Oneness, wholeness, non-dual awareness, unity … If you’ve been on the spiritual path for a while you’ve probably heard of these words and concepts at some point. But what do these concepts actually mean? Although they may seem complex, a little vague or confusing, they don’t have to be. My goal for this article is to help you develop a clear and concise understanding of these topics so that you…
Learning to Harmonize the Yin and Yang Opposites
The harmony of Yin and Yang is the basis of the Chinese concept of the universe. Simply put, these are any two opposites combined – feminine and masculine, dark and bright, loud and quiet, sour and sweet, high and low. In the West, this concept is often understood quite simplistically – as negative and positive. In fact, it’s not quite so. In China, these two opposites aren’t good or bad;…
A Better Vision for Humanity
Humanity now has the resources, the means, and the collective will, for every human being on this planet to live in material security… no-one no longer need struggle to survive. That so many do struggle to survive, whilst so few live in material excess, is insane, and can no longer be accepted. Such a situation does not reflect our true humanity. From the richest to the poorest, there is no-one…
Your Breath Is Your Brain’s Remote Control
For centuries, yogis have been expressing the incredible benefits meditation can provide. More recently, meditation has become a more mainstream means of treating anxiety and stress, as deep breathing has been proven to calm the nervous system and reduce our heart rate. Avid meditators or individuals who practice breathing techniques typically report that such practices have the ability to silence or slow down the mind. This begs the question: How…
What is an Empath and Are You One?
Have you ever wondered why people who are strangers or people you hardly know open up to you and share their most trusted thoughts? Do you have an instant connection with animals? Are you unable to watch violence, cruelty, or tragedy on television or in the movies because your soul just can’t bear it? Do you have an instant knowing about the character of the people you meet upon first…
The Ego is Sneaky: 5 Ways to Know When It’s In Charge
If you are reading this article, it’s probable that you have read dozens, if not hundreds of books and articles on spirituality. You may have studied numerous traditions, and sought the help of a master from any number of traditions. Or, maybe you’ve stuck with just one, diligently. The truth is that you have probably succumbed to the amazing maneuvers of your mystical ego, and fallen right into some of…
QUIZ: Which of Your 7 Energy Centers Is The Strongest?
We have 7 energy centers…in our pelvis, lower spine, stomach, heart, throat and forehead. Which of your centers is the strongest? Take this spiritual quiz to find out! Be Sure to Like Science of the Soul on Facebook
What Carl Jung Gleaned from his Near Death Experience
On 11 February 1944, the 68-year-old Carl Gustav Jung – then the world’s most renowned living psychologist – slipped on some ice and broke his fibula. Ten days later, in hospital, he suffered a myocardial infarction caused by embolisms from his immobilised leg. Treated with oxygen and camphor, he lost consciousness and had what seems to have been a near-death and out-of-the-body experience – or, depending on your perspective, delirium….
The 9 Rules of Being Human (Handed Down from Ancient Sanskrit)
1. YOU WILL RECEIVE A BODY. You may like it or hate it, but it will be yours for the entire period this time around. 2. YOU WILL LEARN LESSONS. You are enrolled in a full-time, informal school called life. Each day in this school you will have the opportunity to learn lessons. You may like the lessons or think them irrelevant and stupid. 3. THERE ARE NO MISTAKES, ONLY…