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

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

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Thought Control
Saturday, November 7 · 1:00 – 2:45 pm
Time zone: America/Phoenix
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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.