Alchemical Voice - Seasonal Rituals for Spiritual Growth (Issue 29 November/December 2024)

November/December 2024 - Issue 29 

I N A S S O C I A T I O N W I T H L I K E - M I N D E D B U S I N E S S E S 

ALCHEMICAL VOICE 

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HEALING TRAUMA 

WITH CRYSTALS 

GETTING ALL THE HELP 

YOU CAN TO GET 

THROUGH 

What Colour is a 

Red Apple? 

What is reality? 

The Spiritual Power 

of a Horse 

for deep healing 

PEOPLE OF THE 

WIND AND SUN 

THE INDIGENOUS PEOPLE 

OF NORTHERN EUROPE 

PISTIS 

SOPHIA 

CONNECTING TO 

HIGH VIBRATIONS 

The ‘Three Selves’ 

Being authentic is key! 

Spirituality and 

Everyday Life 

Sharing life’s experiences 

HAVE YOU MET 

YOUR BODY? 

SHIFTING NEGATIVE 

EMOTIONS 

N O U R I S H | S U P P O R T | B A L A N C E 

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A L C H E M I C A L V O I C E 

CONTENTS 


As we reach the end of another year together, we reflect on the incredible wisdom and knowledge shared by our 

talented writers and tradespeople. 

You may have encountered articles that resonated deeply with you and touched your soul with their truth. 

Embrace this growth and transformation! 

We eagerly anticipate reconnecting with you in 2025! 

Jovi Hoonjan | Publisher 

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HEALING TRAUMA WITH CRYSTALS 

Sue Penney 

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THE ‘THREE SELVES’ 

Martin Lewis 

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HORSES AND SPIRITUALITY 

Sue Penney 

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PEOPLE OF THE WIND AND SUN 

Shaeen Svanede 

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WHAT COLOUR IS A RED APPLE? 

John Sjovik 

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PISTIS SOPHIA 

Julie de Vere Hunt 

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HAVE YOU MET YOUR BODY? 

Carol Coggan 

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SPIRITUALITY AND EVERYDAY LIFE 

John Sjovik 

Get in touch if you would 

like to write for us! 

jovi@love2meditate.com


HEALING TRAUMA 

WITH CRYSTALS 

Sue Penney 

Healing Trauma with Crystals and Wiccan Beliefs 

Trauma is a deeply personal experience that can often leave lasting 

emotional, mental, and physical scars. 

While traditional therapies and medical treatments are commonly sought 

for healing, alternative practices such as the use of crystals combined 

with beliefs such as Wicca offer unique pathways to recovery. These 

practices emphasise personal empowerment, nature’s energy, and 

spiritual healing, making them appealing to those seeking holistic 

approaches to deal with trauma. 

The Role of Crystals in Healing 

Crystals are believed to carry unique energies and vibrations that can 

influence our emotional and physical states. This enables us to use 

different crystals to support healing by balancing the body’s energy and 

alleviating negative emotions. Here are some ways crystals can aid in 

trauma recovery: 

Grounding and Protection: Crystals like black tourmaline and smoky 

quartz are known for their grounding properties. They help anchor 

individuals in the present moment, reducing anxiety and fear 

associated with traumatic memories. Black tourmaline, in particular, is 

believed to offer protection from negative energies, creating a safe 

space for healing. 

Emotional Healing: Rose quartz, often referred to as the "stone of 

unconditional love," is used to soothe emotional wounds and foster 

self-love and compassion. Amethyst, another popular crystal, is 

known for its calming energy, which can help with insomnia, anxiety, 

and overthinking—common issues for those dealing with trauma. 

Enhancing Self-Awareness: Crystals like labradorite and clear quartz 

are used to enhance self-awareness and intuition. They encourage 

introspection, helping individuals understand the root causes of their 

trauma and guiding them through the process of emotional release 

and acceptance. 

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Wiccan Beliefs and Trauma Recovery 

Wiccan beliefs are centred around nature, the 

elements, and the cycles of the moon, all of which 

are used to facilitate healing and transformation. 

At the core of Wiccan practices is the belief in 

personal empowerment and the ability to create 

change in one’s life through intention, rituals, and 

spells. 

Here are some ways Wiccan beliefs can support 

trauma recovery: 

Rituals for Release and Renewal: Wiccan 

rituals often involve symbolic acts that 

represent releasing the old and welcoming the 

new. For instance, during the waning moon, 

rituals can be performed to let go of pain, 

anger, or fear associated with trauma. These 

rituals may include writing down feelings on 

paper and then burning it as a way to 

symbolically release those emotions. 

Connection with Nature: Wicca places a strong 

emphasis on connecting with the natural world. 

Spending time outdoors, meditating in nature, 

or working with elements like earth, air, fire, 

and water can be incredibly grounding and 

healing. This connection helps individuals feel 

part of something larger than themselves, 

providing comfort and a sense of belonging. 

Empowerment Through Spellwork: Spellwork 

in Wicca is less about supernatural intervention 

and more about setting intentions and focusing 

the mind on desired outcomes. Healing spells 

can be used to invoke inner strength, courage, 

and resilience. For example, a simple self-love 

spell might involve lighting a pink candle, 

surrounding oneself with rose quartz, and 

reciting affirmations of worth and healing. 

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Integrating Crystals and Wiccan Practices 

To effectively use crystals and Wiccan beliefs for 

trauma recovery, it’s important to approach these 

practices with an open mind and heart. 

Begin by choosing crystals that resonate with you, 

and keep them close during meditation, sleep, or 

daily routines. 

Incorporate Wiccan rituals that feel meaningful, 

and don’t hesitate to personalise them to suit your 

needs. 

Ultimately, the journey to healing is deeply 

personal, and what works for one person may not 

work for another. 

Crystals and Wiccan practices offer a gentle, 

nature-based approach to trauma recovery that 

can complement traditional methods, providing 

comfort, empowerment, and a renewed sense of 

hope. 

Sue Penney 

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HORSES AND 

SPIRITUALITY 

Sue Penney 


Healing Through Connection 

Horses have long been revered across cultures for their 

grace, strength, and spirit. From ancient myths to modern 

therapy, these majestic animals have played a significant 

role in human life, both practically and spiritually. In 

recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the 

profound therapeutic benefits of working with horses, 

particularly in addressing mental health issues and 

trauma. The unique qualities of horses creates a powerful 

experience that can help individuals find healing, 

strength, and a sense of inner peace. 

The Spiritual Connection Between Humans and Horses 

At the heart of the bond between humans and horses lies 

a deep spiritual connection. Horses are highly intuitive 

creatures that mirror human emotions and energy. This 

mirroring ability allows them to sense and respond to a 

person's emotional state, often acting as a nonjudgmental 

reflection of one's inner world. It has often 

been said that you cannot lie to a horse. Horses key 

survival instincts rely on reading body language and as 

such you can be completely honest, true and open in their 

presence in a way that many can often not feel 

comfortable being with people, this in itself can help aid 

healing. This dynamic creates an opportunity for selfawareness 

and personal growth, fostering a deeper 

connection to oneself and one's emotions. 

For many, the act of connecting with a horse can feel like 

a spiritual experience. Being in the presence of such a 

powerful yet gentle creature can evoke feelings of awe, 

gratitude, and humility. Horses have a calming presence 

that encourages mindfulness—being present in the 

moment without judgment. 

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This mindfulness is essential for individuals who have 

experienced trauma or struggle with anxiety and depression, as 

it helps them reconnect with their bodies and emotions in a 

safe and supportive environment. 

Equine-Assisted Therapy: Healing from Trauma 

Equine-assisted therapy (EAT) is a growing field that harnesses 

the therapeutic power of horses to help people heal from 

trauma, mental health disorders, and emotional struggles. This 

form of therapy involves various activities such as grooming, 

feeding, and riding horses, guided by trained therapists who 

facilitate the healing process. EAT has been shown to help 

individuals build trust, improve communication skills, and 

develop emotional regulation. 

One of the unique aspects of EAT is that it provides an 

opportunity for individuals to engage in a non-verbal dialogue 

with the horse. 

For those who have experienced trauma, words can often feel 

inadequate or overwhelming. Working with horses allows them 

to express emotions and work through feelings in a way that 

feels safer and more manageable. The horses' consistent and 

predictable responses can help individuals develop a sense of 

safety, security, and trust — key elements in the healing 

process. 

Riding as Therapy: Benefits for Disabled Individuals 

Horseback riding offers profound physical, emotional, and 

psychological benefits for people with disabilities. Therapeutic 

riding programs are designed to improve balance, coordination, 

muscle strength, and flexibility. The movement of a horse's gait 

closely mimics the human walking pattern, which can help 

individuals with mobility challenges improve their balance and 

motor skills. 

Beyond the physical benefits, riding a horse can have a 

transformative impact on mental health. For people with 

disabilities, riding can offer a sense of freedom and 

independence that may not be easily accessible in other areas 

of their lives. The act of riding fosters self-confidence and a 

sense of accomplishment, helping individuals overcome feelings 

of limitation and helplessness. The bond formed with the horse 

can provide emotional support and companionship, reducing 

feelings of isolation and improving overall well-being. 

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Finding Healing and Hope with Horses 

Working with horses offers a unique pathway to healing that 

combines physical, emotional, and spiritual elements. Whether 

through equine-assisted therapy or therapeutic riding, horses 

provide a mirror to our inner selves, encouraging self-reflection, 

awareness, and growth. 

Their ability to connect deeply with humans creates a safe 

space for healing, making them ideal companions in the journey 

toward mental health and emotional resilience. 

In essence, horses offer more than just physical support; they 

provide an opportunity for individuals to connect with their 

inner strength, rediscover joy, and find a renewed sense of 

purpose. 

Sue Penney 

Soul Verse 


For those dealing with trauma, mental health challenges, or 

disabilities, the bond formed with these incredible animals can 

be a source of profound healing and transformation, offering a 

path toward a brighter, more balanced future. 

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Day retreats will begin again in February 2025 

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WHAT COLOUR IS 

A RED APPLE? 

John Sjovik 

Das Ding an sich 

The attentive reader may have noticed that I have 

mentioned the German philosopher Immanuel Kant in 

some of my previous articles. Amongst many other things, 

Kant is known for coining the phrase “das Ding an sich”, 

which means “the thing in itself”. 

A thing or object is what it is, regardless of being 

observed, studied, interpreted or not. It is “das Ding an 

sich”. This is called a “Noumenon”. However, as it appears 

to us observing it, it is called a “Phenomenon”. 

The relationship between noumenon and phenomenon has 

been the subject of philosophical discourse during the last 

200 years and I will stay well clear of that discussion. 

What fascinates me here is the similarity to Shamanism. As I venture to see it, Phenomenon relates to 

Noumenon a little bit like Ordinary Reality relates to Non-Ordinary Reality. 

What matters most of the duality I mention above, is that both of the two aspects are real. None of them is 

less or more valid in its own right. They do have different qualities and they manifest differently. Yet they are 

realities to be explored and experienced. 

As human beings, we are in a way prisoners of our five senses. Yet, many people seem happy with that. They 

find a comforting predictability in observing the phenomena of nature and ignoring the hidden aspects of the 

world around us. 

However, if you reduce your experience of the environment you live into what you can feel, see, hear, smell 

and taste, I maintain that you will only experience a mere fraction of the true and complete nature of the 

realities that surround you. 

Suppose there is a red apple on the table in front of you. When you look at it, you can see that it is red. Your 

cat is sitting on your lap but she will not agree with you, because cats are unable to see the colour red. Their 

eyes are not sensitive to light of that wavelength. So is the apple red or not? Well, it depends on who you ask; 

you or your cat. What about the apple itself? “Das Ding an sich”? If there was no one there to see the apple, 

would it still be red? 

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Is it at all possible to create an objective understanding of reality, when we seem to influence the 

phenomena when we observe them? Consider the limitations of our senses and the fact that we view the 

world through a lens of already existing knowledge, preconceived ideas and even prejudice. When we 

observe that which we call reality, we can only see it as it presents itself to us, in our twisted and subjective 

version, and not how it actually is. 

Since we seem to be unable to understand physical reality as it really is, then how difficult must it not be to 

understand the non-physical realm? A scene from a film comes to mind. A Native American is about to give 

witness in a court of law. He is asked to take an oath to tell the truth. He declines and explains that he can 

only tell what he knows. Whether or not that is the truth is unknown to him. 

Then what is reality? 

As we have seen, we cannot even be certain that a red apple really is red. Based on our senses, we have a 

subjective perception of reality. Yet, there is a much deeper, transcendent and fundamental reality that lies 

beyond anything that we humans can fathom with what we know and what we have experienced. It is as if 

phenomena and noumena are separate aspects of reality. 

Take a look at the figure below. I have marked an area, where there is an alchemical overlap of phenomena 

and noumena. This is where even a self-proclaimed nonbeliever in spirituality will still be able to sense an 

additional, extra-sensory aspect of the world around him. 

The shamanic practitioner travels between worlds, between Ordinary Reality and Non-Ordinary Reality. In 

some ways, those worlds or realities can be compared to Phenomena and Noumena, as in the figure above. 

In shamanism, a lot of important work is done in the shadowed area in the above figure, where the two 

worlds overlap. Sometimes, and in some places, the veils are thin, and also people with no experience with 

shamanism can pick up the presence of another dimension, as a consequence of the duality of the ordinary 

and the non-ordinary. 

This is where physics and metaphysics meet, where philosophy and spirituality join hands. Human senses, 

perception, beliefs, theories and science are merely tools for our often futile attempts at understanding and 

describing the world we live in, the ground under our feet and the stars above our heads. 

At the end of the day, “das Ding as sich”, the thing itself, is what it is, whatever it is. We ought to sit back in 

awe for a moment and feel gratitude and joy in being part of the great mystery, of something that is larger 

and more profound than we can ever imagine. 

Remember that the bits and pieces that constitute our bodies are the same as the glowing stars in the night 

sky. We are indeed stardust. 

John Sjovik | Shaman Healer | shamaqi.com 

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PISTIS SOPHIA 


Pistis Sophia (‘faith-wisdom’) was the most significant text 

to have surfaced prior to the Nag Hammadi discovery in 

1945, discovered in Upper Egypt in the late 18th century. A 

simpler, shorter version of Pistis Sophia was later found at 

Nag Hammadi. 

Pistis Sophia is written in mythological form as it is 

describing concepts beyond language. There are simply no 

words to describe the divine realms. 

A myth is more than a story, it is a statement made in 

symbols. A symbol speaks to the soul, even when the mind 

does not understand. When a symbol touches the soul, 

there is a change, whether you are conscious of it or not. 

Like the Gospel of Mary, Pistis Sophia takes place after the 

resurrection and features Mary Magdalene in a prominent 

role, revealing a deep spiritual relationship between Mary 

Magdalene and the Saviour. 

The text relates that the Saviour remained on earth for 11 

years after the crucifixion to instruct the disciples (including 

his mother Mary, Mary Magdalene, Mary Salome and 

Martha), teaching them only the lower mysteries. After 11 

years, the Saviour receives his true garment and is able to 

reveal the higher mysteries. These mysteries relate to 

complex cosmologies and knowledge necessary for the soul 

to reach the highest divine realms. 

To the Gnostics, Sophia was a divine syzygy (pair of 

connected things) of the Saviour; in a papyrus codex found 

at Nag Hammadi the Saviour explains Pistis as follows;- 

“Again, his disciples said: ‘Tell us clearly how they came down 

from the invisibilities, from the immortal to the world that 

dies?’ 

The perfect Saviour said: ‘son of Man consented with Sophia, 

his consort, and revealed a great androgynous light. 

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Its male name is designated ‘Saviour, begetter of all things’. Its 

female name is designated ‘All-begrettress Sophia’. Some call 

her ‘Pistis’.” 

The translation I have by G.R.S Mead divides the text into 

six books (books 5 & 6 did not exist in the original 

manuscript). 

Over half the text is dedicated to the myth of the fall and 

restoration of the figure known as Pistis Sophia, giving 

detailed parallels between her prayers of repentance and 

Psalms and Odes of Solomon. 

In the first book (Chapters 1-62) the disciples believe they 

have progressed far along the path of gnosis, announcing: 

“Blessed are we before all men who are on the earth, because 

the Saviour hath revealed this unto us, and we have received 

the Fullness and the total completion.” 

However, the disciples are mistaken. Light descends over the 

Saviour, which “Stretched from under the earth right up to 

heaven. – And when the disciples saw that light, they fell into 

fear and great agitation.” 

Upon his return, the Saviour, seeing their fear and agitation 

reassures them. He informs them, 

“I have gone to the regions out of which I had come forth. From 

this day on I will discourse with you in openness, from the 

beginning of the Truth unto its completion.” 

A lengthy narrative the Saviour relates concerning his 

journey ‘upwards and inwards’ and of his receiving a 

garment of light. He travels through the heavenly spheres, 

revealing the existence of the First Mystery – the true God 

– to the rulers of the spheres and their attendant angels. 

When he reaches the twelfth sphere, he encounters 

‘Adamas, the Great Tyrant’, who tries to resist the light and, 

along with the Archons, fights against it. 

The Saviour relates, 

“And I took a third of their power, in order that they should not 

be able to accomplish their evil deeds.. Who hath ears to hear, 

let them hear.” 

This can be interpreted as the Saviour reducing the 

effectiveness of astrological magic. 

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Mary Magdalene meditates for an hour and then asks to 

speak. The Saviour’s reply shows the esteem in which he 

holds her: 

“Mary, thou blessed one, whom I will perfect in all mysteries of 

those of the height, discourse in openness, thou, whose heart is 

raised to the kingdom of heaven more than all thy brethren.” 

Mary interprets the Saviour’s narrative, describing how 

Isaiah prophesied what he has told them, then she begins to 

ask various questions. The only male disciple to quiz the 

Saviour is Philip, who has been transcribing the Saviour’s 

words. 

Mary is taking the lead in asking the Saviour to explain 

himself further, showing she is actively assimilating the 

Saviour’s teachings, more so than the other disciples. 

The Saviour continues his discourse, revealing that he 

encountered Pistis Sophia 

“grieving and mourning, because she had not been admitted 

into the thirteenth aeon, her higher region.” 

Unlike the version of the Sophia myth in the Secret Book of 

John, here Pistis Sophia is a being of the lower, material 

aeons. She is not a high, divine being, and her restoration is 

not to the realms of light, but only back to her place in the 

thirteenth aeon. Her longing for the first Mystery – the true 

God – led to her being tricked out of the thirteenth aeon by 

the great triple-powered ‘Self-Willed’, who together with 

other aeons, project their own light downwards. 

Pistis Sophia mistakes this light for the light of the First 

Mystery, heads towards it and becomes entrapped in the 

world of chaos and matter. 

She meets Yaldabaoth (the Demiurge), who strips her of her 

remaining power. Pistis Sophia begins to sing hymns of 

repentance (there are 13 in all): 

“Now, therefore, O Light of Truth, thou knowest that I have 

done this in my innocence, thinking that the lion-faced light 

power (Yaldabaoth) belonged to thee; and the sin which I have 

done is open before thee. 

Suffer me no more to lack, O Lord, for I have had faith in thy 

light from the beginning; O Lord, O Light of the powers, suffer 

me no more to lack my light. 

And because of the illusion of thy light, I am become a stranger 

to my brethren, the invisibles, and to the great emanations of 

Barbelo.” 

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Mary once again interprets the story of Pistis Sophia, telling 

the disciples that what they have just heard was prophesied 

in Psalm 68. The Saviour commends her interpretation and 

continues with a description of Pistis Sophia’s second 

repentance. Once the Saviour has finished speaking, Peter 

clearly agitated by Mary’s understanding of the teaching, 

complains that, 

“My Lord, we will not endure this woman, for she taketh the 

opportunity from us and hath let none of us speak, but she 

discourseth many times.” 

The Saviour invites Peter to give his interpretation of the 

second repentance (there are thirteen in all). 

The Saviour continues to answer questions from his 

disciples; with Mary Magdalene asking the majority of them. 

The rift between Mary and Peter is clear:- 

“My Lord, my mind is ever understanding, at every time to come 

forwards and set forth the solution of the words that she (Pistis 

Sophia) hath uttered; but I am afraid of Peter, because he 

threatened me and hateth our sex.” 

The Saviour defends her, 

“Everyone who shall be filled with the spirit of light to come 

forwards and set forth the solution of what I say, no one shall 

be able to prevent him.” 

Peter backs down, and Mary Magdalene continues to be the 

main questioner and interpreter of the Saviour’s words. 

Pistis Sophia is finally allowed to return to the thirteenth 

aeon, where she sings a song of praise to the First Mystery. 

The second book makes up Chapters 63-101. After the 

conclusion of the story of Pistis Sophia, the text turns to 

long explanations of cosmology and knowledge of the prized 

mysteries. 

Books three and four (Chapters 102-135) is taken up with 

further revelations, together with ethical instructions which 

the disciples are to preach once the Saviour has returned to 

the light. It outlines what is needed for right thought and 

right action, as well as actions that are not acceptable and 

their punishments. 

“Renounce love of the world, that ye may be worthy of the 

mysteries of the light and be saved from the pitch and firecoats 

of the dog-faced one.” 

“Renounce wickedness, that ye may be worthy of the 

mysteries of the light and be saved from the fire-sea of 

Ariel.” 

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Further exhortations follow, bringing together the Gnostic 

and the orthodox: 

“Say unto them: Be ye loving unto men.. Be ye gentle.. 

Minister unto the poor.. and the sick and the distressed.. Be ye 

loving unto God, that ye may receive the mysteries of the Light 

and go on high into the Light-kingdom.” 

The fourth book provides an outline of what to expect for 

the first baptism. Two more baptisms follow; a fire-baptism 

and a baptism of the Holy Spirit of the Light, but these are 

not described; the initiate must persist on the path and be 

deemed ready. 

Mary asks questions about the afterlife states of the sinner 

and the re-incarnational cycle that souls must endure in 

order to be cleansed, referring to a ‘cup of forgetfulness’ 

administered prior to incarnation, which explains why we do 

not remember our past lives:- 

“..And then Adamas, bringeth a cup filled with the water of 

forgetfulness and handeth it to the soul, and it drinketh it and 

forgetteth all regions and all the regions to which it hath gone. 

And they cast it down into a body, which will spend its time 

continually troubled in its heart. And that cup of forgetfulness 

becometh body outside the soul, and resembleth the soul in all 

– which is what is called the counterfeiting spirit.” 

* In 2003 scientists discovered a molecule in the brain called 

PP1 which affects the memory. Kinesiology confirmed the ‘cup 

of forgetfulness’ refers to PP1 - we are programmed to forget. 

Baptism purifies our soul – the counterfeit spirit is 

separated from our soul and we can become a ‘perfect soul’. 

The Saviour urges people not to defer spiritual development 

for another lifetime, as the critical number of perfect souls 

could be reached at any moment. This is the completion of 

the First Mystery and the gnosis of the universe. 

At this point, no more souls will be able to return to the 

Light-kingdom. 

“And from this hour onwards no one will be able to enter into 

the Light. For at the completion of the time of the number of 

the perfect souls, before I have set fire to the world*, in order 

that it may purify the aeons and the veils and the firmaments 

and the whole earth, mankind will be still existing.” 

* Apparently this will be a sequence of natural events forest 

fires, volcanoes, which with global warming at its present rate it 

is a real possibility. 

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“Strive thereafter, to renounce the whole world and the whole 

matter therein, that ye may receive the mysteries of the Light 

before the number of the perfect souls is completed*, in order 

that they may not stop you before the gates of Light and lead 

you away into the outer darkness.” 

* Kinesiology confirmed the number of perfect souls required is 

360. If you define a perfect soul as someone with a Level of 

Consciousness +700, there are around 80 alive today. As we 

evolve spiritually the number will increase. However, the 

number goes down as well as up (like ‘Snakes & Ladders’!) 

Mary Magdalene asks questions about the ‘outer darkness’ 

and ‘regions of chastisement’. The Saviour answers:- 

“The outer darkness is a great dragon, whose tail is in its mouth, 

outside the whole world and surrounding the whole world. And 

there are many regions of chastisement within it. There are 

twelve mighty chastisement-dungeons and a ruler is in every 

dungeon and the face of the rulers is different one from 

another.” 

The Saviour says “... at the dissolution of the world, that is at 

the ascension of the universe, those souls will perish through 

the violent cold and the exceedingly violent fire and be nonexistent 

for ever.” 

Pistis Sophia says the only way to access the Treasury of 

Light is via the Saviour. The Saviour is also a frequency, a 

high vibration – and we all have the capacity to experience 

Christ Consciousness. 

I believe the first four books of Pistis Sophia were written 

by a female descendant of Mary Magdalene, at Lake 

Mareotis, Alexandria, Egypt in the late 1st century. 

This ancient text is relevant today as I believe we are at this 

point in history now.. 


marymagdaleneslegacy.com 

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SHAMANIC POWER (TIBETAN ENERGY) 

COURSE 

Kinesiology and Shamanic techniques and tools to help improve health and wellbeing 

We will cover: Figure 8 energy flow, The healing effect of sound, 

Spiral energy flow, Spinning vortices, Energy, stamina and vitality 

nutrition, Tibetan meridian activation, Shamanic chi rituals 

The power of ancient language and words 

Location: Laverstoke, Whitchurch, Hampshire 

love2meditate.com/shamanic-power-tibetan-energy.html 

Martin Lewis 

West Berkshire Kinesiology 

kinesiology@hotmail.co.uk 

appliedmetaphysics.co.uk 

Jovi Hoonjan 

Love 2 Meditate/Shamanic Joy UK 

jovi@love2meditate.com 

love2meditate.com 

Tibetan Energy and Vitality


HAVE YOU MET YOUR 

BODY? 

Carol Coggan 

Have you ever thought about your body? You wake up in 

the morning, go through your routine, you may or may not 

eat breakfast and feed your body, but then you go about 

your day. 

When you think about your body, it is a marvel!! The way it 

all works, we eat to feed our bodies, we sleep to allow rest, 

and in return we expect so much. We walk, run, attend 

meetings, interact with others. 

Our body is our only way of relating to the outside world. 

We expect it to do everything we ‘ask’, and are thinking 

about the next thing. 

At times, we are aware of physical ailments, and so may 

think about our body, and wonder why we are in pain. Then 

we turn to the doctor or perhaps the Angels. 

Archangel Raphael is the Archangel for healing on all levels 

– spiritual, mental, physical and emotional. It is total 

healing, full healthfulness. 

As humans, we tend to separate all these aspects, so if we 

have a physical ailment, we do not relate it to emotions. I 

was talking to a client the other day, who had difficulties in 

her marriage and experienced backache. She had an 

operation on her spine, and whilst talking to me realised 

that her spine is the main support of her body and that she 

had gone through a period of feeling unsupported. Whilst I 

am not suggesting we avoid medical diagnosis, it is always 

worth checking where our pain is, and ascertaining what 

the emotional/spiritual issue may be. 

For instance, many elderly experience hip problems. In this 

dimension people state it is old age, but often emotionally it 

is the person fearful of walking forward in life, fearful of 

the shortness of time (as they perceive it) that they have 

left. 

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You will often find when you have been under a period of 

stress, or needing your body to ‘fire on all cylinders’ that as 

soon as the stress eases, aches and pains develop, or other 

conditions. This is often the body knowing it can breathe a 

sigh of relief. It no longer has to be on high alert and 

conditions manifest. 

In the Stone Age, when man was confronted by a lion/tiger, 

he would run away immediately, the adrenal glands would 

produce adrenalin to have the energy to run and digestion, 

reproductive and growth hormone production, and tissue 

repair would temporarily stop working. 

This reaction is known as flight (from the lion), there is also 

fight, freeze and flop. Fight is self-explanatory, the freeze is 

like a rabbit who freezes in the headlights, and the flop is a 

way of ‘playing dead’. 

We do not live in this Stone Age world but our brains still 

have the amygdala part of the primitive brain, which 

operates when faced with situations. 

When people are faced with trauma or abuse, fight, flight, 

freeze and flop kick in as the way of the body protecting 

itself. I say trauma or abuse, but everyday situations can 

produce stress and tension, and whilst we do not go into 

the 4 extremes, our adrenalin increases and we are 

prepared. When you go into a meeting for example, you are 

all ‘psyched up’ and ‘prepared’. 

I wonder what is going on in your body? 

The other day a friend was organising a charity tea party. It 

was a pleasurable event and she had help, but when the 

time came, she could not eat anything as she felt the overall 

responsibility. She managed to cope but her ‘stomach was 

in knots’. 

Think about when you are anxious about anything, how is 

your body holding itself/coping. Do you grind your teeth? 

Get a headache? Sleepless nights? Upset stomach? Then 

when the ‘crisis’ is over, how does your body experience 

relief? If your ‘stomach is in knots’ then you may not feel 

like eating for some time. 

The body is not receiving fuel to give you the energy that 

you need to cope with the next issue. 

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Several people I have met and worked with are 

experiencing different degrees of cancer. We talk about 

‘battling’ with cancer, ‘fighting’ it. So often people are 

harbouring anger at their bodies for ‘letting them down’. 

Whilst I am not suggesting a cure, the body is coping with 

enough, without carrying the emotion of anger at ‘itself’. 

The body is therefore not only ‘instructed’ to fight the 

cancer, but is coping with anger at itself. 

This can be helped by recognising your emotions, or 

perhaps doing a tapping exercise. (Tapping is the Emotion 

Freedom Technique, which enables people to tap on the 

negative emotions that are preventing them from moving 

forward). Whilst tapping, one client came to realise she had 

been angry with her body, and was able to say ‘poor body’, 

realising under the anger was sadness. 

If you can move from being angry at your body or fighting 

it, then you can support it as it copes with illness. Consider 

the words you use, perhaps do not use ‘fighting’ or in a 

‘battle’. We have many words which give us clues, for 

instance disease – which essentially is dis-ease, the body is 

not at ease. We have recover – which is re-cover, where we 

cover the issues, and they return to as before. 

So how do you think about your body now? Shift the 

underlying negative emotions, because your body is 

suffering and you are not vibrating at the highest level. 

Release these negative emotions during the full moon and 

move into gratitude. Thank your body for waking up in the 

morning, and for all it does for you. Treat it as a friend. 

Feed it with nutritious food, give it adequate sleep, and 

‘ditch the worries’. 

Ask Archangel Raphael and your Guardian Angel to help 

you with this. He will help you recognise your negative 

emotions and encourage you to list your worries to him. He 

will guide you and show you the way through. It may not be 

avoiding the issue but he will help you cope and vibrate at a 

higher level. 

carolcoggan.co.uk 

hello@carolcoggan.co.uk 

fb: Carol Coggan - Angel 

Therapist/Dream Builder Life Coach 

instagram: angeltherapist_carolcoggan 

+44 (0)781 806 5514 

If you want to know more about how tapping can clear the 

negative emotions, or how to talk to Archangel Raphael, 

then do get in touch by email and we will work with the 

Angels to transform your situation – Angel therapy!! 

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This shamanic meditation takes you on a journey to meet the spirits of the crystal 

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SPIRITUALITY AND 

EVERYDAY LIFE 

John Sjovik 

Each morning I perform a miniature ceremony. I stand 

by the window, facing the patio and I greet the morning 

sun. I lift my hands with palms turned upward. Then I 

call upon my power animals and body protectors. I call 

upon each one of them and I acknowledge their 

individual qualities. I invite them to be with me during 

the day, to protect me and to assist me. And I tell them 

that I love them. 

The whole ceremony takes less than 10 minutes. When 

I have finished, I give thanks to my spirit allies and I 

express gratitude to the sun for having kept its promise 

and risen also that morning. And then I have breakfast. 

Spirituality at home 

Every home should be a place of rest and comfort. It 

should be a place where you feel safe, where you have 

control, where you are surrounded by people and 

belongings that you have chosen and that matter to 

you. 

However, it cannot be helped that the metaphysical 

aspects of what goes on in the outside world risk 

seeping into your home, into your life. News on 

television, on your mobile phone, in newspapers, radio 

and other media will affect you. It is often difficult not 

to think about what is going on in the world and not be 

emotionally affected by it. 

On a regular basis, I perform ceremonies to cleanse and 

protect my house. I burn sage incense and carry it with 

me from room to room to purify each part of my home. 

I follow up by drumming and rattling my way through 

the house, allowing the sound vibrations to fill the 

rooms with protective energy and cancel out any voids 

and pockets that could otherwise attract and maintain 

unwanted energies or beings. 

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Keep in mind that ceremonies for healing and protection should be repeated on a regular basis. Your home is 

not in an isolated place. You come and go. Your family members and other visitors come and go. They all bring 

with them vibrations and energies picked up in the outside world. As per Shamanism, everything is energy, as 

well as thoughts and feelings. Some of it may be beneficial for your home. Some of it may be detrimental to 

some extent. It is a good idea to introduce, for example, a monthly cleansing ritual of your home, just to make 

sure to neutralize any unbalances and disharmonies. 

Spirituality in the workplace 

When I worked with contract management, I regularly participated in meetings and gave presentations. This 

was a recurring cause of stress for me. People expected me to give them valid and correct information and to 

deliver it with well-chosen keywords, flowcharts and diagrams. No matter how well prepared I was, I was still 

nervous and tense each time. 

Then came a time when my private search for the metaphysical aspects of life led me to Shamanism. Amongst 

many things, I got acquainted with power animals. During the course of several workshops, I developed a 

close relationship and bond with three particular power animals; an eagle, a wolf and a fox. 

The next time I was scheduled to give a project presentation at work, I decided to request my power animals 

to assist me. So I performed a ceremony and contacted all three. I explained to them about the upcoming 

challenge of the presentation and asked them for help. They agreed to help me and we decided that I would 

be allowed to partake of their individual qualities and strengths. 

Eagle would provide his vision and ability to soar high above every situation and challenge. He would help me 

to rise to such a height that I would not get confused by details and lose myself in them. He would help me to 

see the greater picture and use details only when needed to support it. He would help me add perspective, to 

show my listeners trends and forecasts for projections of achievements and results. 

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Wolf would lend me his strength, stamina and 

intelligence. He would help me stand my ground, to 

maintain my position as well as provide leadership to 

create a productive and inclusive meeting. 

Fox volunteered to inspire me with his keen skills of 

observation and ability to interpret what is going on. He 

would help me to be ‘street smart’ and notice people’s 

behaviour and anticipate their feelings and questions. 

Fox knows how to be one step ahead. 

The day of the meeting arrived. I went early to the 

conference room to prepare myself and prepare the 

room. I closed the door to make sure no one could see 

me. Then I clapped my hands in a steady rhythm, 

mimicking the beating of a Shaman’s drum. I called 

upon my power animals and within moments, all three 

joined me. 

People arrived and I started the meeting. It went well 

and I felt the support of my power animals. Most 

importantly was that people left the meeting with a 

sense of community and having been updated and 

motivated for the continued work. And I learned how 

to improve and be even better prepared for the next 

meeting. 

Spirituality in a relationship 

We all know that relationships can be tricky to 

navigate. They often present a cocktail of desires, 

dreams, joys, anticipations, wishes, surprises, 

disappointments, all packed into a rollercoaster of 

emotions. 

Let us be adventurous and assume that a good 

approach is to try and be honest to yourself and simply 

be as genuine and “real” as you can. Keep in mind that 

your date may actually like you for who and what you 

really are. 

A good start is to try and tone down your ego. In 

Shamanism, there are ceremonies to become whole and 

empowered. 

As an alternative to visiting a Shaman, I can recommend 

guided meditations. See post note at the end of this 

article. 

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It is important to preserve your energy. Energy loss creates a risk of not being able to express your true self. 

It can make it hard for you to think clearly, make decisions and stand your ground. You become vulnerable to 

unwanted influences. 

When you feel stressed, a typical reaction within your mind is to go back to a habit. That is why some people 

always light a cigarette in stressful situations. It is a form of conditioning. However, you can train yourself and 

reprogram your Go To behaviour. Instead of lighting a cigarette, think of a time when you felt really confident 

and happy. Maybe you used to go fishing during your childhood summers. You can use that as a trigger. Next 

time you feel stressed, imagine yourself with a fishing rod in your hands (or whatever trigger is meaningful for 

you) and your confident happiness will return, which in turn will enable you to think more clearly and handle 

the present situation in a better way. 

Spirituality, escapism and personal responsibility 

This is perhaps a sensitive topic but nevertheless important to say a few words about. 

I remember a workshop on Shamanism that I participated in a few years ago. One of the other people clearly 

enjoyed the fellowship with the participants. Even though the workshop only lasted for an extended 

weekend, she quickly adjusted herself to the group and the setting and embraced it as if it were her new life. 

For her, the newly found community represented a fantastic miniature universe of love and compassion. 

Communal meals were enjoyed in fellowship and as if belonging to an extended family. In the evenings, 

people sat in the library lounge, drinking herbal tea and discussing aspects of spirituality without a word 

about politics, sports or work. 

Regrettably, the weekend finally came to an end and for the woman participant that came as a brutal shock. 

With tears, she realized that she would have to crash into the ordinary world, with all the shortcomings and 

conflict it included. It seems to me that for some people a workshop or an individual ceremony often holds 

more allure than the actual purpose of the workshop or ceremony. 

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Although the element of enjoying a couple of days of time out from everyday life is pleasant, a workshop is 

not and should not be an escape into a protective miniature world. You are supposed to learn and gain insight 

about yourself, about other people and about the privilege of being alive. Each step of the ritual becomes part 

of a transmutation process to a new self, a new definition of who you are. 

One of the things I remember from my first workshop in Shamanism was the teacher telling us that he is 

merely a guide and facilitator, not a guru or priest. He said, “Do not give me any apples.” 

It is important to always remember that you have a personal responsibility for your own healing and 

development. A surgeon can fix your broken thumb but you have to participate in the mending of your broken 

soul. A riding instructor can show you how to ride, but you have to sit on the horse yourself. 

One of my clients kept calling me and asking me if I had found the magic solution to fix all her problems. I kept 

reminding her that this is a work that we must do together, with me as support and guide and with her being 

serious and genuinely involved in her own healing. 

An acquaintance of mine suffers from anxiety and he is seeing a psychologist. He is annoyed that the 

psychologist wants him to participate in exercises to benefit his healing process. The psychologist charges a 

lot of money, so why should my acquaintance have to involve himself in the process? He is paying the 

psychologist to make him well, so he maintains that it is the psychologist’s job to find a solution. Yet, you 

cannot buy health and well-being. There is no quick fix or fast track to balance and harmony. It takes time and 

it takes a personal commitment. 

A psychologist, therapist, Shamanic practitioner, Reiki healer or any other healer is merely a support; someone 

to guide you and assist you in the process. I never attempted to give answers, when I worked with clients. 

My focus was on helping the client to ask good questions and to better understand the multiple dimensions of 

the situation. 

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A therapy session can be demanding but it can also be thrilling. During an hour or so, you are in the absolute 

focus of attention, the therapist or healer is listening carefully to your every word and is noticing your every 

movement. There is no situation in life when you are in such an intimate spotlight, except maybe when you are 

in love and enjoying a passionate infatuation with your partner. 

Spirituality just for you 

As for many children, my childhood view of the world was filled with mystery and magic. I saw connections 

which for adults were not there. There were spirits in the woods behind our house. The shadows at night were 

living beings. With Lego pieces, I built a control panel to operate an imaginary spaceship. 

When I was a child, there was magic all around. 

My teddy bear could talk and his orange fur grew long. 

My monkey toy played a drum 

And my toy car raced around the kitchen. 

My water gun sprayed patterns on the balcony 

And my cowboy hat helped me travel through time. 

I saw shadows in the street and mystical shapes passing by. 

I turned detective and learned who they were. 

The man with the lawn mower was an alien from space 

And the postman was on a secret mission. 

There was food in the fridge and my mother baked a cake. 

My dad went to work and smoked his pipe after dinner. 

John Sjovik 

Shaman Healer 

shamaqi.com 

And then I turned five... 

I did indeed turn five. I grew up and in the process, I lost much of the natural sense of spirituality I had as a 

child. My life’s path took me from the metaphysics of my childhood to the adult’s technocratic view of the 

world. It was not until I had reached a mature age that I reclaimed some of the sense of wonder of my 

childhood. 

Today when time has taken me beyond the hustle and bustle of industry and commerce, the noise and 

commotion of everyday life, I am slowly and gently rediscovering the multiple layers of realities that form the 

Universe. 

The physical world and the metaphysical aspects of it overlap like ocean waves of varying size and energy. By 

accepting and exploring all the aspects and dimensions of the world around you, you will be rewarded with a 

more meaningful life with a deeper connection to the city you live in and the countryside beyond it, to other 

people and indeed to yourself. 

To live a full life is to go beyond your basic five senses and participate in existence, with all its beauty, mystery 

and potential. 

For guided meditations, I recommend Jovi Hoonjan and Martin Lewis. love2meditate/meditations 

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Alchemical Voice - L2M - Issue 29


THE ‘THREE SELVES’ 

Martin Lewis 

...and how these impact our health. 

‘My Three Selves’ is a therapeutic psychological 

approach, in which our self-concept refers to our 

perceived knowledge, beliefs, and feelings about 

ourselves, and encompasses the elements of selfworth, 

self-image, and self-esteem. These are formed 

through our experiences, interactions, and reflections, 

which play a pivotal role in influencing our behaviour, 

emotions, and interpersonal relationships. 

A healthy self-concept promotes well-being, while a 

negative one can lead to emotional, social and health 

challenges. This can include thinking you are fat, when 

you are not, and similar thought processes. 

This approach offers a practical way of understanding 

our authentic behaviour, or ‘our truth’, and considers 

that rather than being either ‘authentic’ or 

“inauthentic,” each of us has the following three 

selves: the Authentic Self, the Adapted (intellectual) 

Self, and the Performing (child) Self. It considers that if 

we adapt to stressful situations then we are not being 

authentic, and therefore we ‘perform’ for the benefit 

of the stressor, not ourselves. 

This leads to illness and dysfunction. 

In the Three Selves approach, each of our two ‘lower 

selves' have their own distinct neurology. 

Our Conscious Waking Self relates to our cerebral 

brain (our intellectual self), spine and the lateral 

spinal nerves. Our Immune System Self (subconscious 

inner child), relates to our digestive organs, 

oesophagus and tongue. 

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John Roger, who founded the Peace Theological Seminary & College of Philosophy, stated that the function of 

these two neurologies is behind his theory that there is a thought for every feeling and a feeling for every 

thought. He is quoted as saying: “All that you want to be you already are. All you have to do is move your awareness 

there and recognise the reality [and truth] of your own Soul.” 

In effect, if we function within our authentic self, and act within our own Soul level truth, then our digestion 

works really well, and therefore we get optimal nutrition available to all parts of our body. 

So………. some questions that you might like to conjure with might be: 

Which of my two nervous systems is stronger - immune or intellect? 

Is one dominant? 

What strengthens my weaker neurology? 

What is causing me to be inauthentic? 

In effect, if we do not align with spiritual truth of ourselves, then it becomes challenging to maintain our health 

at optimum levels, digest food to provide optimum nutrients for our body, and therefore we become physically 

weak and unhealthy. 

Understanding these two neurologies is the foundation for the GAPS dietary principle, as well as its foundational 

psychology. So……….. What is the GAPS diet and who is it for? 

GAPS stands for Gut And Psychology Syndrome. It’s a term that Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride MD, PhD in 

Neurology, who also designed the GAPS diet, invented. 

Her theory is that a leaky gut causes many conditions that affect your brain, and that the way you think is the 

cause behind the leaky gut! 

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Leaky gut syndrome is the term used to describe an 

increase in the permeability of the gut wall. The GAPS 

theory is that a leaky gut allows chemicals and bacteria 

from your food and environment to enter your blood 

when they wouldn’t normally do so. In effect your 

defences are ‘leaky’, you let things bother you too 

easily, and you worry too much. 

It claims that once these foreign substances enter your 

blood, they can affect your brain’s function and 

development, causing ‘brain fog’ and conditions like 

autism. 

The GAPS diet protocol is designed to heal the gut, 

preventing toxins from entering the bloodstream and 

therefore lowering toxicity in the body. This in turn 

allows your neurology to function optimally. 

Although the link between intestinal permeability and 

disorders like celiac disease, Crohn’s, and IBS is well 

established, it isn’t clear if or how leaky gut plays a role 

in the development of mental or neurological 

conditions. 

The idea here is that your ‘leaky gut’ is actually created 

by YOU, adapting to a stress that actually you are NOT 

being authentic to… or… honest and accurate with. 

Technically you are ‘reacting’ to the stressor, and 

trying to adapt, usually for the benefit of the stressor, 

rather than taking the easy route. 

How often do you say YES, when you really wanted to 

say NO! 

Saying YES to a demand or expectation is adaptation. 

Our inner child is likely to say NO to a command fairly 

easily. As we mature we start saying YES more and 

more often, when our inner child is screaming in our 

ear - NOOO!!! 

Honesty and accuracy are fundamental conditions that 

enable your Liver and Kidneys to break down toxins via 

the excretory pathways (bowel and kidney)….. or poo 

and pee ! 

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In her book, Dr. Campbell-McBride states that the 

GAPS dietary protocol cured her first child of autism. 

She now widely promotes the protocol as a natural 

cure for many psychiatric and neurological conditions, 

including: autism, ADD and ADHD, dyspraxia, dyslexia, 

depression, schizophrenia, and many other neurological 

conditions. 

These conditions are driven by our two lower selves 

conflicting with our third self - our truth, or ‘authentic 

self ’. This conflict can be recognised through the lies 

and habits we adopt to defend and de-stress our ‘twoselves’, 

when we find it difficult to be honest and 

accurate. Richard Bach, author of Jonathan Livingston 

Seagull has said that: “the worst lies are the ones we tell 

ourselves. We live in denial of what we think, and what we 

do”… [that are harmful to our ‘selves’]. 

Habits suggest inflexibility. They are ‘a reaction’ to 

stress we feel we cannot control. Habits literally 

‘tranquillise' us, and we rarely question them. However, 

we can change a habit, if we wish to. Our Habit Body 

overlaps 90% or more with our ‘child within’ (or our 

Inner Child), so most habits are ‘inner child’ driven 

behaviours. You know you have excess reactivity if you 

find yourself saying: 

“I knew I shouldn’t have eaten it but I ate it anyway.” 

“I knew I shouldn’t have said that, but I said it anyway.” 

“I knew it was bad for me but I went and did it anyway.” 

So……. why do we react when we know better? 

Excess over- and under-reactivity is the biggest 

category of disturbance in the human experience. 

According to John Roger, most of the time, we are 

reacting too quickly to events that happen in our lives. 

Self-discipline is largely a matter of disciplining our 

reactivity on multiple levels. 

Why are we ‘of two minds’? 

This is a top/bottom (brain/gut), left brain/right brain 

split. 

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When someone is of two minds, the cerebral nervous system has one point of view, and our gut brain has 

another, different idea, goal, project or need. When our two nervous systems are not aligned (with our spiritual 

authentic truth), we are ‘of two minds’. We don’t involve our ‘gut instinct’ enough. 

We overthink things too much! 

Reactivity is also ‘liking and disliking.’ Throughout life we are constantly learning to moderate our EXCESS liking 

and disliking. We need to outgrow habits and behaviours that no longer work for us. But first we need to 

question them, and that requires us to become aware! 

We have one visible body, (physical), and four more invisible bodies: (imaginal, emotional, mental and fictitious 

(mythological). On each of these levels, we have reactions. Reactions we practice over time become habits. 

Habits we perceive working for us make us feel comfortable, and the habits and behaviours we prefer to use to 

respond to the stresses of life. 

It’s possible to go through the human experience devoting most of our time, attention and creativity to setting 

up and maintaining just our comfort zones. However, if we do this, then we can feel like, ‘How come I’m not 

getting anything accomplished’? 

If you often feel that you are not achieving, or not getting anything done, and not taking risks…. now you 

know why! You are trying to maintain ‘comfortability’. 

Excess reactivity is one of the first obstacles that we need to work on in spiritual/personal growth. However 

what I find in my clinic is that reactivity is likely to be the last issue we ever work on. Lies and habits are allpervasive 

in human experience. 

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We need to work on our ‘bad habits’ and regain our ‘inner sunshine’. ‘Inner Sunshine’ is our capacity to feel 

bouncy and ‘light’; so that, the ‘slings and arrows of outrageous fortune’ roll off us like ‘water off a duck’s 

back’. 

Adequate and efficient neuro-transmitter production is the neuro-chemistry of Inner Sunshine. 

A ‘see-saw’ exists in our unconscious. 

On either end, ‘misery’ and ‘sunshine’ go up and down. That is LIFE! If you prefer, picture this as a tug-of-war, 

back and forth. As one gains strength, the other gets weaker and vice versa. 

Misery blocks us from making inner sunshine. The game of inner sunshine is simple: Release inner misery, and 

increase inner sunshine……… stop reacting and be honest and truthful…… starting with your ‘two’ selves. 

Increasing neuro-transmitter (NT) production requires two things: 

1. High quality protein and clear metabolic pathways to assimilate it. 

2. Willingness in our unconscious to make more NTs while we sleep. 

We make the majority (80%) of our neurotransmitters only while sleeping. This means that how we make NTs 

is unconscious, in the area of our psyche where ‘willingness’ and ‘willingness to heal’ live. Hence sleeping is 

our time to heal and repair. 

Guess what? Our unconscious is plenty smart enough to block production of NTs, if it feels either unsafe to 

make them; or does not trust the purpose that our conscious self will put more inner sunshine to. 

In both the 1980s and early 2000s research suggested that optimal protein and amino acid supplements did 

not produce expected NT production in about 50% of individuals. 

Why is this?……..because increasing inner sunshine (NT production) requires a two-pronged approach. 

One is intuitive thinking about amino acid intake, clearance of metabolic pathways and the like. The other 

prong is intuitive feeling, that is the conscious sensing and attendance to where our psyche has low 

willingness to allow more inner sunshine. 

An example is reading bad news (any commonly available newspaper) while you are eating your lunch!… or 

worse - working through your lunch break!! 

Neither of these ‘habits’ create inner sunshine, they create misery, indigestion - and potential ‘leaky gut 

syndrome’. 

MARTIN LEWIS 

appliedmetaphysics.co.uk 

kinesiology@hotmail.co.uk 

+44 (0)7968 740550 

Newbury, Berkshire 

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SOUL RAYS AND CHAKRA AWAKENING 

The goal of this workshop is to enable the integration of body and soul to its 

purpose by enabling the Seven Rays to align and correlate with each other - 

that is, they need to harmonise with each other for the chakras to function 

as they are intended. 

love2meditate.com/soul-rays-and-chakra-awakening.html 

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P R A C T I T I O N E R ' S 

E N E R G E T I C P R O T E C T I O N 

O N L I N E C O U R S E 

Jovi Hoonjan 

Shamanic Alchemist 

In this course, you will 

learn where different 

'energy attacks' may come 

from. 

You will gain higher 

awareness and have a 

chance to resolve any 

energy depletion. 

l o v e 2 m e d i t a t e . c o m / o n l i n e - c o u r s e s . h t m l 

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PEOPLE OF THE 

WIND AND SUN 


They call themselves the Sámi and they live in Sapmi which is 

located in northern Sweden, Norway, Finland and the Russian 

Kola Peninsula. The Sámi are the indigenous people who have 

lived in northern Europe for at least 2,500 years and are also 

referred to as the People of the Wind and the Sun. 

It is believed that there are between 60,000 and 100,000 

Sámi living in Norway, 35,000 in Sweden, 10,000 in Finland 

and 2,000 in Russia. 

As with many indigenous tribes they were harassed and 

oppressed and they were only just recently allowed some 

independence through the Sámi Parliament. Rightly enough 

they are still seeking rectification for the injustices they have 

been subjected to. Although they are seen as one group of 

people, their rights differ from one country to the other. I will 

mostly refer to the Sámi of Sweden in this article. 

They have their own flag, national anthem - Sámi soga álávlla 

- and celebrate their national day on 6th February. That date 

was chosen because the first Sámi national assembly was held 

on that day in 1917. As late as 2010 the Swedish Constitution 

was amended to recognize the Sámi as a minority group. 

The language 

Sámi is also the name of the spoken language. Unfortunately, 

not many people know how to speak it properly nowadays 

since it has long been prohibited. Even today it is uncertain 

whether Sámi children are entitled to home language 

education. Therefore many families take their children to 

Norway to study Northern Sámi which is not one of the 

accents normally spoken in Sweden. 

In Sweden the language is divided into three main language 

groups: East Sámi, Central Sámi and South Sámi. These in turn 

have become various dialects that can be very different from 

one another. 

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The reason is because Sámi used to live as nomads until the 

beginning of the 20th century, following the reindeer as they 

wandered. 

Not many of the Sámi are involved in reindeer husbandry 

today but those who are, are considered by many to have a 

slightly higher status than others. Before the industrialized 

fishing industry took over there were also many sea Sámi, 

who made a living from fishing and hunting. Today the vast 

majority of the Sámi live just like everyone else and have any 

kind of ordinary jobs although it seems to be a growing 

interest amongst the younger generation to take some of the 

old customs back. 

The old traditions 

We don´t have polar bears walking the streets of Northern 

Sweden but we do have reindeer, the winter market in 

Jokkmokk and the Ice Hotel of Jukkasjärvi that draws many 

tourists every year. Reindeer husbandry still involves lassoing 

animals and ritual slaughter, reindeer and dogs are used for 

pulling sledges and you can still admire the Sámi art with its 

marvellous work on tin, leather, beak and drums. 

There is a traditional Sámi costume with different ornaments 

that shows which region you belong to. The mainly blue hat 

that was so popular for a while was originally worn by the 

Karesuando Sámi. There is also the "four winds cap", a cap 

with four points that originally came from the Varanger 

Peninsula. Nowadays, a variant with a brim is worn by the 

Karesuando Sámi. 

The joik is probably forever associated with the Sámi. It is a 

special kind of song, often about love and yearning, but it is 

also used religiously. You can listen to Marie Boine, Jon 

Henrik Fjällgren or Sofia Jannok and you will hear a beautiful 

mixture of the Sámi's ancient singing and modern music. 

The religion 

It is not easy to get the facts straight about what the Sámi 

religion was like in pre-Christian times. This is because most 

of what you can find in the scriptures was written down by 

priests who considered the Sámi to be pagans and thus had 

their own slant on the story. 

As with so many ancient folk beliefs, the Sámi faith was 

transformed by the influence of others. In this case, 

fragments from both the beliefs of the Vikings and the 

Christians were included. 

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From the 17th century onwards the Sámi were forbidden to 

practice their ancient customs. They even took children from 

their families to be brought up in a strict Christian way and 

many were forced to denounce their relatives. 

They could be given the death penalty if they continued to 

practice their old religion and had to operate in secret if 

persisting. In modern times, therefore, practitioners still exist 

but they have declined in numbers over the centuries. 

Laestadianism which was a Lutheran form of Christianity also 

had a major impact on the Sámi community. 

The traditional religion is a nature religion that believes that 

all of nature is animistic. It is important to be in harmony with 

all natural beings and celestial phenomena which can be both 

good and evil. It is thus a polytheistic religion with many gods 

and the dead ancestors are also highly valued. 

Sacred places 

As the Sámi were a nomadic people they often practiced their 

rituals outdoors. Some places are considered particularly 

sacred, especially mountains and rivers. This is where the 

Saajve people live, nature beings that sometimes show 

themselves to humans if they find them worthy. 

People would gather at these sacred places to honour the 

gods and also ask for wishes to come true, whether it would 

be about health, good fortune in hunting or prosperity. 

An altar would have been set up and back in the time animal 

sacrifices were undertaken - reindeer in particular - but today 

most people avoid rituals involving blood sacrifice. The altar is 

called sejta and can be anything from a stone to an entire 

mountain where you make offerings - usually coins - to the 

gods. These sejtas often have a wooden image of one of the 

many Sámi deities. Such a wooden image is called a vieromoere, 

which means sacrificial wood and the offering is called 

a viero or gierke. 

The noaidi and the drum 

The noaidi is a Sámi shaman. He is said to be in close contact 

with the spirits and gods and is often the one leading the 

ceremonies. Some noaidi are said to be able to stop and 

lessen the bleeding of wounds and read the future by looking 

at the intestines from a slaughtered rein deer. 

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In the past noaidi were mostly males but today it refers to 

anyone who has healing gifts or psychic powers regardless of 

being male or female. 

One of the noadis´ most important tools is the troll drum also 

known as the seid drum, which was banned for a long time. 

Each household used to have its own drum but not very many 

of those were saved from being burnt and today barely a 

hundred of these are left. However, there are still craftsmen 

who make drums in the old traditional way. 

The type and shape of the drum varies slightly depending on 

where it is made and for what purpose. There are mainly two 

different types; frame drums and bowl drums both covered 

with reindeer hide. They are usually decorated with paintings 

of deities, boats, reindeer and other prey. Sometimes they 

also have amulets attached to them to enhance their powers. 

The use of troll drums is mentioned in historical documents 

from the 12th century and describes how a noaidi goes into a 

trance with the help of the drum to get answers to various 

questions or to heal a sick person. There is even a smaller 

drum specifically made for fortune-telling. The latter comes 

with a hammer made of bone and a brass ring. The noaidi is 

holding the drum horizontally while drumming with the 

hammer and lets the ring bounce about until it stops. The 

signs and deities shown in the circle of the ring will then be 

interpreted. 

The three worlds 

The world is according to the Sámi divided into the upper, 

middle and underworld. 

Below several of the most important gods are mentioned so 

prepare yourself for some tongue-twisting names. 

The Upper World 

Rádienáhttje aka Väráldaráde aka Väraldenolmai is the ruler 

of the cosmos. He is also the one who creates the soul of 

each human which he brings on to Máttaráhkká. Every 

autumn a sacrificial pole is erected in honour of him to 

symbolize the world pillar that supports the firmament. 

Rádienáhkká is his wife. 

Radienpardne is the son of Rádienáhttje and Rádienáhkká and 

is said to perform whatever his father asks him to do. 

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Rananeita is their daughter and the goddess of spring and fertility. 

Beaivi is the god of the sun who gives life to all creatures through his warmth and light. In the past, a white reindeer was 

sacrificed in his honour to bring back the sun from a long cold winter. 

Beaivineita is the daughter of the sun who often accompanies her father in his work. 

Mánno is the moon goddess worshipped especially during the dark moon phase. 

Horagalles aka Dierpmis is the god of thunder who brings the rain that makes everything bloom but he is also the 

destructive lightning and fire. He has a bow and arrow - the rainbow - which is used to dispel evil forces. He is the 

protector of the noaidi when he is travelling between the worlds. 

Bieggolmai is the god of the wind, rain and snow. 

The Middle World 

Máttaráhkká is the primordial mother who lives under the floor of the hut and also carries the heavenly made body of a 

child in order to pass it on to one of her daughters to be given a gender before conception. Máttaráhkká has three 

daughters; Sáráhkká, Juoksáhkká and Uksáhkká. 

Sáráhkká lives in the fireplace and is the protector of the home and also creates girls from the heavenly created child to 

be. She also protects pregnant women and reindeer and assists in the delivery of newborns. 

Juoksáhkká lives where the drum and hunting weapons are kept. She is also the creator of boys before conception. 

Uksáhkká lives under the door of the hut and protects everyone who passes the threshold. She is also the protector of 

the infants. 

Liejbbeålmåj is the god of the hunters and rules over the wild animals. 

Lodi aka Lodisjädne is a bird lady that can provide good hunting for birds. 

Barboakke protects the migratory birds as they fly across the world. You can hear her talking to the cranes when they 

return in the spring. 

Tjáhtjeålmåj is the counselor of all waters and he is the one to turn to for good fishing luck. 

Saivaneita is a mermaid who lives in the sacred Saiva Lakes and can lure men into the depths. 

Jisenolmai aka Ritniolmai lives in the northern lights and causes the ice to settle when the hoarfrost comes. 

The middle world is also where humans live and they are seen as both earthly and heavenly. 

The Underworld 

The underground world is the home both to gods and the dead. There are also two different realms of death; Saivo and 

Rota Almo. 

Jábbmeáhkka rules in the underworld of Saivo which is a merry place. She is the one with whom the noaidi negotiates to 

recover the soul of a sick person during healing. You can also make sacrifices to Jábbmeáhkka if you wish to have a 

longer life here on earth. 

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Rota is the dangerous spirit from the dark underworld of Rota 

Aimo. He brings sickness and death if you don't show respect 

to the spirits. The greatest sacrifice you can make to Rota is a 

horse. You can also hang small boxes made of bark filled with 

food in the trees around the house for protection. 

Conclusion 

This article only shared a little about our ancient people from 

the north and like with so many other cultures from the past 

you can see similarities with newer cultures and religions as 

the latter derive and has developed from the old beliefs in one 

way or the other. 

The fact that we find the same truth in different parts of the 

world with slightly different expressions is intriguing. It seems 

like we actually believe in the same thing, we just express it 

differently. It is a fact that all people basically have the same 

needs and if we acknowledge that rather than looking at the 

differences, bridges can be built instead of being torn down. 

And if we go back to the animistic religions we will also 

understand that we are all in fact part of nature and should act 

accordingly instead of acting as self-proclaimed rulers of the 

universe. 

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