Understanding Yourself: A Spiritual Approach to Self-Discovery and Soul-Awareness

The dark side. The synthetic self. The not-self. The Gnostics called it the counterfeiting spirit and the Theosophists called it the 'dweller-on-the-threshold'. There exists within all of us a collective consciousness of all our misdeeds, momentums of many lifetimes, which emerges as a pseudo-identity that wields human power and causes us to do those things we so often regret. The encounter with the enemy within has been vividly portrayed in classic works of literature such as Sir Bulwer-Lytton's Zanoni , Mary Shelley's Frankenstein , Robert Louis Stevenson's Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde and in modern movie masterpieces such as Star Wars . From time to time, we contact the tip of the iceberg in our tendency to fear, to be jealous or to get angry and we see those who have become one with their dweller committing rape and mass murder. Download free chapter

Mystics are those who seek a direct experience of the Presence of God. Mysticism is not exclusive to Christianity. It is the vital, animating element at the heart of every religion. The spiritual marriage, the mystics tell us, is not merely a conforming to the ways and will of God but a total transforming of the soul into God. And this is the heart of the teaching that you only whisper: The soul that is transformed into God is God. Download free chapter

As parents, we care about our children’s well-being. We yearn to help our children develop full and meaningful lives, and we seek to create a family life that nourishes the heart and soul of each one. How can we do this? How can we develop and maintain that spark of love and joy that enriches relationships and deepens each one’s spirituality? The Gift of the Violet Flame is an inspirational book to help parents teach spirituality using bonding activities using the violet flame. The violet flame is an uplifting spiritual energy that can improve your family life. The teachings and activities in this book assist in deepening each family member’s connection with loved ones and with their Higher Self. The violet flame will embrace your family in a sense of spiritual oneness. Cultivate joy and peace in your family life through giving violet-flame mantras and prayers. Engage your family members in fun, interactive activities that are simple to prepare.