O.K. now that I have had a good sleep and my brain has unscrambled I am much clearer about my mission and the mission of Spirit of the 8th Fire. Curious as I am about the higher realms and higher beings… that curiosity is essential to my personal journey… Spirit of the 8th Fire is about my role in the here and now. It is about helping other ascend into 5th dimensional beings… to grasp the concept of God the universe and our place there in… from the perspective of spiritual beings. 
          Just one paragraph left to say on the Laws of physics/metaphysics; these merge under the principle that energy cannot be created or destroyed. Or contained indefinitely for that matter; energy is always in some state of flux (think of a battery… even if you just leave it in a drawer the energy will eventually drain). Nothing in the physical world would exist without the energy that keeps the protons and electrons moving around the neutron of every atom. We can harness energy, transmute it, transform it…but we cannot bring it into and/or out of existence. Energy just IS.  Spirit is another word for energy and spiritualism is about learning how to interconnect our individual energies with universal energies. So we must begin with the knowledge that, SPIRIT = ENERGY. 
          In 3rd dimensional thinking everything falls under the five senses, to
paraphrase Kant, “I bleed, therefore I am.”  Eventually, we came to believe that  there had to be something beyond mere flesh; our consciousness was evidenced by the fact that we can think independently and abstractly. Thought is a function of the brain but ideas have to come from something more than biochemical neurologic activity.  So we evolved into 4th dimensional beings…people (bodies) who have souls (spirits) an
energetic non-physical self which endures beyond the grave.  The next stage in human evolution is 5th dimensional awareness, knowing with certainty that we are first SPIRITS with BODIES. 
           All through history there have been people (teachers, healers and prophets) who tried to share their knowledge of higher realms of existence with us… we were not ready. A few people understood and moved forward; much of what they said was bastardized and turned into organized religion. That is a topic for another forum. Over the past 100 years or so, more and more people have begun to understand 5th dimensional existence.  There are a couple of obvious reasons for this phenomenon… first are the changes in our individual brain functions due to the easy access to increased information stimulus.  Then there is the energetic shift of 12/12/12 when the planetary alignment moved energy on earth (think moon and tides here). The very fact that each person is energy means that much of this elevated spiritual awareness comes from interacting (whether we  know it or not) with beings who are living in 5th dimensional awareness. 
          Living in the 5th dimensional reality turns everything we know on its head. If everything is energy, acting, reacting, interacting, we have to accept energy (spirit) is connected to all energies. Maslow’s hierarchy of needs says we must satisfy our lower physical needs before we can self-actualize (raise our spiritual awareness). The 5th dimensional perspective 
says, "if we actualize, our energy comes into flow with universal energy and everything  we truly desire will flow freely to us".  This is the basis for all the manifestation hype these days... starting with The Secret. None of these tools can stand alone and none can be employed until you are in 5th dimensional awareness. Think of it as learning to drive your higher consciousness in much the same way as you learned to drive a car. You have to master a series of inter-related skills in a particular sequence, before everything will work the way you want it to.   
        All those other dimensions will have to wait; for the here and now, my role is to help people move into a 5th dimensional awareness of  themselves as Spiritual beings having a physical experience. I have yet to find anyone who does this better than my Native brothers and sisters. I thank them and bless them for sharing the Grandfathers’ Teachings with us and allowing us to walk beside them on the Red Road.  Together we will become a tribe of Rainbow Warriors, healing our Mother Earth, healing her people and healing our future, in the glow of The 8th FIRE. 

 
        When I was in school one of my teachers drew a triangle on the chalk board. Then he asked the class, “What is this?” We all astutely answered… A triangle!  His response was, “NO, it is not, it IS a representation of a triangle.” He then tried to explain to our young minds that geometric forms exist as concepts. The conceptual structures existed before Euclid and would continue to exist with or without our awareness of their existence. I had a lot of trouble getting my teenaged brain around that one.  Geometry, Mathematics, even Ethics are METAPHYSICAL constructs which exist outside of 3D physical reality (or our perception of them), yet we understand and accept these principles as truth and have integrated them into our world view.            
           We all have a rudimentary understanding of the laws of physics; you know the big ones like gravity, magnetism, sound, light, thermal dynamics etc, etc. All these things existed and functioned before some scientist or philosopher defined and explained them to us. We know with great certainty that even if every sentient being were gone from this planet that gravity would still be doing its thing. This is equally true for all those other LAWS of physics (actions and interactions of physical existence) will continue with or without our approval.          
           Long before Newton introduced us to the concept of gravity. Homo-Erectus (prehistoric human) threw his spear, confident that it would come back to earth. He did not need to know how or why… he just knew, and was proven right after much experience with spear throwing. The human brain needed to evolve greatly before understanding how and why that happens, would become important to us. 
             It is that combination of human evolution and science which is propelling human kind into the quest for spiritual enlightenment (existence beyond 3 dimensions). Our brains are evolving into a higher stage of development; we are becoming aware of just how very small dimensionally the physical world is and we are instinctively curious about understanding the metaphysical world. Science is exploring quantum physics, the nature of space and time and how we fit into it; energetic and vibrational fields and how we are affected by and/or can influence these fields. Mystics, from all cultures have known this stuff for thousands of years… science is just catching up.         
            That is only part of the reason for the growing interest and acceptance of non-religious spiritual truths. Every time we learn something new our brain opens a new neural pathway…given that the past 100 years or so has seen our brains being bombarded with new information; it should not surprise anyone that we are evolving into a new age of enlightenment. Intuitive areas of our brains are opening up and we are becoming more conscious of the Laws of Metaphysics; that there is far more "out there" than our 5 senses allow us to percieve.       
           So why doesn’t everyone just ascend into their higher consciousness? Because, as with everything else, we are all evolving at different rates. I can assure you that in this cosmic shift of consciousness every person is moving forward on their individual path to awareness and self-actualization. 
          These metaphysical truths are as real as gravity. As we become aware of these laws  and the power (force) connected to them we become more competent at working  these energies in synchronicity with the physical world. This will allow us to  create our best possible self and best possible life. Wealth, health, joy,  peace and love are not a dream, they are your birthright and the only thing keeping it  from you is you. 


           

           So many things swirling around in my head this morning. So this will probably look more like a collection of quick post-it notes, than anything resembling an actual discourse. I have decided to colour code the different topics in post-it colours LOL.  
           First did you hear the interview with Panache on Awaken 2013 yesterday? If you missed it Darius posts the replays for about a week; the link above will take you to the sign-up page. OMG loved much of what he had to say but found his position a little nieve, though. Everything Panache said is absolutely true... but if one could just consciously accept their divinity; he and I would out of a job. Panache works mainly with raising individual vibration through harmonics (frequencies). As your vibration rises so does your awareness, making understanding and learning easier. You would have to listen to him explain it. Think of these modalities as tools... no one thing will resolve all our issues. I use harmonics, with subliminal suggestion, hypnosis, brain entrainment and working with various energy practioners.  
          One of my clearing practioners is today's guest Christie Marie Sheldon.  One reason I like her is because she actually does a clearing session on the call; usually for money blocks since that is most people's big issue these days. These clearings will actually be effective through replays, because they work by verbally cuing your unconscious. I haven't won a lottery or anything but my relationship with money now is very different then it was a few months ago and is in large part due to Christie Marie. So I hope you will give her a listen.
          This is not a site about Native Religion... it is about spiritual evolution of human kind, both individually and collectively. I believe the Natives (from all over the world) have a much stronger (and more recent) connection with spirit realms and metaphysical truth than most other cultures. In this new paradigm it is for them to lead and those of us wise enough will follow.
            The world is coming apart at the seams...it is no longer about fixing it or patching it in anyway. We need to build an entirely new world... from new material with a new pattern. But we must live in the world we have, while we are doing this. Think of it, like you  keep wearing your old  jeans while you pull together the material and start working on sewing a new pair. If you don't know anything about sewing substitute your choice of craft project... or the metaphor of having to live with your old car while you save up for the new one. Stepping out of the metaphor... we must find a way to live in the system we've got while we evolve into the better human-beings who will build a new, better, spirit centred society/world. 
          Post-it Note to self: Tomorrow blog about the laws of physics and  metaphysics.
          Now regarding political matters.  There is an old American saying, "I don't agree with what you say, but I'll defend to the death your right to say it." Yeh...uhh  NO, before you espouse an opinion  on any anything, be informed or at least be open to getting educated.  The truly wise, know first and foremost that there is always much to learn. 
Have a joyous day. 
          

 
         

Hi my brothers and sisters, 
         I am going to be adding this link to the top of my blogs for the next several months while this event is on. Because these webinars are the best way for you to get to know what is out there in terms of programs and practioners to resolve any issues you may be struggling with... money, health or relationships.
         Now for the confession... my Resources & Links page may get you to some of these peoples' websites, but I cannot get you any discounts on products or services. Darius has a following of thousands (possibly tens of thousands) worldwide, so he can negotiate huge savings from these guys in exchange featuring them on his forum. I send you to Darius because he can get you the most "bang for your buck".  
         The webinars are a chance to hear the "gurus" and get to know their philosophy and their personal story. That may not seem important, but as someone who relies heavily on hypnosis programs I find that the sound of someone's voice is important. Some of these training modules (especially the ones involving any kind of certification) can require hundreds of hours of interactive  training. So if the practioner's voice grates after only 90 minutes you might want to look for another practioner in that modality.
          You will remember that modality is a method for advancing psycho/social/emotionally/physically/professionally; these include but are not limited to Energy clearings, EFT, NLP, hypnosis, reikki, frequency/harmonics, subliminal suggestion,  etc etc.  Each modality has dozens of practioners; a vast assortment of which will be featured on You Wealth Awakening 2013.  So if you hear a hypnotist (substitute the modality of your choice) who has a irritating voice, then keep listening to the program (like I did) until you find someone who has a relaxing voice. This is equally true if you just have a sense of "not liking this person" ... don't do business with them if your instincts are against it. There will be other people using that modality I can promise you. You are trusting this person to awaken you to a better life... a better you. In a way you are partnering with them on your journey; you need to be able to trust the person you choose to work with.
          Sorry that confession went on a bit longer then I had planned.
Have a joyous day.

          On the page titled "Awakening" I talk about  "being a blessing in the world...", to do that we first need to come to a place where we are happy and fulfilled in our own right. There are so many people still struggling to find peace of mind, health and security in their physical existence; it is hard to give priority to spiritual growth when survival is still an isssue. But the surprising truth is that by turning our energy away from our struggles we open ourselves up to recieve abundance from the universe (insert the god of your understanding). I know it seems upside down; it certainly did for me. When I started this journey a year ago, I was confused, but promised myself I would keep an open mind. Now I wake up everyday with a smile; I know that whatever comes it will be for the best... where ever I end up it will be where I am supposed to be ;-) . There is so much peace in simply knowing that one truth. 

         Last year I attended a series of webinars by Darius and from these I learned much about spiritualism and energy healing. On Monday January 21st 2013 he begins a new series of intention and information circles... The webinars are about 90 minutes long and run twice daily (probably replays will be available).  They are FREE and if you find a speaker whose program resonates with you they always offer great discounts (and money back offers from 1-12 months)  for participants. 
          I cannot know where you  are in your journey or who are the best teachers for you or which modalities will best further your personal growth and healing. There are many possible options and until I allowed myself to explore them all (and I am still exploring) I did not find Carolyn Cooper, Christie Marie, Jones or Trivedi all of whom have a big impact on my spiritual growth.  So I encourgae you all to sign-up for the broadcasts and begin your own journey into self awakening. Have a joyous day.

Just a quick prolog; I wrote the following earlier today, then put it aside because I had run out of stuff to say. I opened it up a few minutes ago thinking I would finish up; but when I read it I realized it was finished. There is nothing else I can say about LOVE. So here are my thought on love. True love is unconditional and wants only the highest and best good for another. Whether it is a lifetime of commitment or a moment's passing... celebrate the beauty you bring to the world when you choose to  act from a loving heart.
           
           Today we will speak of LOVE; this is perhaps the most important of all the teachings because love is the foundation for all that is good and right in the world. The 7 Grandfathers’ Teaching about love states that love is a reciprocal thing; we are not only required to love others unconditionally but we are required to accept love from others. This is very much in keeping with the spiritualist view that love is energy and must be allowed to flow. In Christian terms, the bible says,“God is love.” Not God has love or God gives love… GOD IS LOVE. Therefore every act of love we express or experience is an act of worship. 
           In our culture today there is a lot of confusion about the expression of love. In their wisdom the ancient Greeks had a different word to describe the different forms of love. One word described romantic love, another sexual passion, one for love of family, one for friendship and one for non-reciprocal  relationships (like the way 12 year old girls love Justine Beiber or I love social justice or Lindt snowballs). We unfortunately have only one word to describe all positive emotional attachments and probably out of fear of confusion we are very  reluctant to say the word “love”. So we tell our significant other “we love  them”… we tell our family, “we love them” the nature of those attachments is generally accepted and fairly clear to most people, every other love relationship requires qualifiers. 
          The good news for all those confused about love is you do NOT have to say anything…love is a verb…what you say is less important than what you do. The words  mean nothing without the loving actions to accompany them. However loving acts can stand alone; the energy generated by loving action is felt by everyone involved in the experience; giver, receiver and witness… are all elevated in that moment. Every small act of love raises the positive energy in the world  as a whole. Imagine if 7 billion people all simultaneously stopped, hating, honking, hustling and hassling. Stopped all that shit we do and thought of a puppy… all that love energy would (in that moment) overwhelm the negative energy of those 6 or 8  people who really hate puppies.  O.k. now I’m  just babbling.
          When your heart is filled with love…in that moment you have no room for greed, fear, judgment or anything else that makes you feel "less than". Pure love is the highest vibration in the universe; it the very essence of the Creator (insert the god of your understanding). To love purely and without condition is in that moment to be one with God… to be divine spirit within our flesh.    

          Be grateful…any time you want to lament what your life is not… sit down and list 10 things you can be grateful for.  Start with I’m still
breathing (every moment we are alive is a new opportunity). I am reading this…that is actually 2 things to be grateful for; eyesight and literacy. I personally, am grateful for babies, any kind of baby; kids, kittens, puppies; something about babies just makes me smile. I even smile when some little kid is crying on the bus, I'm not sure if that is ghoulish delight or gratitude that my kids are long past that stage LOL. 
          If you need to work your way up to gratitude take the 3 things listed
above…then tonight before you go to bed add 1 more thing. Tomorrow morning read the list… go about your day and before retiring add 1 more thing. Keep doing this everyday for a week, then you have at 10 things.
              
          Live outside of yourself. The happiest people I know choose to live in service to others. This will require some explanation. First off; you don’t have to go to Kenya and build a well, you don’t have to hand out pizza to street people, you don’t have to teach inner-city youth how to tat or even spend your days off scrubbing the church basement. All good things mind you and if you are so moved, that’s great. But what I am talking about can be as simple as taking care of your family (or partner)… it is not about  waiting on them hand & foot… it is about choosing what is best for another person, thinking about them. An example would be, instead of complaining about your bitchy daughter (not a personal reference lol), try to find out what is going on in her life that has her so bitchy. You may not be able to improve the situation, but you will be happier when you stop taking her attitude personally.

                 Living outside yourself is never about recognition, gratitude, guilt or fear… it is only about serving another (others). Do for others because you can… anytime you attach your ego (the above 4 reasons) you will be disappointed. Which, co-incidentally, is once again living internally?  Don’t expect more from yourself than you would from anyone else… but, expect at least as much of yourself as you do from other. No one is Mother Teresa (I suspect not even Mother Teresa) but in any given moment if you can do a kindness, (however small)… just do it; because you can.  That very simply is… living outside of yourself.  
      
 Learn, grow, teach, heal… always forward into light & love.
                     Have a Joyous 2013.