Full Set of Mandala Essences
Throne—The hills of Pharping, south-west of the Kathmandu valley
-seeing clearly and then acting in a practical way, penetrating discernment
- feeling secure we are and able to act spontaneously with openness, honesty
and compassion.
- there is the ability to understand the consequence of our actions across time and space.
- seeing the true nature of reality we are able to act effectively in all situations without doubts and be of maximum benefit to all around us.
Omphalos— Swayambunath, stupa west of Kathmandu.
- joy and exuberance as a true link to the energy of Earth is made.
- the strength of life energy invigorating all actions in balance with Nature
- communication skills, relating honestly and powerfully with others
- fully grounded and present
- increased depth of perception that bridges all aspects of the physical and spiritual
Weave—Milarepa’s cave
- ability to let go of the past, to change, to transform
- pleasure in being part of nature, happy to follow one’s own ideas
- integrates past and future creating security and balance
- a flow of balanced internal communication that allows us to
discover where we need to be to fulfil our true wishes
- false personality structures dissolve
Flow—Yholmo, a small temple and chörten
- creativity and its tangible expression
- working with natural and cosmic law to mould a harmonious environment
- awareness of the inter-relation and reciprocity of all things in creation
- discovering valid, practical ways to remove obstacles
- easy combination of passionate emotions to develop a creative, inventive and
uniquely practical art of living
- the ability to interact with our surroundings in a vital manner
- depth of perception, to see the flow of interaction in all aspects of where one is
Breakthrough—The high Himalayan forest on the upper
slopes of Yholmo
- dynamic motivation that arises from the core of one’s being infusing
every aspect of life
- breaks down false restrictions and limitations
- manipulation of creative power to remove obstacles
- everything is possible (the “impossible” becomes a real option)
- synchronisation of personal power at all levels
- broadening of imagination and perception
Immanence—Stupa at Boudhanath
- energising at every level, supporting the individual’s life force
- allows the absorption of those qualities that are needed top become
balanced
- increases wisdom, clams emotions and integrates the self
- protection from all types of disruptive or harmful energies
- allows the vastness of creation and the immanence of the Divine to be
felt as a personal support
- access to the compassionate energy of all enlightened beings everywhere
Web –T he Himalayan forests
- integration of information from different systems within the whole
- understanding the energetic quality of the environment, the ecology,
within which one exists
- understanding how patterns are mirrored through the macrocosm and
microcosm; internal and external
- comprehending one’s place in the ebb and flow of life, which in turn
gives a new sense of freedom and perspective
Readjustment—Shesh Narayana– the energy of water and rock and the “nagas” - earth and water spirits
- teaches us the source of our strengths, where our abundance arises,
where our life-energy comes from
- establishes a sense of physical solidity, stability, strength and security
- allows the development of clearer perceptions of oneself and one’s goals
- ability to withstand inappropriate, damaging pressures from outside
- standing up for oneself as an equal part of creation
Respite—Bhaskaraka, small village and temple in Yholmo
- awareness of being surrounded by the contented richness of nature,
- happiness within oneself, relaxation and generosity of spirit
- experience of peace , access and awareness of the means to develop
personal power
- understanding the purpose and function of knowledge and ideas that
arise inside you:
- knowing what spiritual practices are most appropriate for you at any given time
Haven—Godavari, a spring on the far edge of the Kathmandu valley
- understanding what it is to be human
- relaxing and soothing the mind and emotions
- expansion of the ability to share with others
- room to breathe
- healing on deep levels, purifying negativity from the self-image
Guidance—The shrine at Pharping, containing a small self-arising Tara
- balancing moods with an increase in sense of warmth and comfort: relaxation
- mental sharpness and clarity increase with the ability to apply discrimination to all
aspects of wisdom and will
- perception of where one’s personal path is leading; a sense of direction, guidance
- ability to see levels of Truth and Reality that help clarify one’s determination to
succeed
Threshold—Pushpatinath, on the banks of the River Bagmati
- accepting and understanding the cycles of time and the inevitability of beginnings
and endings
- understanding the continuity of existence
- ability to comfortably move between different states of consciousness and realities
- strengthening of personal life-energy and life- force to be able to let go of certainties
- courage to let go and start again
Expanse—High Himalayas
- clarity and unlimited breadth of perception
- seeing things in a new light
- an expansion of the feeling of connectedness
- freedom, clarity, sense of direction and growth
- a feeling of protection and the strength to balance polarities
Full Set of Mandala Essences
Throne—The hills of Pharping, south-west of the Kathmandu valley
-seeing clearly and then acting in a practical way, penetrating discernment
- feeling secure we are and able to act spontaneously with openness, honesty
and compassion.
- there is the ability to understand the consequence of our actions across time and space.
- seeing the true nature of reality we are able to act effectively in all situations without doubts and be of maximum benefit to all around us.
Omphalos— Swayambunath, stupa west of Kathmandu.
- joy and exuberance as a true link to the energy of Earth is made.
- the strength of life energy invigorating all actions in balance with Nature
- communication skills, relating honestly and powerfully with others
- fully grounded and present
- increased depth of perception that bridges all aspects of the physical and spiritual
Weave—Milarepa’s cave
- ability to let go of the past, to change, to transform
- pleasure in being part of nature, happy to follow one’s own ideas
- integrates past and future creating security and balance
- a flow of balanced internal communication that allows us to
discover where we need to be to fulfil our true wishes
- false personality structures dissolve
Flow—Yholmo, a small temple and chörten
- creativity and its tangible expression
- working with natural and cosmic law to mould a harmonious environment
- awareness of the inter-relation and reciprocity of all things in creation
- discovering valid, practical ways to remove obstacles
- easy combination of passionate emotions to develop a creative, inventive and
uniquely practical art of living
- the ability to interact with our surroundings in a vital manner
- depth of perception, to see the flow of interaction in all aspects of where one is
Breakthrough—The high Himalayan forest on the upper
slopes of Yholmo
- dynamic motivation that arises from the core of one’s being infusing
every aspect of life
- breaks down false restrictions and limitations
- manipulation of creative power to remove obstacles
- everything is possible (the “impossible” becomes a real option)
- synchronisation of personal power at all levels
- broadening of imagination and perception
Immanence—Stupa at Boudhanath
- energising at every level, supporting the individual’s life force
- allows the absorption of those qualities that are needed top become
balanced
- increases wisdom, clams emotions and integrates the self
- protection from all types of disruptive or harmful energies
- allows the vastness of creation and the immanence of the Divine to be
felt as a personal support
- access to the compassionate energy of all enlightened beings everywhere
Web –T he Himalayan forests
- integration of information from different systems within the whole
- understanding the energetic quality of the environment, the ecology,
within which one exists
- understanding how patterns are mirrored through the macrocosm and
microcosm; internal and external
- comprehending one’s place in the ebb and flow of life, which in turn
gives a new sense of freedom and perspective
Readjustment—Shesh Narayana– the energy of water and rock and the “nagas” - earth and water spirits
- teaches us the source of our strengths, where our abundance arises,
where our life-energy comes from
- establishes a sense of physical solidity, stability, strength and security
- allows the development of clearer perceptions of oneself and one’s goals
- ability to withstand inappropriate, damaging pressures from outside
- standing up for oneself as an equal part of creation
Respite—Bhaskaraka, small village and temple in Yholmo
- awareness of being surrounded by the contented richness of nature,
- happiness within oneself, relaxation and generosity of spirit
- experience of peace , access and awareness of the means to develop
personal power
- understanding the purpose and function of knowledge and ideas that
arise inside you:
- knowing what spiritual practices are most appropriate for you at any given time
Haven—Godavari, a spring on the far edge of the Kathmandu valley
- understanding what it is to be human
- relaxing and soothing the mind and emotions
- expansion of the ability to share with others
- room to breathe
- healing on deep levels, purifying negativity from the self-image
Guidance—The shrine at Pharping, containing a small self-arising Tara
- balancing moods with an increase in sense of warmth and comfort: relaxation
- mental sharpness and clarity increase with the ability to apply discrimination to all
aspects of wisdom and will
- perception of where one’s personal path is leading; a sense of direction, guidance
- ability to see levels of Truth and Reality that help clarify one’s determination to
succeed
Threshold—Pushpatinath, on the banks of the River Bagmati
- accepting and understanding the cycles of time and the inevitability of beginnings
and endings
- understanding the continuity of existence
- ability to comfortably move between different states of consciousness and realities
- strengthening of personal life-energy and life- force to be able to let go of certainties
- courage to let go and start again
Expanse—High Himalayas
- clarity and unlimited breadth of perception
- seeing things in a new light
- an expansion of the feeling of connectedness
- freedom, clarity, sense of direction and growth
- a feeling of protection and the strength to balance polarities
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