Glossary of Holistic Terms
This glossary of holistic terms is a labor of love in progress and is by no means a complete list. It is a combination of our own personal insights, observations, experience and expertise, combined with input from A Course in Miracles, the dictionary, ChatGPT and other sources, to offer you the best possible definitions of the following holistic terms. We will be making many additions and revisions as we go along. If you have information you would like to submit to enhance the definitions below, we invite you to send your suggestions to robin@robinduncan.com for consideration. We want to do our best to define each term, so that the many non-invasive forms of holistic support can be more easily understood, accepted, appreciated, and utilized by the general public due to their tremendous value. Thank you for helping us to make this glossary the best it can be.
WHAT IS A COURSE IN MIRACLES (ACIM)?
A Course in Miracles is a spiritually-based self-study curriculum that offers practical ways for people to move from a thought-system based on fear to a thought-system based on love. The book includes 3 major categories of curriculum; a Text, a 365-Day Workbook for Students and a Teachers Manual. In addition to these more widely-known categories in A Course in Miracles, there are supplemental sections including Clarification of Terms, Psychotherapy, and The Song of Prayer.
A Course in Miracles is a body of information scribed by Helen Schucman, a Professor of Medical Psychology at Columbia University in the mid-1970’s. Helen stated that the information came to her every evening for a period of seven years and she simply wrote down the information she heard through inner dictation. At the time, she did not understand much of the information she was recording. Upon completion of the work, it was found that the materials were highly significant in nature and served to provide a foundational structure for helping people to release judgment and reclaim their natural state of being and oneness with God. When Helen asked who was offering her the information she was recording in shorthand, the “Voice” identified Himself as the Elder Brother, Jesus.
The curriculum provides clear guidance on how to achieve a consistent state of happiness, health, abundance and well-being. Millions of copies have been sold and distributed around the world and translated into most major languages.
People from all walks of life and in various spiritual and religious paths have found the information to be highly useful and key in answering the age-old questions that have plagued humanity for thousands of years. The principles shared in the Course offer insight and highly effective ways to transform challenges in all areas of life; such as, health, relationship, money and emotional and physical well-being.
The language used in “the Course” is communicated based on the most prevalent language used at the time it was recorded. For instance, God is referred to as “He” and the Child of God is referred to as “His Son”. This was not intended to reflect gender. It was used only to provide language that was most familiar to those seeking Truth at the time. If you study the Course, it is suggested that you place greater emphasis on the message it shares and less emphasis on the gender references, so you will not limit your pursuit of Truth. People from all walks of faith have benefitted from their study and practice of A Course in Miracles.
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WHAT IS ADVANCED HYPNOSIS?
Advanced hypnosis is a powerful tool for mental and emotional healing, sometimes resulting in deep psychological change. It can include such techniques as Regression Therapy, NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming) and many others. It requires a skilled practitioner who can safely navigate the subconscious mind to address traumatic memories, resolve internal conflicts and long-held beliefs, and even embed new positive behaviors.
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WHAT IS AGE REGRESSION?
Age regression is a psychological phenomenon where a person mentally and emotionally regresses to a younger age, whether it be in behavioral, emotional or social development. This might be an unconscious response, or coping mechanism, to deal with overwhelming emotions, trauma or stress, but it can also be utilized in Hypnosis Therapy as a therapeutic tool.
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WHAT IS ATONEMENT?
Atonement is defined as the process of reconciliation between humanity and God, sometimes thought of, in a religious context, as the act of making amends for wrongdoing, or sin. However, in A Course in Miracles, atonement refers to the process of awakening to our true nature, where we remember that separation from God never actually occurred and that sin is just another part of the illusion. True atonement is to reconnect with our divine essence.
WHAT DOES AWAKENING MEAN?
Awakening or “to awaken” is a spiritual reference that means to awaken to the full realization of your Whole Self; in oneness with God. This is your natural state of being and is accomplished through your willingness to forgive and release all illusions, judgments and grievances against yourself and others and by consciously inviting the memory of this Divine connection to return to your mind. Once you remember and recognize this Higher part of yourself, you can then follow the infinite and loving guidance that is inherent and available in that relationship. As you do this, you will experience amazing results and will become so confident in your connection, that you will follow and rely on your inner guidance or “inner compass” rather than those whom you would consider as experts in their field. Additionally, you will no longer be in fear of any kind and you will experience a consistent level of peace, regardless of your external
circumstances.
WHAT IS BREATHWORK (BREATHING EXERCISES)?
It is thought by many cultures that the process of breathing is the essence of being. A rhythmic process of expansion and contraction, breathing is one example of the consistent polarity we see in nature such as night and day, wake and sleep, etc. In yoga, the breath is known as prana or a universal energy that can be used to find a balance between the body-mind, the conscious-unconscious and the nervous system. Unlike other bodily functions, the breath is easily used to communicate between these systems which give us an excellent tool to help facilitate positive change. It is the only bodily function that we do both voluntarily and involuntarily. We can consciously use breathing to influence the involuntary sympathetic nervous system that regulates blood pressure, heart rate, circulation, digestion and many other bodily functions.
Pranayama is a yoga practice that literally means the control of life or energy. It uses breathing techniques to change subtle energies within the body for health and well-being. Breathing exercises can act as a bridge into those functions of the body of which we generally do not have conscious control.
WHAT IS THE BRIDGE TO THE REAL WORLD (THE BRIDGE)
The Bridge to the Real WorldTM is a book (coming soon) by Robin Duncan. The bridge is a symbol for the transition from perception to knowledge, and thus is equated with the Holy Spirit, the Real World, and God's last step; used also to denote the shift from false to true perception and the real world. The bridge is a metaphor to describe the bridge of consciousness you will pass through during your awakening process and also to denote the many obstacles you will face and what you need to do to avoid delays and quicken your journey back to peace. The Bridge to the Real WorldTM by Robin Duncan will provide easy steps for living A Course in Miracles. Many people are challenged when studying the Course and this book will serve as a “How-To” manual or trail map to quicken the pace.
WHAT IS CONSCIOUS COMMAND?
Conscious CommandTM is a management style consisting of deliberate thoughts, behaviors and responses that lead to a desired goal or outcome. To be in a state of “Conscious Command” is to actively choose to move beyond limiting thoughts, beliefs and judgments (formed from past experiences) and to choose instead thoughts, words and actions that are consistent with the desired outcome.
The foundational principles are:
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There is an accessible place of power, intelligence and creativity within each individual that is free of fear, limiting thoughts, beliefs and judgments drawn from past experiences
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Thought (being cause) creates experience (being effect)
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Your current life experience is the external picture or projection of an accumulation of your past thoughts, beliefs and judgments
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Other people are mirroring your thoughts and beliefs back to you and they “show up” based on your expectations and judgments
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To rapidly reach a desired goal or new outcome, your thoughts, words, actions, feelings and behaviors must be in alignment
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WHAT IS THE CONSCIOUS MIND?
The conscious mind is the place of short-term memory, analytical thinking, reasoning and judgment. You might think of the mind as comprised of 3 parts: the conscious mind, subconscious mind and super-conscious mind. In our classes, we refer to the conscious mind as “the guard dog at the fenceTM”. It is the part of the mind that is committed to holding onto limiting thoughts, fears and judgments learned in the past. It is also the part of the mind that is resistant to change. On a spiritual level, the conscious mind interferes with the guidance and constant communication received from the super-conscious part of the mind. The super-conscious is that part of the mind that some call Divine intelligence, God-wisdom or supreme knowledge, without the added emotions of fear and judgment. Every individual has access to
this wise, super-conscious part of the mind, which is accomplished through the practice of quieting the mind, meditation, hypnosis, guided imagery and other techniques to tune in and listen to It’s influence. Command CommandTM Workshops are a series of global corporate training and support programs offered by The Miracle Center of California.
WHAT IS DEATH?
The most common definition of death is the end of the life of an organism. However, in A Course in Miracles, death is seen as simply one more component of the overarching illusion created by the ego that keeps us separated from our true essence and oneness in God.
WHAT IS EFT (EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUE)?
EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) commonly known as “tapping”, is a form of psychological acupressure, using the same energy meridians as in traditional acupuncture to treat physical and emotional ailments without the invasiveness of needles. By tapping with the fingertips on certain energy meridian points, while you “tune in” to your specific problem and repeat customized affirmations, you experience emotional and physical relief, if not total elimination of the discomfort.
An advanced level of the EFT application is called EFT with the Source TechniqueTM , a proprietary technique developed by Robin Duncan. EFT with the Source TechniqueTM is a combination of deliberate methods to enable a Certified Practitioner to quickly identify the “root cause” of a problem and then with use of tapping, eliminate or substantially reduce the charge of the trauma, pain, anxiety, addiction, cravings, discomfort, etc. In this way, the client is more likely to experience lasting relief without recurrence of the problem.
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Example: EFT with the Source TechniqueTM for Intense Burning Sensation.
Our client, let’s call John, came to us with the symptom of severe burning feet among other ailments. This had gone on for 5 years. It was his belief that the cause of the burning sensation was due to an accident he had 5 years earlier (where he had chased a burglar over a fence and then slipped and fractured his spine). The doctors told him the burning sensation was likely due to the fracture in his spine but shared that they did not know for sure. John rated the intense pain as a 200 (on a 10 point scale) and his only choice was to take more pain medication.
By using our proprietary Source TechniqueTM, we discovered that John had injured himself as a child by falling off a fence into a pile of burning coals. The burning sensation had been triggered (not caused) by the injury from the burglary incident 5 years earlier. In addition, John had concerns about loss of income and future challenges, all contributing to his pain. After we applied EFT with the Source Technique TM for about 2 minutes, John’s pain from the burning sensation dropped from 200 to 4. You can imagine the surprise on John’s face when the real root cause had been identified (in minutes) and the pain was significantly neutralized.
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WHAT IS EFT PRAYER TAPPING?
EFT Prayer TappingTM is a method created by Robin Duncan that combines Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) with prayer and the principles of A Course in Miracles. This technique has evolved as an effective way to help release emotional pain and negative beliefs. It leads to great personal healing and transformation.
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WHAT IS EFT WITH THE SOURCE TECHNIQUETM?
EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques), commonly known as “tapping”, is a form of psychological acupressure, using the same energy meridians as in traditional acupuncture to treat physical and emotional ailments without the invasiveness of needles. By tapping with the fingertips on certain energy meridian points, while you “tune in” to your specific problem and repeat customized affirmations, you experience emotional and physical relief, if not total elimination of the discomfort. EFT, formerly known as Meridian Tapping, has its origin in ancient Chinese medicine. There have been many contributors that have helped to shape EFT into the powerful and effective tool that it is today. During the 1980’s, Dr. Roger Calahan combined tapping with focus on emotional problems and called this combination “TFT or Thought Field Therapy”. During the 1990’s, Gary Craig helped to bring this powerful modality to the world and renamed it as “EFT or Emotional Freedom Techniques”. During the 2000’s, Dr. Pat Carrington added the “Choices Method” to EFT, helping to refine the process by adding customized positive affirmations for higher results. In 2002, Robin Duncan added the “Source TechniqueTM ” to the EFT Techniques.
Source TechniqueTM
EFT with the Source TechniqueTM is a combination of deliberate spiritually based methods to enable you to quickly identify the “source or root cause” of a problem, and then substantially reduce the negative charge of the discomfort with EFT. The Miracle Center of California is the only global training facility that offers training and certification in the Source TechniqueTM. Our Certified Practitioners learn how to combine the Source TechniqueTM with EFT before, during, and after Hypnosis.
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This is not a complete list of contributors to EFT, as it is known today. EFT has been blessed by many contributors along the way.
WHAT IS THE EGO?
The ego represents the crazy mad idea that you could be separate from God. It is not a force to be battled. It is an idea to be recognized as false. Here are a few statements about the ego from A Course in Miracles: The ego is the mind's belief that it is completely on its own. The ego is in your mind, because you have accepted it there, and its evaluation of you, is the exact opposite of the Holy Spirit’s, because the ego does not love you. It is unaware of what you are, and wholly mistrustful of everything it perceives because its perceptions are so shifting. The ego is therefore capable of suspiciousness at best and viciousness at worst. That is its range. You, then, have two conflicting evaluations of yourself in your mind, and they cannot both be true. The ego is, therefore, particularly likely to attack you when you react lovingly, because it has evaluated you as unloving and you are going against its judgment. The ego is immobilized in the presence of God’s grandeur, because His grandeur establishes your freedom. Even the faintest hint of your reality literally drives the ego from your mind.
The ego depends solely on your willingness to tolerate it
It will attack your motives as soon as they become clearly out of accord with its perception of you. This is when it will shift abruptly from suspiciousness to viciousness, since its uncertainty is increased. It cannot exceed it because of its uncertainty. And it can never go beyond it because it can never be certain. You cannot evaluate an insane belief system from within it. Its range precludes this. You can only go beyond it, look back from a point where sanity exists and see the contrast. Only by this contrast can insanity be judged as insane. The ego’s goal is autonomy and separation. It is totally confused about reality, but it does not lose sight of its goal. It is much more vigilant than you are, because it is perfectly certain of its purpose. You are confused because you do not recognize yours. The ego may see some good, but never only good. That is why its perceptions are so variable. It does not reject goodness entirely, for that you could not accept. But it always adds something that is not real to the real, thus confusing illusion and reality.
WHAT IS ENERGY BALANCING?
Energy balancing is a system of realigning, re-attuning and balancing the body’s electro-magnetic energy field. Similar to electrical energy that flows through the power lines to your home, the body’s energy flows through pathways in, around and through the body. When the body’s electrical pathways are interrupted, physical and emotional health and wellness can be compromised.
WHAT IS ENERGY MEDICINE?
Energy Medicine is based on the fundamental premise that all physical objects (bodies) and psychological processes (thoughts, emotions, beliefs and attitudes) are expressions of energy; therefore, all bodies are believed to be infused with a subtle energy or life force. This life force is known by a variety of terms corresponding to different traditions. Energy medicine proposes that imbalances in the body's "energy field" result in illness, and that by re-balancing the body's energy-field health can be restored. Techniques such as Hypnotherapy, Guided Imagery, EFT with the Source TechniqueTM, Reiki, Sound Therapy, Crystal Healing, Acupuncture, Acupressure and other healing modalities are very helpful in clearing and rebalancing the bodies subtle energy system. Prayer, meditation and yoga are also beneficial in promoting wellness. Other names for energy medicine are energy therapy and energy healing. The Miracle Center of California offers training and certification in many of these natural healing modalities.
WHAT IS ENLIGHTENED LEADERSHIP?
Enlightened LeadershipTM is the highest form of leadership, as it stems from the knowledge that all power is within and that there is a divine and harmonious solution to every situation. Further, it is understood that everything and everyone we see and experience is a projection or “effect” of our past thoughts. As such, the need to judge, blame or accuse is not useful or necessary. To be an Enlightened Leader involves the management team listening for Higher wisdom and
guidance at all times and making decisions based on that influence, regardless of external circumstances; as if driven by an internal compass. It is the acceptance that all thoughts are creative and everything you see is presented to you in accordance with your past thoughts and beliefs. The practice of Enlightened LeadershipTM results in a state of being invulnerable to external influences, such as the economy, the value of the dollar, supply and demand, etc.
The Enlightened Leader understands that he/she is not here to change the world, as everything we see (outside us) is the effect of our thoughts and beliefs. They realize instead, that as their perceptions are healed, the result is that the world is healed. Leading from a sustained place of wisdom and listening, without judgment, offers the greatest opportunity for alignment with Divine Wisdom; thereby leading to the highest and greatest outcome for all. Enlightened Leadership TM is Global Training Program designed especially for Executives and their employees by The Miracle Center of California.
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WHAT IS ENLIGHTENMENT?
Enlightenment means “full comprehension of a situation or deep insight into the meaning and purpose of all things”. It literally means “to awaken” or “to understand”. Someone who isawakened has gained insight into the workings of the mind (which keeps us imprisoned) andleads to liberation of oneself. Enlightenment is attained when all limitations have been removedfrom the mind and one’s positive potential has been completely and perfectly realized. It is astate characterized by infinite compassion, vision, wisdom and trust.
WHAT IS FORGIVENESS?
Forgiveness can be defined as a conscious, deliberate decision to release feelings of resentment or vengeance toward a person, group, event or entity that has caused you harm. True forgiveness is a key component of spiritual growth and healing. It is not merely about forgetting the wrongs done to you but also letting go of resentment and embracing peace and understanding. Forgiveness leads to improved mental health and emotional well-being and helps people reclaim their spiritual power.
WHAT IS GOD?
WHAT IS GUIDED IMAGERY?
Guided imagery is a process of guiding an individual or group through a process of creative visualization using the 6 senses to detail and vivify the experience. This helps to promote a desired physical, emotional or psychological outcome. Guided imagery is sometimes compared to focused daydreaming. Some guided imagery exercises lead you to imagine relaxing scenes that promote tranquility and stress reduction. Other guided imagery exercises stimulate complex images of your desired response or outcome, such as overcoming a disease, losing weight, quitting smoking, removing blocks to prosperity, bringing healing to relationships or feeling pain-free. A facilitator's voice can lead the guided imagery exercise, or you may build the image yourself. Many athletes, actors and presenters use this technique to visualize perfect execution prior to performing. Guided imagery is based on the concept that your body and mind are connected. Using all of your senses, your body seems to respond as though what you are imagining is real. An example often used is to imagine an orange or a lemon in great detail - the smell, the color and the texture of the peel. Continue to imagine the smell of the lemon and then see yourself taking a bite of the lemon and feel the juice squirting into your mouth. Many people salivate when they do this. This exercise demonstrates how your body can respond to what you are imagining.
Difference between Guided Imagery and Hypnosis
People often use the terms "guided imagery" and "hypnosis” interchangeably. These techniques engage the mind's capacity to calm, focus, concentrate and control our body functions, thoughts and actions. These concepts are similar; however, they do not have the same meaning. Guided imagery is a form of creative visualization, where a person is guided into a light state of trance to promote relaxation, stimulate creativity through the use of imagination, release stress and/or visualize a future event to enhance performance and success. Hypnosis is a heightened state of suggestibility induced by a deeper state of trance through a hypnotic induction and deepening techniques. During this deeper state of trance, the subject can access long-forgotten memories from the past as a means for releasing trauma, identifying the “root cause” of a current pattern or discomfort, building confidence or self-esteem and/or helping the subject to reach a new and more desirable response, feeling or behavior. The Miracle Center of California offers training and certification in Hypnosis, Guided Imagery, Hypnotherapy, Life Coaching, Sound Therapy and EFT with the Source TechniqueTM.
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WHAT IS GUIDED MEDITATION?
Guided meditation is when one person actively guides another into a state of relaxation and meditation through the use of visualizations and guided imagery. With guided meditation, you don’t have to ‘work’ to get into a deep state of meditation. All you have to do is listen and follow the instructions as they are given. Guided meditation requires that you use the power of your mind to visualize or imagine something that’s being described. Some people believe they cannot visualize, and this discourages them from trying a guided meditation. It’s important to realize that not everyone ’sees’ things when they visualize. Seeing, hearing and feeling are all valid ways of visualizing or imagining something. Every person uses each of these senses to a greater or lesser degree. The type of input that you respond to best is unique to you and is probably a combination of two or all three types of modalities: visual, auditory and kinesthetic.
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WHAT IS A HEALER?
A healer is someone who helps restore balance and wellness in others by addressing root causes of physical, emotional, or spiritual imbalances. In A Course in Miracles, healing is attained by accepting the Atonement, not by physical means, as physicality is a defining component of illusion. Therefore, a healer is one who facilitates the remembrance of the Truth that we are all One, and One with God.
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WHAT IS HOLISTIC HEALING?
Holistic Healing or "wholistic" healing addresses all parts of the individual, mind, body and spirit, not just the physical aspect of a person. Holistic healing is not intended to serve as a band-aid or a one-time fix. It is an ongoing journey of using natural and non-invasive methods and therapies, such as prayer, meditation, massage, exercise, yoga, acupuncture, acupressure, energy healing, The Source TechniqueTM, EFT, sound therapy, voice analysis, herbal supplements, homeopathy, chiropractic, nutrition, reiki, hydrotherapy, colonics, reflexology and many more, for the purpose of experiencing a consistent state of health, wholeness and well-being.
WHAT IS THE HOLY INSTANT?
The Holy Instant is the realization of the truth in all that you are in oneness with God; infinite love, peace, freedom, joy, holiness, innocence, and everlasting union with all that is, as experienced in the eternal moment of now. “The holy instant is the result of your determination to be holy. It is the answer. The desire and the willingness to let it come precede its coming. You prepare your mind for it only to the extent of recognizing that you want it above all else. It is not necessary that you do more; indeed, it is necessary that you realize that you cannot do more. Do not attempt to give the Holy Spirit what He does not ask, or you will add the ego to Him and confuse the two. He asks but little. It is He Who adds the greatness and the might. He joins with you to make the holy instant far greater than you can understand. It is your realization that you need do so little that enables Him to give so much.” ACIM Ch.18.IV.1
“The holy instant does not come from your little willingness alone. It is always the result of your small willingness combined with the unlimited power of God's Will. You have been wrong in thinking that it is needful to prepare yourself for Him. It is impossible to make arrogant preparations for holiness, and not believe that it is up to you to establish the conditions for peace. God has established them. They do not wait upon your willingness for what they are. Your willingness is needed only to make it possible to teach you what they are. If you maintain you are unworthy of learning this, you are interfering with the lesson by believing that you must make the learner different. You did not make the learner, nor can you make him different. Would you first make a miracle yourself, and then expect one to be made for you?” ACIM Ch.18.IV.4
“The Holy instant is a time in which you receive and give perfect communication. This means, however, that it is a time in which your mind is open, both to receive and give. It is the recognition that all minds are in communication. It therefore seeks to change nothing, but merely to accept everything.” ACIM Ch.15.IV.6.5
“The necessary condition for the holy instant does not require that you have no thoughts that are not pure. But it does require that you have none that you would keep.” ACIM Ch.IV.9.1
“Would you learn how perfect and immaculate is the holy altar on which your Father has placed Himself? This you will recognize in the holy instant, in which you willingly and gladly give over every plan but His. For there lies peace, perfectly clear because you have been willing to meet its conditions. You can claim the holy instant anytime and anywhere you want it.” ACIM Ch.15.IV.4.1
“This is my holy instant of release." Father, it is today that I am free, because my will is Yours. I thought to make another will. Yet nothing that I thought apart from You exists. And I am free because I was mistaken and did not affect my own reality at all by my illusions. Now I give them up, and lay them down before the feet of truth, to be removed forever from my mind. This is my holy instant of release. Father, I know my will is one with Yours. And so today we find our glad return to Heaven, which we never really left. The Son of God this day lays down his dreams. The Son of God this day comes home again, released from sin and clad in holiness, with his right mind restored to him at last.” ACIM Lesson 227.1-2
WHAT IS A HOLY RELATIONSHIP?
A holy relationship is one in which two people have been joined in a truly common purpose by the Holy Spirit. This purpose is shared and mutual and is the source of salvation. Holy relationships are not limited to romantic or intimate connections, but can also include peer relationships, psychotherapist/patient relationships, teacher/pupil relationships, and even relationship between people who pray together.
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WHAT IS THE HOLY SPIRIT?
“The Holy Spirit mediates between illusions and the truth. Since He must bridge the gap between reality and dreams, perception leads to knowledge through the grace that God has given Him, to be His gift to everyone who turns to Him for truth. Across the bridge that He provides are dreams all carried to the truth, to be dispelled before the light of knowledge... The Holy Spirit understands the means you made, by which you would attain what is forever unattainable. And if you offer them to Him, He will employ the means you made for exile to restore your mind to where it truly is at home.” ACIM WB.7.1-3, 3.2-3
“The Holy Spirit is the only part of the Holy Trinity that has a symbolic function. He is referred to as the Healer, the Comforter and the Guide. He is also described as something "separate," apart from the Father and from the Son. I myself said, ‘If I go I will send you another Comforter and he will abide with you.’ His symbolic function makes the Holy Spirit difficult to understand, because symbolism is open to different interpretations. As a man and also one of God's creations, my right thinking, which came from the Holy Spirit or the Universal Inspiration, taught me first and foremost that this Inspiration is for all. I could not have It myself without knowing this. The word ‘know’ is proper in this context, because the Holy Spirit is so close to knowledge that He calls it forth; or better, allows it to come. I have spoken before of the higher or ‘true’ perception, which is so near to truth that God Himself can flow across the little gap. Knowledge is always ready to flow everywhere, but it cannot oppose. Therefore, you can obstruct it, although you can never lose it.” ACIM Ch.5.I.4.
“The Holy Spirit is the Christ Mind which is aware of the knowledge that lies beyond perception... Before that there was no need for healing, for no one was comfortless. The Voice of the Holy Spirit is the Call to Atonement, or the restoration of the integrity of the mind... The Holy Spirit will remain with the Sons of God, to bless their creations and keep them in the light of joy.” ACIM Ch.5.I.5.
God honored even the miscreations of His children because they had made them. But He also blessed His children with a way of thinking that could raise their perceptions so high they could reach almost back to Him. The Holy Spirit is the Mind of the Atonement. He represents a state of mind close enough to One-mindedness that transfer to it is at last
possible. Perception is not knowledge, but it can be transferred to knowledge, or cross over into it. It might even be more helpful here to use the literal meaning of transferred or ‘carried over,’ since the last step is taken by God. ACIM Ch.5.I.6.
Accept your Father’s gift. It is a Call from Love to Love, that It be but Itself. The Holy Spirit is His gift, by which the quietness of heaven is restored to God’s beloved Son.” ACIM WB.7.5.1-3
WHAT IS HYPNOSIS?
Hypnosis is a state of heightened suggestibility and physical relaxation, accompanied and induced by mental concentration. The state of hypnosis can generally be achieved by anyone of normal intelligence and mental awareness over the age of 4 years old. Hypnosis is usually induced by a procedure known as a hypnotic induction, which is commonly composed of a series of preliminary instructions and suggestions. Hypnotic suggestions may be delivered by a qualified hypnotist in the presence of the subject, or may be self-administered through self-hypnosis or auto-suggestion. Contrary to popular misconception that hypnosis is a form of unconsciousness resembling sleep, contemporary research suggests that hypnotic subjects are fully awake and are focusing attention with a corresponding decrease in the peripheral awareness. Subjects also show an increased responsiveness to positive suggestions. In addition, psychiatric nurses in most medical facilities are allowed to administer hypnosis to patients in order to relieve symptoms such as anxiety, negative or uncontrollable behaviors and improve self-esteem and confidence. The words hypnosis and hypnotism were both derived from the term neuro-hypnotism coined by a Scottish surgeon James Braid around 1841.
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A Hypnosis Script (as in Hypnosis or Guided Imagery)
A customized collection of suggestions through the use of positive statements, affirmations and other reinforcing words used during the state of hypnosis. The script of suggestive language serves to “plant seeds” in the subconscious mind (following the induction when the mind is more receptive to suggestion) that help the hypnosis client to reach higher levels of happiness, health, abundance, well-being and/or create their desired outcome. The hypnosis script may also be used to anchor in a new form of thought, response or behavior, take the client backward or forward in time to release trauma or other negative images, reach higher states of consciousness and also to reach deeper states of meditation. The Miracle Center of California offers training and certification classes in Hypnosis and Guided Imagery where you can learn how to conduct a successful hypnosis session, perform age and/or past life regression and write a customized script for healing and transformation.
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WHAT IS HYPNOTHERAPY?
Hypnotherapy is the process of using hypnosis for the purpose of healing and transformation. Hypnotherapy is accomplished by inducing a subject into hypnosis or a state of trance, with their permission, to anchor and reinforce positive feelings and behaviors, such as confidence, self-esteem, personal-power, focus, clarity, drive, passion and other positive factors. Additionally, hypnotherapy can be used to access memories from the past for the purpose of emotionally moving beyond the negative aspects of the experience. Hypnotherapy can also be used to accelerate weight loss, habit cessation and enhance business and sports performance. Hypnotherapy is often applied to help modify a person’s attitudes and feelings, as well as addressing a wide range of conditions including dysfunctional habits, anxiety, food cravings, substance abuse, stress-related illness, pain management, insomnia, anger management, personal development and much more.
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WHAT IS AN ILLUSION?
Illusion can be defined as a misrepresentation of sensory stimulus, or an interpretation of something that contradicts the general agreement of that thing, like when a very hot road appears to be covered with water until you get closer and realize it is bone dry. The people around you would all agree that the road is dry, but you were sure it was wet only moments ago. Sometimes illusions can be intentionally created by magicians or artists, for example, to show how easily the mind can be confused, or tricked.
However, in A Course in Miracles, illusion is defined as everything you can see with your eyes. “The world you see is an illusion of a world. God did not create it, for what He creates must be eternal as Himself. Yet there is nothing in the world you see that will endure forever.” ACIM Ch. 4.1:1-3
“The one correction possible for false perception must be true perception. It will not endure. But for the time it lasts it comes to heal. For true perception is a remedy with many names. Forgiveness, salvation, Atonement, true perception, all are one. They are the one beginning, with the end to lead to Oneness far beyond themselves. True perception is the means by which the world is saved from sin, for sin does not exist. And it is this that true perception sees. ACIM Ch. 4.3:2-9
WHO IS JESUS CHRIST?
Also known as Jesus of Nazareth, Jesus is the central figure in Christianity, the world’s largest religion (30%). Most Christians believe that Jesus was born to the Virgin Mary in Bethlehem, around 4-6 BCE and raised in Nazareth. He was a poor Jewish carpenter who saw God in everyone. He became a dedicated preacher and leader who set about spreading the Word of God’s Love. Stories accumulated of miraculous acts, such as walking on water, healing the sick, and raising a man from the dead, thus a loyal following grew up around him. Many came to believe that He was the Messiah, or savior, that had been prophesied in the Old Testament and the Hebrew Bible. His exceptional life and teachings are documented in the Gospels of the New Testament, Matthew, Mark, Luke and John.
At around age 33, Jesus was accused of blasphemy, perjury and treason for challenging the authority of Roman rule with his teachings and was executed by crucifixion. It is widely believed that He died, was buried, rose from the dead on the third day (known as the Resurrection) and later ascended into Heaven. His death and resurrection are considered atonement for the sins of humanity, offering eternal life to believers and firmly establishing Him as the Son of God.
Jesus is widely considered to be the author of A Course in Miracles, though that is never explicitly stated in the text. Helen Schucman, who transcribed the Course, believed that the voice she heard every day for seven years was that of Jesus. Another way of looking at it is that Jesus stands as a symbol for anyone who has accepted the Atonement and fully identifies with the universal Oneness of God.
WHAT IS LIFE COACHING?
Life Coaching is practice that helps people identify and achieve personal goals. Life coaches help clients set and reach goals using a variety of customized tools and techniques, such as Psychology, Hypnotherapy, Mentoring, EFT with the Source TechniqueTM, Career Counseling, NLP and other types of counseling. The coaching process addresses specific personal goals, business endeavors, transitions, relationships or professional objectives by examining what is going on right now, discovering what your obstacles or challenges are and choosing a course of action to align your life with how you want it to be. The Miracle Center of California offers global training and certification in Life Coaching with emphasis in: Prosperity and Personal Power, Relationships (Professional, Personal & Intimate), Weight Loss, Health and Wellness, and Life Path and Spiritual Development.
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WHAT IS MEDITATION?
Meditation is a practice in which an individual trains and quiets the mind and/or induces a mode of consciousness to realize some benefit; although it can be said that mediation is a goal, in and of itself. The term meditation refers to a broad variety of practices and may be used for relaxation, stress relief, contemplation, getting closer to God, reflection, listening to Higher Consciousness, an act of devotion, connecting with spiritual guidance, building internal energy (chi, ki, prana, etc.), seeing past lives, taking astral journeys, entering a deep state of trance, and so forth, to more technical exercises targeted at developing compassion, love, patience, generosity, forgiveness and more far reaching goals, such as effortless sustained concentration. Meditations can be done self-guided, or they can be guided by another person.
Meditation is a practice in which an individual quiets the mind to induce a mode of consciousness to transcend the mind, thus reaching a deeper level of peace and a higher state of happiness and well-being. The term meditation refers to a broad variety of practices which range from techniques designed to promote relaxation, connect with spiritual guidance, build internal energy (chi, ki, prana, etc.), experience oneness with God, astral journeys, past lives, and more. Meditation may be used to heighten performance, move beyond pain, stress or anxiety, visualize a goal, deepen compassion, love, patience, generosity, forgiveness and effortless sustained concentration. Meditations can be done internally or guided.
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Meditation Techniques
Just as sports exercise the body's muscles, meditation techniques exercise and relax the mind. Meditation trains the mind to concentrate and be mindful of the present. To build concentration during each session, you focus on your breath, or on an object, sound, word, movement, statement, or mantra. This level of focus can be more difficult than it sounds. Each time you lose focus, however, you learn another key meditation concept—forgiveness of the past and mindfulness of the present. Instead of getting frustrated or worrying that you may lose focus again, you learn to refocus on the present meditative practice. The more you practice meditation techniques, the more naturally you'll apply this type of concentration to your everyday life. You may develop a "beginner's mind"— a mind that lives in the present moment.
If you're new to meditation techniques, try starting out with basic methods, such as concentrating on your breath. You can practice many of these meditation techniques individually, or through group or guided meditation wherever and whenever you need to calm your mind.Meditation techniques exercise and quiet the mind just as sports exercise the body's muscles. The practice of meditation frees the mind to concentrate and be mindful of the present. To deepen your meditative experience, you will learn to focus on your breath, or on an object, a sound, light, word, movement, statement or mantra. The more you practice meditation, the more you’ll gain the benefits in your everyday life. If you're new to meditation techniques, try starting out with basic methods, such as closing your eyes, quieting your mind and concentrating on your breath. You can practice many of these meditation techniques individually or through a group guided meditation.
WHAT IS A MIRACLE?
A miracle can be defined as a welcome and extraordinary event that cannot be explained in natural or scientific terms and is therefore considered to emanate from a divine source. In A Course in Miracles, the term has many specific definitions. In fact, the first part of chapter one is devoted entirely to these meanings. But, put succinctly, a miracle is a shift in perception from fear to love, or the correction of a misperception or an illusion. At the core, this is not about physical manifestations or supernatural events but rather a change of mindset and perspective. Miracles allow us to let go of judgments and grievances and open ourselves to the experience of peace. Miracles heal relationships with ourselves, others, and the world around us and can actually help us undo illusions created by the ego and reveal the truth of our divine nature and Oneness with God.
WHAT IS MUSCLE-TESTING?
Muscle testing is based on the concept of internal energy fundamental to traditional Chinese medicine. Muscle testing is a noninvasive way of evaluating the body’s imbalances and assessing its needs. It involves testing the body’s responses when applying slight pressure to a large muscle to provide information on energy blockages and the proper functioning of the organs, nutritional deficiencies, food sensitivities and subconscious beliefs among other things. It can also be used to test the body’s responses to herbs, suggestions, new ideas and other remedies.
In a typical example of muscle testing, you are asked to hold an item, such as and an herb or supplement, to determine if you are compatible with that item. You extend your arm out in front of you or off to the side and you are asked to keep it straight. The practitioner gently presses down on your arm and the opposite shoulder with equal pressure (to facilitate balance).If the herb or supplement is something needed and/or compatible with your system, you’ll be able to resist the downward pressure and hold your arm rigid. If not, you will feel less resistance and a weaker sensation in your arm as it is depressed.
The same procedure can be used to determine how often you should take each herb and how much each time. It can also be used to test the body’s responses to foods (for allergies), thoughts, hidden beliefs, sounds, colors, emotions and more.
WHAT ARE NON-INVASIVE TECHNIQUES?
Non-invasive techniques are healing procedures that do not involve breaking the skin or inserting instruments into the body. Examples of non-invasive techniques are eye exams, x-rays, ultrasounds, CT scans and MRIs, as well as chiropractic adjustments, radiotherapy, physical therapy, massages, talk therapy, hypnotherapy, EFT tapping and even prayer.
WHAT IS PAST-LIFE REGRESSION?
Regression is a hypnosis technique utilized by hypnotherapists to help patients remember the perceptions and feelings caused by past events that have an effect on their present state or condition. Hypnotic age regression occurs when a person is hypnotized and is instructed to recall a past event or “regress” to an earlier age. The client or patient may then proceed to recall or re-live events in his or her life. If the hypnotherapist suggests to the patient that they are a certain age, the patient may begin to talk, act and think according to that age while in hypnosis. This allows the client or patient to more easily release from painful, stressful or traumatic memories from the past and respond to their current situation more positively with new information and insight. A seasoned hypnotherapist can regress a patient as far back as is needed in order to facilitate release from any negative memories and/or past influences.
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WHAT IS PEACE?
“God's peace is recognized at first by just one thing; in every way it is totally unlike all previous experiences. It calls to mind nothing that went before. It brings with it no past associations.” ACIM TM.20.2.2
I want the peace of God. “To say these words is nothing. But to mean these words is everything. If you could but mean them for just an instant, there would be no further sorrow possible for you in any form; in any place or time. Heaven would be completely given back to full awareness, memory of God entirely restored, the resurrection of all creation fully recognized. No one can mean these words and not be healed. He cannot play with dreams, nor think he is himself a dream. He cannot make a hell and think it real. He wants the peace of God, and it is given him. For that is all he wants, and that is all he will receive. Many have said these words. But few indeed have meant them. You have but to look upon the world you see around you to be sure how very few they are. The world would be completely changed, should any two agree these words express the only thing they want.” ACIM WB 185.1-2
WHAT IS PRAYER?
“Prayer is the greatest gift with which God blessed His Son at his creation. It was then what it is to become; the single voice Creator and creation share; the song the Song sings to the Father, Who returns the thanks it offers Him unto the Son. To you who are in time a little while, prayer takes the form that best will suit your need. You have but one. What God created one must recognize its oneness and rejoice that what illusions seemed to separate is one forever in the Mind of God. Prayer now must be the means by which God’s Son leaves separate goals and separate interests by and turns in holy gladness to the truth of union in his Father and himself. Prayer will sustain you now and bless you as you lift your heart to Him in rising song that reaches higher and then higher still, until both high and low have disappeared. Faith in your goal will grow and hold you up as you ascend the shining stairway to the lawns of Heaven and the gate of peace. For this is prayer, and here salvation is. This is the way. It is God’s gift to you.
Prayer is a way offered by the Holy Spirit to reach God. It is not merely a question or an entreaty. It cannot succeed until you realize that is asks for nothing. True prayer must avoid the pitfall of asking to entreat. Ask, rather, to receive what is already given; to accept what is already there. You have been told to ask the Holy Spirit for the answer to any specific problem, and that you will receive a specific answer if such is your need... There are decisions to make here, and they must be made whether they be illusions or not. You cannot be asked to accept answers which are beyond the level of need that you can recognize. Therefore, it is not the form of the question that matters, nor how is it asked. The form of the answer, if given by God, will suit your need as you see it.
Secret of True Prayer
The secret of true prayer is to forget the things you think you need. To ask for the specific is much the same as to look on sin and then forgive it. Also in the same way, in prayer you overlook your specific needs as you see them, and let them go into God’s Hands. There they become your gifts to Him, for they tell Him that you would have no gods before Him; no love but His. Prayer is a stepping aside; a letting go, a quiet time of listening and loving. It should not be confused with supplication of any kind, because it is a way of remembering your holiness.” These are excerpts from the A Course in Miracles Supplement called “Song of Prayer” in section 1.
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WHAT IS PROJECTION?
Projection is a common mental defense mechanism (introduced by Sigmund Freud) where people unconsciously project their own thoughts, feelings, or undesirable traits outside of themselves. Displacing difficult feelings onto other people, animals, or objects is a way to cope with, or process, overwhelming, high-stress situations. Basically, seeing negative characteristics in others helps us avoid confronting them within ourselves.
WHAT IS REGRESSION?
Regression is a mental defense mechanism in which people revert to behaviors or thought patterns from earlier stages of development, to find temporary relief from overwhelming situations in the present. It can be a healthy or unhealthy response, depending on the situation. Spontaneous regression can signify unresolved conflicts or unmet needs from earlier stages. A well-trained therapist can utilize intentional regression to help people resolve these conflicts and develop healthier coping skills and better navigate current challenges.
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WHAT IS REIKI?
Reiki (pronounced ray-key) means "Universal Life Energy" in Japanese. Reiki Practitioners are trained to detect and alleviate problems of energy flow on the physical, emotional and spiritual level. Reiki touch therapy is used in much the same way to achieve similar effects that traditional massage therapy is used, to relieve stress and pain, and to improve the symptoms of various health conditions. During a Reiki session, the Reiki Practitioner places their hands above the recipient, and the recipient draws the energy, as needed. The recipient plays an active role in the process. Reiki is believed to have begun in Tibet several thousand years ago.
WHAT IS RELAXATION?
Relaxation can be experienced by practicing relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, meditation, guided imagery, hypnosis, EFT with the Source TechniqueTM, rhythmic exercise, Pilates and yoga. Making room for these activities in your life can help reduce everyday stress, boosting your energy and mood.
WHAT IS RESOURCING?
Resourcing is defined as the process of providing a person or organization with the materials, money, skills, workers, etc. required to do a particular job or operate effectively. In A Course in Miracles, resourcing refers to the practice of using the teachings in the Course to bring about peace through personal healing and transformation. Applying the principles of ACIM in daily life creates a loving and harmonious environment. This process is aided and accelerated by the use of resources such as books, audios, videos, and online courses that provide guidance and support for understanding and assimilating the teachings. Our EFT with the Source TechniqueTM Beg-Mastery Training Course teaches you how to resource the hidden root causes of a problem or issue. See options below:
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WHAT IS SELF-HYPNOSIS?
Self-hypnosis helps you reach a heightened state of focus with a sense of calming peace, making your mind more receptive to positive suggestions. During the hypnotic state, you can repeat a positive word or statement geared toward changing a specific behavior, habit, thought or state of being. Because the mind is more receptive in this state, you'll experience a deeper realization of the suggestion. Ideally, with repetitive self-hypnosis practice, the positive suggestions will remain with you, becoming deeply anchored in your mind, positively impacting your daily habits and choices.
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WHAT IS SOUND THERAPY?
Sound Therapy is a form of music therapy or vibrational therapy for treating physical and emotional challenges. In general, this therapy is based on the theory that all of life vibrates, including the human body. The human body has seven primary energy centers called "Chakras" and each energy center has a unique function or role to play: emotional, physical and spiritual. These energy centers are activated through sound, light and color, yet most significantly through the vibration of your speaking voice and also through the speaking voice of others.
With the assistance of a Certified Sound Therapy and Voice Analysis Practitioner from The Miracle Center of California, your voice can be analyzed to determine which of the 12 tones you are using within your speaking voice and which ones you are not. You might imagine that the human body is like a 12-string guitar in terms of frequency and with your speaking voice, you may be activating or using only 7 or 8 of the 12 available strings. The remaining strings can be easily activated by listening or sleeping to a Sound Therapy CD on low volume for a consistent period. Once your under-active and/or over-active frequencies are identified, Sound Therapy is used to activate and restore the frequencies to a more balanced and consistent level of vibration. When all 12 tones in the musical scale are vibrating within your energy field (with some level of consistency), most users of report a greater feeling of balance, circulation, energy, greater ability to create and manifest, heightened feelings of connectedness, confidence, focus, vitality and more. The 12 tones are: C, C#, D, D#, E, F, F#, G, G#, A, Bb & B. This noninvasive modality is safe for all age groups including children and seniors. Sound Therapy is a training and certification program offered by The Miracle Center of California.
How do I Become a Sound Therapy Practitioner?
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WHAT IS THE SOURCE TECHNIQUETM?
The Source TechniqueTM by Robin Duncan is a proprietary technique comprised of several structured process for quickly identifying the hidden root cause of an emotional or physical pain, in order to effectively release its influence. Until the hidden root cause of a problem or challenge is identified and neutralized, the problem is likely to persist or return in another form or ailment. This technique is proven to be successful in identifying the hidden root cause in a wide range of physical and emotional challenges.
Example: It is unlikely that a person will lose weight permanently until all of their “hidden emotional reasons” for carrying the weight have been identified and neutralized. Similarly, it is unlikely that a person will quit smoking easily until all of their hidden stressors and reasons for smoking have been identified and neutralized. The Source TechniqueTM is an excellent tool to combine with EFT – Emotional Freedom Techniques, during Hypnosis, or in a counseling session to quickly get to the root cause of the problem and accelerate the healing process. This technique is highly beneficial for anyone who wants to reduce stress and move towards a higher experience of comfort, peace and well-being. It is an essential tool for every healthcare professional including: Licensed Therapists, Nurses, Physician Assistants, Chiropractors, Hypnotherapists, Life Coaches, Social Workers and others in the field of holistic healthcare.
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WHAT IS A SPIRITUAL COUNSELOR?
A spiritual counselor is a professional who helps individuals explore their spirituality, find meaning and purpose, and navigate personal challenges through a spiritual lens, such as the teachings from A Course in Miracles. Unlike traditional therapists, they focus on the connection between mind, body, and spirit, offering a safe, non-judgmental space for spiritual reflection and growth. Spiritual counselors help clients connect with their inner selves, overcome challenges, and live with greater clarity and purpose by blending spiritual insight with emotional support.
Types of Spiritual Counselors
Spiritual counselors come from various backgrounds, including:
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Religious Leaders – Clergy who integrate faith-based teachings into their guidance
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Licensed Therapists – Mental health professionals who incorporate spiritual elements
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Holistic Practitioners – Counselors who use alternative approaches like meditation or energy work
Benefits of Spiritual Counseling
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Personal Growth – Encourages self-awareness and alignment with personal values
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Emotional Healing – Addresses spiritual roots of emotional distress
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Life Navigation – Offers tools to cope with grief, trauma, and transitions
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Deeper Purpose – Helps individuals discover meaning and direction in life
Qualifications
While the title isn’t strictly regulated, many spiritual counselors hold advanced degrees in counseling or psychology and may pursue additional certification in spiritual guidance.
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WHAT IS SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT?
Spiritual development is the process of discovering your inner self and deepening your connection with the universe. It involves personal growth, self-awareness, and the clarification of your beliefs and values. This journey can include solitary practices such as meditation, mindfulness, and self-reflection, as well as support from spiritual mentors or counselors, all of which lead to a greater understanding and increased awareness of yourself, and a greater sense of connection to a higher power or universal presence. In a Christian context, spiritual development is viewed as a process of growth in Christ toward spiritual maturity. Ultimately, it is a lifelong process that encompasses both personal and spiritual evolution.
In A Course in Miracles, spiritual development is not merely about achieving a higher state of consciousness but also about perceiving the universe holistically and addressing all parts of the individual - body, mind and spirit. The core teachings of ACIM, including forgiveness, grace, and understanding the nature of the ego, invite individuals to face their fears, release grievances, and let go of the false identities they have constructed that stand in the way of a deeper connection with their authentic self and the divine. The Course teaches that the physical world, including the body, is an illusion, and that true spiritual transformation comes about through transcending the material realm and embracing a deeper understanding of existence. In other words, finding a path toward peace.
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WHAT IS SPIRITUAL LIFE COACHING?
Spiritual life coaching is a form of guidance that helps individuals connect with their inner self, higher power (if they believe in one), or deeper life purpose. Unlike traditional life coaching—which focuses on setting and achieving external goals—spiritual life coaching delves into personal values, beliefs, meaning, and the inner journey.
Key Aspects of Spiritual Life Coaching:
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Purpose & Meaning: Helps clients explore why they are here and what gives their life true meaning.
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Inner Guidance: Encourages trust in intuition, inner wisdom, or divine guidance rather than just logic.
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Mind-Body-Spirit Connection: Addresses the whole person—not just goals, but also emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being.
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Energy & Vibration: Some spiritual coaches incorporate concepts like energy healing, chakras, or raising one’s vibration.
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Spiritual Tools: May include meditation, mindfulness, prayer, journaling, visualization, breathwork, or tarot/oracle cards.
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Letting Go of Limiting Beliefs: Focus on healing past wounds, removing inner blocks, and shifting into a more empowered mindset.
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Not Tied to Religion (Usually): While it can include religious aspects if the client wants, spiritual coaching is often non-denominational or interfaith.
Who Might Work with a Spiritual Life Coach?
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People feeling lost, disconnected from God/Source, unsupported, alone, or unfulfilled
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Those going through a life transition (e.g., divorce, career change, grief, etc.)
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Anyone wanting to deepen their spiritual practice or explore their soul’s purpose Individuals seeking inner peace, clarity, or alignment
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Those seeking greater harmony and healing in relationships Individuals dealing with illness, pain, stress, anxiety, depression or other forms of discomfort
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People who are experiencing grief, shame, fear, anger, resentment, frustration, or self-doubt
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WHAT IS A SPIRITUAL MENTOR?
A spiritual mentor is someone who offers guidance and support to others as they progress along their spiritual journey. They may focus on spiritual health, specific practices and personal values, and provide safe, non-judgmental space for reflection and exploration of spiritual concepts. Spiritual mentors assist others to gain deeper self-awareness and face life’s challenges by incorporating spiritual practices like meditation, mindfulness, study and prayer. Through their insight & wisdom spiritual mentors help individuals or groups foster personal growth and deepen spiritual understanding.
A spiritual mentor is similar to a spiritual counselor but often works in a more holistic, informal, less structured setting. A mentor may not have the formal training or certifications of a counselor, but rather offer guidance and support based on personal study and life experience.
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WHAT IS THE SUB-CONSCIOUS MIND?
The sub-conscious mind is the part of the mind that acts like a database or reservoir of thoughts, feelings and experiences from the past. Everything you think or experience is captured in this database, though many times, the information is not readily remembered. Through the process of hypnosis, the Source TechniqueTM, guided imagery, regression and/or meditation, you can quiet the conscious mind and access this information from the sub-conscious mind, in order to neutralize the negative emotional charges from the past. This is especially helpful when the individual is acting or behaving in a defense mode due to a past trauma or event. If you have been through a challenging experience that caused distress in the past, this memory is stored in the subconscious mind, and you are likely to spend your life trying to keep it from happening again until it is neutralized. This defense mechanism can easily block you from moving forward in life and can also become a detriment to your health and well-being.
Example: Let’s say you were attacked when you were 15 years old. You survived the event but now, without realizing it, you live your life worrying about when or if it will happen again. This becomes a problem overtime because you will spend less time fully living your life and more time worrying about what will happen. With techniques such as Hypnosis and EFT with the Source TechniqueTM, you can:
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Rapidly identify the hidden causal events and then quickly neutralize them, such that they are no longer a problem.
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Rapidly identify and neutralize trauma and emotional pain from past experiences.
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WHAT IS A TITHE?
The word tithe means tenth, from the Old English word, teogotha. In biblical terms, tithing is the practice of donating the first 10% of income or resources to support the church or religious community. It is mentioned throughout both the Old and New Testaments, and was considered by many as a type of tax, as Israelites were required to give 10% of their crops and livestock to the temple.
Many thought leaders in today’s world encourage tithing joyfully, willingly, and in accordance with circumstance as an energetic practice that calls forth generosity, demonstrates gratitude and trust in God, and ensures the continuous flow of physical energy in a mutually beneficial relationship with the universe. Some believe that a tithe is always returned to the giver tenfold and that tithing is a sure way to generate never ending prosperity. However, giving to get something in return is not energetically the same as giving freely to benefit others. One is transactional and the other demonstrates gratitude for what God provides and is an exercise in faith that He will continue to do so.
Even scientists agree that tithing can be beneficial, if done in a spirit of generosity and gratitude. Studies show that the act of giving (voluntarily) releases chemicals such as dopamine and oxytocin, known as “feel-good” hormones. These chemicals not only make us feel happier but also help reduce levels of stress and anxiety.
WHAT IS TRANSCENDENTAL MEDITATION?
Transcendental Meditation (TM) is a profound, simple, natural and effortless meditation technique that allows the thinking levels of mind to settle down and become quiet so that one can experience the source of thought, the unified field of consciousness or pure consciousness, that is within everyone. TM has been around for thousands of years, but most recently came into Western consciousness via Maharishi Mahesh Yogi who began teaching it widely in the 1950s. It is done with eyes closed, sitting comfortably in silence, and repeating a personal mantra. It requires no philosophy, no lifestyle change, and no belief system in order to be of benefit.
Transcendental Meditation brings about a state of restful alertness of the body that is in many ways deeper than the deepest part of sound sleep. Hundreds of published studies agree that practicing Transcendental Meditation for 20 minutes twice a day strengthens the connections between parts of the brain that improve executive functioning, reduces tension, anxiety, cortisol (stress hormone) levels, and blood pressure, and increases serotonin (happiness hormone) and prolactin (well-being hormone) levels, resulting in reduced heart attack risk, reduced symptoms in disorders such as depression, bipolar, and PTSD, along with many other clear and reproducible benefits.
WHAT IS THE TRUTH?
The definition of truth is ‘the quality or state of being true’ or ‘that which is true or in accordance with fact or reality’. It speaks of things which are verifiable by the five senses. However, there are things considered true by many that not everyone can agree on. Some things become true or untrue based on individual perspective. That is, they are changeable. In A Course in Miracles, truth is wholly unchangeable. Truth (with a capital T) is only what God created; all that is real - the five senses being a part of the Illusion of separateness.
What is the Truth?
▪ You are the Holy Child of God; the Creator of All in All
▪ You are one with God, Eternal Spirit
▪ You are Free of All Limits
▪ You are Pure Love
▪ You are Healed, Whole, Happy and Blessed
▪ It is God’s Will that you have everything
▪ It is God’s Will that you know His Love in every aspect of your life
▪ Truth has no opposite
▪ Only the Truth is true
WHAT IS VOICE ANALYSIS?
Voice Analysis is a process where your speaking voice is analyzed with a tuning device to determine which “tones” you are broadcasting with your speaking voice and which ones you are not. There are 12 tones in the musical scale and as you use your normal speaking voice, you are broadcasting a variety of these tones with your speaking voice. The tones are: C, C#, D, D#, E,F, F#, G, G#, A, Bb & B. Every time you use any one of these tones with your speaking voice, you are creating a vibrational activation to occur within your physical body. Each one of the 12 tones has a job to do, emotionally, physically and spiritually.
Generally, we find that each person has certain tones that are under-active within their speaking voice and other tones that are over-active. This is quite normal due to our day-to-day experience of slower vibrating frequencies such as: stress, anxiety, sadness, anger and other negative emotions. If you experience negative emotions over a prolonged period of time (without processing them) then they sit in your body’s energetic field and form density. This results in slowing down the energetic frequencies of the Chakras, making it harder for these energy centers to process feelings and emotions as they occur. If you ever notice yourself becoming overly upset from something minor, this is a likely result of a tonal or chakra imbalance. Once the frequencies you are broadcasting (or NOT broadcasting, as the case may be) through your speaking voice are identified, you can then use Sound Therapy (i.e., sound toning to either release blocked energy or restore inactive frequencies) to clear and balance the body’s energy field.
Voice charts are as unique as fingerprints. There is no one perfect chart. At different times in our lives, we focus on different areas (i.e., career, relationship, spiritual growth, health, fitness, etc.) Our voice is a blueprint of our soul and will reflect that focus. When one of the 12 tones is completely missing from your voice chart or is very overactive, you will experience effects from this on many levels. While we cannot expect to be perfectly balanced (tonally) at all times, we can come closer to a balanced state of being, allowing our body’s energy centers or chakras to function more efficiently. This balanced state of being, when experienced, is noticeable, resulting in greater feelings of groundedness, personal power, creativity, gross circulation, calmness, prosperity, libido, energy, love, ease in communication, intuition and/or spiritual connectedness (depending on the area of activation).
How Do I Purchase a Customized Sound Therapy Voice Chart?
During a Voice Charting session, a qualified Sound Therapy Practitioner will chart your vocal tones and identify which tones are over-active and which tones are under-active in your speaking voice. From this analysis, we are able to determine a proper Sound Therapy Music recommendation for optimal use in your home or office. Voice Charting Sessions may be accomplished by phone or zoom.
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