Think positive - It effects your body

Kids – Here is the fascinating research story I shared with you last weekend, give it a good read and try to reflect on it. In this modern age, our brains are wired scientifically and our thinking only 'logical', which makes it very hard to relate to abstract theories provided in the scriptures. This 'scientific' experiment gives us a good insight into how our body is effected by positive thinking & vibrations.

The Connection: Up to 70% of our body is water (the third element of nature).

Food for thought: If you have ever been to a temple (which am sure you all have), what is that one simple Hindu ritual that comes to mind after you read this story? Post your comments.

The Message from the Water:

As time passes and our ability to observe our bodies and the world grows, it is becoming increasingly clear that the knowledge passed down to us by Spiritual Teachers from all ages and traditions has far more practical value than we ever imagined. Religious instructions such as the Ten Commandments, are proving to be more than mere rules to help us gain entry to a future Heaven. As we evolve, it is becoming obvious that such spiritual guidelines are actually common sense suggestions, compassionately handed down to us in hopes that we will stop hurting ourselves. When we stop hurting ourselves, happiness and health will dawn naturally.

Japanese researcher, Dr. Masaru Emoto, has documented some very interesting observations which many say, prove that our thoughts have the power to transform our physical world—not only the power to transform our bodies, (this has already been proven), but to transform the world around us simply by adjusting what we do with our minds.

Take a moment to ponder…imagine if this were really true; that we actually have the power to influence the world with our thoughts. Now… consider the notion that if this is true, it must have always been true. We would then have to accept that our past thoughts have already influenced our bodies and our world and that our past thoughts and actions have contributed to the creation of everything we experience today. For some, this is a responsibility too great to bear and so they may consciously or subconsciously block out this knowledge. Facing this truth is one of the great challenges of our time. Putting this knowledge to use by actually choosing to redirect the activity of our minds in every moment, takes a tremendous amount of courage, patience, persistence and honest self-reflection.

Science is catching up

For over ten years, Dr. Emoto has been observing and reporting some remarkable discoveries concerning the ability of water to reflect its environment. These observations have been well documented in several of his books. Dr. Emoto first established that healthy water, when frozen, forms an intricately shaped crystal with concentric patterns similar to a snowflake.

Dr. Emoto conducted his experiments by freezing droplets of water which he then observed under a dark field microscope with photographic capabilities. By photographing water from many sources, Mr. Emoto discovered fascinating information about the differences in the structures that are created when water is frozen. He noted that water from pristine mountain streams and springs form beautiful, geometric designs whereas, water from a polluted source or stagnated water from pipes and storage dams show a completely different and distorted shape:

Dr. Emoto found that its molecular shape easily transforms to reflect its environment. When we look at water with our eyes it does not appear to change. However, on the molecular level, water is constantly changing. These changes are in direct response to its surroundings.

This fascinating phenomenon is why Dr. Emoto affirms that water has a message for us. It is not always easy to see the effects of our thoughts and actions on the world. Since water mirrors its surroundings, all we have to do is look in that mirror to witness, how the way we live, is affecting the world.

Dr. Emoto also conducted experiments to observe the effects of music on the structure of water. He played different types of music to different bottles of water for several hours and then photographed the resulting crystals.

He then explored how thoughts and words would affect the structure of untreated, distilled water. Distilled water is like dead or blank water. During the distillation process, the water is completely stripped of any pollutants. At the same time, it is also stripped of all healthy materials such as minerals. Dr. Emoto taped words and messages printed from a word processor, onto several bottles of water and left them overnight. Again, the results were amazing…

We have all experienced a change in our feelings while participating in, or being witness to conversations that are negative or focused on gossiping. Who hasn’t felt the discomfort of being around a person who is consistently negative? Most of us can also relate to how music affects our mood. A sad song brings us down, while an upbeat song can boost our energy and make us smile and dance. A gospel song can inspire gratitude and awe while our national anthem may engender feelings of pride or patriotism.

Our bodies reflect our moods by creating certain chemical and molecular configurations. The configuration of the body then begins to affect the environment. Have you ever noticed that when you are in a sad mood you tend to enjoy sad songs more than when you are in a happy mood? This is the law of like attracts like.

The truly compassionate thing to do, as this research is suggesting, is to maintain your high vibration while gently offering the other person a way to raise their own. They won’t always accept your offer. However, you will silently affect the molecules in their body by remaining conscious. This is accomplished by allowing, but not succumbing to, lower vibrational thoughts, while at the same time, cultivating the higher frequencies of love and gratitude. The mind with the strongest focus will eventually transform the vibration of its environment.

So, what can we do?

Our bodies are comprised of 70% water. Water also covers over 70% of the Earth’s surface. Since this is true, we can use this new research to develop some very practical and intelligent habits to enhance our lives. Many spiritual traditions suggest that the vibration of Love and Gratitude are the highest known to mankind. Blessing our environment with thoughts of love and gratitude is an excellent and intelligent use of our time. Whenever you come into contact with water, food, people and plants, gently think to yourself “I love you” and/or “Thank you”. When you do this, take a moment to breathe deeply and let go of all of your worries and stresses. Be present and effortlessly feel the love you are sending with these simple thoughts.

The periods just before sleeping and just after waking are special times, during which, we are extra receptive to suggestions from our mind. Practicing this effortless exercise at these times is exponentially beneficial.

The truth is you do not need an event or a reason to do this exercise. You can engage in this activity whenever you remember to do so. It is not always easy to justify spending our time and energy on activities, the results of which, we cannot see with our own eyes. It is the hope of many that this new research will deepen our understanding and acceptance of the benefits that are derived from blessing our bodies and our environment with these loving thoughts.

Source: Ishaya Meditation, a high vibrational technique to help still the mind and generate deep rest and healing.