitations  like beginnings and endings or birth
and death imposed. When experienced directly, reality flows like a
river. B ut you have to imagin e it as a river that flows in a circle,
without starting in the mountains and running to the sea. When you are awake, even to describe awareness as a flow is
too limiting. Awareness does n’t need to be active. As it h appens,
activity is everywhere. Out side of meditation or unexpected
moments of silence, the mind is constantly participating in the rise
and fall  of consciousness as i t modifies itself. Beyond the constant
buzz of activity, consciousness is silent, pure, unbounded, not
needing to do anything. Upo n waking up, you identify w ith pure
consciousness, enjoying the calmness and security it brings. For Today
Silent awarene ss is always with you, waiting to be notice d. Sit
in a  qui et place and say to yourself, “I am _______,” fillin g in the
blank w ith your full name. With a brief pause between them, say
the following things to yours elf: “I am [first name],” then  “I am,”
then “Am,” and finally no thought. Without labels to identify with,
the mind is quiet. As you experience this state, even for a moment,you hav e found your real ide ntity. The ego emerges from mental
activity; your true self emerges from silent awareness. YOUR EXPERIENCE:

 DAY 20

Time is only one kind of limitation. So are space, matter,
and energy. Awareness itself is without any limitation. Waking up is clearer today than in the past, when the process
was considered so mysterious that it seemed totally paradoxical. As o ne ancient metaphor put it, wanting to wake up is like  being a
thirsty f ish. Th e fish is thirsty  only because it doesn’t realiz e that it
is su rrounded by the ocean. L ikewise, a person seeking to wake up
doesn’t realize that all limitat ions of the mind are the result of not
knowing that the infinite ocean of consciousness is everywhere at
every moment. Limitation beg ins in the mind but is mirrored by time, space,
matter, and energy. This mir roring effect holds good whether you
are asle ep or awake. The difference is that when you wake up, the
physical universe is seen for what it really is, the play of
consciousness. Consciousnes s has no form or boundarie s. Being
beyond labels and thoughts, it is inconceivable. It is also w ho you
really are. For Today
Hold up your hand and start  moving it into various posit ions,
each sig nifying a meaningful gesture. Act out the part of a police
officer directing


keeps	your	brain	alert	instead	of
allowing	it	to	wind	down	when	it	senses	that	it	is	night. While	there	are	some
apps	you	can	download	onto	devices	to	help	reduce	the	emission	of	blue	light,
there	is	still	some	remaining	stimulation	from	your	electronic	devices. You’d	be
better	served	turning	them	off	earlier	every	evening. Action	Steps	to	Align	Yourself	to	Nature’s
Rhythms
Here	are	some	of	the	most	important	steps	you	can	take	to	cut	down	on	sleep
disturbances	from	artificial	lights—especially	electronic	devices—to	promote
Peak	Beauty	Sleep. FOLLOW	THE	ONE-HOUR	RULE
It’s	critical	to	put	down	your	devices,	including	tablets,	cell	phones,	and	e-
readers,	at	least	an	hour	before	bed	if	you	want	to	get	that	profound	beauty
sleep	that	is	critical	to	how	you	feel	and	look. USE	AIRPLANE	MODE
While	you’re	at	it,	be	sure	to	fully	turn	off	your	cell	phone	when	you	go	to	bed
—or	at	least	put	it	in	airplane	mode. That	way	you	won’t	be	disturbed	by	the
sounds	or	lights	from	nighttime	calls,	texts,	and	e-mails. Plus,	by	cutting	off	thesignal,	you’ll	have	fewer	electromagnetic	frequencies,	or	invisible	electric	and
magnetic	fields	radiating	away	from	appliances	that	may	have	potentially
harmful	health	effects,	targeted	at	you	during	the	night. You	certainly	don’t
need	that	signal	beaming	at	you	all	night	long. FLASHLIGHT	IT	TO	THE	BATHROOM
We	all	have	to	get	up	in	the	middle	of	the	night	for	a	bathroom	break
sometimes. If	you	turn	on	the	bathroom	light,	however,	the	brightness	can
interrupt	your
circadian	rhythms,	making	it	difficult	for	you	to	go	back	to
sleep. Instead,	try	using	a	night-light	in	the	bathroom	that	isn’t	visible	from
your	bedroom,	or	keep	a	dim	flashlight	next	to	the	bed. Avoid	drinking	large
quantities	of	fluids	before	bedtime	as	well,	in	order	to	avoid	this	problem
altogether. CHANGE	YOUR	ALARM
Unfortunately,	LED
alarm	clocks	pose	the	same	problems	as	other	electronic
devices:	they	introduce	a	source	of	light	into	your	room	that	disrupts	your
circadian	rhythm. Your	alarm	clock	also	gives	off	an	electromagnetic	frequency
(EMF). Some	studies	link	EMF	exposure	to	melatonin	interruption	and
depletion	in	rodents	and	humans,
16
	which	is	not	good	since	melatonin	is	a
hormone	necessary	for	sound	sleep. Switch	to	a	battery-operated	alarm	clock	or
use	your	phone’s	alarm,	which	should	be	in	airplane	mode	at	bedtime	and
throughout	the	night. Avoid	placing	other	electronic	devices	such	as	radios	or
MP3	players	on	your	bedside	table	as	well. CAN’T	SLEEP? CHILL	OUT
If	you	simply	can’t	fall	asleep	for	more	than	half	an	hour	or	so	and	are	finding
yourself	getting	increasingly	agitated,	get	up	and	go	into	the	other	room	and	read
a	book	or	magazine,	listen	to	some	relaxing	music,	or
meditate. Whatever	you	do,
don’t
	do	anything	stimulating,	such	as	go	on	your	computer	or	watch	television. The
other	thing	to	avoid	is	staring	at	the	clock	or	constantly	checking	the	time	on	your
phone. (There	goes	that	blue	light	again!) Focusing	on	the	time	can	stress	you	out
and	make	it	even	harder	to	fall	asleep. So	just	try	to	let	it	go,	and	keep	your	phone
(in	airplane	mode	of	course!) far	enough	away	that	it	takes	some	real	effort	to
reach	over	and	pick	it	up. PICK	PRINT
While	e-readers	may	be	convenient	for	your	commute	or	when	traveling,	opt
for	printed
books	at	night. Reading	from	a	printed	book	at	night	is	actuallyrelaxing	and	can	help	promote	Peak	Beauty	Sleep. BALANCE	LIGHT	DAYS	AND	DARK	NIGHTS
To	sleep	better	at	night,	get	more
natural	light	into	your	days. Wake	up	to	the
light	by	opening	your	curtains	and	letting	it	shine	in. If	you	have	to	be	indoors
for	much	of	your	day	because	of	your	job,	make	an	effort	to	go	for	a	walk
during	the	day,	even	if	it’s	just	briefly	to	run	errands	or	walk	around	your	local
park. Try	to	eat	lunch	outside	when	the	weather	permits. Even	in	the	winter,	get
outside	and	into	the	light	as	much	as	possible. Bundle	up	when	it’s	cold.<|eot_id|><|begin_of_text|>Summarize the following text section accurately and concisely. Maintain specific details and numerical information, and use anti-repetition mechanisms:

        GRAPE-SEED	OIL
This	is	a	great	natural	moisturizer	that	helps	strengthen	cell	membranes. It
contains	antioxidants,	vitamins,	minerals,	and	other	nutrients. There	are	many
other	great	natural	plant	oils,	including	black	cumin	seed,	hemp	seed,	tamanu,
almond,	and	so	on. RADICAL	BEAUTY	SKIN	TEXTURE	SMOOTHING	MASK
Coconut	yogurt	is	a	great	source	of	amino	acids	and	probiotics,	carrot	is	high	in	skin-brightening
beta-carotene	and	antioxidants,	and	avocado	is	a	rich	source	of	nourishing	beauty	fats,	vitamins,	and
lecithin	to	nourish	dry	skin,	leaving	it	feeling	soft	and	smooth. Try	applying	this	mask	on	a	regular
basis	(ideally	once	a	week)	to	see	your	skin	become	smoother	with	diminished	age	spots. ½	cup	coconut	yogurt	(now	commonly	found	at	local
health	markets)
1	avocado,	peeled	and	pitted
3	tablespoons	raw,	organic	honey
1	organic	carrot
In	a	food	processor	or	blender,	combine	the	ingredients	and	process	until	you	reach	a	smooth
consistency. Spread	over	your	face	and	neck	and	relax	for	15	to	20	minutes	before	rinsing. Red	Patchiness
According	to
Ayurveda,	red	patches	are	caused	by	too	much
Pitta
	fire	present,
which	may	be	generated	from	within	by	foods	that	are	allergenic	or
inflammatory. Try	eliminating	common	allergens,	such	as	dairy	and
gluten,	for
two	weeks	and	see	if	symptoms	subside. Here	are	some	additional	tips	for
cutting	down	on	this	common	skin	ailment:
•
Avoid	spicy	and	pungent	foods	and	spices	such	as	chilies	and	chili	powder
to	cut	down	on	internal	“fire. ”
•
Take	probiotics	and	eat	probiotic-rich	foods,	such	as	raw	sauerkraut	(known
in	the	Beauty	Detox	community	as	Probiotic	&	Enzyme	Salad). •
To	ensure	your	digestion	is	efficient	and	regular,	try	adding	a	magnesium-
oxygen	supplement	(such	as	Detoxy	+)	in	the	evenings. •
Try	adding	some	turmeric,	which	has	cleansing	properties,	to	your	soups
and	when	cooking	veggies. •
Sip	warm	herbal	teas	during	the	day	to	help	keep	the	microcirculatory
channels	flowing	and	free	of	toxins. •
Drink	coconut	water,	which	is	cooling. •
Incorporate	lots	of	raw	greens	into	your	diet,	since	raw	greens	are	considered
cooling. •
Eat	sweet,	watery	fruits	such	as	pineapples	and	mangoes	to	help


 is inside that speck, and so on to
infinity. Victor Hugo put it like this: “Where the telescope ends, the
microscope begins. Which of the two has the grander view?” So I suggest
that you tempor arily put away the telescope on the entire oneso ng and take
a look inward, at the one thing you know the most about, your own body. Here we will see we are all an “I that is we,” to borrow a phrase from
Richard Moss’ s marvelous book of that title. Let’s take a look through this
metaphorical microscope. We are teeming with life-forms, most of which are necessary to keep us
in a state of aliveness. Our eyelids have many tiny organisms that work in
harmony with the whole. The lining of our large intestines has hundreds of
different kinds of microbes, all alive, all with their own unique
characteristics, yet still very much a part of the whole person. Our scalp is
home for tiny organisms, each one of which has a separate identity that can
be examined with a powerful microscope. So too, our liver, pancreas,
toenails, skin, heart, and on and on are brimming with life, all working in
harmony with the whole that we call “me.” Yes, indeed, you and I are a me
that is we, and though those microscopic life-forms that reside inside our
toenails will very likely never  come into contact with those other very
different life-forms that live in our eyeballs, they are both separate and
unique and crucial to the survival of the totality that we call ourselves.This became abundantly clear for me when I saw a documentary on the
life-forms living within one raindrop. With a very powerful microscope,
scientists docum ented that there were hundreds of life-forms in each
raindrop, many of which had no physical contact with the other life-forms
in the same drop. They were of different colors, shapes, and origins, each
with unique physical characteris tics, and were as far away from one another
as we are from tribesmen in Afghanistan. Yet they all composed the totality
called “raindrop.”
In an endless universe, it is conceivable that our physical size is
proportionately the same as that of the tiniest microbe within the tiniest
microbe, within the even tinier microbe all within that drop of rain. The
infinitely tiny life-form that resides within my toenail will never make
physical contact with the tiny microbes in the inner lining of my retina in
my eye, in that eye’s socket, on the head of my torso, ad infinitum. At the
same time it is a separate, unique part of the totality known as “person.”
From this perspective we can contemplate our self as a person in relation to
the totality known as “universe.”
With our narrow vision we can see that we are connected at the physical
level, and we can validate this with physical-measurement meth ods. But we
tend to use those  measuring sticks, which we have invented, as instruments
to enslav e us to a confining and narrow interpretation of our place in this
onesong. We do this by believin g that reality is only what we are capable of
measuring, rather than both what we can measure and what is still
unmeasurable. Germs and bacteria existed in our lives and bodies long
before we could examine them under the microscope. The invention of the
microscope did not create the germs! Just as we have created devices to
measure what was previously there but unmeasurable, so too it is possible,
and, for me, probable, that each of us is a part of a “we” that is
unmeasurable by contemporary man-made technology. If we think of all humanity as one being, and ourselves as individual
pieces of the gigantic being, and if somehow we could manage to get back
far enough to see this entire life-form, we would notice immediately if one
part of the being was missing. Our eyes would automaticall y go to the
empty space. That space shows how important each of us is. You and I
make the body of humanity complete. If we are not fully alive and working
in harmony with the entire body, it lacks harmony and balance. And ifenough of us are missing, the body will die. This is the perspective we must
take in order to understand and begin to live the principle of oneness. It is, of course, a paradox to be unique and all-one at the same time. Nevertheless, it is our reality, and once we know how this principle of
oneness works in this endless universe, we will begin to see how we can
make the principle work not only for each of us, but for this entire song that
we make  up. The harmony will be felt within you, and it will radiate out to
make the onesong a rapturous melody, totally in tune, harmoniz ing with all
of the individual notes that make up this universe! Let me tell you what a
personal dif ference it has made for me in every aspect of my life. MY FIRST  CONT ACT  WITH ONENESS

My mother ’s mother holds a very special place in my heart. When my
mother was beset by so many difficulties after my father abando ned us, my
grandparents took my oldest brother to live with them. And from my
grandmother ’s role as a mother I got my first inkling of the concept of unity
and oneness. My grandmothe r had nursed each of her children and had been extremely
protective of her young, includ ing my mother. She had spent most of her
time lovingly rocking, singing, cuddling, and caring for her infants. My grandmother was in her ninety-fourth year when she began to lose
some of her physical faculties. She needed constant help and care as she
approached the age of ninety-five. I watched my mother taking care of her
in those final days of my grand mother ’s life. I watched as my mother took
clean clothes to her mother, and made absolutely certain that her
under garments were never soiled. And one day I watched my mother
holding my grandmother and peeling a banana for her and actually mushing
it up in her own mouth and massaging her mother ’s neck to help her
swallow it. Then she helped her put on clean underclothes. She rocked her
mother and talked to her almost as if she were a baby. As I watched, I asked
myself the question that was swirling around in my head: “Who is mother
and who is child? Didn’ t my now-helpless child-grandmother once change
the diapers of the mother -child and mush up her food to make sure that she
was properly nourished?” Weren’ t these two human beings really fulfilling
the same role for each other?The oneness of it all struck me in an astonishing way as I watched this
scene. I realized it is all one big circle, just as the universe is one big circle,
and while we tend to identify ourselves with our separateness, when we can
get a different perspective we see that it is all one, and that there exists in
the onesong a large being called Human Being, and that each of us is born
into that being. My second encounter with this oneness concept came when I began to
read some of the literature on collective consciousness. I had read Ken
Keyes’ s The Hundr edth Monkey, and I was trying to put it into a personally
meaningful context. Very briefly, the hundredth monkey is a theory about
how all of us within a species affect one another. A group of monkeys was
being studied off the coast of Japan, and one monkey within the group
began washing his sweet potatoes in a certain way in the salt water. Soon all
of the monkeys began mimicking this monkey and doing the same thing. When a given number of the monkeys behaved in this fashion, the same
behavior began to appear in a group of monkeys hundreds of miles away,
even though the two groups had had no physical contact with each other. The hundredth monkey symbo lized what scientists call the critical mass
within the species. It is theorized that once a critical mass number is
reached, the same behavior begins to show up in all of the other members of
the same species. It seems to be true for all species that when a given
critical mass of its members begins to think or act in a certain way, so does
every other member of that same species. In Ken Keyes’ s book,  he uses the
example of nuclear war and suggests that if enough of us as members of the
human species believe and act as if there will ultimately be a nuclear war,
then when we reach that critical mass, we will of course create our own
reality as a species. On the other hand, if enough of us believe and act as if
such an occurren ce were impossible, then we can create that reality for our
entire species as well. The invisible connection betw een all members of a species  is more
verifiable now than it was a few years ago. Physicists describe it as “phase
transition.” Scientists report that when atoms within a molecule align in a
certain way and a critical mass number is reached, the rest of the atoms
spontaneously line up the same way. Nick Herbert’ s Quantum Reality,
Fritjof Capra’ s The Tao of Physics, Gary Zukav’ s The Dancing


 breath inside and raise both hands
to the face. Close the ears with the thumbs, the eyes with the
index fingers, the nostrils with the middle fingers, and the
mouth by placing the ring and the little fingers above and
below the lips. Perform mula bandha and vajroli mudra (see
p. 91 and 114). Concentrate on the sahasrara while retaining the
breath inside. Hold the breath for as long as possible without 106
strain, then release the finger pressure on the nostrils and
slowly exhale. During this exhalation release mula bandha
and vajroli mudra, but keep the fingers in position. Maintain
awareness of the sahasrara. At the end of the exhalation,
relax for a few seconds and then repeat the whole process. Duration: For as long as possible without strain. Notes: In the body there are nine openings through which
sensory experiences of the external world enter and waste
matter is excreted: the two ears, the two eyes, the two
nostrils, the mouth, the anus, and the urinary passage. These
openings are called the nine "gates" in the "temple" of the
body. By closing these gates and withdrawing the mind in
ward, one is able to pass through the tenth gate - that of
spiritual awakening - thereby transcending mundane con
sciousness. The mystical tenth gate is in the crown of the
sahasrara chakra and is known as the gate of Brahma (higher
conscousness). Benefits: As the mind is drawn within from the external
world, awareness develops of the nada, psychic sounds
which originate in the sahasrara chakra and emanate from
an important center in the brain called bindu-visargha. (10) Agnisar Kriya (Vahnisar Dhauti: "purification by fire
breathing"). Vajrasana 107
Sit in Vajrasana (note diagram, p. 106), keeping the toes
together and separating the knees as far as possible. Place
both hands on the knees and lean the upper half of the body
forward slightly, keeping the arms straight. Open the mouth
and extend the tongue from the mouth. Breathe rapidly in
and out by contracting and expanding the abdomen. The
breathing should resemble the panting of a dog. Repeat this
rapid breathing 25 times. Advanced form: Take the same pose as in the sample form. Exhale as deeply as possible and perform jalandhara bandha. With external retention, rapidly contract and expand the ab
dominal muscles. Precautions: Wait at least four hours after eating to prac
tice this mudra. Limitations: Those with high blood pressure, heart disease,
or peptic or duodenal ulcers should not do this practice. Benefits: Abdominal conditions such as excessive wind
(flatulence), constipation, depressed liver function, etc., are
relieved, the abdominal organs are toned, and the appetite is
stimulated. This serves as a good preparation for uddiyana
bandha (see Chapter III p. 92) and nauli kriya (abdominal
massage, see Chapter IV, p. 120). Although described here with the basic mudras, aginsara
kriya, which can be used as a substitute or preparation for ud
diyana bandha, is not a mudra proper, but a part of hatha
yoga practice. With it, this section is concluded, and we pro
ceed to the methods for awakening the chakras. Methods for Awakening the Chakras
One traditional approach to the awakening of the chakras
is exemplified by the Gorakshashatakam, a brief treatise writ
ten in the tenth century by the guru Goraknath. This text will
be presented in detail in Chapter VI-B. The principle tech
nique described is the concentration on each chakra while
gazing at the tip of the nose. For example, Goraknath 108
writes, "The first chakra, called adhara (the muladhara), is
like burnished gold. Meditating on it with the gaze fixed on
the tip of the nose, one is freed from sin. The second chakra
is the svadhisthana, as beautiful as a genuine ruby. Meditating on it with the gaze fixed on the tip of the nose,
one is freed from sin. " The effectiveness of this practice can be explained by the
location of the ida and pingala nadis, which originate in the
muladhara chakra - the seat of kundalini - and terminate
in the left and right nostrils, respectively. Gazing at the tip of
the nose therefore stimulates these nadis and the muladhara
chakra, as well as the kundalini it houses. When using this
method while concentrating on another chakra, the practi
tioner can cause kundalini to rise and further energize that
chakra, already activated by mental concentration. This 109
technique of nose-gazing, then, is a powerful method which
can potentially double the effects of concentration. However, since this practice is so simple and monotonous,
a beginner finds himself easily distracted by thoughts and
desires which emerge from the subconscious. His mind
becomes restless, and his concentration is easily broken. For
these reasons, the practices recommended here are of a more
comprehensive and varied nature. Indian yoga has devised
and handed down other effective methods for awakening the
chakras which combine chakra concentration with asanas,
pranayama, and mudras. The mechanism of these practices
follows a distinct pattern: first, prana is absorbed through
pranayama; next, the chakra is stimulated physically and
phychically through specific asanas and mudras; and finally,
the chakra is activated by the infusion of channeled prana
and direct mental concentration. The following descriptions of practices for awakening the
chakras are largely based on Tantra of Kundalini Yoga by
Swami Satyananda Saraswati. Please realize that the prac
tices enumerated here traditionally have been taught only to
outstanding students under the careful guidance of a guru. Practicing alone from a book can easily lead to a misunder
standing and thus considerable danger. It is essential that the
instructions recorded here be followed only under the most
expert guidance. (1) Awakening the Ajna Chakra
Sit in siddhasana (women in siddha yoni asana) with the
eyes gently closed. If siddhasana is impossible, sit in half sid
dhasana, with one heel - whichever feels more comfort
able - pressing against the perineum. Place the hands on the
knees in chin mudra and make sure the spine is erect. It is
important to keep the eyelids closed gently; the unconscious
strain generated when the eyes are closed tightly prevents
entry into deep meditation. Concentrate between the
eyebrows or on the tip of the nose, fixing the eyes themselves 110
on either spot behind the closed lids. At the same time, alter
nately contract and relax the perineum gently, where the
heel is pressing. Continue for 5 to 10 minutes. Next, become aware of the breath and adjust to the rhythm
so that the perineum is contracted during inhalation and
relaxed during exhalation. Breathe at a natural speed in this
way for 50 breaths, maintaining awareness of both the
perineal contractions and the breath. This is the first half of
the method. Next, remaining in the same position, concentrate on the
ajna chakra between the eyebrows. Inhale slowly and deeply,
imagining the absorption or prana between the eyebrows as
you chant OM* in your mind. Then exhale slowly, imagining
that you are radiating prana from the eyebrow center, return
ing it to the universe, as you continue to chant OM. Continue
for as long as possible (30 minutes to two hours). There are two reasons why stimulation of the perineum,
the location of the muladhara chakra in the physical body, is
helpful in awakening the ajna. First, this practice helps to
awaken the kundalini which resides within the muladhara. No chakra can be awakened unless it is energized by an ac
tivated kundalini. Secondly, the ajna is directly connected to
the muladhara by the ida, pingala and sushumna nadis,
which converge at these two points. Direct stimulation of
one of these chakras generates a contingent effect upon the
other. Thus, the activation of the muladhara in the first part
of the practice described here is an excellent preparation for
the direct concentration on the ajna which follows. Concentration on the ajna chakra is strongly recommend
ed before attempting to awaken other chakras, for the follow
ing reasons. Each chakra is said to possess its own latent kar
ma, which is brought to the surface and activated to some ex
tent when it is stimulated through ascetic practice. The
* Pronounced like "home" without the "h". III
awakening of the ajna chakra avowedly enables the practi


 and complete evacuation his pimples
disappeared and the face became radiant:
-EDITOR 228 :.AUTO-URINE THERAPY
6. Moles on Wrists : Shri Dara Hormusaji Mehta's successful
treatment of his wife's moles is narrated lh Kaisar~i~Hind as follows :
"Some months ago, my wife's wrists were overgrown with small
moles. A famous Dermatologist was consulted who prescribed costly
medicines and tablets and also frightened by the warning 'if enough
caution is not observed the body will be convered with them.' I gave
up the plan of purchasing the medicines and asked my wife to keep
her affected parts dipped in her fresh urine daily for some time. After
a month's treatment all the moles disappeared and the wrists were
again as soft and smooth as before.". -
7. Dry Sore : Shri Ranjitmal Lodha of 32 years lives in Ajmer. In
1976 he developed dry sores on his chest anQ. back. For some time
allopathic medicine did give some relief but on discontinuation
again the whole condition would return. Once he happened to read Arogyaka amulya Sadhan : Swamutra. On reading it, he began massaging daily for ten minutes with urine. Within 10-12 days his sores disappe~red. Now he prevails upon
others also to adopt this therapy for any ailment. ~EDITOR
8. Tumour on Chest : (1) Shrmati lndumati Pandit is of 60 years. ; In 1968 she developed a painful tumour between her breasts. The
civil surgeon on examination told that the tumour was not ripe for
removal and after about a week he would return from his tour and
then operate. Shri K. G. Pandit began urine therapy. He started
fromenting the affected part with urine and put hot urine packs
also. Within five days' treatment, before the civil surgeon's expected
returen. the fumour disappeared and not even any sign remained of
~ the painful tumour. (2) Shri Muni Sampatmalji is.of 50 years. The report of his
recovery in his words, is :
"For 25 years I carried on my chest a tumour which during one of
my peregranations suddenly began to discharge thick pus. There was f i
.,.. -SKIN DISEASES : 229
pain also. Swelling and inflammation around it aggravated)the
condition. Doctors advised immediate operation as they suspe_cted it
to be of cancer and warned that failing it, the malignant matter will
spread to other regions of the body. I firmly refuset! to be oper.a,ted. "I removed mysefl to Mamasar (Rajasthan) as advised by Gurudev
Acharya Tulshiji. Auto-urine therapist Shri Bhojaraj Sancheti
prescribed massage on the tumour. Within a short time, I found
miraculous recovery. Within five~six months' time· the tumour
practically disappeared. Though there is a spot signifying the
tumour I am not,inconvenienced with it. "Auto-urine therapy indeed is an excellent and cheap remedy. If
followed properly and accordi~ to its rules it gives,romplete
relief." ·
9. Ulcer on the Buttock : Master Godbole is a boy of 14 and _
lives in Bhilai (Bihar). In 1964 there erupted an ulcer on his buttock. He was to be operated after a week. But Shri K. G. Pandit applied
fomentation with ~rine on the affected part twice a day. The boy felt
some relief and went to sleep. Shri Pandit came at 8 in the morning
and woke him up. He found thf1t the be~ sheet was soaked in blood
and pus, as most of the congestipn in the ulcer had been discharged. He washed the ulcer with hot urine, and for half an hour fomented
the wound and put a urine pack. In the evening when Shri Pandit
came, he was surprised to find the boy p tying. His pain had
vanished. Only once more the wound was fomented and urine
pack applied. Next day there was no sign of any wound and he
went to school. 10. Swarthy Face: Shri Rank Bandhuji, manager, Gandhi Smarak
Bhawan, Chandigarh, told me on 1-12-1976 that a girl's face had
become partially swarthy. Even prominent physicians could not give ·
her any relife. A doctor started taking her urine for examination and
would return it in his own bottles. She was asked to massage the
part with this as also to drink it. In 20 days her blackness vanished. --------------~~-~--------
CHAPTER X
DISEASES OF 'EARS
1. Aching Ears : Vaidya Karunashankar Ramshankar Trivedi is
one of the noted Ayurvedic physicians of Ahmedabad. He writes a
medical column every week in )anasatta, a Gujarati daily, giving
Ayurvedic prescriptions for different ailments. His own experience of
urine therapy is as follows :
(1) Ear-ache : This ·can be cured with quite fresh or. slightly
warmed urine. This is my own experience. I was young and was
reading in the eighth· standard. Once we were sleeping on the
marble floor of a beautiful temple -a friend of mine, my brother and
I were thus asleep when a small centipede entered my ear. I was
just a child, I began creating a row. But the temple doorman told
me that nothing was possible as it was quite late in the night. He
advised us to put some urine in the ear and go to sleep. Next
morning everything will be clear. My brother dropped my own
urine in my ear. In the morning we were surprised to see two-three pieces of the
centipede stuck to my ear. Whether it was due to urine or whether it
came out of its own accord can never be known for sure. But I
give all the credit for the cure to the urine and for suggesting this I
am grateful to the doorman of the temple. (2) Shri K. G. Pandit informs that in 1966 in Calcutta a
12-year-old boy Rajendra Gadgil was having acute pain in the ear
by putting a few drops of fresh urine in the ear he ·was so completely
relieved of the pain that he went to sleep and could wake up only in
the morning. Next day some dirt was found thrown out of the ear
and h~ was completely relieved ofthe pain. 232 CHAPTER XI
AILMENTS OF TEETH AND JAW
1. jaw being impartially immobile : Frdm jammu Mrs. Kalavati
writes on 26-6-1975 :
"My right jaw was rendered so irmnobile that my mouth would
not fully open on the right side. While eating it made noise similar
to one heard while chewing ice pieces. twas not able to properly
masticate roti for about one month, as chewing involved pain. Mostly 1 was on liquied or semi-liquid diet. I underwent allopathic
tretment of tablets, capsules and injections and even radiation
treatment, but it was of no avail. At last for ~· fortnight I drank
urine, massaged with urine <.nd placed urine pack on the cheek. This gave complete relief." CHAPTER XII
~OMPLAINTS OF THI:.-~AD. 1. Giddiness : Shrimati Jhamakudevi Vaid belongs to Momasar
(Rajasthan) and is of 52. She narrates her case as follows:
"About 13 years ago I was suffering from a disease of the legs. I
was cured of it by usual medicines. But other complaints arose. Giddiness~ constipation, palpitation, loss of appetite and insomnia. In 1972 1 began auto-urine treatment under Shri Bhojraj Sancheti's
supervision. 1 had a urine fast for some days. For about two months I
massaged with urine. During the fast I drank all the urin~ I passed. Later 1 drank it daily twice or thrice. I had observed all restrictions in
die~. Now I am quite well and trust to remain so." 2. Headache for Y~ars : Sist(r (num) Neetishriji's re;->ort of her • recovery is as follows. "I was sufferi, •g rrom heqdache for years. When· the v::iris of head
dilated, the whole body would tremble. On c<;casion during cold
233 234 : AUTO-URINE THERAPY
catarrh there was bleeding through nose and throat. All treatments
allopthic, h:>'lloeopathic and nature cure-proved frutiless. Due to
homoeopathic medicines nose-bleeding stopped but sores erupted
on my head. "I was in Momasar to nurse ailing Sadi':vis (nuns). Once I was
suddenly down with catarrh, bleeding through nose and mouth
started


	you	intend	to	learn	Chinese	ideograms,
of	which	there	are	thousands,	you	can	apply	yourself,	and	gradually	a	system
of	meaningless	ink	strokes	will	be	transformed	into	a	meaningful	area	of
knowledge. Once	mastered,	the	Chinese	language	becomes	part	of	you;	it
becomes	second	nature,	and	you	can	proceed	to	use	it	for	creative	purposes. In	essence	you	have	accessed	the	mind	field	and	willed	your	own	evolution. You	have	made	a	leap	nearly	as	significant	as	when	Paleolithic	man
discovered	that	meaningless	vocal	noises	could	be	transformed	into	spoken
language. Intelligence	and	meaning	aren’t	only	“in	here”	as	a	subjective	creation	of
the	brain	or	“out	there”	as	a	freestanding	object. The	give-and-take	by	which
the	brain	creates	meaning	is	also	how	it	creates	the	world	and	creates	itself. All	these	processes	actually	belong	to	one	process,	the	self	“curving	back	onto
itself	to	create	again	and	again,”	as	Lord	Krishna	says. The	field	is	innately
creative. It	formed	the	human	brain,	which	is	so	receptive	that	it	took	the	next
leap	and	learned	to	create	new	thoughts,	abilities,	and	memories	on	its	own. Our	brains	are	still	acting	out	the	total	activity	of	the	cosmos,	but	we	happen
to	claim	that	“I	am	thinking”	when	it’s	just	as	true	to	say	“the	mind	field	is
thinking	through	me.”
Memes	and	the	Behavior	of	Beliefs
There’s	another	kind	of	filtering	that	limits	how	much	of	the	mind	field	we
can	perceive. This	has	to	do	with	creating	beliefs	and	then	accepting	them	as
real. A	belief	is	an	idea	we	hold	on	to. For	example,	if	you	believe	that	God	is
good,	that	women	are	mysterious,	or	that	life	is	unfair,	you	have	taken
generations	of	shared	experience	and
reduced
	it	to	one	conclusion. The
conclusion	may	be	right	or	wrong;	that’s	not	important	for	the	moment. Beliefs	hold	us	together	as	a	society. Such	shared	beliefs	give	us	a	clue	about
how	mind	might	exist	outside	the	body.We	all	carry	in	our	minds	a	large	database	of	information	that	we	consider
fundamental. This	database	holds	everything	important	that	we	believe	about
the	world. It	is	our	worldview. We	depend	upon	it	to	survive	for	even	a	short
time. Beliefs	evolve	over	the	centuries,	and	therefore	some	researchers	look
upon	beliefs	as	being	like	“virtual	genes,”	that	become	fixed	characteristics	of
the	brain. These	mental	genes	were	named	“memes”	by	the	British
evolutionist	Richard	Dawkins,	who	founded	a	new	field	overnight	that	has
proliferated	considerably	since	then. A	meme	is	often	compared	to	a	virus	that	spreads	from	person	to	person
until	an	entire	society	gets	infected. It	wouldn’t	be	beneficial	to	our	species	to
become	infected	by	everything. If	we	were	actually	open	to	all	new	ideas,	we
would	not	be	able	to	maintain	a	coherent	view	of	the	world. Imagine	changing
your	view	of	the	opposite	sex,	for	example,	every	time	you	met	a	new	person. In	order	to	evolve,	human	beings	had	to	make	sure	that	they	accepted	only
“good”	memes—ideas	that	promoted	a	coherent,	reliable	worldview—and
rejected	“bad”	memes,	ideas	that	moved	the	mind	in	the	opposite	direction. The	basic	fact	that	we	can	track	the	spread	of	beliefs	the	way	we	track	the
spread	of	avian	flu	provides	us	with	another	clue	to	the	nature	of	the	mind
field:	it	is	dynamic,	shared,	evolving,	and	powerful. It	is	capable	of
“infecting”	us	with	good	or	bad	beliefs	without	the	individual	actually	going
through	any	experience	at	all. Thus	societies	fight	and	die	defending	a	God
few	have	personally	experienced. Nietzsche	was	foreshadowing	memes	when
he	said	that	a	mistaken	idea	“grows	from	generation	unto	generation,	merely
because	people	believe	in	it,	until	it	gradually	grows	to	be	a	part	of
the
	thing
and	turns	into	its	very	body. What	at	first	was	appearance	becomes	in	the	end,
almost	invariably,	the	essence,	and	is	effective	as	such.”
Creating	a	Worldview
The	Vedic	rishis	said	that	anything	we	experience	in	the	Akashic	field	was
created	by	our	own	consciousness. Memes	offer	evidence	of	this,	as	a	means
to	create	the	worldview	that	we	then	believe	in. There	may	not	be	much
incentive	to	adapt	to	new	ideas	on	our	own,	but	when	two	worldviews	clash,
as	Western	culture	is	clashing	with	radical	Islam,	the	pressure	to	cling	to	one
worldview	or	the	other	against	outside	threat	is	inescapable. Our	very	survival
is	said	to	depend	upon	it. (I	am	reminded	of	a	CNN	interview	with	a	right-
wing	Christian	operative	from	Indiana	who	said,	“As	long	as	liberals	and
atheists	despise	us,	we	will	never	go	away.”)
Two	people	with	different	worldviews	can	see	the	same	fact	and	give
totally	divergent	interpretations	of	it,	because	no	fact	or	event	is	perceived	by
itself. Walking	down	the	street,	I	may	pass	a	woman	with	bright	red	lipstick,	a
faint	whiff	of	wine	on	her	breath	from	a	lunch	at	a	restaurant,	and	no	hat	onher	head. In	my	worldview,	none	of	these	facts	triggers	any	particular	emotion
or	judgment,	so	this	is	a	neutral	encounter	that	barely	registers	on	me. Therefore	you	might	assume	that	nothing	happened	in	my	brain. Yet,	as	meme
theory	points	out,	a	great	deal	happened	tacitly. The	sight	of	this	woman
entered	my	brain	as	raw	data	along	the	optic	nerve,	but	I	couldn’t	actually
“see”	her	until	that	data	passed	through	my	worldview. Imagine	a	series	of
filters	marked	“memory,”	“beliefs,	“associations,”	and	“judgments.”	Each
filter	alters	the	raw	data	in	some	way,	invisibly	and	instantaneously. Should	a	person	with	a	different	worldview	encounter	the	same	woman,
he	would	“see”	her	through	his	filters. If	he	happened	to	be
a
	traditional
Muslim	or	a	Victorian	or	a	medieval	monk,	all	the	innocuous	features	that
entered	my	brain—the	lipstick,	the	smell	of	alcohol,	the	absence	of	a	hat—
might	cause	a	violent	reaction	in	his	brain,	and	generate	considerable	stress. A	worldview	provides	fixed	grooves	for	behavior,	which	is	dangerous,
unfortunately,	much	of	the	time. Traits	like	racism	and	warmaking	persist	as
automatic	reflexes. Anatomically	the	human	nervous	system	is	divided	into
two	parts:	the	somatic	and	autonomic	nervous	systems. All	information	in	the
body	that	you	are	conscious	of	comes	from	the	somatic	nervous	system;	all
information	that	you	are	unconscious	of	comes	from	the	autonomic	nervous
system. Memes	occupy	a	fascinating	middle	ground,	a	shadowland. When
you	can’t	get	a	catchy	song	out	of	your	head—one	classic	example	of	meme
behavior—you	are	totally	conscious


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Choosing a Juicer
T ypes of juicers
Features to look for in a juicer
Choosing a Blender
T ypes of blenders
Features to look for in a blenderCleaning Y our Juicer or Blender
Cleaning a juicer
Cleaning a blender
Chapter 4: Shopping for and Preparing Fresh Produce
Shopping Like a Pro
Making a list and checking it twice
Knowing what to look for in produce
W eighing your options: Fresh, dried, frozen, or canned
T reating Fruits and V egetables like Gold
Getting them home
Giving them a bath
Storing them to last
Freezing them for the future
Chapter 5: Catering to Special Needs
Choosing Healthy Drinks for Children
T ackling the Needs of T eenagers
Getting the Nutrients Y ou Need as Y ou Age
Pumping Up the Nutrients When Y ou’re Pregnant or
Breastfeeding
Keeping Y our Blood Sugar under Control When Y ou Have
Diabetes
Part II: Liquid Gold: The Health Benefits of Juicing and Smoothies
Chapter 6: Science and Nutrition in a GlassV itamins
Minerals
Enzymes
What do enzymes do. The raw truth
Protein
Fluids
Drink the Rainbow: How to Make Sure Y ou Get the
Nutrients Y ou Need
Chapter 7: Juicing and Smoothies for the Outside
Looking Y ounger
Focusing on free radical damage
Preventing or reversing age spots
Recognizing the anti-aging, restorative power of
green juices
Rechar ging your batteries
Improving Y our Skin
Growing Healthy Hair and Nails
Losing W eight
T aking the long-term approach
Making lifestyle changes
Staying regular with fruit and fiber
Snacking on juices and smoothies
Drinking juices and smoothies as meal replacements
Flushing fats with juice, water, and smoothiesChapter 8: Juicing and Smoothies for the Inside
Increasing Y our Ener gy Level
Fueling the body
Building bones
Living Longer
Lowering your cholesterol with pulp
Preventing cancer
Revving Up Y our Sexy V itality
Balancing hormones
Seeking out sexy nutrients
Boosting Y our Immune System
Flushing and fueling your immune or gans
A voiding immune depressants
Improving Y our Memory
Feeding the brain
Herbs for memory
Chapter 9: Juicing to Cleanse or Detoxify
Cleansing: Clearing W aste from Y our Digestive System
Considering the cleansing power of fruits
Doing a juice cleanse without fasting
Cleansing with a juice fastDetoxifying: Ridding Y our Body of T oxins
Identifying toxic substances
Understanding why you should deal with toxins in
the body
Zeroing in on the best detoxifying juices
Detoxifying: T wo plans
Part III: Getting Juiced
Chapter 10: Juicing Ingredients and T echniques
Juicing Ingredients
Fruits and vegetables
Green grasses, herbs, and sprouts
Healthy additives
Juicing T echniques
Peeling, seeding, and coring (or not)
Juicing from soft to hard and using dif ferent juicer
speeds
Juicing fresh herbs and grasses
How to Cook with Juices
Sauces and glazes
Pasta and rice
Soup and stew
Baked goods
Chapter 11: Fruit JuicesBreakfast Juices
Snack Juices
Digestive Fruit Juices
Fruit Mocktails, Cocktail Mixers, and Punches
Chapter 12: V egetable Juices
Breakfast Juices
Lunch and Dinner Juices
Snack Juices
Digestive and After -Dinner Juices
Exercise Juices
Antioxidant Juices
Elimination Juices
V egetable Mocktails and Cocktail Mixers
Chapter 13: Recycling Y our Juicing Leftovers
Planning Ahead
Recipes for Recycling Pulp
Creating Y our V ery Own Kitchen Spa with Pulp
Skin-Refining Face Mask
Cooling Cucumber Eye Pack
Salt Scrub
Part IV : Serving Up Fresh Smoothies
Chapter 14: Smoothie Ingredients and T echniques
Smoothie Ingredients
LiquidsFruits
V egetables
Green grasses and sprouts
Seaweed
Dairy and dairy alternatives
Nuts and seeds
Grains
Bran, flaxseed, hemp, psyllium, and wheat germ
Herbs and spices
Natural supplements
T inctures, tonic teas, and elixirs
Sweeteners
Smoothie-Making T echniques
Peeling, seeding, coring, and chopping
Doing things in order
Blending frozen ingredients
Chapter 15: Fruit Smoothies
Breakfast and Snack Smoothies
Dessert Smoothies
Fruit Mocktail and Cocktail Smoothies
Chapter 16: V egetable Smoothies
Breakfast and Snack Smoothies
Lunch and Dinner Smoothies
V egetable Mocktail and Cocktail Smoothies
Chapter 17: Dairy SmoothiesBreakfast and Snack Smoothies
Lunch Smoothies
Dessert Smoothies
Dairy Mocktail and Cocktail Smoothies
Chapter 18: Frozen Smoothies
Making Frozen T reats
Iced Smoothies
Granite
Sherbet
Part V : The Part of T ens
Chapter 19: T en Frequently Asked Questions about Juicing
and Smoothies
What Are the Benefits of Juices and Smoothies. What’ s the Dif ference between Juicing and Smoothies. Can I Get the Same Health Benefits with Smoothies as I
Get from Juices. Are Juicing and Smoothies Only for Health Nuts. W ill I Feel Dif ferent if I Start Juicing Regularly. How Much W ill It Cost Me to Get Started. Isn’ t Cleaning a Juicer a Pain in the Neck. What’ s the Big Deal about Or ganic. W ill My Skin T urn Y ellow if I Juice Carrots. Aren’ t Smoothies Filled with Calories. Chapter 20: T en Antioxidant-Rich Fruits and V egetables
Açai Berries
Black RaspberriesW ild Blueberries and Cranberries
Black Plums and Prunes
Blackberries
Red Beans, Kidney Beans, and Black Beans
Artichokes
Garlic
Cabbage and Broccoli Rabe
Purple Cauliflower
Appendix: Metric Conversion Guide
Cheat SheetJuicing & Smoothies For Dummies®
by Pat Crocker
Juicing & Smoothies For Dummies®
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Q: What is the purpose of the book "Juicing & Smoothies For Dummies"?,
A: The book is a comprehensive guide to juicing and smoothies, providing information on the health benefits, equipment, and techniques for making healthy drinks.
Q: What is the main difference between juicing and smoothies?,
A: Juicing separates the juice from the pulp, while smoothies blend the whole fruit or vegetable, including the pulp, into a drinkable liquid.
Q: What are the key benefits of juicing and smoothies?,
A: The book highlights the numerous health benefits of juicing and smoothies, including improved digestion, increased energy, and a stronger immune system.
Q: What is the author's approach to promoting healthy living?,
A: The author emphasizes the importance of incorporating whole, unprocessed foods into one's diet, and encourages readers to make healthy lifestyle choices.
Q: What is the author's stance on the importance of whole foods?,
A: The author emphasizes that whole, unprocessed foods are essential for optimal health, as they provide a complete range of nutrients, including phytonutrients, and are not damaged by heat or chemicals.<|eot_id|><|begin_of_text|>If you teach your children good smoothie
habits and have fresh fruits, vegetables, and other smoothie
ingredients on hand, as older children and teens, they’ll be
making their own incredibly healthy after-school snacks. Small, single-serving blending machines can make smoothie
lunches or midday snacks even more appealing to working
people. It’s just so darn easy to savor the fresh fruit and
vegetable drinks as alternatives to any junk-food snack or fast-
food meal. Smoothies can play a vital role in a weight-lossprogram because, unlike juices that exclude the pulp, the ﬁber
in smoothies helps stave off hunger. For people who want to be soci


.20 1.25 5000 76.38.36 1.72
Lettuce-Romaine 426 7 19 1.80 10000 115.38.52 2.30
Mustard Green 423 9.50 17.80 1.60 22220 308.34.70 2.70
Okra 410 10 32 1.30 3000 200.96 1.12 5.30
Onions 404 7.20 42 1.20 300 89.18.23 1.25
Parsley 387 16 70 37 3 40000 550.60 1.20 5.50
Parsnips 378 7.80 64 3.50 200 95.45.53 1.20
Peas 378 18 50 7 3850 165 1.62.78.05
Bell Peppers 422 5.40 22.60 500 600 38.38 2.30
Potatoes-White 359 9.50 84.60 15 132.63.26 8.15
Potatoes-Sweet 321 8 122 2.20 39000 200.62.43 3.96
Radish 426 5.40 22 45 75 176.21.20 1.65
Spinach 408 15 20 1050 48000 280.68 1.15 3.26
Turnips 414 15 65.50 40 200.29.42 2.95
Watercress 423 9.60 12.90 1.20 29000 471.51 1.09 4.60
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Artichokes.14.12 1.95 57.20.16.01.16.44 121 242 1.60
Asparagus.056.051.706.157.053.0025.008.004.005 142 286 1
Beans-Kidney.21.12 1.70.41.52.01 01.09.13 126 66 252.34 3
Beans-Lima.20.50 4.75.92.43.02.02.07.66 103.34 206.66 6
Beans-String.54.45 2.30.47.92.01.01.51.13 133.34 266.66 1.68
Beets.32.18 1.94.62.32.05.40.46.46 133.10 266.20 1.22
Broccoli.46.11 1 75 73.68.05.10.25.43 135 270 2.63
Brussels Sprouts.13.13 1 70 1.10 1.93.03.01 •5 02 129.50 259 3.60
Cabbage 80.18 1 92 1.50 1.12.03.04.36.44 139 278 1.45
Cabbage-Savoy.21.63 2.65 1.45.81.17.47.78.99 139 278 2
Carrots.48 '8 1.56.54.27.04.10.20 91 131 262.85
Cauliflower.24 •5 1.75.80.50.04.15.14.23 138 276 2.05
Celery.64.22 1.54.47.21.05.14.57 2.10 143 286.90
Chard.367.271 2.295.163.058.0134.0312.063.613 139 278 1.80
Chives.95.24 1.50.68.56.07.01.19.19 136 34 272.66 2
Corn.08.41 1.25 1.29.58.01.08.16.50 114 228 2.50
Cucumbers •5.08.80.40.14.03.16.13.20 145 290 1
Dandelion Greens 1.70.70 3 30.67.17.07.61.23.80 129.40 259.6 2.12
Eggplant.10.14 1.30.32.15.03.02.22.10 141 282.91
Garlic.43.55 2.40 1.20 1.40.02.10.25.40 98.34 196.66 5.15
Horseradish.66.23 2.30.42 2.48.16 1.02 1.02.04 116 232 2.40
Kale.80.20 2.30 1 2.41.04 0'.29.15 •36 63 273.30 1.50
Kohlrabi.80.57 1.90.40.48.16.14.27.50 136 272 3.60
Leeks 1.08.02 2.75.34.30.44.30.35 133.34 266.66 1.90
Lettuce.70.30 1.80.45.18.25.39.37.36 144 288 1.05
Lettuce-Romaine.70.25 1.50.65.23.08.18.25 2.09 142 284 1.15
Mustard Green.581.086 1.197.159.62.0095.01.016.102 141 282 1.60
Okra.75.15 1.10.41.33.01.10 05.45 137 273 1.66
Onions.59.14 1.40.15.12.45.08.09 135 270 1.20
Parsley 1.65 40 3.50.75.90.03.17.19.40 129 258 2.80
Parsnips.40.20 2.70.82.63.02.76.84.08 126 252 1.30
Peas.17.30 1.60 1.20.58.01.01.15.12 126 252 3
Bell Peppers.30.54 2.10.75.30.07.15.14.17 141 282 1
Potatoes-White.13 25 2.90.85.32.05.10 17.15 120 239 1.60
Potatoes-Sweet.73.36 1.45 1.10.57.03 09.35.18 107 214 160
Radish.68.14 1.45.50.30.12.04.40.96 142 284.95
Spinach 2.15 1.15 3 1.81 1.25.11.82 1.14 640 136 272 2.50
Turnips.65.21 2.70.84.55.03.05.38.33 138 276 2.50
Watercress 1.25.31 1.60.80 1.92 02.01.28.61 141 282 1.60
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Avocado 336 9.55 25 85 1500 100.50.95 7.50
Bananas 342 5.85 103 2 1000 60.23.29.30
Blackberries 390


:  Order vegetables with a meat substitute
such as tempeh, tofu, or wheat gluten over brown rice or noodles. Mexican:  Order bean or veggie tacos, enchiladas, or burritos
topped with a healthy salsa. Ask for warm corn tortillas to dip into
salsa in place of fried chips. American:  Order a veggie bur ger, a baked potato with no extras
(such as sour cream, butter, or bacon bits), and a side salad with
balsamic vinegar. Pizza: Ask for whole wheat crust with extra tomato sauce, no
cheese, and tons of vegetables. Everywher e: Avoid soda. Instead, request a lar ge glass of water
with a side of sliced lemons or limes to squeeze into it. Dessert:  Order a healthy sorbet or fresh fruit. Stay away from the
pies, cakes, and ice creams! GET CREA TIVE
Pack a cooler for your car if you’re on a road trip. One Engine 2er
recently told me about one you can plug into a car or regular
electrical outlet to keep food cold. See if a local grocery store can
deliver to your hotel room. Call room service and order several
vegetable side dishes of f the menu along with a plate of rice and
make your own veggie stir -fry. USE THE INTERNET
Surf for sites such as www.happycow.net, www.vegoutguide.com,
or www.vegdining.com, which will help you find all the vegetarian,
vegan, and plant-based restaurants within a two- to ten-mile radius of
wherever you are. KEEP  UP THE ATTITUDE! If you’re motivated, you’ll plan ahead, pack what you can, adapt,
overcome, ask for what you want, use the Internet, be creative, and
consistently overcome many of the temptations lurking everywhere
you turn. You’ll feel empowered, not defeated, when you return home
feeling as wonderful and centered as when you left.OceanofPDF.com1
GETTING YOUR KITCHEN IN E2 SHAPE
Just as you’re getting yourself into great shape, you’ll also want to get
your kitchen in shape, too. Let’ s start by stocking your pantry and cleaning
out your kitchen. Make sure that you always have a variety of fresh, whole foods on hand. This includes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and healthy snacks. Here is a breakdown, from your pantry to your freezer. E2-APPROVED FOODS TO KEEP  IN YOUR P ANTR Y
Bread: You might think that bread is always low in fat and salt, but think
again. Certain breads can be as fattening as cookies and candies. So as
always, read the ingredients list and make sure to buy whole grain breads—
if it doesn’ t say “whole grain,” then it’ s not. My favorite brand, Food for Life, makes several varieties such as
Ezekiel 4:9 and Genesis 1:29. They also make several gluten-free, wheat-
free, and yeast-free breads, tortillas, cereals, and pastas. These are excellent
for those who suf fer from aller gies or celiac disease, or diabetics in search
of low glycemic-friendly foods. Great Harvest Bread Company makes a
great Honey Whole Wheat without high-fructose corn syrup. Food for Life,
Kangaroo, and Garden of Eatin’  make great pocket pita breads. A few other brands are Alvarado Street Bakery (bagels and buns),
Lahvash Fat Free Authentic Wraps, Wild Oats Or ganic Tortillas, and Wild
Oats Yellow Corn Or ganic Tortillas. Pizza crusts: To make some of the wonderful pizzas in the E2 Recipes
section, look for Kabuli Whole-Wheat or Nature’ s Hilights Brown RicePizza Crust. Cereals:  Like many E2ers, my morning bowl of cereal is one of my
favorite meals. Here are just a few of the many healthy brands you can keep
in the pantry: Nabisco Shredded Wheat and Bran; Barbara’ s Shredded
Wheat (no sugar); Erewhon Raisin Bran; Kashi 7 Whole-Grain Nuggets,
Whole Grain Flakes, and Whole Grain Honey Puf fs; Arrowhead Mills
Puffed Millet and Puf fed Wheat; Ezekiel 4:9 Sprouted Whole Grain cereals;
Familia Muesli (with no added sugar); Cascadian Farm Purely O’ s and
Raisin Bran; Nature’ s Path Millet Rice Oat-Bran Flakes; Heritage Heirloom
Whole Grains Flakes; and Malt-O-Meal hot cereals. Bob’ s Red Mill makes dozens of dif ferent hot and cold cereals that are
whole grain with no added sugars, oils, or preservatives. Whole grain pastas:  These are a must. Look for quality brands such as
Hodgson Mill, DeBoles, Vita Spelt, and Food for Life. Putney Pasta makes
a healthy ravioli in a butternut squash and black bean variety; Rising Moon
makes a garlic and basil gnocchi along with a garlic and roasted veggies
ravioli; and Eden Or ganic makes several interesting noodles, including
udon and buckwheat soba, brown rice, and mugwort soba. Also look for packages of orzo, which looks like rice but is a pasta and
comes in various flavors, such as spinach or tomato. For a real treat, try Road’ s End Or ganics Chreese, a whole grain,
nondairy macaroni and cheese product. Ground whole grain flours:  Arrowhead Mills is a dependable brand, as
is Bob’ s Red Mill. If you choose another brand, make sure it says “whole
grain” on the package. Whole grain pancake and muffin mixes:  Again, I like Arrowhead
Mills, which of fers several varieties to which you just add water or a milk
substitute, including Multigrain, Blue corn, Buckwheat, or Oat-Bran. Hodgson Mill is also a reliable source for whole grain goodness. Dried and canned legumes:  It’s always nice to have a variety of beans
readily available: black beans, butter beans, cannellini beans, northern
beans, garbanzo beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, lentils, split peas, black-
eyed peas, and red beans, to name just a few. Look at the label to avoid
added no-no’ s, especially fat. For example, Eden Or ganic brand makes
beans with no added salt. Whenever buying canned beans, I suggest rinsing
them of f with a strainer before using to get rid of any excess sodium.Canned tomatoes:  Look for no- or low-salt, from brands such as Eden
Organic or Health Valley. Del Monte can also be a good choice. Pasta sauces:  Always look for a sauce that has minimal to no added oils. Some good ones: Muir Glen’ s Mushroom Marinara or Portobello Marinara;
Whole Foods brand 365 Roasted Red Bell Pepper; Light Ragu Tomato
Basil; Trader Joe’ s Organic Spaghetti with Mushrooms; Walnut Acres
Organic Low Sodium Tomato and Basil. Vegetable stock:  Added sodium is a danger here as well, but these
brands tend to be low in it: Kitchen Basics Roasted Vegetable stock (330
milligrams sodium); Health Valley Fat-Free Vegetable Broth (360
milligrams); Trader Joe’ s Fat-Free Or ganic Vegetable Broth (330
milligrams); Pacific Or ganic Fat-Free Vegetable Broth and Fat-Free
Mushroom Broth (530 milligrams), and Pacific Or ganic Low Sodium
Vegetable Broth (140 milligrams). Soups:  Soups are a wonderful thing to have on hand—you can use them
as appetizers, main courses, sauces, and more. Here are just a few of the
good-tasting, low-sodium, low-fat soups at most supermarkets: Health
Valley makes over a dozen varieties like Mild Three Bean Chili, Split Pea &
Carrots, and Or ganic Lentil; Westbrae Natural Foods makes several
including Louisiana Bean Stew, Alabama Black Bean Gumbo, Spicy
Southwest Vegetable, and Rich Mediterranean Lentil. Imagine and Pacific make soups in a carton, such as Sweet Potato,
Creamy Tomato, Creamy Butternut Squash, Creamy Roasted Carrot, French
Onion, and Roasted Red Bell Pepper and Tomato. Another great brand is Dr. McDougall’ s, whose light sodium soups come
in convenient traveling cups and include Lentil Couscous, Split Pea, White
Bean and Pasta, Tomato Basil Pasta, and Chicken Flavor Noodle. You can
order Dr. McDougall’ s soups at www.rightfoods.com  if you can’ t find them
in your store. Crackers: Be careful with crackers—as you now know, you can’ t
believe everything you read on the labels. Here are some brands that I like:
Kavli crackers (Golden R ye, Crispy Thin, and 5-Grain); R yvita crackers
(Dark R ye, R ye and Oat Bran, Fruit Crunch, and Light R ye); and San-J
cracker snaps (T amari Rice, Sesame Brown Rice, and Black Sesame). You might also want to try Hol-


3976-2				1st	edition,
March	2012													Printed	in	ChinaDear	Parents	and	Teachers,
I	am	so	excited	to	share	this	new
book	with	you	and	your	children. My
studies	and	teachings	over	the	past
several	years	have	led	me	to	write	a
book	for	adults	called
Wishes	Fulfilled
. I	have	taken	the	most	important
concept	from
Wishes	Fulfilled
	and
created	this	children’s	book. The
concept	is	that	God	is	not	separate
from	us	but	is	actually	an	energy	living
inside	of	us. Once	we	become	aware
of	this	energy,	we	can	help	it	to	grow
and	expand	and	bring	happiness	to
ourselves	and	others. What	I	hope	to
offer	children	with	this	book	is	the
understanding	that	they	are	a	part	of
God	and	God	is	a	part	of	them. I	like	to
explain	it	like	this:	Imagine	God	as	the
ocean. If	you	take	a	bucket	of	water
out	of	the	ocean,	is	it	still	the	ocean? Yes! God	is	the	ocean,	and	we	are	the
buckets	of	water	drawn	from	the	ocean
—separate,	but	one. I	named	this	book
I	Am
	becauseof	the	incredibly	powerful	meaning	of
those	two	words. How	we	finish	the
sentence	that	begins	with	“I	am”
makes	all	the	difference	in	the	life	we
create	for	ourselves	and	how	close	or
far	away	we	are	from	the	part	of	us
that	is	God. I	have	included	more	on
the	use	of	“I	am”	at	the	end	of	the
book. My	wish	is	that	each	one	of	us
comes	to	recognize	and	connect	to	the
amazing	gift	that	is	God’s	love. Dr.	Wayne	W.	DyerHello,	my	friend—
							do	you	know	who	I	am? Listen	carefully	to	this
							rhyme,	and	try	to

guess
	if	you	can!Do	I	live	in	the	clouds
													so	far	away? Or	is	a	temple	or	a	church
																		the	place	that	I	stay?I	am	in	those	places,
												yes,	that	is	true,
But
only
	because	I	am	in	you.We	are	not	separate—
							wherever	you	are,
I	am	there. I	am	in	your	mind	and	your	heart…
													I	am
everywhere!You’re	like	a	candle	lit
								from	my	bright	flame. My	light	is	your	light—

we	are	one
	and	the	same.I	am	everything	that	is	good
												and	everything	that	is	real,
I	am	the
source	of
												all	the	warmth	you	feel.I	am	the	part	of	you	that

shares	and	gives	from

your	heart. I	am
	the	inspiration

behind	your	music,

sports,	and	art.I	am
the	voice	that	you	hear
						when	you	are	quiet	and	still,
I	am	the	little	bird
						on	your	windowsill.I	am	in	everyone	you	see—
						young	or	old,	big	or	small,
Believe	it	or	not,

I	am
	in	them	all.Who	can	I	be? I	AM	GOD,
your	best
friend. And	there’s	really	no	line
																			where	you	start	and	I	end.Did	you	hear	what	I	said—
are	you
listening? For	you	will	be	amazed	at	what	this
																											knowledge	will	bring. You	will	live	your	life	knowing	it	is
never	just	you,

and	that
	we	are	together

in	all	that	you
do.Along	the	way,	you
will	find	great

happiness

and	love,
And	you’ll	learn	that

wishes	come	true
												from	within,

not	above.So,	don’t	look	to	the	sky
								when	you’re	looking	for	me,
Look	right	at
	yourself…
								and	that’s	where	I’ll	be!The	Meaning	of	“I	Am”
As	you	read	this	book,	you	may	have	noticed	that
many	of	the	sentences	start	with	the	words
I	am
.These	are	two	of	the	most	powerful	words	you	can
use	to	begin	a	sentence. The	important	thing	is	what
words	you	use	to	finish	that	sentence. Any	time	you
start	a	sentence	with
I	am
,	you	are	creating	what
you	are	and	what	you	want	to	be. At	the	same	time,
you	are	also	showing	whether	or	not	you	are
connected	to	the	energy	of	God	inside	of	you. So,	if
you	sometimes	say,	“I	am	bad	at	this,	I	am	ugly,	I	am
stupid,”	these	words	take	you	farther	and	farther
away	from	the	part	of	you	that	is	God. When	you
choose	to	say,	“I	am	happy,	I	am	kind,	I	am	perfect,”
you	help	the	light	of	God	inside	you	to	grow	and
shine. Try	saying	some
I	am
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 crossover point in the path of kundalini awakening. Some tantric scriptures place the brahma granthi in the region of the navel,
as it is also considered to be the knot of samsara (the world of names and
forms). Muladhara is associated with the physical body, with our attachment
to material things, physical pleasures and self-centredness — the world of
maya, or illusion. According to Hinduism, the deity Brahma is the creator of
the universe, so the energy of procreation is also associated with this granthi;
unless this psychic knot is open in both the partners a couple will not be able
to conceive a child, which may explain why some couples are unable to have
children despite ha ving everything right biologically. The brahma granthi is the major obstacle in the spiritual path, creating a
lot of restlessness and distraction of the mind. Until the time our
consciousness stays embedded in tamas (the mundane or gross world) our
mind is trapped; we are ignorant of reality, living in the world of senses or
experiencing lethargy and negativity and acting egocentrically. To overcome
the obstacles associated with brahma granthi an aspirant has to go beyond
the senses and sensory pleasures, and rise beyond tamas. Once the energy
becomes pure and radiant this knot can be untied, which frees the aspirant
from the bondages of a ttachments and selfishness. The vishnu granthi is located at the crossover point of the anahata
(heart) chakra. It is associated with bondages created by attachments,
especially emotional attachments to people and things. In his Yoga Sutras
Patanjali mentioned attachments as being the main source of pain and
suffering. Anahata is mainly associated with devotion, love and faith;
however, our emotional attachments are the main cause of heart chakra
imbalances. When we promote detachment, it doesn’t mean you do not care
for the other person. Consider the difference between empathy and
sympathy. Empathy is a balanced state where you can understand someone’s
pain or suffering while maintaining your own balance. Sympathy is an
imbalance arising from attachment, where we actually feel someone’s pain or
suffering and lose our balance also. These attachments are hindrances to
spiritual progress; only through detachment or vivek (absolute
discrimina tion), knowledge and faith can w e untie this psy chic knot. In ancient India, a spiritual aspirant would forgo family life (grihastha
ashram) and undertake asceticism (sannyasa ashram) by giving up worldly
ties and home life, thereby freeing themselves from the deep ties of
attachment with the family. Such people are known as ‘divij’ (twice born) and
live for their spiritual aspirations only. This is still practised by some seekers
in the Jain religion of India. The rudra granthi is located in the area of the ajna (third eye) chakra. Rudra is another name of Lord Shiva when he is referred to as the lord of
dissolution. The untying of this psychic knot leads to the end of duality and
results in the dissolution of an aspirant’s ego. This granthi is also associated
with attachment to siddhis (psychic powers), which may nurture the ego and
cause a hindrance in spiritual progress. Unless the seeker is willing to
surrender the ego, further spiritual progress will not happen. Hence this
granthi is the point of transcendence wherein time-bound consciousness getsdissolved and a yogi is established into infinity by ascending to the crown
chakra and e xperiences a sta te of bliss. Vayus
The human body has two types of nervous system: sympathetic (sensory or
information) and parasympa thetic (motor). According to tantra, we have two
types of energy reaching every organ of the body: vital/ dynamic (prana
shakti) energy and mental (manas shakti) energy. The vital energy, prana,
flows in the body through the nadis, the conduits of energy. Nerves are part
of the physical bod y, while the nadis ar e part of the subtle bod y. We describe chakras as the energy centres of the body; however, the
energy at each chakra has a different role. In a tantric context each chakra’s
energy is called vayu, though the literal meaning of the word is ‘wind’. This
vital energy has five variants that are responsible for different functions in the
body:
◼ Prana vayu: when we talk of prana, we are talking about the vital
life-giving energy, not just the breath, air or oxygen. This prana
energy is located in the area of the larynx at the top of the
diaphragm and is associated with the heart chakra. It is responsible
for our survival and governs all the functions of the heart and lungs,
along with other activities in the r egion of the heart c hakra including
breathing, swallowing and b lood circulation. ◼ Apana vayu: centred in the pelvic region between the navel and
the perineum, this energy is associated with the muladhara (base
root) chakra. We receive cosmic vibrations and vital pranas through
the sahasrara (crown) chakra. These pranas circulate and feed our
bodies, and the processed pranas are then eliminated through theroot chakra. Apana vayu has a downward flow, regulating all the
elimination processes in the body; it is responsible for the expulsion
of gas, wind, faeces, urine and e ven foetuses at the time of birth. ◼ Vyana vayu: associated with the swadhisthan a (sacral) chakra, this
vital force pervades the whole body and governs the circulatory
system. It regulates the movement of all fluids including blood,
lymph, saliva and menstrual fluid. Emotional blockages affect our
swadhisthana chakra and affect the movement of this energy. This in
turn affects the movement of fluids and particular ly lymphatic fluids,
which may also cause physical or physiological complications in the
body that affect the reproductive organs and glands, causing
lymphatic congestion and f luid retention. ◼ Samana vayu: ‘samana’ means ‘equal’ or ‘balanced’. This energy
is centred in the small intestine between the navel and ribcage, and
provides balance between the two opposite energies of apana and
prana vayu. Associated with the manipura (solar plexus) chakra, it is
here that food is digested, assimilated and converted into nutrition. This energy activates and controls the digestive organs and their
secretions and ensures a balanced distribution of nutrients to each
organ, especially vital or gans, according to their needs. ◼ Udana vayu: ‘udana’ means ‘flight’, as our spoken words fly away
from us. Centred in the throat, this energy controls the sympathetic
and parasympa thetic nervous systems and communication of all
kinds: our will, memory and even exhalation. Blockages of this
energy affect the functioning of the vishuddhi (throat) chakra and
may cause issues r elated to the th yroid. The sensesOur awareness within this body constitutes the waking state of consciousness,
which is made up of 16 components: five sensory organs, five organs of
action, five elements and the mind. The energetic basis or pure form of the
physical body is the subtle body; the subtle body is also composed of 16
components. Within the subtle body exist the seven major chakras, which
have an association with the five senses of smell, taste, sight, touch and
hearing. Smell. Our sense of smell is primordial, the most basic sense. It is associated with the muladhara chakra, wherein we evolve
from animal consciousness to human consciousness. This is the
most developed sense in animals and the one whereby they
recognise their food, mate and medicine. A newborn baby recognises their
mother only from the smell. It is also believed that out of the five senses this
is the only one that transcends from this life to the next life, which is why we
use flowers or incenses to please de parted souls. Taste. The Indian name f or the sacral c hakra, swadhisthana, is
composed of swad, meaning ‘taste’, and sthan, meaning ‘place’
or ‘centre’, so the sense of taste belongs to the sacral chakra. This chakra is the desire centre of our physical bodies, not only
sexual desire but material and all other kinds. When the sacral chakra is
imbalanced we are stuck in our desires, and when our desires are
uncontrollable they lead to addictions. All addictions are the result of an
imbalanced sacral c hakra. Sight. The sense of sight is associated with the solar plexus
chakra, as our optic nerve is under the influence of manipura. Mental stress or poor digestion, both of which are related to
the solar plexus chakra, lead to headaches and migraines and
indicate an imbalance in the chakra. Even anger, the seat of
which is the solar plexus chakra, is visible in our eyes; suppressed anger
shows up as a heated


 outside our heads as well. Nietzsche
oered a remark that challen ges Western logic to the core when hesaid, “All philo sophy is based upon the premise that we think, but it
is equally possible that we are being thought.”
Because our conventional system of logic holds that thinking is
always interna l, we do not see the natural processes takin g place all
around us as a kind of thinking, but that is just a cultura l bias. We
could see Chit Akasha everyw here, and if we did, we would realize
that everything in nature is a transformation of mind space from
one guise to another. The rocks, mountains, oceans, and galaxies are
constantly being thought, just as much as we. To give a concrete example, there is the phenom enon of
rewalking, which caught the popular imagination as a fad several
years ago, but which has persisted in various traditional cultures as
a main stay of spiritual experience for centuries. Anthropologist
Loring Danforth’s Firewalking and Religious Healing  is a fascinating
account of one of these rewalking cults, the Anastenaria in
northern Greece. No one knows how the cult began. One legend holds that a raging
re broke out in the village church at Kosti in eastern Thrace untold
centuries ago. Bystanders heard loud cries coming from inside the
empty building. Amazed, they realized that it was the painted icons
of Saint Constantine and his mother, Saint Helen, who were calling
to be rescued. A few courage ous villagers recklessly rushed into the
re, and when they emerged with the icons in their arms, neither
they nor the saints had been harmed. In memory of this miracle, the devotees of Saint Constantine
celebrate his name day, May 21, by walking into a pit of burning
coals, and not just walking: they perform a stomping dance on the
red-hot cinders, holding aloft icons of the two saints. Perhaps a
hundred devout rewalkers, called Anastenarides, are scattered
throughout a few villages in northern Greece; almost all of them
trace their roots back to Kosti. To show  their unshakable faith and their contempt for the re,
the Anastenaria dancers pick up glowing embers, smashing them
into a shower of sparks with their bare hands. One devotee named
Stephanos spent ve months mesmerized before his home re,
putting out the live coals with his hands hour after hour until hismother begged him to stop, for fear that she would not have any re
left for baking her family’s bread. Without their religious faith, the Greek rewalkers are certain
that they would be burned. They each “belong to the saints,” having
surrendered themselves to divine authority in exchange for their
extraordinary powers. Walking into the re sets a person aside from
normal society  for the rest of his life; he is said to have an open
road, which means that the saints can guide him anywhere they
choose. One of the rewalkers is a peasant farmer named Mihalis. He
recounted how he feels durin g his ery dance: “If you have an open
road, then you don’t feel the re as if it were your enemy. You feel
as if it were your husband or your wife. You feel love for the re;
you have courage. What you see isn’t a mountain; it’s nothing. That
way you go in freely. But if you go in of your own will, then you
have fear and doubt. It seem s like an enemy, like a mountain. If
your courage is from the Saint, then you really want to go into the
re. The power comes from outside. You’re a dierent person.”
At the outset of this book I mentioned that some paranoiacs can
no longer draw the line between their own mind and God’s. In their
madness, these people take personal responsibility for averting wars
and natural disasters. Mihalis and his cohorts are caught in a similar
confusion, but from the opposite pole. They cannot accept that their
power to walk on re is personal, or even specically human. They
insist that it must come from God, through the saints’ intercession. It
would be inexplicable to them if someone walked on the coals
without being devout. In fact such a person appeared in their midst. In 1985 a tall,
smiling, handsome American arrived on Saint Constantine’s feast
day in the village of Langadas, where the Anastenaria rite is
performed. At a restaurant he showed around a photograph of
himself rewal king in Oregon, and he was immediately permitted to
join the local ceremony. The year before, an Italian spectator had
attempted to enter the re and had been severely burned. The Greek
rewalkers took this as conrmation that one cannot defy the re
without the saints.But this year’s visitor was something no one had ever seen, a
rewalk instructor. Outside the conned world of the Anastenaria
cult, rewalking had become a star turn in the human potential
movement, with rewalk “seminars” being held every  weekend
throughout the West Coast. In its New Age guise, walking into the
re was a form of psychotherapy. It was considered a liberating
experience, perhaps endow ed with spiritual overtones but not
narrowly religious. Therefore, when the visitor, named Ken Cadigan,
entered the Anastenaria re, two worlds collided. At rst there was no open conict. “Ken managed to make his
way through the crowd to the site of the rewalk togethe r with the
Anastenarides,” Danforth writes. “He danced around the re with
them for a few minutes. Then, after [their leader] Stamatis crossed
the re, Ken went across too. He was dressed in white and held his
hands high over his head. ‘I didn’t have the dance down  right,’ he
said. ‘I just went boogying across.’ ”
We do not know what went through the minds of the Greek
rewalkers, but a sinister gesture ensued. “After Ken crossed the re
two or three times,” Danfor th writes, “he saw Stamatis motion to
another Anast enaris to take Ken through the re with him. The
Anastenaris grabbed him by the arm, but Ken broke free. He went
back into the re again, and this time he stayed in for a long time;
he really danced  in the coals. Just then the Anastenaris grabbed his
arm a second time, held him in the re, and stepped on his foot.…
Ken broke free again and left the re.”
The local crowd had been cheering for the tall stranger, and
several reporte rs now besieged him with questions. How did he
walk on re without being a devotee? Had he been burned at the
end? Cadigan joked about the incident and refused to attribute any
malice to the man who had accosted him. Privately, however, he
was sure that the Anastenaris had pushed him into the coals hoping
he would be burned. In fact, he had been. One of the peculiarities of rewalking is that belief plays such a
critical part in it. A skeptic can enter the re one step behind a
believer, and only the skeptic will be burned. An experienced
rewalker can be distracted by someone shouting at him from thesidelines and suddenly get burned also. Since the re is the same
temperature for all (hot enough to sear esh in a matter of seconds),
one is convinced that awareness must be playing a crucial role. There are reports of people who have been severely burned when
they rashly stepped onto the coals despite an inner voice that tried
to halt them with a sharp warning of “Don’t do this!” At the same
sessions, other s have walked in without harm. There is no scientic
explanation for what causes these variances, or for that matter, for
how the feat of rewalking is accomplished. In this instance, when
Cadigan was drawn into the ugly mood of his assailant, he lost his
power to remain unharmed. Danforth notes that even though
Cadigan’s burns went deep enough to expose the nerves in his foot,
he felt no pain either on the re or afterward. As he gathered his data, Danforth moved among the
Anastenarides, who buzzed with talk after the American left. Quickly and reexively the Greek rewalkers retreated into
rationalization: they claimed that their visitor had walked too
quickly across the coals, that he had not really danced, that he had
left the ceremony early because he had been burned. In this way the
cultists retained their ties to the saints and their exclusive right to
an open road. Yet the main theme of their spiritual life—acquiring power and
freedom in the re—is the same espoused by New Age practitioners. “You are burne d by fear, not