Mandala - Sanskrit word meaning container for essense, circle, totality, completion or primordial sound.
Mandala, is the 'space' where the inner and outer worlds meet, a 'place' that can hold and represent the powerful energy of intention (creation). I use Mandala's in Psychic Art as objective 're-mind-ers' to shift the vibration of the perceiver,to the 'right' frequency to attract a specific 'goal' or 'quality'. Learning to create your own Mandala's is very empowering, and an empowering way to practice the art of focusing your mind. See events page for workshops and talks on Mandala's.
Remember Mandala's are powerful tools and should not be taken lightly or abused. If used with a reverence for life, respecting the free will of others, the Mandala will serve its maker very well.
Visual Mandala's are often circular or geometrical, although we need not be limited by that idea. The yellow smiley face icon is probably the most well known visual mandala in the western world - designed to reproduce the energy of a smile and as you can see it often generates a smile in the observer!
Remember to think carefully about any works of art you hang in your home, each contains the energy of the artist as well as the subject of the picture and can affect the energy of all those who see it regularly... that means you!
Sound Mandala's often take the form of chants, mantras, resolutions or pieces of music written to evoke the feeling of a theme; often achieved in film music, by gifted composers. They are used to accompany messages in advertising as a memorable 'sting'.
A variety of sound Mandala's created on Tibetan singing bowls and gongs by Sound Healers, such as Ian Dale are widely reported to have induced beneficial responses in line with the intentions. Visual Mandala's can also be created from these sound mandala's to add a visual dimension to them.
An example of healing energy Mandala created by Psychic Artist June-Elleni Laine can be seen here this Mandala was done during a healing sound session at a Mandala workshop at the Jamjung Budist Centre for Alternatives in London. Just look at it without thinking and notice how you feel. The intention was to release any unwanted energy that no longer serves your highest good. Feedback welcome hereClick here to read feedback from Mandala workshops
You can also experience some sounds for yourself on Tracks 6 and 7 on the companion CD The Art Of Being ... Psychic; these are are powerful sound Mandala's created by soundologist Terri Jerome and sound healer Ian Dale to specifically trigger the intuitive right-side of the brain. Often peoples reaction, especially to track 7 is "I can't think straight when its on!" Of course, that is the point! Listen to sound byte do 'nothing' as you listen.
Also check out the book, which teaches how to make Mandala's here
How Do Mandala's Work?
Mandala's work on a very subtle level, like homeopathy and to some extent they are similar to a talisman. Because of their subtleness, they are very powerful. As your awareness of energy and your ability to focus increases, it is possible to create Mandala's that can evoke very powerful results in all who perceive them. Mandala's can be developed for specific purposes, such as to promote healing, upliftment, protection or even specific physical manifestations from a new pair of shoes to a whole new lifestyle. The most powerful and helpful use of a Mandala in my opinion, is one that you create yourself, to promote personal values and qualities, such as honesty, peace, love, happiness and power. These are more valuable that material wealth because they can never be lost or stolen and will continue to attract all that is appropriate to your highest good.
Both sound and visual Mandala's energy will reflect the strength, clarity and focused intention of its creator. Naturally the clearer and more focused you become, the more potent your Mandala's will be.
Types of Mandala's covered in workshops and/or individual sessions:
If you feel inspired to do a Workshop, see Events or book a Mandala Experience with me in person, info here1.Self Enquiry
2.Clearing
3.Healing
4.Manifestation
a. Objective
b. Subjective
5. Life Mandala's - are extraordinary projects to create over a period of time and are life changing. They are embarked upon after a clearing, and are prepared for with great care and attention.
For some of the many benefits of Mandala's watch out for my new book: Mandala's - The Art Of Creating The Future - publishing in 2009 from o-books
Meanwhile its always lovely to receive something useful free, here's one for you with luv from me!
June-Elleni LaineWater - is the most amazing conductor of energy. I have a Mandala of 'Love' placed under a jug of drinking water, it tastes amazing! :) Words, colour and image, something for both brain hemispheres to react to ... double strength! Get creative and give it a try! Or you may download this image for your own use free just to get you startedor buy a set of coastershere.
See evidence of water's ability to change when sent the energy of love visit here... and remember approx 75% of the 'matter' in our physical body is water!