"There Is No Such Thing As Luck."
Now, I know what you're saying, "Oh yes there is... some people I know are very lucky. The right job, the right house... everything just seems to fall into their lap." And I understand why you might think that way. It does seem like luck is everything. I mean, when it rains it pours, doesn't it?
Everyday, millions of people greet the day with hopes of a brighter future but find that no matter what they do, they just can't seem to get ahead. We work harder, we work longer, but it seems we were just destined to struggle.
And yet, there are those who seem to attract good luck no matter where they go. Things "just happen" to them. It's as if they're in the right place at the right time ALL THE TIME.
How Do "Lucky" People Do It?
Contrary to popular belief, you didn't come into this world alone and unarmed. Inside you lies a powerful tool that can turn every dream into reality. This inner consciousness is a direct connection to the Source itself, your roadmap to personal and spiritual success.
To utilize this roadmap, you need only to tap into your spiritual core - that part of you that you refer to as "I." This is your spiritual Self, your metaphysical center that allows you to create your life as you see it.
The easiest (and most effective) way to tap into your inner consciousness is through meditation. But before you can master meditation, you're going to have to learn to manage your stress.
Hot is the opposite of Cold. Dark is the opposite of Light. And Stress is the opposite of the state of mind that we call "Meditation."
Stress is nothing more than our reaction to change. Any change in our lives, whether it be good or bad, will cause some level of stress.
Psychologists have listed hundreds of stress-causing events, each with their own ranking that measures the amount of turmoil the stressor can cause. Death of a loved one and the loss of a job rank right at the top for example, while a flat tire or spilling your drink would rank much lower. But regardless of the ranking, stress accumulates and can take a serious toll on our well-being.
Stress can cause headaches, nausea, psychological problems and even heart-attacks.
Stress lowers our white blood cell count, making us more susceptible to disease and illness.
Stress can cause hyperventilation and respiratory problems.
Stress can cause a variety of digestive issues, including constipation, indigestion and ulcers.
No Wonder We're So Ill.
Of course, everyone responds to stress differently, but you can be sure that extreme stress lasting for extended periods of time will eventually wreak havoc on your body.
So, How Can You Avoid It?
You can't. Life is all about change and change is what causes stress. The secret isn't in finding a way to avoid the stress but rather, changing the way you respond when it occurs.
Remember those people who seem to have all the luck? The ones whose lives just keep getting better and better? The reason fortune seems to smile on them is that they've learned to tap into their inner consciousness.
They've discovered that when they change their attitude, they can change their altitude, but to do so, they had to learn to manage their stress.
Before you learn to live life as an enlightened being, the first step is learning to control your stress and to function in a state of meditation.
In the first guided meditation that comes at the bottom of this lesson, I'll guide you through the Daisy Pond Technique. And you'll feel your stress melt away as you experience a whole new level of mind.
How Do You Feel About Stress?
No, this isn't a trick question. In order to effectively manage your stress, you're going to change the way you view the stressors. For most people, stress is seen as obstacle, a roadblock in their path to success. The event causing the stress becomes a bad thing, something that will slow us down and could possess the potential to keep us from getting what we want.
Does that sound about right for you?
When we think of stress, we think of negative things. Failures, downfalls and pit-stops that delay us from reaching our chosen destination. And sometimes, that's exactly what these events seem to do. But this kind of response is the result of Ego, that limited and usually selfish perception that puts our own interests above all other things.
Ego tells us that the world is cruel. That it's greedy and unfair. Ego assures us that we must do what we have to, regardless of the cost, if we expect to find any success in this material world. Ego expects things to go wrong, because that's what has always happened in the past.
The truth is, the events in our life happen because they're supposed to happen. They may bring us new perspective on a situation or they might cause us to step back and reflect. If we view these events as negative roadblocks, we risk missing the message they bring.
See, those "lucky people" know that the Universe is actually a rewarding and generous place. They know that
"Like Attracts Like"
...and as long as they maintain a clear mind and a positive perspective, they can attract and create anything they want.
They also know that stress - and the negative effects it has on our body can cloud our mind and keep us from discovering the incredible being we really are. So, while they may not know what changes are coming, they are comfortable with the idea of change itself.
They have removed the stress of worry and dread and replaced it with a calmness that can only come from their spiritual core.
It is not work that kills men, it is worry. Work is healthy; you can hardly put more on a man than he can bear. But worry is rust upon the blade. It is not movement that destroys the machinery, but friction.
~ Henry Ward Beecher
The Secret of YOU
So, let's get back to this attitude thing for a second. How can we possibly change our attitude when life is hectic, stressful and unforgiving?
In the upcoming lessons, we're going to look at our attitude under a metaphysical microscope. We're going to examine it and break it apart piece by piece. You'll also learn some techniques to help you overcome the emotions and destructive programming that in truth, are what have been holding you back.
As I said, all of these things are coming up, so I won't go into detail here. But I do want to say this:
~ The Secret of Your Success is YOU ~
That's right Y-O-U. Everything you've ever wanted, everything you've ever dreamed about and every conceivable success, talent, skill, interest, adventure and experience that you've ever imagined is completely and totally within your grasp. You have an awe-inspiring ability to literally create your own reality and then create it again if you choose to do so.
And this fantastic ability doesn't require any college degrees. You needn't have a Mensa IQ or possess super-human strength. In fact, the only thing you need to turn your desires into reality is a mind and a little intent.
Okay, maybe a lot of intent but intent is easy to come by, so that shouldn't be a problem.
Just as humankind evolved from the caveman into the intelligence beings we are today, we can take the next leap on our evolutional ladder and discover the real magic of the Universe.
Everything you need to have, everything you want is in your possession right now. You just need to learn how to use it.
And that's why I've started this series with Meditation.
In order to create and construct your perfect reality, you'll need a focused and intentful mind. But you can't reach this state without first removing the chaos that is bouncing around inside your head. I need to pay this bill, I need to stop at the store. Oh, I forgot to call him...Yikes! What time is it? I need to pick her up!
At any given time of the day, most of us are bombarded by an array of unrelated and random thoughts. It is a byproduct of our lifestyle, our multi-tasking, always on the go existence that demands we cram as much as we possibly can into every single second. The result is a constant state of confusion, marked by memory lapses, stress and the feeling of being overwhelmed.
You can't create in this state of mind for the simple fact that you can't concentrate on your intentions long enough to get anything done. There's too many other thoughts flying in, all demanding your attention and pulling you away from the peace you're so desperately seeking.
And so, I invite you to meditate with me. Learn how to quiet your mind. Discover the peace that has eluded you so far and use it to propel you to the next step in your evolutionary chain.
Is Your Mind A Place of Stress or A Place of Peace?
Do you need some help in managing your stress? Answer these questions and find out!
I have trouble sleeping at night.
I seem to worry constantly.
I am uncomfortable with change.
I have stress-related illnesses such as headaches, joint pain or nausea.
I am dependant upon other people for my livelihood.
I sometimes feel overwhelmed and frustrated.
My life feels chaotic and out of control.
I get angry when things don't go my way.
How many did you check? If most of these statements apply to you, don't worry. I'm going to show you how to turn your stress into a peaceful state of mind. How is that possible?
Because stress and relaxation are the same thing.
Now, you're probably going to take exception to that and as well you should. Let's think of it this way...
Polarity states that all things have an opposite and the opposites are actually the same thing, only differing by degree.
So, let's see how we can apply this principle to stress.
How would you find the opposite of stress?
You have two options - you can enhance it or reduce it. Obviously, we don't want to enhance stress so let's try reducing it instead. Put your stress on an arbitrary scale at the 100 mark - that's some pretty high stress. Now, our objective is to get you to the zero mark or at least, very close to it.
So how do we do that?
If you were to remove the stress altogether, you'd be fully relaxed, wouldn't you? That makes relaxation the secret to defeating stress. Think about it for a second: if your goal was to remove dark from a room, what would you do? You can't wash it out or sweep it out. You'd let light in to take away the dark. In the same way, you can let relaxation in to take away the stress.
And guess what the best form of relaxation is?
That's right: MEDITATION
What if...
You could welcome change without fear?
Calm your mind and enjoy a peaceful, serene existence?
Redirect your energies into something more productive?
Relieve all your stress-related symptoms?
And most importantly - Turn the unknown into new opportunities for growth?
Let Meditation Open the Door
In my life, I've seen a lot of things and traveled to a number of places. I've met a wide variety of people from the most enlightened to the seriously frustrated. And no matter where I went, no matter who I met, those with the "luck" you're looking for all had one thing in common: meditation.
I myself, have lived a life full of adventure, activity and discovery and have been blessed with success in a range of creative endeavors. I've been able to enjoy these things not because I'm "lucky," but because I've learned to use a series of techniques that allows me to connect with my inner consciousness and literally create the life I want to have.
And that's what I want to share with you.
For many of us, the idea of sitting still for any length of time sounds impossible. Clear our minds? You've got to be kidding. We have become so enveloped in our "rush-rush" society, that we're multi-tasking all the time, even in our sleep.
But when we meditate, the multi-tasking stops. The mind relaxes, allowing us to find our balance and tap that all important spiritual core. We become more productive, more centered and certainly more at ease.
Through meditation, we can achieve wondrous things, from ridding our bodies of illness to manifesting our innermost desires.
And the beauty of meditation is that it's not as difficult as you might think. By learning to silence that ever-churning chaos inside your head, you can finally discover the true meaning of the word "peace." Your thoughts will be clearer, your ideas more vibrant and you'll be able to literally "see" your way into a new and exciting future. With meditation, you can:
Increase your blood flow.
Lower your heart rate.
Decrease muscle tension.
Relieve headaches.
Reduce anxiety attacks.
Alleviate allergy symptoms.
In fact, meditation is such a powerful tool, studies have shown that regular meditation can even strengthen your immune system and help you ward off illness and infection! All you have to do is learn to quiet your mind.
The Three Techniques
I know, I know... what's this "Bagha" I keep talking about? It is a simple technique that you can use to calm your mind and restore balance to your Self. The beauty of this technique is that you can use it anytime, anyplace and under any circumstances.
And just as I promised, I'm going to pass this secret along to you.Remember that magical technique I mentioned earlier? Known as the Bagha, this technique allows you to instantly restore calmness whenever you're in a stressful situation. Don't worry, there's no athletic ability or yoga-like flexibility required. This move is so easy, anyone can do it.
Step 1:
Close your eyes and visualize an image that you find peaceful. It could be a pleasant memory or a favorite vacation from long ago. Picture it in your mind as if you were there and remember the tranquility you felt at your special place.
Step 2:
Now touch the tip of your tongue to the roof of your mouth. Hold it there for a second while you maintain your peaceful visualization.
That wasn't so hard, was it?
The Bagha technique can be used anytime you feel stressed or tense. Like a metaphysical switch, this ancient process sends a signal to your brain that it is time to relax regardless of what's going on around you at the time.. Touch the tip of your tongue to the roof of your mouth and you are instantly transported to that relaxing state you remember from your favorite place. Use this technique when you feel anxious or angry and of course, when you want to clear your mind for meditation.
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I'm going to reveal three techniques in this lesson. Each get progressively more advanced.
But these are more than mere techniques. I'm going to train you in using them in a special away. You will listen to a guided meditation read by me. My voice will personally guide you into deeper levels of mind and while in these levels, I will train you to use these techniques.
Here they are:
Level 1: The Daisy Pond
In the Daisy Pond Technique I'll guide you into a state of peaceful meditation. You'll feel your stress and worries dissapear and come out a few minutes later feeling immensely relaxed and at peace. This technique lasts 15 minutes. Start this today by downloading the audio in the the audio section below this page.
Level 2: The Bagha
Experiencing meditation is one thing, but how do you relax yourself in a stressful situation? Say in the middle of a meeting or argument. Here's where the Bagha comes in. I'll show you how to establish a mental "trigger" that will allow you to enter a state of meditation anytime during the day - even with your eyes open.
Level 3: The Thought-Stopping Technique
During a state of meditation, our thoughts remain very powerful. What you think about you create. This is the Law of Attraction magnified. I'll teach you how to control unwanted thoughts and focus your mind like a laser on the thoughts you desire.
Ready to Begin?
Learn to meditate properly and you'll find that new opportunities await that you've never imagined. When you meditate, you focus your energies upon one thing, one goal, or one desire - one that you hope to manifest.
This focus allows you to access the unlimited resources of the Universe itself and set your desires into motion. So, now you have decided to give meditation a try. You want to explore the positive effects that meditation can have on your productivity and state of mind. Before you begin, I'd like to suggest that you set up an area that can be reserved for meditation only.
Another suggestion would be to use a mantra. In fact, mantra are the secret to successful meditation. The mantra allows you to concentrate your thoughts, the key component in meditating. An easy mantra to use is Aomm. Speak the mantra at ear level, a quiet hum emitted with every exhale.
Use your meditation sessions to focus on issues that you want to address or to seek guidance as you begin your journey down the spiritual path. The answers are there, I promise you, and through meditation you can find them.
Become the Master of Your Mind
You are embarking on an amazing, life-changing journey so let me take this moment to say
Congratulations!
