Delphi Ellis

Mantras and Affirmations: How they’re different and when they can help

You will often see the use of affirmations promoted as a popular way of encouraging people to be nicer about themselves or to help them succeed in a particular area of their life. But are they always right for people, and are mantras another way? Affirmations In this context, an affirmation is often a positiveContinue reading “Mantras and Affirmations: How they’re different and when they can help”

What is Mindfulness?

Mindfulness is believed to date back 2500 years, to the time of the original Buddha, who was born Siddhartha Gautama. While the concept of mindfulness has been around for more than two millennia, it’s just as relevant today, especially for enhancing our well-being perhaps as a tool for improving our spiritual intelligence. One misconception is thatContinue reading “What is Mindfulness?”

Spiritual Intelligence and Why It Matters

You have probably heard of the Intelligence Quotient, or IQ, and more recently, on the back of work from psychologists like Daniel Goleman, an expansion of this in to discussions around Emotional Intelligence (EQ). What you may not know, is that the purpose of the Intelligence Quotient may have been misrepresented (and even exploited) overContinue reading “Spiritual Intelligence and Why It Matters”

Full Moon Mojo – The Wolf Moon (January)

The January Full Moon is often referred to as the Wolf Moon; it’s said this name was derived from a once held belief that wolves were most likely to be heard howling at this time of year. Like other Full Moons it may also be known by other names, like “the Centre Moon”, a metaphorContinue reading “Full Moon Mojo – The Wolf Moon (January)”

Grounding and Protection Activities: What they are and how they can help

These can help a person feel more grounded, connected and spiritually safe in their environment. They can also be a valuable part of your morning – or bedtime – routine. When are these used? Grounding and protection practices are both suitable for any situation where you’re feeling overwhelmed, but can be particularly useful: What isContinue reading “Grounding and Protection Activities: What they are and how they can help”