DIRECTION: EAST

DIRECTION: EAST The direction of the East holds the energy of the intellect and delves into the realm of Thoughts. Stepping into the East is the beginning of knowing who the "self" is. Through this discovery we are able to make a new beginning and become prepared for the remainder of our journey.

The quality embraced by the East is that of enlightenment and truth. Through the East we begin to see where we are - we receive insight that comes from our understanding that our human existence is interwoven with all things. Here we find the courage to extend our visions - to see the broader picture of our lives. Here we gain perspective.

The totem of the East is the Eagle. The Eagle soars high and has the ability to see great distances. Eagle receives inspiration from Great Spirit, and brings balance into our lives. Another totem of the East is Dragonfly, who is the shatterer of illusions and heralds transformation through the power of truth.

The element of the East is Air - the Wind. Wind is movement and freedom - the clearing of thoughts and the carrier that allows us to manifest our dreams. Wind reminds us of the power of things we cannot see or touch. Air represents the power of the mind.

The color of the East is yellow. Yellow is the color of the solar plexus chakra, and brings us the energy of adventure as this energy is the first stop in connecting us to the hub or our center.

The Kingdom associated with the East is the Human Kingdom. Here we see the dual nature of man - child of earth reflecting the magic and power of the Great Mystery.

The time period of the East is the present. It is important to see what is before you with clear eyes and to set your intention with knowledge of the truth. The power of the present lies in the quality of that moment - that is why it is important to live "in" the present moment. This is where you begin to show up for and get present to your life.
The season of the East is Spring. Spring is the awakening of new life. It is becoming aware of what lies within ourselves and what lies outside of ourselves. Thoughts are something we put into our bodies and then our bodies respond by presenting us with a feeling about that thought. We create our thoughts and then they create our life. Use the time of the East to see what you have been creating and where you are headed in your life.


EAST QUALITIES
Question: Who Am I?
Aspect: Intellectual
Realm: Thought
Matter: Gas/Vapor
Consciousness: (Surface Mind)
Attribute: Knowledge
Keyword: Perceive
Plane: Mental
Brain Wave (North to East): Alpha – 6-12 Hz (Relaxed/Reflecting & Daydreaming/Light Meditation)
Earth Time: 6am - Sunrise
Astrological signs: Aries, Taurus, Gemini
Planets: Mars, Taurus, Mercury
Baqua: Health, Knowledge (NE), Wealth (SE)
Traits: Perspective, Clarity, Wonder, Observation, Curiosity, Synchronicity, Signs, Messages, Shattering of illusions, Breaking with Denial, New beginnings, Intentionality, Surrender, Awareness, Realization, Revelations, Mindfulness, Resuscitation, Seeing the big picture, Noticing, Paradox, Serenity, New Truth, Humbleness
Animal Guides: Eagle, Dragonfly
Alchemical Bird: Black Crow
Elemental Guide: Air
Kingdom: Human
Season: Spring (Spring Equinox – Asserting the Warrior Within)
Time: Present
Chakra: Brow (Third eye)/Throat
Sephirot: Hod (Surrender), Gevurah (Justice)
World: Briah/Creative
Angelic Guide: Michael
Practice: Qigong/Yoga/Tai Chi
Sutra/Mantra: Naming/Mindfulness Meditation
Celestial Body: Stars
Breath: Inhale – full
Metaphors: Detective, infant, egg, seed, scarecrow
Virtues: Prudence
Love: Phileo (Brotherly love)
Skill: Discernment
Sense: Smell
Color: Yellow
Stones: Smoky Quartz, Fluorite, Labradorite, Sodalite
Toltec Wisdom: Be impeccable with your word.
Instrument: Wand
Universal Law: Know Yourself
Human Needs: Breath (Inhale/Exhale)
Substance: Oxygen
Serenity Prayer: Grant me the serenity…
Commandments: Have no other Gods before me. Do not bear false witness.
Sacrament: Confirmation - (Receiving of the Breath of Life/Holy Spirit)

SHADOWLANDS:Shadow: Abandonment
Fear/Lie: I am alone.
Fall: Betrayal
Antidote: Truth

Ritual: Set Your Intention - Start the Journey
Goal: Tell the truth to yourself about yourself
Activity: Write about one time that you have betrayed, deceived or harmed another or your self.
Visualization: Observation/Disruption
Rx: Divination, Chakra Clearing & Balancing, Transcendental Meditation, Journaling, Breath work, Reiki and Energy Healing, AromaTherapy, Space Clearing/Feng Shui, Yoga, Pure Light Blessing (Deeksha), DNA Activation, Adept Initiation, Pipe Ceremony



EAST POINTS: Awareness, Realization, Surrender

	Intention: I come into full awareness that suffering is due to attachments (addictions) which ultimately form as a result of the denial of my interconnectedness with all that is and my rightful place in the universe.
	Affirmation: I have come to the realization through personal experience that the intelligence of mankind is not the only intelligence at work in the universe.
	Result: I am committed to seek the Truth in all things in order to restore my connection with my center and to reconnect my Will with that of my highest purpose.

Twelve Steps Reference: 1, 2, 3
 We admitted we were powerless over our addiction--that our lives had become unmanageable. – Awareness
 Came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity. – Realization
 Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God as we understood Him. - Surrender


EAST EXPERIENCES:
Radical Self Acceptance
All is as it should be
The Power of Intention
The Art of Doing without Doing
Synchronicity & Coincidence
Shattering of Illusions
Breaking with denial
Lies creating separation
Disruption of what was before
Thoughts as life forms
The dance of Thoughts and Feelings
The Second Attention or The Silent Witness
Being guided by mistakes
Understanding the fallacy of misfortune
Becoming the Tracker
Life force renewal
Zooming out
The role of animals & archetypes
Environmental energies
A willingness to be educated by all things
Increased powers of deduction and reasoning
Increased powers of observation
Everything happens for a reason
Curiosity and wonder
Opposite Thinking
Perception of other realities
Taking off the Blinders
Acceptance of the truth
Seeing the forest AND the trees
Investigation before condemnation
Thought disruption
The purpose of the left-brain
New thoughts about old ideas
New high and vital energy
Secrets revealed in the obvious
Undeniable signs of other intelligent life
You cannot know, what you cannot know
Knowledge from the gut
Magical Beings and Divine Helpers
The Power of Earth Angels
The Power of Wind and Air
Deep Knowings
New Insights and fresh perspective
Call to adventure
Noticing with new eyes
Seeing the big picture
The Power of Truth
Evidence of the Hidden Machine of the Universe
The Winds of Changez
New Beginnings