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A Dose of Serenity: Creating Your Own Mantra!
Posted by Vicki_R on March 5, 2007 - 1:46pm.
A mantra is a Sanskrit syllable, word or verse that when repeated,creates sonic vibrations that encourage spiritual awakening. Any sound that speaks to your heart, will suffice. They say that whatever you choose, make it melodious and meaningful, since your enjoyment of the word's sound and connection to it's meaning contribute to a mantra's power. Repeat it silently or audibly as you take a walk, wash the dishes or sit quietly. Is repeating your own mantra the way to gain a dose of serenity?
I'll say! I dearly love "HU". (Pronounced,"Hugh.....")
I've sung it for many (35) years, it's been my mantra. It's been my lifesaver. I always feel more love, balance, and together after I sung HU. I get inner answers, too, for what I need.
My favorite thing.
Here's a couple of very cool sites to hear it:
(The first one always gives me chills.)
http://www.sing-hu.org/14.htmlhttp://www.eckankar.org/hu.htmlBess McCarty, HHP/ The Business Whisperer/ Overcome Your Obstacles! Can you afford not to call? (512) 986-5288 Free 4 Step Self-Coach Audio: www.BessMcCarty.com
Mantras can definitely help with quieting the chattering of the mind, which certainly helps with serenity.
It's not necessary to use Sanskrit, although some of the ancient words have a lot of power to them. In my view they also have too much baggage, however it's good to just use something that resonates with you personally.
Some also say it's good to keep your personal mantra a secret.
HI! :) Very nice to find this topic being discussed. Recently I posted about one of my favorite mantras: Radhaswami (Ra-Dha-Swam-E): http://groups.yahoo.com/group/RADHASOAMI-REALITY/message/397
In the case of Radhaswami, it's not a secret mantra, but a sacred Dinve word millions of people are using as their simran or zikhr word, their word that triggers spiritual remembrance in a world of forgetfulness. It is not only used while concentrating at the 3rd eye center during meditation, but mentally it can be chanted during any free moments during the day as a way to get centered or re-centered spiritually, bringing some of the bliss of meditation and spirituality into the down-to-earth world of everyday life.
I also have several other sacred words, and those are secret, used a part of a meditation practice called Surat Shabd Yoga.
Namaste',
James
Vicki, I think it's the sound.
For me, the sound of a mantra acts like a magnet to align me with the vibration it carries. So I chose one that takes me where I want to go. Each represents a different state of conscoiusness. I experiment with different words and get to know their results, and pick one I like best.
I understand that sound is the basic building block to all life. That each aspect of life carries a sound. So that's why mantras are so powerful!
Some people keep them rolling through their beings all day.
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