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It’s always interesting for us to interpret thencomprehensive numerology and astrology chartsnof those in the public eye. Instead of us telling you what we see in the charts,nwe will show you what we see through customizednvisual representations of personal fate, as seen throughncomprehensive ...
Thomas Hobbes (April 5th, 1588 – December 20th, 1679) was an English philosopher. He is best known for his 1651 book Leviathan about social contract theory. Hobbes also contributed to ethics, history, geometry, and theology. He’s frequently considered to be one of the founders of modern political philosophy. Below we list words of wisdom from Thomas Hobbes. "The world is governed by opinion." "Prudence is a presumption of the future, contracted from the experience of time past." "It's not the pace of life I mind. It's the sudden stop at the end."
“Who was I in my past life?” Which past life? Most people alive today, in our findings, have had many past lives (we’ve perceived 100s of our own). It would help to narrow down which past life you want to know about, such as one in relation to how you knew a certain person or why you have a ...
A book's messages don't have to benmetaphysically valid for the book to benon best-seller lists. Some modernnbest-selling metaphysical books are fillednwith spiritual truth and some are virtuallynvoid of it. Today's popular New Age communicationsncommonly contain heaps of pure inspirationnwith ...
The debate about whether or not fate exists will endure because it's difficult to prove either way, though there is plenty of evidence for it being credible. Our long-term findings have convinced us of the controversial viewpoint that personal fate exists, for everyone.
We certainly appreciate the value of inspirationalnmessages that are rooted in truth. However, atnthe present time, an over-abundance of spiritualnmisinformation is flooding the metaphysicalnmarket by those whom we call the New Age Cheerleaders. They’re usually well-meaning, but denying ...
Martial (c. 38 – c. 104 AD), known as Marcus Valerius Martialis, was a Roman poet from Hispania best known for his twelve books of Epigrams, published in Rome betwee AD 86 and 103. In these short, witty poems, he satirizes city life, the scandalous activities of his acquaintances, and romanticizes his youth. Considered the creator of the modern epigram, Martial's work provides a vivid portrayal of Roman society, blending humor, criticism, and insight into human nature.
Although we accept the theory of personal fate, we also believe that everyone has the power to make the most of his or her life within the limits of predetermination. As we outline in the Mystic’s Magic Formula, one of the best ways to optimize life’s rewards and mitigate life’s challenges is through the power of gratitude.
Myths abound surrounding the topics of sex, promiscuity, and spirituality.
It's always a good idea to remember to spiritually protect yourself. Just as there is filth in the physical world, spiritual debris is everywhere.
Numbers relate to quantities ("party of 3"), as well as qualities ("she's number one"). Personality traits, timing trends, and key events in your life are astonishingly and consistently represented by number symbolism, as empirically evidenced through the ages.
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Have you ever noticed that people who behave like a class act tend to go further in life, and their work and personal relationships are more harmonious and less stressful? Why is that? Is it because they have less drama and chaos in their life than most people? Maybe sometimes, but often it's because they've been through a lot and in the process learned how to react positively to adversity.
Orthodox timelines suggest intelligent life and the modern form of humans have been around for about 200,000 years, and civilization began about 6000 years ago. But scientific anomalies suggest otherwise. For example, a meteorite found in Colorado fell from the sky in 1931. Meteorites crashing to Earth happen regularly, so this isn’t unusual. 90% of meteorites consist of rock, and the other 10% are composed of nickel and iron.
According to the theories of reinca ation, karma, and personal fate, your soul selects a lifetime to experience conditions, circumstances, and specific key events prior to your birth in order to learn and understand. You have free will, within predetermined events in your life, to respond and make the most of your circumstances. An alte ative theory insists on 100% free will, that you don’t have to experience anything you, (your personality), don't want to experience.
Disclaimer: The following article about prostitution is in no way meant to promote any kind of illegal activity and we recommend always living within the laws of society. This article is simply meant to encourage thought about the issues of sex, money, programming, judgment, unquestioned yet questionable traditions, sexual shame, self-esteem, and resolving personal fears and issues.
More than 2000 years ago, the concept of karma was clearly defined in Buddhist teachings and Hindu texts such as the Mahabharata: Karma is inextricably linked to reinca ation and a person’s actions dictate the circumstances in his future lives. The concept is straightforward without much ambiguity.
If you've tried many times to quit smoking but you haven't been able to make it permanent, it may be time to consider the little talked about spiritual side of addiction: Ghosts. What do ghosts have to do with an addiction to cigarettes? More than you may realize.
Abigail Adams (November 22, 1744 – October 28, 1818) was the spouse and close advisor of John Adams. She was the first second lady of the United States, second first lady of the United States, and the mother of the sixth president of the United States, John Quincy Adams. She was a prominent advocate for women’s rights and a strong believe in the importance of education for women.
Recently, an acquaintance shared his opinion with us that wicked secret societies and reptilians with evil intent control the planet and humanity, and that there is no hope. We are not experts on secret societies and reptilians, but in our view, there is hope and the future is bright. Conspiracy theorists will sometimes say anything to sell books. Sometimes they confuse spiritual laws that influence the world with other-dimensional oppressors who wish the planet's population harm.
Sir Be ard Arthur Owen Williams (September 21st, 1929 – June 10th, 2003) was an English moral philosopher. His authored the books Problems of the Self, Ethics and the Limits of Philosophy, Shame and Necessity, and Truth and Truthfulness. He was a Knightbridge Professor of Philosophy at the University of Cambridge and a Deutsch Professor of Philosophy at the University of Califo ia, Berkeley. Below we list some words of wisdom from Be ard Williams. "If we try and fail, we have temporary disappointments. But if we do not try at all, we have permanent regrets."
Have you ever communicated intuitively with your pet, or wondered if your pet has psychic abilities? Stephen once took care of his mom's cat, Tigger, and dog, Chloe, for two weeks. After Tigger's dinner one evening, he appeared at Stephen's bedroom door, stared at Stephen, and meowed softly. Stephen suddenly saw the image of the treat he forgot to give Tigger after his dinner. Was Tigger reminding Stephen in his cat language, through sound and images directed at Stephen? It seemed that way.
When working with numerology, it's good to consider you interpretation of what the aspects reflect, yet it's alsona good idea to remain detached from the analysis. Beingndetached from it all is not easy, but with practice you'llnbe able to do it. There are two different paths you could take ...
Desiderius Erasmus Roterodamus (October 28th, 1466 – July 12th 1536) was a Dutch Christian humanist, Catholic theologian, educationalist, satirist, and philosopher. He is regarded as one of the most influential thinkers of the Northern Renaissance and a major figure of Dutch and Western culture.
Edgar Allan Poe (January 19, 1809–October 7, 1849) was an American writer and poet who is considered to have pioneered the category of detective fiction, and was one of the first Americans to consistently write short stories. He is also the first well-know American writer to earn a living exclusively through writing. His writing focused on mystery, romanticism, and the grotesque. He also wrote science fiction, and believed in reinca ation. Below we list some words of wisdom from Edgar Allan Poe.
The majority of people roll their eyes at the topic of astrology. Here’s an example: “I don't believe in astrology. It's a lot of crap. I just think that's another thing you should throw out the window. Mysticism. Cheap. It's amazing that people still hang on to that after all these years.” Mick Jagger Well, we don’t believe in the type of astrology you’ve likely been exposed to either, Mick.
Denis Diderot (October 5, 1713 – July 31, 1784) was a French philosopher and writer. He was a major figure in the Age of Enlightenment and best known as co-founder and contributor to the Encyclopédie, an encyclopedia of the arts and sciences. Below we list some words of wisdom from Denis Diderot. “We swallow greedily any lie that flatters us, but we sip only little by little at a truth we find bitter.” “All things must be examined, debated, investigated without exception and without regard for anyone's feelings.”
Francis Ford Coppola (April 7, 1939–) is an American film director, producer and screenwriter. He is considered one of the greatest directors of all time, having received five Academy Awards and six Golden Globes. Patton, The Godfather series, Apocalypse Now, The Cotton Club, Peggy Sue Got Married, and The Rainmaker are some of his most celebrated films. Below we list some words of wisdom from Francis Ford Coppola. “My talent is that I just try and try and try and try again and little by little it comes to something.”
A client told us that he’s had at least seven bad accidentsnthroughout his life. At the scene of the last one (a car nroll-over), after walking away without a scratch, a stranger ntold him “God has something special for you.” He asked us ifnthose accidents could have been his possible destined ...
Numbers have qualities, besides representing quantity. They have rich symbolic meaning and relate to every area of life, including money. Below we list each of the root numbers 1 through 9 along with a few details about how they relate to money, as we’ve empirically disce ed since 1992. For ...
Handwriting analysis (graphology) shows how a nperson thinks and acts, along with their emotional nbalance, maturity, and much more. It denotes pastnconduct and displays potential for future behavior. The fascinating thing about handwriting analysisnis that you can interpret beyond the ...
Some people have a more challenging time meetingncompatible romantic partners than others. Patterns in numerology and astrology charts symbolizenlife circumstances. Whenever we see patterns in a person’sncharts representing tough love energy, their actual love lifencircumstances always match ...
Friedrich Nietzsche (October 15th, 1844 – August 25th, 1900) was a German poet, philologist, philosopher, composer, and cultural critic whose work heavily influenced contemporary philosophy. Below we list some words of wisdom by Friedrich Nietzsche. "Do you want to have an easy life? Then always stay with the herd and lose yourself in the herd." "Men who think deeply appear to be comedians in their dealings with others because they always have to feign superficiality in order to be understood."
Cynics say there is no evidence for reinca ation. Based on the presumptuous and angry reactions we sometimes receive about the idea of past lives, it seems like some people don't want any evidence to exist. Maybe they don't like the idea of having to come back and suffer the consequences of their bad behavior. Hardcore skeptics of reinca ation who commonly accuse believers of lacking intelligence, usually base their narrow-minded viewpoints on little to no research about the topic. Who is being gullible?
The Near Death Experience Research Foundation (NDERF) is the largest NDE website in the world with over 4000 experiences in over 23 Languages. They are used to the understandable amount of skepticism and doubt about NDEs and provide a lot of helpful information, and address the typical questions on their FAQ page. We combed through their database and found what we believe are the most intriguing parts of various case histories to share with our readers. Click on the name in each section to read the entire case on the NDERF site.
Numerology is number symbolism. Numbers designate quantity, and they can also symbolize qualities, incredibly, in relation to personal money matters. We understand if you’re unconvinced. The ancient science of numerology (i.e., number mysticism) has been adulterated in modern times. We don’t believe in the numerology you’ve been exposed to either. Nobody is a single number—anybody who thinks they are "a 3," for example, has been misled.
Subliminal technology involves audio or visual suggestions that your mind perceives at a subconscious level, but not at a conscious level. Remember, your subconscious takes in every detail of your environment, even the ones you can’t consciously perceive; everything you’ve ever sensed, seen or ...
One of the most beneficial things you can do for your emotional well-being is to forgive. Forgive everyone who has ever hurt you, let you down, ripped you off, and anyone you perceive as the “enemy." Why? Because holding on to resentment toward someone depletes your energy, delays spiritual ...
Did you know that affirmations can help you create more success and abundance? Some people say you can get rich with positive thinking. Is this true for anyone? Based on our many years of empirical research, our findings show that success and abundance potential is measurable and different for everyone, and has a lot to do with personal timing, which mirrors your fate (another word for destiny). Even for those whose destiny doesn't include the potential for great wealth, the good news is that we've also found everyone has free will to make the most of his or her fate.
Nelson Mandela (July 18, 1918—December 5, 2013) was an anti-apartheid revolutionary who was targeted by the South African ruling elite, charged with treason, and sent to prison. He never gave up fighting for human rights and after his release from prison, eventually became president of South Africa. Below we list some words of wisdom from Nelson Mandela. “As I walked out the door toward the gate that would lead to my freedom, I knew if I didn't leave my bitte ess and hatred behind, I'd still be in prison.”
John Stuart Mill (May 20, 1806 – May 7, 1873) was an English economist, philosopher, politician and civil servant. The Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy called him "the most influential English-speaking philosopher of the nineteenth century." He greatly influenced classical liberalism and championed the freedom of the individual. Below we list some words of wisdom from John Stuart Mill. “In the long-run, the best proof of a good character is good actions.” “There are many truths of which the full meaning cannot be realized until personal experience has brought it home.”
It's difficult for many of us to see how responsible nnon-monogamy can save a relationship; fears andnmisconceptions about this emotionally touchy subject ncan interfere with understanding how it can be beneficial. Although non-monogamy is not for everyone and is not nalways appropriate, below ...
What happens to the soul during a near death experience (NDE)? Many have returned to life after being clinically dead and shared amazing insight from the other side. The Near Death Experience Research Foundation (NDERF) is the largest NDE website in the world with over 4000 experiences in over 23 Languages. What about proof? How do we know these people aren’t making up these stories? Couldn’t it just be their imagination? Skepticism is healthy, and the NDERF FAQ page contains lots of helpful information and addresses any skepticism you may have.
Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel (August 27th, 1770 – November 14th, 1831) was a German philosopher and an important voice of German idealism and 19th-century philosophy. He wrote about the philosophical side of many contemporary topics, including metaphysics, art, history, politics, and religion. He is famous for The Phenomenology of Spirit, The Science of Logic, and University of Berlin lectures on subjects from his Encyclopedia of the Philosophical Sciences. Below we list some words of wisdom from Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel.
Wall Street professionals are getting a lot of heat in the press lately for the exploits of few. Although we target Wall Street excess in this article, we believe the vast majority of financiers are honorable. Our view is that the financial shenanigans that you see today are 10-15 years (at ...
Marilyn Monroe (June 1st, 1926 – August 4th, 1962) was an American actress, model, and singer. She was one of the most popular sex symbols of the 1950s and early 1960s and remains an icon decades after her death. She was a top-billed actress and in 1999, the American Film Institute ranked her as the sixth-greatest female screen legend from the Golden Age of Hollywood.
The five stages of mysticism aren't as complex as you may think. Contrary to popular belief, you don't have to have a long mane of white hair and live in an exotic, remote part of the world to be a mystic. The American Heritage dictionary defines mysticism as "...consciousness of transcendent reality or of God through deep meditation or contemplation. Mystic is defined as of or relating to religious mysteries or occult rites and practices; one who practices or believes in mysticism." You may have deep mystical tendencies and not even realize you're a mystic, by definition.
Based on life-after-life accounts from past life regression, the research of Stafford Betty, and Near Death Experiences (NDEs), the afterworld is quite different than life on Earth. One main reason is that you, or your soul, is no longer confined by the limits of your body and mind. The list in this article is about life after death in the Light, where most souls go after shedding their body. Some souls go to levels of a lower vibration, but they always have the choice to call out for help, embrace the Light and work to progress to higher levels.
Abuse of financial power, such as manipulating, exploiting, or making false promises with the carrot and stick trick will downgrade your spirituality and earn you some tough future life karma. Most people who have studied the concept of karma and reinca ation understand this, even if they don't always live it.
It’s commonly acknowledged that sex before marriage, an occasional cocktail or two, or cursing is not going to cause you to burn in hell. However, in your spiritual quest perhaps you’ve asked yourself, “what isn’t acceptable behavior, that would make me incur negative karma?” Our experience and ...