Listen to Om Mani Peme Hung ~ Traditional Tibetan Mantra on YouTube.

Om Mani Peme Hung ~Traditional Tibetan Mantra

My new release, Songs Of Healing, is now available for download on I -Tunes as well as on my CD Baby site. The physical CDs are almost here and will be available as promised by Summer Solstice both on CD Baby and on Ladyslipper’s site.

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Its been a whirlwind month since the full moon of Beltane when I officially began this project. On this full moon today  I sent my new digital  album Songs Of Healing out into the world , which is now available as a  digital album or single song downloads  on my CD Baby  site- (click on :http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/lisathiel5  )and  should be on I-tunes within a couple of weeks . Im so happy to have these songs out  in a digital format, and to share my new songs which have been powerful healers for me. Ive been doing a Chenrezig practice for the last year ( mantra -Om Mani Peme Hung) who is the Buddha of Compassion , of which Kuan Yin and Tara are emanations.  On the chorus of this song I envisioned a choir of dakinis ( goddesses) singing  this prayer to the beings of this world.

The Blue Medicine Buddha practice is one Ive been doing for over ten years. It is a practice to heal the soul,  the psyche ,  and it is my experience and belief that spiritual healing is the cornerstone for all other types of healing. Doing this practice Ive dreamt of  extraordinary vivid blue waters, rivers, lakes, ocean  waves, and so chose to have the ‘voice of the ocean’ as a background symbolising the cleansing aspect of water that is similar to the energy I feel from the mantra

  Blue Medicine Buddha mantra: Tayatha Om Bhey Khandze Bhey Khandze Maha Bhey Khandze Bhey Khandze Radza Samu Gate Soha

(note- this is the Tibetan version of this mantra which was originally in sanskrit and of which there are many  variations due to different dialects)

There are numerous translations for this mantra, this is my own personal  interpretation based on all those that I have read: 

In the Sacred Name of All that is
I call to the great Buddha of Healing
O Supreme Eradicator of all ills, pain and suffering
O King of Healers, I send my prayer for healing to you
Into the great beyond, that you may hear me
So be it

 Ive included another Tibetan mantra from Prayers for the Planet, ‘ Om Ami Dewa Hri , that ‘ invokes the Buddha Amitabha, who presides over the pureland (heavenly realm )Dewachen. This is also a very powerful healing mantra for the spirit and is often used for those crossing over as a blessing, as is the Blue Medicine Buddha mantra. In addition there are songs to the goddess, the angels ( the shining ones) and to the earth , songs that have healed my heart & soul over these  many years. I share them in hopes they will do the same for  all who listen .

By the way this is a real photograph of a cloud on the cover by Ann Bolinger- McQuade, author of the upcoming  book, Every Day Oracles.      http://www.oraclesinthesky.com

Hoping to have the physical CDs done by Summer Solstice!!!!!

Ive just been  in the studio, ( during the week of the Beltane full moon ) making a new compilation digital album with music from my old cassette titles. I’ve  recorded  two new songs as well. The album will be called Songs Of Healing and will contain many of my  old favorite songs created for the pupose of spiritual healing and inspiration.Im doing this in response to all the requests to get the old music out on digital but also because healing is such an important  theme for  all  of us at this great time of changes, and I feel its time for these songs to be more out there in the world again. The two new ones are  my rendition of chants that have brought me personal healing and are from the Tibetan tradition. One, Om Mani Peme Hung is the mantra for the Buddhas of Compassion, Chenrezig and Kuan Yin . The other  is the Blue Medicine Buddha mantra which is a practice ive been doing for over 10 years. It is a powerful  vehicle  for clearing the energy fields to facilitate spiritual healing.  I have a great studio here in Tucson where I made Journey to the Goddess almost 20 years ago. I feel very fortunate to be back in AZ and to have a wonderful place to work. I hope to have this available on CD Baby as a digital  album sometime this summer stay tuned for more updates :)!My dear friend Ann McQuade has allowed me to use her magnificent dragon cloud photo as the cover, heres a preview of that! Anns new book Every Day Oracles  is coming out in July -see her site www.oraclesinthesky.com

 Recent update, although physical CD sales have sharply declined, there is still a call for them so im looking into making them as well  and having CDs available by mid summer.

For a preview of the songs and lyrics for this album see the lyrics page .

 Recently Ive come to really appreciate  two gemstones which I feel are particularly useful for the energies of this New Year, and wanted to share that information  in case anyone may benefit from it. As I mentioned in earlier posts, gemstones have a subtle energy that works on the subtle energy field of the body, the same energy that flows through the accupuncture meridians.   I feel that  as crystals and gems are a part of the Mother Earth, they  embody and enable  us to experience  Her natural harmonic energy that so many of us need in the modern world that is estranged from Nature.  Many people benefit tremendously from the use of crystals and gems, because the effects ,although subtle ,can be tangible and very supportive  in terms of  affecting  minor mood changes, picking up  or calming energy , aiding in meditation, intuition and dreaming.  In Vedic Astrology gemstones are recommended as a common practice to balance and augment astrological transits and influences . As  I ve personally worked with and experimented with the  effects of crystals and gems for over thirty years I can honestly say Ive  found them  to be very helpful.

The first stone Ive worked with for a couple of years now is Prehnite. I saw some Prehnite earrings in a catalog  which said they were an aid for meditation and found they had a noticeable calming , balancing influence. They also have a grounding influence which helps to focus energy and get things done . As we are all so different, of course  I cant say they will work for everyone, but Ive shared this with many friends who also felt the soothing benefits of this dreamy sea green stone.( It  also comes in a range of light greens as well as yellow)  To me the sea green connects me with the higher vibration of Neptune the planet of dreams and intuition , yet grounds so that I may make use of it.  It has seemed to enhance my intuitive abilities, dream recall and  create a steady calm mind, as well as  deeper states when I meditate.  With the strong influence of Neptune at this time I was grateful to find a stone that helped me tap into that energy in a positive and productive way.

 The second stone which Ive loved for many years is Smokey Quartz, a stone prized for centuries  in my ancestral home, Scotland, where it is known as Cairngorm.  Ive always thought it to  be one of the best all around gemstones, as it calms , clears ,and grounds , yet has been used by many cultures  for channeling, as it does not subdue psychic energy but acts as an” anchor” for spiritual and magical practices .

As it is said to be associated with Pluto and the signs of Scorpio and Capricorn, I ‘ve found it to be particularly beneficial in working with the deep introspective influence of the current Pluto in Capricorn.  I experience it as a calm steady energetic  support during  chaotic transformational times. I also  prefer the darker shades as they seem to have more of the calming effect, and, as with all stones, the clearer  the stone the more intense the energy , so if I dont want to add to my energy level I’d choose a more opaque looking  or included stone. ( with the exception of rutile, a needle like inclusion that amplifies the energy of a crystal) Both of these stones may provide a  calming balance for the long term Uranus in Aries squaring Pluto in Capricorn transit, which can be  very stressful  ,especially for  the cardinal signs.

But everyone has to find what works best for them , and  as a footnote, I’ve found many stones Im attracted to that  just dont work for  me,regardless of their traditional properties/ effects,  so Ive found its better to choose by how I feel overall, by the quality of  my mind, emotions and and physical body  when  wearing them,  rather than  just  by how a stone looks, or how it works for another person.

In the light of  all of the people getting into the Mayan Prophecy of Dec 21st , as   the ‘end of the world’, Id like to share some astrological insights that may be a contributing factor to this trend. Throughout history people have  repeatedly  predicted the end of the world, in an almost cyclic pattern over the centuries. What causes us as humans to go into that mindset ? Why is there such a need to take things to such an extreme  ?

One of the major influences at this time is Pluto, planet of death, rebirth and transformation. Any astrological transit activates that planet’s energy and” theme “,bringing up that kind of energy in each individual’s consciousness, according to their signs, and their state of evolution. There is a spectrum of  high to low, in each sign/ transit, and being aware of the general energy theme ,positive and negative, can help us make use of the influence. ie what it has to teach us , how it can inspire us, what lessons does it offer . . So Pluto brings up the subject of death & rebirth, but, like the Death Card in the Tarot , the ‘death’ aspect is generally not to be taken literally. Pluto  requires destruction  (of the old ) to create new life, a new way, a rebirth . Pluto rules the unconscious mind,  and this, as all astrolocial influences is considered to be the force of evolution that works on the inner planes  in order to effect changes in the outer. Pluto energy is extreme , planet of revolution and radical change, it take no prisoners and will often bring you to  your knees, at the very  least in respect to  your consciousness.

It is a fact  our planet is in turmoil, there are many, many things that require extreme change, and, in fact the world will end at some point.  However chances are very good that come Dec 22nd it will be the same world with the same problems facing us. The question is will we remain the same?  Will we use this extreme end of the world scenario to escape or to transform?

It seems the majority of us will only change when  faced/motivated by a crisis. Perhaps  the reason people create these scenarios is  to push themselves to change. Also, it is often true in an individual’s chart that Pluto transits  will first begin as an internal conflicting energy /belief  which,  if not addressed will manifest in our lives for us to confront. Maybe we as humans are continually  imagining  the end of the world as a means to avoid really creating it. And while the majority of people may not actually believe the world is coming to an end during this transit, there may be an increased sense of foreboding, powerlessness and deep seated and/or  hidden fears emerging to the surface at this time, all classic Plutonian themes. But the true purpose lesson of Pluto is to come to grips with the death / letting go aspect of life as well as the regenerative rebirth aspect that follows, and to clearly see and identify what needs to be transformed within and without  through conscious introspection.

Another significant factor, as  I mentioned in earlier posts,   is a strong Neptune energy which  creates an urge to escape, to let go of all responsibility and just merge with the great cosmic forces. However, Pluto is currently in  Capricorn ,sign of the ultimate physical reality, ruled by Saturn, planet of Karma and structures. This demands us to take responsibility for changing  our physical world  in our lives and on our planet. Its a daunting task at best and with the Plutonian intensity adds the dimension of the feeling of imminent extinction. In addition,  Saturn, Capricorns ruler, is in Scorpio, (ruled by Pluto ), so that intense mindset of pondering our mortality and coming to terms with it  is hitting us with a double dose. This is called a Mutual Reception when two planets are in each others native signs. This makes the planets/signs compliment and amplify each others influence . The resulting combined  message here being : restructure the consciousness so that  we can transform our world.  

So ,in my mind, the best way to work with these energies, in this dark time of the Winter Solstice ,time of introspection and dreams,  is to look and look deep ,  so that you can connect with your truest wisest self.  Moving forward, allow  that wisest  part of yourself  to guide you in your  life, cultivating and integrating that connection with soul/ spirit  to help you stay in the present moment, acting with awareness . Find the courage to face and  make the  healing ,balancing changes you need to make, and make every second of your life count.

   That is  truly  the beginning of a new world.

                                                                                                 I received this lovely email from a woman  artist in the Netherlands . Here are some photos of her painting , please visit her website  to  view more of her artwork .
“I WAS INSPIRED BY YOUR SONG AND PAINTED IT”
“More than a year ago, I was wearing a beautiful green dress, while I was singing a song of mine in a small group, called ‘the Goddess in you’. A friend of mine who was part of this meeting, told me, that I reminded her of a beautiful song she knew. She shared the song with me, …it was a song of yours: “The Spirit of the Plants”. Immediately this song touched my heart. And I saw images in front of me, while hearing this song. It inspired me this much, that I painted it. I have been painting since I am a child. Now I am 34 years old. It took me a year to finish the painting (1,00 x 1,40 meters big). Searching, feeling, breathing colours and forms. The painting grew together with me, with my inner healing journey I was making that year. The painting and me developed a real transformation. This painting has become one of my most favorite paintings. It feels sacred to me. It has this special energy, just like your song. Your song “The Spirit of the Plants” and my painting feel like one. Your song gives more depth to my painting and my painting gives an extra view to your song. ”

With love,

Bianca van Luxzenburg,
the Netherlands

Contact:
www.kunstdiejoubeweegt.nl   email: biancaenstefan@hetnet.nl

Its that time again, and this year we have the added bonus of  extra Scorpio energy ,with Saturn ,

planet of karma, structure and lessons to be learned just entering Scorpio this month!

Scorpio is ruled by Pluto , planet of transformation & regeneration, and is a powerful ally in the

 process of changing our lives, our psyches, and our inner world. This influence allows us

 to’ replant’ the seeds of the unconscious so that new ‘crops’ may grow.   Scorpio asks us to go

deep, to  see what is hidden ,what is unknown to the conscious mind so that the mysteries

within us may be revealed.

This transit will go on until September 2015.

 In the wheel of the zodiac, Scorpio represents  the point at which the soul is asked to turn

 within for spiritual connection, contemplation of the meaning of life and what lies beyond.  It is the sign

associated with death and rebirth, allowing us to let go of that which no longer serves us to make way for the new.

For those who can embrace this cycle it can be a life changing event.

In addition the previously mentioned long term  Neptune in Pisces Transit  makes a trine ( a particularly beneficial ,positive aspect)

to Scorpio, giving even more spiritual psychic and magical potential for this influence.

 That being said, Scorpio is not for sissies, so  its time to embrace your inner warrior, and step up !!

During the recent  rare transit of Venus across the sun, June 5th, I experienced in a unprecedented manner,  the powerful  presence of the Divine Feminine being awakened on a wholly  new level.  Venus is the planet of Love, of the heart, and   Neptune is considered by astrologers to be a higher octave of Venus,  Divine Love.   As mentioned we are also in the midst of a long term Neptune in Pisces  influence ,(emphasizing Divine Love) so the combination of those two energies was a powerful conduit for the Divine Mother energy to come through into the hearts of the world. Looking at the Neptune transits over the decades, the ‘flower children’ generation were under the influence of Neptune in Libra, the idealism of wanting to create peace  love beauty and harmony in society, attributes of Libra ( ruled by Venus). This influence ,as we can see in retrospect, had both  the illusion and illumination characteristics of Neptune. There was a great deal of spirituality, environmental awareness and creativity that came from that generation,( illumination) as well as people who couldnt cope with society lost touch  with reality   and/or  “dropped out” .( illusion)    As the energetic pendulum began to swing in the opposite direction  in the succeeding generations,( following the primal pattern of extreme yin becoming yang ) there was a strong emphasis on practicality, especially during the Neptune in Capricorn influences in the   90’s that served to balance the extreme idealism  and sought to ground it . With Neptune in Aquarius,  weve seen the phenomena of the global community connecting and communicating through the electronic world of the internet ( all Aquarian attributes). Now we find ourselves coming full circle with Neptune in Pisces, the sign of divine love ,back to the ideals of the “flower children” and if these expanded and ethereal energies can incorporate the practical grounding of the preceding generations, it holds the potential for manifesting that Divine Love in a real and tangible way . The Divine Mother   is the healer caretaker nurturer that this world so desperately needs to take on the task of world healing, not only  of the physical world but the emotional and spiritual world consciousness. A good Mother is also a practical Mother, who protects, and teaches her young to survive though awareness .  As She resides within each one of us,  we can invoke her presence in our hearts minds and daily lives  and become’ her hands and feet’ to bring healing into the world around us. Each one of us, like the tiny cells in the body has a role to play , each one of us a tiny part of the great whole. And the more individuals there are  who embody this energy, the greater the chance of its effect making a true and positive change in the decades to come.