Visualization

Visualization

Visualization

Visualization is the process of forming positive thoughts as a means of creating wellness.

Initial uses of visualization in healing were investigated, developed and pervaded the thought of the ancient mystery schools. The earliest records go as far back as the ancient Babylonians and Sumerians. A common thread intertwined in the developing thought was a belief in the power of spirit over matter and mind over body and the intrinsic healing capabilities possible. Records of ancient Egypt and Babylonia, through the middle ages and right up to modern times, include accounts of healing, that utilize visualization in one form or another.

Among the forty-two books of Hermes, considered to be the earliest-known founder of the art of healing, there are six which are medical, classified as the Pastophorus or "image-bearers." In the Middle-Ages, Paracelsus (14931541) devoted his entire life to the study of Hermetic healing. Many remarkable cures are ascribed to him. Although the medical fraternity of the times maligned him, he was adored by the masses and extolled on his tombstone: "Here lies buried Philip Theophastus the famous Doctor of Medicine who cured Wounds, Leprosy, Gout, Dropsy and other Incurable Maladies of the Body, with wonderful Knowledge and gave his goods to be divided and distributed to the Poor."

The Essenes, early Christian mystics who are considered the progenitors of modern Freemasonry, were also healers of this order. According to Manly Palmer Hall, the name "Essene" is derived from an ancient Syrian word meaning "physician." The Essenes are believed to have held as their purposes of existence the healing of mind, soul, and body.

Visualization is the mental creation of a visual image of the desired goal. Though we call it visualization, if done in vivid detail there may also be sounds, smells, and tactile sensations developed in the picture. It is only done well if we are already accomplished in the art of concentration. Doing visualization regularly can assist in developing strong concentration. That is, the practice of visualization brings benefits no matter what your level of accomplishment.

Visualization is literally the enlistment of the aid of the Cosmos in achieving our life change. It is not just a motivator, though it will do that. It is not just a way of getting in touch with the subconscious, though it does that too. It is a tool, which the user soon finds verges on the miraculous in accomplishing tasks thought impossible before. It enlists powers which conventional science and psychology do not at the current time admit exist.

The successful practitioner of visualization will soon find doors opening for no clear reason. Apparently unconnected events will become manifest and make realizing the dream possible. The unconvinced will become suddenly enamored of an idea, and the unavailable will become receptive. Visualization is a powerful tool and one well worth mastering.

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