The Power and the Passion of Spiritual Pilgrimage
I've just returned from a highly eventful and adventurous spiritual pilgrimage in Tibet. I can say, without doubt, when we push the boundaries of our experience, get out of our comfort zone, and journey to the deepest aspects of ourselves, then we gain massively. The power of pilgrimage is where the depth of the outer journey meets that of the inner. And be sure to value especially where you hit challenges, because that's where you grow the most.
Your Spiritual Roots?
My sense of Tibet is that it's a spiritual home for my soul. The pilgrimage activated plentiful past-life memories and brought key dormant energies alive. I don't wish to live there now, because my soul has other things to learn and gain. However, just as a tree cannot reach to the heavens without its stabilising roots, connecting into our past, helps us bring forwards that which we've previously gained and mastered.
For me in Tibet, journeying through vast landscapes of enormous scale and alchemy, is what touched deeply - powerful flows of energy activated readily. Like for example, what I consider to be "Dragon Energy", such as the powerful Dragon Leylines and the Lyran Dragon energies infusing the planet at this time, so as to support a shift in the balance of power here.
It's only when we get out of our regular lives, and our readily constructed comfort zones, that we truly push the boundaries on what limits us. And when you're out moving and flowing in the unknown, that's where you uncover deeply buried aspects of self. And you bring new frequencies alive.
When It All Goes Wrong!
When you're out of your comfort zone, that's when things can easily go "wrong". But you have to be on the edge, and be in a place of some degree of risk, to truly forge your soul.
I was at the end of my journey in Tibet. My permit had just ran out, only to learn that my flight from Lhasa had been cancelled. I relaxed into the unknown, and discovered I could book an alternative flight into mainland China - but would I get to the connecting flight in time?
What followed, seemed like scenes straight from a Mission Impossible film.
I landed in mainland China only to discover the international terminal (not domestic) was an hour's taxi ride across the City, with just 90 minutes till the flight. Although the taxi driver didn't speak a word of English, nevertheless, he was able to pick up the sense of urgency. We drove at breakneck speed across the city through the night - he turned out to be a great driver - maybe an extra from the film?!
I realised I wouldn't have enough Chinese cash to foot the unexpected bill. And so from the back seat, through his Chinese translation app, I was trying to communicate the value of English pounds. And then he had to fill up - at an electric pump! The seconds were ticking away like flooding water into a city sewer. That's where you see yourself on the inside - do you get tight, nervous, worried? I realised the passion and the power of the Dragon in me, positively willing the car along, and yet also felt the frictions of trying to squeeze the beast into too tight a 3D box. It illuminated so many dynamics in my life, of working in the restrictions of the simulation 3D.
I ended up narrowly missing the next connection, which left me in a Chinese airport that was closing down for the night, with no Chinese currency, the data on my phone out, and no way to login to the Wifi. What happens on the insides when you feel stranded and cut off? All star souls here ought to be able to answer that one!
But providing we're able to relax, and especially open the crown chakra, then miracles and magic are going to happen. I ended up in a great hotel, but stranded there for two days till the next connecting flight, which actually turned out to be an unexpected benefit, and most definitely meant to be - even though I had to work with the inconvenience the psyche was feeling. Nothing is inconvenient in terms of spiritual growth, in fact pointedly watch for those moments of maximum inconvenience. Such is the power of the unknown, when you take yourself out of your comfort zone and off onto spiritual pilgrimage.
The Wilderness of the Matrix
The "wilderness" today is very different from trekking across some vast landscape of the unknown. Even in Tibet, surprisingly, the hand of the matrix was everywhere, as you'll see in my video journal below. I even managed to get a coconut matcha latte at 5000m! Today's "wilderness" is an energetic one, of debilitating matrix vibes, of junk travel food, excessive EMF, noise, pollution, and busyness. It's full of purposeful distractions, compulsions and addictions - everything that would pull us out of the soul.
And that's exactly why to journey through this landscape: to be in the place where you're feeling the interference, yet working to forge soul in it - picking up the creative flows from the crown chakra, merging them into the lower densities, and fusing them into pathways that truly serve. You're looking past the distractions, the glitz, and the glamour, and instead, picking up the quantum feedback loops of signs and synchronicity, that help you meditate through it all. What better way to learn and grow?
With that in mind, I'll leave you with my video journal from Tibet, which I trust will inspire you to forge soul on some pilgrimage through the energetic wilderness of the Matrix. What trials and tribulations can you bridge? What flows of adventure and alchemy can you pick up?...
It gives me so much pleasure to be able to organise and host pilgrimages like these for intrepid adventurers on the path, where we help you open into the deepest aspects of self and forge soul. Explore the alchemy in store in our upcoming calendar...
Bright blessings in the Year of the Dragon
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Evolutionary necessity of Getting Lost on The Path βοΈ
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11/04/2025: Getting Lost
I've just returned from a completely unplanned, and unchartered trip in Italy, exploring the latest developments of Volcanic energy there. There were numerous times when I wasn't sure where, or how, to go. It reminded me of an essential aspect of the Flow and being in it...
You've got to be prepared to 'get lost' just as often as you can. When learning the flow, put yourself constantly in the situation of not-knowing. Also, where there might be a degree of risk associated with it - the 'worry' of being late for something; running out of cash or data on your phone. Because that's where the intensity greatly increases. And it's only where you 'break', that you can truly break open into surrenmderedness.
Because it's in the surrenderedness that the flow re-ignites. You've created a greater internal space for it. Now you can pick up the signs and synchronicities, the feeling-flows. Increasingly, such 'break-downs' help you build trust. But trust in what? Trust that it will all 'work out'? No! It's trust that somehow, you will make it through to the next step, and so on, and so on.
It's then, after some time, you look back and realise you were walking a path of light all along!
So I say, when learning to truly walk the path, be prepared to get lost. Because ultimately, that's where you find yourself.
Do review my article above, because I believe it describes well, the sense of 'things going wrong on the path', but gaining immensely from it...
The Power and the Passion of Spiritual Pilgrimage
Bright blessings
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working through nothing versus doing nothing
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Hi Open,
I often struggle with figuring out where my question can best be posted. The title of this topic seemed appropriate.
As came up yesterday my experience is that everything for me always seems to come down to the sacral. The biggest problem being a disconnection from the base and absolutely no feeling relating to sacral. When you mentioned to feel a constriction there and perhaps the lack of feeling is the manifestation of the constriction itself.
So here I am trying to experience that particular Nothing and work with it, trying to surface it but since I don't feel a thing I cannot determine if I am actually doing something or just sitting there 'conveniently' deciding that I am working on something that I need to accept is not noticable. Do you have a suggestion on how to make such a determination? Currently I am basically just telling myself that I really mean it but that seems inadequate.
Feel and experience into that space
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Hi LtJ,
When you 'just sit there', are you working to have your attention in the sacral chakra area? That's important, even if you can't feel anything, and especially if you feel distracted from it - keep coming back to it.
Then watch in your outer life for any emotional reaction to happen.
The key is to persist. It could take some considerable time - some days and even weeks working at it.
Well wishes
<<< Open π
Same problem
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Hi LtJ,
I felt to respond to your post as Iβve been having the same problem - not being able to feel the base or sacral.
Outer reflections including health and postural issues indicated that I need to focus on the sacral (something I only just realised after years of issues). The base has always been a dead zone where I felt nothing at all.
I am working through some karma which is activating and waking up these chakras (mostly the sacral) but I still struggle to feel much, especially in the base.
What has helped me just in the past week is keeping my attention in the base and sacral all the time, throughout the day in every day activities and not just in meditation time. By keeping attention in those areas more often than not, they are awakening a little and more insights are coming through as a result. Felt to share that this has greatly helped me and that a similar approach may help you too.
All the best
Nikki π
Draco stability of the base
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Hi Nikki, thanks for the reply. I am putting attention on the sacral since yesterday as much as possible. My tendency to overintellectualize is in the way as I am trying too hard to put outer reflections into perspective but at least that's illuminated and I catch myself a little bit sooner every time. I suppose I must be patient. :)
I also find the Draco energy offers a stability in the base even without fully feeling the connection. This has at least illuminated the main problem, for me, being in the sacral. I would say to ask their help if you have not already done so and see how it serves you.
Great suggestion
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Hi LtJ,
As soon as I read your line about Draco energy in the base, my base chakra activated. Iβll be using that moving forward, thanks!
Nikki π
Eagerly waiting for the Himalayan pilgrimage!
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River and I made this video a couple of years back when we hiked up the Triund mountain in Dharamsala. The energy of this mountain was so expansive and powerful that it blew us away. Little did we know that Openhand would host a retreat right at the base of this mountain.
Deep meditations, connecting with higher dimensional energies, processing karma, freewheeling walks through the nearby forest to the sacred pool, conversations and music around the fire, and amazing food - can't wait to experience it yet again!
Vimal ππ
Lovely Himalayan Video - inspiring watch π
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Hi Vimal & River,
It's a lovely video for sure - thanks so much for sharing. I'm greatly looking forward to our pilgrimage in that region coming up soon. What joy to be back there π
For some fortunate soul, there's still one place remaining on the pilgrimage happening on 20th October. Here's where you can find all the info...
20th-26th Oct: Himalayan Energies Pilgrimage: 7-Day Retreat, INDIA
Journey to the spiritual home of the Tibetan Energies in India, gaining valuable insight and resonance of the aligned path for humanity into 5D consciousness. Secluded retreat in mountains above McLeod Ganj, high energy meditations and illuminating self-realisation with Openhand Ascended Master Energies.
High Energy Adventure of a Lifetime
Thank you Vimal, a wonderfulβ¦
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Thank you Vimal, a wonderful video of such a majestic place. I'm grateful to experience part of your journey vicariously as I struggle with mobility issues and deeply miss my hikes so this means so much to me. Enjoy your retreat!ππbarb
Can't wait to be here again with Openhand energies
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I'm sure that this will be yet another magical retreat. really excited! I canβt wait to be there, surrounded by the beauty of the Himalayas, and feel the higher energies flowing through me.
During last Himalayan pilgrimage, I felt so blessed to be there in that sacred space and to experience those higher energies and activations. Especially I recall how i felt Golden Tara energies and how my connection with Tara got strong during that retreat. And of course, the amazing golden sky feedback that we all watched together with awe. Iβm beyond excited for this time.
Life Changing Place On Himalayan Pilgrimage Coming Right Up! β°οΈ
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Ahhh - it's going to be wonderful seeing you there again River, and yes, basking in those marvellous energies - such as the Golden Tara. How magical!
And for some fortunate soul, we still have one final place available - I can just feel in the field someone considering it, standing on the bank, wondering if they should dive into the centre stream and join us. Well if you're reading, don't dilly dally, because this is going to be alchemically unmissable!
Here's a peek into the joy we experienced last time...
Here's where you can find out all about it and contact us about that final place (we can help you with visa and travel info)...
Lemuria in the Himalayas Pilgrimage: 20th-26th October
Don't delay, see you there!
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An Umissable Opportunity to Transform Your Consciousness
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We still have a couple of places on the October Pilgrimage to India - I feel to raise it, not because Openhand "needs to sell the places", but because the event represents the most amazing opportunity for growth and change imagineable.
Up in the Himalayas, the activation of the Crown Chakra is strong - especially now, with the activation of the Dragon Leylines and the infusing Dragon Energies. That's going to feel expansive, vibrant and mystical. But also prepare you much better to make change and transformation in your life within the Shift.
Not only that, but India is such a magical, colourful and vibrant place to visit. You could, for example, take a train up to Dharamshala, as I originally did, passing through stunning countryside and a myriad of fascinating villages and towns. Yes, there's the pollution and busyness too, but the Indian way of living, to me, seems so natural and happily surrendered, compared with our carefully controlled life in the West - I find the energy of ease and flow, just seeps into the bones!
If you're inspired and intrigued by the possibility, check out the info...
Himalayan Energies Pilgrimage: 20th-26th Oct
See you there!
Bright blessings
<<< Open π
Hi Open, it's funny you say β¦
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Hi Open, it's funny you say "not to sell the spaces", that's exactly the kind of jaded cynicism I've been expressing lately, thinking everyone has an agenda. It's unfortunate I've been not only reflecting all the negative energies of others where I live, but also engaging in my own. I'm too easily pulled in by drama and then dwell in the negativity, feeding the negative feedback loops with other residents. It's the same old teenage sister drama, just really sad because I'm 53. Still grappling with accepting myself. It's where it all comes from. The point of origin. If it's the last thing I do I will find self-acceptance and disengage from this negativity. I see the urgency again, of getting to my SGOB, and learning to let the stuff people send my way just sail past, like the stormy weather of the last few days, presumably from the hurricane. And not creating it anymore especially. Good ithe storms are stirring up the crap though, showing me it doesn't serve me to rest on my laurels. Round and round I go. Seems before I can even really get a foothold I'm letting myself get dragged back out again. Will take much more determination and perseverance. Question is, have I got those? I have no choice. It's surf or sink. What are your thoughts on Emotional Freedom Technique ("Tapping" acupressure points on the body to release stuck emotional energy) as an adjunct to the bow for working karma? Thanks Openπ
PS thank you for the video, I love that song!
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I get a sense whatever mission you were involved in while in China may be at least in part tied into Yagi, an extremely powerful typhoon headed for China. Living in an area impacted by hurricanes myself, I have utmost compassion and heartfelt empathy for all individuals in the path. Yet when I tune in energetically this feels like an energetic cleansing taking place led by perhaps draconians and maybe dragons as well. I felt to look up the meaning of Yagi and it means a highly directional and selective shortwave antenna. It can also mean goat. So I looked up the spiritual meaning of goat - determined confidence, persistent, ability to overcome challenges and adversity, determined confidence to climb to the top.
Andy's Retreat Caption Contest - What's Your Favourite? π
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Here it is, Andy's Caption Contest for the best image quote from an Openhand retreat. What's your favourite?
(Andy, you were surely a court jester in a past life!!)...
Sharp wit!
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These are fabulous!!! Some of my favorites that made me laugh out loud were the crown chakra surprise, the pendant, and lemon sparkle (very spritely name Tilly!) I got a kick out of Jean's mountainous synchronicities. π€£ I have to say crown chakra surprise catches my vote! Thanks for the comic relief!!!! β₯οΈ Love the creativity of sharp wit!
Brilliant!
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Crown chakra wins! π€£π€£
Or a big enough sock!
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Andy,
Thanks that made me laugh soo much! In the absence of finding a big enough chain, the next option is a big enough sock - Ann keeps each of her crystals safe in their own cosy sock when she travels π§¦π§¦π§¦ Even with her wizardry, she might have had a problem getting that stone her hand luggage.
Much love to you,
Tilly π
The Importance of Getting Out Of Our Comfort Zones
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Thanks Thomas (Openhand outreach) for this great image quote, relating to the power of going on spiritual pilgrimage and getting out of our comfort zones...
Do read the latest article above, about the Power and the Passion of Spiritual Pilgrimage
Bright blessings
<<< Open π
What are your fond memories of going on spiritual pilgrimage?
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So, Openhanders, what are your fondest memories of spiritual pilgrimage?
Here are just a few of mine...
Driving across the Egyptian desert for hours, on the way to the marvellous Abu Symbel, and discovering the coffee oasis in the middle of nowhere - playing great soulful music too!!...
The ultimate chill, after all the hard work is done, floating on a felucca down the Nile...
Connecting with Raven Energy up on the volcano in La Palma...
The stunning red rocks of Sedona...
And the magic Chocola tree in Sedona when all the work is done!...
Andy, telling me about his 12-hour taxi ride from Delhi...I laughed till my jaw ached!!...
Gathering around a warm fire in the Himalayas with our wonderful Indian band of supporters...
Mexico, when all the kids showed up and joined us in a photo shoot...
Joy's unforgettable "Hakka" on DIVINICUS...
The Lion Monument at Avebury, which created so much Dragon Energy alchemy...
A couple of lastminute places for the magic of Sedona ποΈ
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I can't quite believe there are still two places left on our 1st Nations pilgrimage to Sedona - the stunning red rock stargate. I can only imagine the divine has been holding them back for a couple of lucky people...
Pick up the pilgrimage of a lifetime...
Does it have your name on it?
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Only one place left now! Does it have your name on it?
Any questions do contact me at tilly@openhandweb.org
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Himalayan Energetic Magic Awaits β°οΈ
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People are starting to book up for the magic of the Himalayas in October - where the energy is just off the charts...
Catalyse Your Soul in the Himalayas...
Himalayan Energies Pilgrimage, India, 20th-26th Oct
Strong Sydney Interest for Upcoming Oz Retreat π¦βοΈ
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I always love travelling "down under" to Oz - where the people are so relaxed and welcoming. We've got some wonderful energy building for the November retreat and people beginning to book in...
We have a great centre, close to Sydney, yet out in a 100 acres of secluded bush.
Looking forwards to seeing you all there!...
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