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Mindfulness is one of those buzzwords associated with meditation. When you mention meditation – or mindfulness – to some people, they instantly repeal it as spiritual bullshit practised by pretentious creatives and people who believe in fairies. But this is … Read More

Yoga is an ancient practice that has been a daily activity in parts of Asia for more than 5000 years. Records show yoga was developed by the Indus-Saravati culture of northern India and was included in the Rig Vedas, the … Read More

What Are The Seven Stages of Grief? Grief is inevitable at some stage in life. Most people will lose a family member or pet. Sometimes grief comes when you lose something you cherish. The breakup of a long-term relationship is … Read More

Advancement in technology has brought tremendous benefits to the health sector. Complex procedures and operations can now be done safely in a conducive environment as opposed to in the past when the equipment used were crude and risky. Modern gadgets … Read More

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Ancient sages in China developed the Yin-Yang principle as a philosophic means of interpreting natural phenomena. The idea is based on the theory that everything is composed of Qi (energy) and five elements which they classified as wood, fire, earth, … Read More

The 12 archetypes feature so predominantly in the ancient mythologies of multiple cultures they cannot be passed off as inconsequential. It is not a coincidence that ancient cultures from all over the world placed an important significance on the number … Read More

Wise sages that crafted esoteric symbolism used nature to explain the secrets of life. The wisdom behind the veil of ancient symbolism in the four directions reveals the true nature of man.  It made sense for priests to use elements … Read More

The outbreak of the novel coronavirus – Covid-19 – is causing a lot of disruption in the lives of everybody. Whilst I believe we will adapt to the “new normal” relatively easily, politicians and mainstream media are creating a lot … Read More

Ancient wisdom is timeless. The knowledge handed down to us by the wise sages of old is as relevant today as it was thousands of years ago. Furthermore, it’s arguably the best life advice you will find for the purpose … Read More

Several years ago, I was staying with my father and a news item came through the TV: 350 UK schools are introducing mindfulness meditation to adolescent children at school. My father’s response to this announcement was: “Well, I’ve never heard … Read More

“Adopt the pace of nature; her secret is patience.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson Patience, in any walk of life, is a supreme virtue. Patience gives you the ability and the power to control your mind and emotions. By doing so … Read More

If you only read one article on this blog, let it be this one. The 12 Adityas in Hindu mythology explain the evolution of consciousness from its primordial unformed state into energy that transforms into karmic manifestation.  And according to … Read More

The collective unconscious is a topic that divides opinion. For some, Carl Jung’s controversial theory provides profound psychological insights into the human psyche. Others label the concept as ‘pseudoscience’ on grounds that the theory cannot be scientifically proven. When I … Read More

The Rig Veda names Aryaman as one of the 33 most important gods of the Hindu pantheon. On that basis alone, it is worth looking into the esoteric symbolism surrounding the ancient deity to determine what lessons modern man can … Read More

This 10-minute chakra meditation will take you through the seven energy centres of the eastern chakra system. The goal is to open your chakras, but you can use it to balance your chakras and strengthen your energy centres as well. … Read More

This is a very simple meditation to open your chakras. You can perform it in as little as ten minutes. If you’re new to meditation, practice this chakra opening ritual every day for a week and you will start to … Read More

If you suffer from anxiety and depression, I know how yo feel. I struggled with social anxiety for at least 20 years, maybe more. In my search for a cure, I visited several psychologists with zero results. The anxiety exercises … Read More

How To Identify Your Weaknesses and Transform Them Into Strengths The four elements feature heavily in every ancient culture around the world. Our ancestors had a profound understanding of how the symbolic elements of air, earth, water and fire affect emotions … Read More

The psyche as a totality contains male and female opposites. Carl Jung classified the masculine counterpart in women as the animus. In simple terms, the animus is the corresponding representative of the masculine principle in a woman’s unconscious. The consequences … Read More

Human consciousness is complex; so complicated in fact that modern science is struggling to come to terms with the unpredictable and unexplainable “phenomena” that is pure consciousness. Scientists that do attempt to explain the nature of consciousness are criticised for … Read More

The anima archetype plays a central role in the psychological development of a man. She represents the “True Self” and possesses the secret knowledge of the unconscious which ultimately serves as a bridge between the ego and the world of … Read More

Several weeks ago, I published an article about the Hindu god, Agni. In the article, I presented evidence the ancient Sanskrit writers of India understood consciousness and the psychology of humans. The esoteric symbolism in the Rig Veda indicated the … Read More

Esoteric symbolism can be used to help you make decisions, discover your True Self, and ultimately…… Read More

Hindu mythology is rich in symbolism and meaning. The symbolic meaning of Agni is a profound example and underscores the genius of ancient Sages. The timeless wisdom left for us in mythology and religious scripture is truly beneficial. However, to … Read More

Everyone has a father complex. From a positive perspective, the influence a father has on the impressionable mind of a child is mental strength, will power and self-esteem. Essential qualities of character such as these are the foundations on which … Read More

Christ-Consciousness in the Pineal Gland  The esoteric symbolism surrounding Jesus represents many things. Very rarely, however, is He associated with the mind or the third-eye chakra. In terms of the Self, Christians identify JC with the body. Some Christians even … Read More

According to the psychoanalysts, Carl Jung, the root of every psychological complex has an archetype at its centre. The mother complex can be one of the most disruptive entities in the psyche. She can manifest as sadness, depression, feelings of … Read More

Lions appear in the symbolism of multiple cultures. From the jungles of Africa, these enigmatic beasts adorn the doorways of temples, civic buildings and fountains in Europe, Asia and the Americas. The male lion was considered as a solar symbol … Read More

Early Buddhist writers created a system that explains the realms of existence; heaven, hell and everything in between. The concept has been interpreted literally by some commentators so that people become transfixed with the idea of reincarnation. Yet this is … Read More

As a young boy, I had a recurring dream. Close to where I lived was a clearing with unkempt grass and a partly demolished brick wall. In my dream, the clearing was a pond and I was being chased by … Read More

Yogic breathing exercises have been practised in India and further afield for thousands of years. Deep breathing is known to improve the efficiency of oxygen exchange in a way that benefits the mind and the body. Medical research shows the … Read More

It seems hard to imagine how rich in meaning a simple cross can be. But this most familiar of symbols has more esoteric meaning than you can shake a stick at – or even two sticks.  The cross is one … Read More

It is quite understandable why people dismiss gematria as mystical nonsense. How can numbers teach you lessons? Life does not work like that right? There is no cosmic magician conjuring messages for you from the depths of the Universe! Or is there?… Read More

I once gave a talk about interpreting ancient symbolism to the American International Women’s…… Read More

Buddhist legend says that when Gautama Buddha meditated under a Peepal Tree and reached nirvana in Bodh Gaya, east India, he realised “four noble truths.”  History records that after some deliberation, the enlightened prince Siddhartha returned to Sarnath re-join the … Read More

The symbolic meaning of 18 is an ambiguous number associated with the Moon and the Hermit. The Moon is a symbol of mystery and intuition, whilst the Hermit indicates the initiate needs to take time out from distractions to contemplate … Read More

The symbolic meaning of the number ten signifies a new cycle of life has begun. The one and the zero are reunited whereby energy has take its full course and transformed or stayed the same. How energy transforms is determined … Read More

Shiva is the most powerful of the three Gods in the Hindu Trimurti and also the most complex….… Read More

According to mainstream Buddhism, the Umbrella or Parasol is a symbol of protection from illness…… Read More

Symbols used in Buddhism and other religions have hidden meanings. Organised groups give you one version which is a small piece of the jigsaw. The exoteric meaning you find on Master Mind Content, however, is more revealing. On this page, … Read More

The lotus flower is the most distinguished and recognisable symbol of Buddhism (and Hinduism)….… Read More

The pentacle can be traced to Mesopotamia where it was used by the Sumerians and Babylonians…… Read More

Symbols have secret meanings. A lot of people don’t believe me when I say that. But they have…… Read More

The square is used symbolically in spiritual and esoteric artwork to represent attributes of the four…… Read More

Valencia on the east coast of Spain is an attractive and inspiring tourist destination. With a laid…… Read More

The sword is an alchemical symbol representing the power of thought, purification and transformation….… Read More

Even if you are not clued up on esoteric symbolism, I expect you will recognise the image of two crossed keys….… Read More

The official interpretation of serpent symbolism is that it means wisdom, but as I will explain in this article…… Read More

Throughout the course of history, the Celtic cross appears to have served several purposes; for both…… Read More

The Star of David and the Seal of Solomon are curious symbols that have a mysterious history….… Read More

In the abbreviated version decoding the symbolic meaning of the number 33, I illustrated in…….… Read More

On a recent visit to Zakynthos, also known as Zante, a small island off the east coast of mainland…… Read More

 When Siddhartha Buddha emerged from his moment of enlightenment he realised there were four noble truths of suffering, of which, the final truth incorporates the Noble Eightfold Path. Also known as the Eight Bringers of Good Fortune – which a … Read More

Most people are probably familiar with the chant of Aum during meditation. It is also a symbol…… Read More

There are 33 Crore Gods (or 330 million – 1 Crore equals 10 million) in the Hindu Pantheon…… Read More

Once you notice symbols around you, they appear everywhere. The same ones will…… Read More

New meditators can often struggle with meditation. I certainly know I did when I first tried…… Read More

If scientists and religious leaders ever came together to agree on one principle, it would be that…… Read More

There is a misconception about mindfulness meditation. It seems to have become a buzzword and…… Read More

The Vesica Piscis represents balance and creation. But as I will demonstrate in this article…… Read More

Most people are familiar with the seven body chakras, that run up the spine. But Ayurveda yogis say….… Read More

Organised religions have a backstory which involves a historical founder. Yet curiously there is always…… Read More

The circle is the oldest symbol known to man. With a single point in the centre of a circle, it is…… Read More

Esoteric symbolism is different from standard symbolism. Esoteric means hidden information that is only known to those with specialist, or secret, knowledge. For example, now you are researching the esoteric meaning of the number 20, you will learn that the … Read More

Of all the Hindu Gods, Vishnu is the most difficult to interpret. The roles in which Vishnu appears in Hindu…… Read More

Nobody told me decoding ancient symbolism would be easy and it does require a lot of digging, but it…… Read More

The enigma of the number twenty-three has captured the imaginations of the public for decades. The mysterious number features repeatedly throughout history, is associated with the dates of births and deaths of significant figures, and has been the inspiration for … Read More

Lord Ganesh is arguably the most recognisable of all the Hindu Gods. The distinguishable elephant…… Read More

The statue of the God, Shiva performing the cosmic dance, is one of the most iconic and enigmatic…… Read More

In ancient Vedic literature, Lord Indra is depicted as a war god, a destructive force that yields…… Read More

Be a Sinner and a Saint. Just as Nature Intended! Have you noticed the number seven appears a lot in ancient myth and religious scripture? This is not a coincidence. Ancient cultures were enamoured by the ‘divine’ seven and associated … Read More

Hindu mythology teaches us about the creation of the universe, human nature and the essence of…… Read More

For the past week, I have been in Chiang Mai, Thailand and keep seeing elephants. Not the enigmatic…… Read More

In a nutshell, Vedanta is a philosophy of life that teaches mankind how to liberate the mind from the…… Read More

When you visit a Buddhist temple in Asia, you will probably see a statue of an elephant and a monkey….
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As the hexagon is found throughout nature, organised religions insist it is a symbol of harmony and balance….… Read More

In an earlier article, titled “What are the Lokas in Hindu Mythology”, I explained how the esoteric…… Read More

The jewel of Yogyakarta is undoubtedly the majestic temple complex of Prambanan. Built in the…… Read More

Before you can be formally recognised as a Buddhist, initiates are encouraged to “take refuge”…… Read More

The golden fish in Buddhist symbolism has been lifted directly from ancient Vedic mythology. The Hindu God….… Read More

The victory banner is a symbol in Tibetan Buddhism that celebrates enlightenment. More precisely it…… Read More

Today the vase is typically used to collect money, thus alludes to material wealth. However,….… Read More

The Endless Knot is perhaps the most complex of Buddhist symbols to understand. The orthodox meaning is typically shallow, and the true meaning is complicated. However, I will do my best to explain in terms that can be easily understood. … Read More

In esoteric symbolism, the number two represents duality. The deeper meaning of this is a reflection of the Self because two is derived from one plus one.  At the deepest level of esoteric meaning, the two represents the conscious mind … Read More

The symbolic meaning of 22 has both positive and negative meanings. When things are going well for you, 22 is a number you want to see recurring in your life. The number 22 is a master number and essentially expresses … Read More

The number 19 is a card of enlightenment, represented by The Sun in the Tarot. In gematria 1+9 = 10 which is further reduced to 1+0 = 1, the number of new beginnings.  The difference between the esoteric meaning of … Read More

The esoteric meaning of the number 16 indicates you have recently acquired new knowledge and face a decision. You will need to call upon qualities such as strength and self-control. In the case of addiction, the 16 will appear if … Read More

The symbolic meaning of the number twelve is a number we find consistently appearing in ancient myths and legends and modern-day organised religions.  In one sense, the symbolic meaning of the number twelve is essentially a continuation of the eleven whereby … Read More

In my opinion, the symbolic meaning of the number 11 is often misrepresented. Whilst angel numbers put a position spin on the symbolic meaning of 11, 111 and 1111 (which is nice), esoteric systems of symbolism tend to swing the … Read More

The esoteric meaning of nine relates to the ultimate completion of a life cycle, after which the sequence of numbers reverts to zero as we find in gematria. The nine is the final dimension whereby divine energy manifests itself on … Read More

Whereas the number seven represents completion, the symbolic meaning of the eight is an indication that you have acquired wisdom and are operating at a higher vibration.  The symbolic meaning of eight was prevalent in ancient cultures as they devoutly … Read More

The symbolic meaning of zero primarily relates to potential. It is the starting point from which all other numbers follow. The same principle can be applied to life; every reality you experience is the result of conscious activity. Starting from … Read More

The lessons to learn from the symbolic meaning of six are harmony, balance, sincerity, love, and truth. We are required to call upon the energy of the six when dealing with diplomacy and sensitive matters. It is the ability to … Read More

25km south-east of the Laos capital, Vientiane, is Buddha Park, a collection of curious sculptures featuring over 400 stone carvings inspired by Hindu mythology. Built in 1958, by a Hindu-Buddhist monk, Luang Pu Bunleua Sulitat, Buddha Park is a fascinating … Read More

The symbolic meaning of 15 is best explained by the 15th card of the Major Arcana in the Tarot deck – The Devil. In the alchemical table, the archangel Uriel is also depicted as The Devil.  But The Devil card … Read More

The symbolic meaning of the number 17 is associated with transformation or resurrection, given it is the manifestation of knowledge acquired at the stage of the number 16. The result can be either negative or positive depending on the choices … Read More

The number 21 is a deeply spiritual number that ultimately brings together the third cycle 7th cycle of energy transformation. Energy transmutes in stages of three and seven times three is 21. Essentially the 21 is the manifestation resulting from … Read More

The spiritual meaning of the number five is believed to be magical, but more often than not is a number associated with mankind. The five-pointed star is said to represent the head and limbs of a human being.  However, this … Read More

The symbolic meaning of number four is another highly predominant number that consistently reveals itself in ancient symbolism. It represents stability, the body, and the illusion of time – the 4th dimension.  The scared number is typically epitomised in squares … Read More

The number seven in alchemical thought may not be the pinnacle, but it is certainly the goal. It represents spiritual awareness and inner-wisdom that can bring forth extra-sensory power seen in number 8. The symbolic meaning of seven is believed … Read More

The symbolic meaning of the 13 is often associated with bad luck. Or possible good luck. In England, the expression, “unlucky for some,” is attributed to this mystical and magical number. However, the 13 actually relates to the ending of … Read More

The three is one of the most important numbers in ancient symbolism as it represents completion, or to create something in the physical realm. The hermetic principle of three is therefore known as the number of manifestation, the product of … Read More

The sounding of a bell is a signal that informs us of something; the start or end of mass or class, an emergency, a wake-up call or, in the case of the old town crier, to grab attention before making … Read More

When you see synchronicity in numbers and symbols over a short space of time (say like 2 days to a week), you should stop and take notice. The repetition of the number one is obviously a very common occurrence. I … Read More

It has become a custom in Europe to play pranks on one another on April 1st. We call it April Fools’…….… Read More

The esoteric meaning of the 14 relates to, introspection, self-control and independence. But for those that fail, the 14 signals a time of turmoil.  The 14 has the double power of the divine seven which represents the female principle of … Read More

The Dharma Wheel is a core symbol of Buddhist teaching. Together with the lotus flower, it is the most…… Read More

Stupas are universal throughout Asia. They are said to represent the burial mound the historical Buddha, Prince….… Read More

Interpreting Ancient Symbolism at Phra Prang Sam Yod Travellers meandering through Thailand might want to check out Lopburi. Or maybe not. There’s not much there other than ancient Khmer ruins riddled with monkeys. Located around 150 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, … Read More

Once you understand the meanings of esoteric symbolism, churches, cathedrals and temples make much…… Read More