by atmara | Nov 28, 2011 | Art, Mandala Coloring, Mandala Monday, Mandalas, Meditation
Author: Edith Lynch
Negative self talk and the inner dialogue that is continuously present in our mind is the basis and expression of the reality we are creating. We need to suspend this inner talk to reach a state of awareness and to connect with our inner center of knowing and being.
In Mandala Coloring the focus is on the coloring and our inner dialogue is suspended. When this occurs there can be self discovery and an opening or ourselves to healing and creativity. The suspension of inner dialogue (which may be the “ego”) allows a different perspective for situations from our past and provides new solutions.
Carl Jung studied mandalas and he observed:
The “squaring of the circle” is one of the many archetypal motifs
which form the basic patterns of our dreams and fantasies. But it
is distinguished by the fact that it is one of the most important
of them from the functional point of view. Indeed, it could even
be called the archetype of wholeness.
Coloring a predetermined shape is a practice that can bring us into contact with a framework that already exists. This can lead to a better understanding of established structures, and provide an opportunity to connect to a part of us that is unchanging and steady. The simple act of coloring a mandala can provide an outlet for stress and a means to be brought back into peace and harmony.
Just as photograph reminds us of our family members and our place in the family, the mandala is a picture of who we really are. It can help us remember ourselves, and despite outer turmoil and chaos, it is a source of quiet.
While the creation of a mandala allows us to express a picture of our inner world as it may exist in an ego sense, coloring a mandala reminds us of the cosmic forces that rule our lives. It is bringing us back to our beginning and centering us in the reality that is our existence.
Mandala Interpretation is an interesting way to look at a Mandala
The first step in interpreting your mandala is to determine a title for your mandala. You can write down your title and then study it to identify any feelings or insights that may be apparent. Just write down what comes to you, and don’t spend a lot of time thinking about it.
Next, list the colors that you have used and after each color write an association to the color. There is no right or wrong to interpreting colors – you can write what the color is saying to you. Become aware of colors that you commonly use, and note any emotions or feelings. As well note any shapes that you see and write those down along with the associations that pop into your mind. After you have written those, note any patterns, themes or energies that seem to emerge. Write a few sentences about what you are feeling.
A Mandala Coloring Book gives you the basis for coloring and interpreting your mandala.
Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/stress-management-articles/meditation-through-mandala-coloring-472558.html
About the Author
Edith Lynch, M.Ed. is an Educator, Speaker and Workshop Facilitator. She has extensive training and experience in Teaching, Curriculum Development, Transformational Training, Transformational Leadership, Reiki I and II, and Law of Attraction.
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by atmara | Nov 21, 2011 | Art, Creativity, Mandala Monday, Mandalas, Meditation
Finding your intuition through a mandala,
sacred geometry – the blueprint of the universe.
Author: Tameera Kemp
Mandala is Sanskrit for circle or connection and is seen as a model for the structure of life itself. This ancient motif dates back around 6,000 years. Tibetans call mandalas “Architecture of Enlightenment,” a temple or a blueprint of the universe.
Mandalas are used intuitively; there is no right or wrong way to experience one. You may begin just by looking and observing whatever form it takes.
As you gaze at the center and take in the rest with your peripheral vision, feel the energy flow between the mandala and your heart center.
The inspiration behind Light Stays came from a mandala. The fiery warmth of the lower or base chakras form the colour.
The origin of a mandala is a dot from the centre free of dimensions meaning seed, sperm or drop. Mandalas are a sacred space often featuring the world around or about you.
They represent inner and outer energies; many are formed as circles but can picture a wide range of shapes. Mandalas come in all forms of colours and sizes.
© Nivedita Patil
Often the lotus flower and the Flower of Life can influence a mandalas creation.
Flower of Life
Visiting an art retreat teaching mandala drawing programs is a great way to express and immerse yourself whilst discovering this beautiful ancient art.
I’ve loved mandalas for as long as I can remember. I find them useful whilst meditating, gaining clarity or inspiration. They bring a beautiful energy to your home or place of work and a sense of peace.
A mandala can rejuvenate your mind, body and spirit and your energies. They are the perfect tool to meditate with and can often centre your thoughts and mind.
Giving a child an outline of a mandala to colour will help calm their energies and release their imagination. Try giving them an assortment of colours to work with and see how their focus evolves.
The mandala comes from many parts of life we often don’t see. It’s in nature, flowers, the sun and moon, the stars and the sky.
A mandala is a sacred gift to share with someone. Colours can be associated with orange for communication, blues for intuition, purple for spirituality, pink for love, green for nature and, yellow for uplifting, earth for grounding and black for mystery.
Images from Wikimedia Commons
Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/new-age-articles/finding-your-intuition-through-a-mandala-sacred-geometry-the-blueprint-of-the-universe-5338560.html
About the Author
Tameera Kemp is the founder of Light Stays Retreats and Living; a global holistic lifestyle guide featuring advanced listings of retreats, programs, classes, events and workshops.
She travelled globally from the early 90’s whilst working in health and education sectors. Tameera enjoys visiting retreats and taking regular classes to balance energy, increase awareness and gain new perspective.
Tameera’s interest and study in alternative therapies and metaphysics began as a teenager. She’s practised astrology and numerology for around 20 years assisting people with life cycles, direction, clarity and understanding.
She has a special interest in:
– Websites and their power to connect people worldwide.
– Blogging and social media.
– Developing online resources to enrich personal development, wellbeing, creativity, travel and growth.
– Creating a global community of likeminded others who love travel, wellbeing and want to achieve a better way of living.
Tameera wants to empower others through Light Stays state-of-the-art resources, sharing experience and knowledge to connect people and businesses worldwide.
Tameera established Light Stays Retreats and Living in 2011 creating her dream global resource to inspire and guide your journey.
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by atmara | Nov 11, 2011 | Art, Mandala Monday, Mandalas, Meditation, Spiritual Awakening, Video
There are many interpretations of what the date 11/11/11 signifies. I don’t profess to being an expert on any of them, but I was inspired to create a Mandala Meditation Video for the occasion which is 11 minutes, 11 seconds and 11 frames long. No matter how you interpret this date, enjoy this 11 minutes plus of peace.
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