Each time I see a new mandala artist's link, I am deeply reminded of divine mystery expressing through the individual and linking us all together in the Great Mandala.
The following links are not directly related to mandalas. However, each one has been a source of spiritual inspiration and comfort for me. As such, they have also contributed to my ability to create mandalas, the quality of my art, counseling practice and philosophy of life. They come from a variety of traditions, and yet, all have a common thread. I share them here, for those of you interested in exploring beyond the mandala.
Abraham-Hicks
Simple truths. Good feels good. Bad feels bad. Choose joy!
The Synthesis Center ~ Amherst, MA
Where I received four years of Psychosyntheis training. I loved it so much that I remained for another ten years on the Counseling Staff and as a teacher in the Professional Counselor Training Program.
Institute for Circlework
Circlework is a practice that uses the power of circle gatherings to heal individuals and communities, awaken people to their oneness, and contribute to the creation of a peacful global community.
The Institute of Integral Handwriting Studies
Dr.Vimala Rogers author of "Your Handwriting Can Change Your Life" created the font I now use on our banners. This is not a course in penmanship; it is sacred technology that can change your life.
New Millennium Flower Essences
Their flower essence selection is vast. I love the stories of how the essences were made and the beautiful photography. (Flowers are very mandala like after all!) If you go to their 'Free On-line Healing' section under Services, you can tune into the energy of the flowers, gems and stones, for a self healing experience. Custom made orders are a specialty.
Orin & Daben
I have read all of these books and given most of them away to clients, several times! Part of my morning routine is to go to the "Creating Your Highest Future Room" and click on the different books for a daily inspiration. When people ask me to recommend meditation tapes, these are the first ones I sugggest.
OSHO
Zen Master and mystic
Notes from the Universe
Free personalized daily messages from "beyond". (Scribed by Mike Dooley, seen in "The Secret") I love getting these notes. Funny, yet always spot on to what I might be needing to hear. For example: "Ever wonder how many angels you have? All of them. They insisted."
SelfGrowth.com
SelfGrowth.com is the most complete guide to information about Personal Growth on the Internet.
Silent Unity
Silent Unity is a worldwide prayer ministry that, for over 100 years, has been in continuous prayer with people of all faiths. Through times of war, peace, depression, and prosperity, the prayer vigil in Silent Unity's chapel and the brightly shining beacon atop its cupola have continued uninterrupted. When I was diagnosed with cancer, this was the first phone call I made. 1-800-NOW-PRAY