THE TOOLS OF THE ALCHEMIST
Transmuting darkness into light, discovering more of ourselves, and uncovering the Truth.
 Good day, fellow Alchemists:
Struggle is a lesson we are taught to endure. As if nothing can be accomplished unless we pour our heart and soul into a single task, shedding blood, sweat, and tears to make it happen. While there is plenty of wisdom in knowing the importance of hard work, the wisest people in history were ones who simplified their actions and achieved more by doing less. This is a major tenet in Taoism, which emphasizes the importance of non-action, or what Taoist practitioners call Wu Wei. It's hard for Western minds to grasp this concept. After all, how can something be done by not doing? To understand this, we must observe nature, specifically plants, which embody the concept of Wu Wei quite adeptly. All plants absorb sunlight, clean our air, produce sugars and oxygen, all while doing absolutely nothing. Instead of scouring the globe in search of food, plants only grow where nutrients are available. Many plants, when faced with an obstacle, will slowly and methodically adapt to their environment, reaching out their leaves towards the slightest glimmer of sunlight. Some plants rely on the breeze to swiftly carry their spores and germanate other areas of their environment, furthering their independence from proactive action. Surely, at this point, you might be thinking: Well, I'm not a plant so how does this help me? The fact is that you are most likely already engaged in non-doing throughout your day. Waiting for the water to boil to make your coffee, waiting for your pizza to be delivered, meditating to calm your mind, and even sleeping to regain your strength, are all actions completed by not doing anything. Logically, you know that any action during these circumstances won't improve the situation, yet when it comes to other facets of life, we all tend to act impatiently, taking more actions than necessary. A good example of this is bodybuilding. Once you've completed a workout and eat according to your meal plan, there is very little you can do that would be of any benefit to your desired goal. Working out more could actually be detrimental to your health and may have a negative impact on your end results. Non-action is especially important when it comes to manifesting. The most decisive obstacle we face when it comes to our manifestations is how we believe we should conduct ourselves to attract the things we want. Once we send out the vibration of wanting something, the worst thing you can do is approach the manifestation from a lack point-of-view. Always act AS-IF you already have that which you desire. After attuning yourself to the vibration properly, it is sometimes best to do as little as possible regarding the issue. This enables the reality in which you have already received your desired outcome. By allowing the universe to take shape around you, a new reality can be formed in accordance with your wants and needs. Just as plants grow where life is viable, so too, will you thrive when you learn to let go and trust in the ever-listening universe that waits by your side on your manifesting journey. With love and sincerity, The Alchemy by LA Counsel  Good day, fellow Alchemist:
A concept we often discuss in these transmissions is the idea of beings who live in dimensions that are higher or lower than us. While it may be difficult to wrap our minds around this thought, it does serve as an explanation of many paranormal phenomena. Why is it that so many reportings of UFO's are accompanied with little to no evidence? The same can be said of any other paranormal event, which usually only has an individual's testimony along with a host of incongruities found in their story. The story usually sounds something along the lines of: A person spots Bigfoot, an alien, the Lockness Monster, etc but for some reason, he couldn't take a video of it because his camera was supposedly malfunctioning at the time. Excuses such as these are common and work to discredit claims of paranormal sightings, not to mention the existence of spirits and poltergeist, which are alleged to be impossible to photograph, for obvious reasons. It is unlikely that a method to distinguish the real from the fake exists, when it comes to anything supernatural, but a theory that unifies all conspiracies and adds to their believability does exist. The idea is known as the superspectrum, coined by John A. Keel in his book, The Eighth Tower, which states that the reason evidence is so scarce regarding the paranormal is because we cannot perceive the entities involved. Our eyes, for example, can only take in visible light, which is only a tiny sliver of the electromagnetic field. The same goes for our other senses, which are limited partly by our biology and mostly by our social conditioning. The difference in the vibration of these entities might be responsible for some technological anomalies (GPS failing, radars picking up disturbances, cameras malfunctioning) that hinder any attempts of obtaining proof of their existence. These ultraterrestrials, as Keel referred to them, occasionally make themselves known to us by dropping down to our vibratory frequency, allowing us to perceive, or view them for a short while. The individuals who make some form of contact with these beings may be experiencing a mixture of their own psychic abilities awakening and that of simply being at the right place at the right time. Of course, as Alchemists, we already know there is no such thing as coincidence; but rather, only events that have yet to reveal their purpose. As for the reasoning behind the ultraterrestrials showing themselves to us individually, instead of on a global level, that is anybody's guess. We may one day see a global event that proves we are not alone and that tales of dragons and fairies, along with aliens and spirits, all have a foundation in reality. By opening our minds and raising our vibration, we may end up living in a world that is closer to fantasy than reality. In fact, this may already be our reality; we may simply not be able to perceive it yet. With love and sincerity, The Alchemy by LA Counsel  Good day, fellow Alchemist:
What is consciousness? Is it to be self-aware, or to simply be capable of thinking? How does something, as lifeless as matter, produce consciousness? These questions are difficult to tackle without incorporating aspects of the spirit into the construct. You see, Alchemist, there are basically two modes of thinking: Either consciousness is produced by the brain, kind of like a generator producing electricity, or it is the process of receiving consciousness, like a radio receiving a transmission. But this dichotomy lacks in its ability to explain the greater aspects of existence. If consciousness is produced by the brain, and energy cannot be created or destroyed, then what happens to consciousness after death? Alternatively, if our brains are just receptors for consciousness, then where are we receiving it from, and how is it allocated within every individual? These complications seem to disappear when unified consciousness is defined. This is an idea that holds the collective consciousness as one complete mind. The plants and animals, other people, the dead, and the living, are all connected to one mind that pervades the entire Universe. Moments before life, and those just after death, may possibly offer full immersion into the unified consciousness. By letting go of our physical body, we become unfettered by our singular self, and by doing so, we are able to find peace and become one mind. It is in this single unified mind that we discover our true state of being; unconditional love. To put it more plainly, consciousness can be thought of as an endless blob of energy, comprised of love and understanding, which envelopes everything in its embrace. This may seem like a leap in logic, especially given the tragic nature of life. But when examining our most bare nature, this notion becomes more plausible. We yearn for a feeling of boundlessness. This shows up in our desires for intimacy, where we are given a chance to be fully ourselves with another and relinquish boundaries that keep us separate. This can also be found within chemistry. Atoms form bonds together to create molecules through the force of ATTRACTION. With the attracting force of love as the catalyst, all life systematically organizes itself. From the coding of our DNA to the rotation of the planets in the solar system, there is an order to everything. Could this not also count as consciousness? The joy we search for so desperately is our birthright. If we simply open ourselves up to this truth, then we'll be able to harness this feeling indefinitely. Become fully yourself; become one. With love and sincerity, The Alchemy by LA Counsel  Good day, fellow Alchemist:
Many cultures around the world have been aware of the existence of a third-eye that lies dormant within us. Egyptians called it the Eye of Horus, and Hindus thought of it as part of their Chakra System in the form of the third-eye chakra. Both believed that it was a tool used to access higher realms of thought that utilized psychic abilities. By opening the third-eye, you would awaken the mind to the full spectrum of reality, gaining the ability to speak to higher-dimensional beings, and even seeing into the past and the future. While these myths and legends are exciting, they only leave us with anecdotal evidence of the existence of a third-eye. It's not like an actual eye is found within our head; it must have been some sort of metaphor, right? WRONG! It is only now, due to advancements in science, that we have rediscovered the wisdom known by these ancient cultures. Within the center of our brain, a small pinecone shaped gland known as the pineal gland has been widely believed to be the third-eye referred to in spirituality. In fact, the depiction of the Eye of Horus actually looks like a lateral section of the brain, right where the pineal gland is located. The pineal gland itself even has rods and cones just like our eyes do, and it shares many similar photoreceptor cells like the ones found in our retinas. It is quite literally a third eye! This begs the question, how did the Hindus and the Egyptians (along with many other ancient cultures) know about the third-eye? This question doesn't have any concrete answers, as of now. But considering what we know about the capabilities of the third-eye, it is very possible they had activated it and used its power of foresight, which ultimately led to its discovery. Mainstream scientists, while having acknowledged its importance as a part of the Endocrine System, have yet to conclude whether the pineal gland has any sort of connection to paranormal abilities. What is known is that the pineal gland is responsible for our waking and sleeping cycles; it releases serotonin when the morning light hits it in order to wake us up, and releases melatonin at night to let us sleep. Some scientists have speculated that the pineal gland is also responsible for releasing DMT (dimethyltryptamine), which is a potent hallucinogenic chemical that exists naturally in all living beings. DMT is a whole topic on its own, but the bottom line is that some people consider it a gateway to other worlds and a means of communication with extra-dimensional beings. By digging through old knowledge we can open up doors to truths that we never knew existed. The pineal gland is only one example where we see ancient wisdom resurfacing in the modern era as an important lesson for us to learn. The bridging of science and spirituality is a great step forward in humanity's quest of raising our vibration and reaching higher levels of understanding our reality. With love and sincerity, The Alchemy by LA Counsel  Good day, fellow Alchemists:
Our emotional states have a profound effect on our energetic field. The constant influxes of chaotic external events can create patterns of negativity that can be felt in our aura, binding us to a lower vibrational frequency. This negative constraint superimposes the feelings we had during a bad situation over our natural energetic state. The impact this has on our well-being runs deep and even impedes our manifesting abilities. Modern science has only just begun to uncover the truth about how reality is formed from our thoughts, but the knowledge that negative emotions affect our health has been widely accepted among health care professionals for quite some time. That bit of information is especially important considering how health-conscious society has become in recent months; all the while, ignoring the impact that emotional distress has on our immune system. The combining of these two concepts, emotions affecting our health and our thoughts creating reality, results in an elaborate matrix of emotional reality creation. By opening our minds to the energetic spectrum, some people may be able to view another person's aura. What you may see when someone is under stressful negative emotions is their aura turning dim and dingy. The color (If you could perceive it) would turn dark and grey and it would fluctuate around the person chaotically. Imagine what happens when someone is constantly in this negative state, possessed by dangerous emotions. They would manifest their anger, sadness, stress, and volatility in every aspect of their lives. Even the people around them would be negatively affected. Conversely, someone who is engaged in positive thoughts and feelings will have a bright and colorful aura. They would bring an air of bliss with them wherever they go and manifest only kindness and abundance from the world around them. The power of a loving inner nature can transmute the reality around us, sometimes almost instantly. Our health depends on positivity and our ability to allow happy emotions to flow. This may seem like a lesson that we have all learned before but society's addiction to negative emotions is as strong as ever We are at an impasse; if we choose to cling to thoughts that disempower us, then we will continue to live a life that thrives on anger, stress, and sadness. When you are feeling emotions that pollute your aura with a crashing storm of toxicity, don't dwell in the sadness; don't wait to drown in the rain. Take a deep breath, remind yourself that you are LOVED and that everything is going according to plan. Choose, in that moment of desperation, to build the brightest future for yourself, free of unwanted pain, and filled with joyful experiences. Choose happiness. With love and sincerity, The Alchemy by LA Counsel  Good day, fellow Alchemists:
Words create our reality. But it isn't just our words, it's our thoughts and actions, how we carry ourselves, and our attitudes towards events that truly manifest our experiences. Everything from our appearance, to our health, and even our financial situation can be changed in a way that benefits us, as long as we are willing to act in accordance with our desires. If you want to be healthy, then you should live like a healthy person. Go on a hike, dance, eat fresh fruits and vegetables, do all the things a healthy person would do naturally, and low and behold, you will become healthy. It won't just be the change in lifestyle choices that will have improved your health, but the change in your attitude towards your well-being that will encourage a healthy mind, body, and spirit. This principle of changing one's attitude can be applied to any type of manifestation. If you want to attract a better financial situation, logic would tell you to save money and exercise restraint. While this is sound advice, it doesn't include the aspect of acting AS IF you are already RICH! It may sound counter-intuitive, but spending more money will actually help manifest the level of financial stability you desire. Take yourself out to a nice expensive restaurant that you normally wouldn't go to, or buy a present for someone that you've been meaning to spoil. Actions like these will send this message to the Universe: I've got money to spend! The life you want will only manifest when you have fully committed to the role that you must play in order to attain it. Becoming who we want to be is as simple as acting out a character on stage. The Universe will respond accordingly to your thoughts and emotions, almost as if it's your co-star during a performance. Together, you and the Universe will tell a story of wild success and unlimited abundance! All you must do is play the part. With love and sincerity, The Alchemy by LA Counsel  Good day, fellow Alchemists:
While it may go unnoticed in our daily lives, the Universe sends us continuous messages. Those messages contain answers to all the questions we constantly ask ourselves: Who am I? What Should I be doing? What's the purpose of my life? The Universe hears us and steadily reveals the truths of these questions in a variety of ways. It may feel as though the guidance we seek has no presence in our lives, but this simply isn't true. The cosmic hymns whisper in our ears only loud enough for a quiet heart to hear. But our minds are chaotic and our hearts are anything but quiet. If we only took a moment to stop and listen, our destiny would appear before us, clearly and vividly. Confusion is created when one cannot find a straight path. Without a light at the end of the road to guide us, it is easy to become lost. That is why we must correct our thinking during difficult times. At every turn, we are given choices by the Universe. One choice brings us closer to understanding and unity; it is the choice of the soul. The other choice may be one of fear and limited perception. It is important that we lead our lives in a way that expresses the combined efforts of our soul and the Universe. As the soul experiences life and manifests a destiny, the Universe works to harmonize our existence according to our desires. Through the interaction of our soul and the Universe, a life path is created for us from which we are to learn and grow. Whether you are feeling completely lost, or you think that you have found your way, it's always important to expand your perception and become aware of the lessons being taught to you. When situations feel as though they are working against you, think: What is the Universe trying to tell me? It may be difficult - while you are in the moment - to question yourself and your actions but in due time, your awareness will increase, and listing to the voices of your angels will become more natural. Remember Alchemist, you are never alone. If you are searching for a guru, the Universe is always there to lead. All you must do is stop and listen. With love and sincerity, The Alchemy by LA Counsel  Good day, fellow Alchemist:
The greatest transition that mankind will make is when we reconnect with spirit on a global level. It will change the way society functions and how we view ourselves in relation to the Universe. No more will we think of ourselves as a cosmic accident. It is that type of thinking that has created this society where mental illness is commonplace. As detrimental as this society is on our psyche and spirit, it has also given rise to seekers who spent their lives searching for answers. Many gurus and shamans, when asked about the true nature of modern society's problems, answered simply: We have lost our connection to the spiritual realms. Since time immemorial, spirituality was what gave us meaning. It connected us to the afterlife and inspired us to progress our souls instead of just surviving. In a world without meaning, coupled with a lack of insight into our purpose, human beings become lost. It may feel as though all our efforts are in vain because there is something missing in the equation of a balanced life. We may work hard to keep our bodies healthy, and even take actions to keep our minds at peace, but all that is not enough if we do not connect with the world on the level of the spirit. Naturally, the problems we are facing are making a turn for the better. All around the world people are waking up and realizing that they can find fulfillment through connecting to the Divine and recognize its existence within. We are all becoming seekers in one way or another, leading us to our own unique paths in life. The future has shifted from a course of great destruction to one of great change. The possibilities now are ENDLESS. Technology will start evolving to work with nature, rather than depleting it of its resources. Schools will begin to change their curriculum to incorporate a broader spectrum of learning, like teaching children how to interact with nature and exposing them to a wide array of spiritual studies. As we progress spiritually on a global level, we may even begin awakening psychic abilities that allow us to build boundless connections with one another. In time, the vibration of the planet will increase to such a high level that we will no longer be in this dense third-dimensional reality. This world will become a seedbed for higher-dimensional beings, such as ourselves, to incarnate and continue further on our journey to progress the soul. It is our duty, as transitioning light-beings, to ensure the creation of the brightest possible future. There may be difficult times along the way, but as long as we keep moving forward we will come to a better place. With love and sincerity, The Alchemy by LA Counsel |