Ancient Wisdom for A New Age- A Practical Guide for Spiritual Growth

About this event

We will discuss Chapter 10-- Thought Control from Ancient Wisdom for a New Age by Terry Hunt and Paul Benedict.

We meet in the conference room at Pyle Adult Recreation Center

ONLINE OPTION Thought Control Saturday, November 7 · 1:00 – 2:45 pm Time zone: America/Phoenix Google Meet joining info Video call link: Thought Control

Chapter 10 -- THOUGHT CONTROL

Thoughts Three Spiritual Practices Meditation Controlling the Monkey Mind Raja Yoga Schools of Yoga Kundalini Yoga Your Sacred Space The States of Consciousness

Questions for contemplation and discussion:

1. Can animals think? Can they express emotions? Give some concrete examples to justify your answers.

2. What is meant by the term "Universal Mind"?

3. Do you agree that thought does not originate in the physical brain? Why or why not?

4. How would you describe the two different levels of mental activity?

5. What is pralaya? Does thought exist during a period of pralaya?

6. What is an affirmation, and how does it work?

7. Why is it so important to have a few hours of quiet time before falling asleep?

8. What are the three spiritual practices essential to any student on the path?

9. What is the goal of meditation?

10. Explain why water is such an apt symbol for the astral realm and give an example to demonstrate it.

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