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Top 10 Spiritual Books for Beginners

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Looking for a new book to inspire growth and insight while on your spiritual awakening journey? Look no further.

This list of top 10 spiritual books has been complied to help give direction to those beginning their spiritual journey. Look through this list of books and if one stands out, follow your intuition + explore it’s contents. Please note that some of the links are affiliate links. If purchased, I make a small commision at no extra cost to you.

1) The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle

Of course Eckarte Tolle must be on this list. I recommend this book to anyone who is ready to embrace the core aspects of the spiritual path, which is living in the present moment. Keeping the mind in the now is an on going and difficult task, which takes practice and commitment. Tolle does a great job of not just introducing the barriers that keep the mind running, but also pulls you along the path of how to enter the now by making you question the views of you this world and yourself. Click here to view the Power of Now on Amazon.

 
 
“Most humans are never fully present in the now because of the belief that the next moment must be more important than this one. But then you miss your whole life, which is never not now. And that’s a realization for some people: to realize that your life is only ever now.”
— Eckhart Tolle
 

2) Freedom From the Known by Jiddu Krishnamurti

With any spiritual journey there is one important thing to remember and that is to embrace the unknown. In Freedom From the Known, Krishnamurti does an excellent job of reminding us that the freedom we seek is within and it comes by creating our own path. Spiritual growth is often not easy, but hopefully this book can help you see the barriers that have been stopping you from fully trusting and embracing where the journey within is trying to lead you.  Click here to view Freedom From the Known on Amazon.

 
““If you do not follow somebody you feel very lonely. Be lonely then. Why are you frightened of being alone? Because you are faced with yourself as you are.””
— Jiddu Krishnamurti, Freedom From the Known
 

3) The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer

This is great book for those ready to deconstruct part of the identity known as the ego. The Untethered Soul helps in self realization by slowly dissipating the layers of the ego that keep up disconnected. Only by letting go of everything that is not truly us, can we being embracing the person that we were all along. As Michael Singer puts it, we are not the voice of the mind but the one that hears it. Click here to view The Untethered Soul on Amazon.

 
“Only you can take inner freedom away from yourself, or give it to yourself. Nobody else can”
— Michael Singer, The Untethered Soul
 

4) Be Here Now by Ram Dass

Be Here Now is on this list because it is a spiritual classic and a personal favorite. This book has a unique presentation of insight which is both visually and spiritually appealing. It is a beautiful combination of illustration and wisdom that constantly reminds me not just to be in the present moment, but of the uniqueness and joy, that exists within in it.  With that being said, it is one of those books that you can flip to any page and find the very thing you are looking for whether it be art, insight, or both. Click here to view Be Here Now on Amazon.

 
“If you think you’re free, there’s no escape possible”
— Ram Dass, Be Here Now
 

5) The Celestine Prophecy by James Redfield

If you like your insight in the form of storytelling, then The Celestine Prophecy for you. As the story in the book unfolds, so do nine profound insights that are the key to a spiritual existence here on Earth.  This book reminds me of The Alchemist, simply because of the way that the information is presented. The search for something outside of us is just an indicator of the need to actually point that attention inwards. This book does an excellent job of illustrating that search and the barriers that come along with it. Click here to view The Celestine Prophecy on Amazon.

 
“Remember to stop as often as necessary to re-connect your energy, stay full, stay in a state of love. Loving and energizing others is the best possible thing we can do for ourselves.”
— James Redfield, The Celestine Prophecy
 

6) Search Inside Yourself by Chade-Meng Tan

Of all the "How to" books out there, Search Inside Yourself  is one of my favorites because it is the beginners guide to meditation and mindfulness. We all know that we must change ourselves first in order to change the world, but how exactly do we go about doing that? The answer is to first go within. This book offers a simplistic yet direct approach of navigating the world within ourselves. I recommend this book to anyone who not only wants to go down the path of mindfulness, but who also needs the facts and evidence to back it up (because of an ever wandering analytical mind).

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“There is a simple technique for self-regulation called “affect labeling,” which simply means labeling feelings with words. When you label an emotion you are experiencing (for example, “I feel anger”), it somehow helps you manage that emotion.”
— Chade-Mend Tan, Search Inside Yourself
 

7) The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom by Don Miguel Ruiz

The Four Agreements is a simple and effective approach to the spiritual concepts that fill our minds. This books helps readers identify the barriers to personal freedom while giving practical guidance on how to overcome them. The Four Agreements is a great read for those beginning their spiritual journey because it allows you to see and feel the ways in which connecting back to who you truly are can have an impact on daily life. This book is a must read, not only at the beginning of your journey, but down the line because these simple reminders are timeless. Click here to view The Four Agreements on Amazon.

 
“Whatever happens around you, don’t take it personally... Nothing other people do is because of you. It is because of themselves.”
— Don Miguel Ruiz, The Four Agreements
 

8) Letting Go: The Pathway to Surrender by David R. Hawkins

Of all the books on this list, Letting Go by Dr. David R. Hawkins has to be one of my favorites. Letting go of thoughts, emotions, anything, is something that I constantly struggle with but this book has helped me to understand what exactly I am holding onto and why. We are constantly being told to "let it go" yet we are left figuring out the letting process on our own. This is another book backed with facts and research to give anyone looking to let go a more concrete and applicable approach to the concept of letting go. Click here to view Letting Go on Amazon.

 
“Repressed and suppressed feelings require counter-energy to keep them submerged. It takes energy to hold down our feelings. As these feelings are relinquished, the energy that had been holding down the negativity is now freed for constructive uses.”
— David R. Hawkins, Letting Go
 

9) Tao Te Ching by Lao Tsu

As far as classics go, Tao Te Ching takes the cake on this list. Written around 4th century B.C. (maybe sooner), this book offers insight on topics such as balance, compassion, and life in general that are still applicable to this day. Its one of those books that you keep on coming back to and keep getting what you need from it every time. It is a great book for beginners because it lays the foundation for how both spiritual and philosophical thought applies to everyday life. Click here to view Tao Te Ching on Amazon. 

 
“New beginnings are often disguised as painful endings.”
— Lao Tsu
 

10) May Cause Miracles by Gabrielle Bernstein

May Cause Miracles is a great book if you on the journey of spiritual development and actually want to do something about it. Whether you are an active meditator or use affirmations daily, no matter your form of spiritual practice this book will fit perfectly into your journey of personal exploration. In her book, Bernstein lays out a 40 day guide of different practices and self - reflexive exercises.  Her book is rooted in the teachings of  A Course in Miracles, so if you are interested in the course but want to start smaller or more simplistic, then this book is a great alternative. Click here to view May Cause Miracles on Amazon.

 
“When we fulfill our function, which is to truly love ourselves and share love with others, then true happiness sets in.”
— Gabrielle Bernstein, May Cause Miracles

Thank you for reading!

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Top 10 Spiritual Books

Sarah Kreuz is a Spiritual Blogger, Cosmic Witch and graphic designer at Conscious Marketer. You are connect with her via Instagram @Soul.Flower.Sarah

Why Your Soul Needs a Full Moon Ritual for Letting Go

Full Moon Ritual for Letting Go - 2020 Moon Ritual Calendar + Bundle

The process of letting go can be a difficult and painful one. And sometimes it feel as though you are being separated from the very fibers of your soul. We fight to hold onto to people, situations, and even false beliefs of how we think the world should be. But the things that we have so intimately identified with and attached onto are just that: things

In order to fully and completely let go, you must be willing to leave behind the idea of who you thought you should be. Of the vision in your mind of how you thought things would turn out. And ultimately, it means releasing any & all expectations, however painful that may be.

And while this process of confronting specific truths within your soul may be difficult, know that you are not alone on your journey.

I will be the first to admit that I have become accustomed to holding thoughts, stories, and more specifically relationships that are no longer helping me grow & move forward in life. But you see, the process of letting go becomes slightly easier when you realize that the things you are trying so desperately to hold were never yours to keep. They were just distractions and illusions preventing you from moving forward. And the perceived pain behind fully letting go and starting over loses its meaning, and it's hold, when you realize that there is actually nothing being lost nor gained.

So how do we begin this process of letting go?

How do we face the truths within ourselves that we have become so skilled at avoiding?

The answer lies by learning how to connect with the Moon. And if you allow the Moon to be your guide, you will find that letting go is easier than you thought.

Why? Because, my dear, you are infinitely supported by the cosmos.

Below, I have put together three specific reasons why your soul is ready to let go and how performing a Full Moon Ritual aids in that process. (If you want step-by-step Full Moon Ritual steps, then you can upgrade the Moon Ritual Bundle here.)

1) It Give You Space & Time for Your Spiritual Well-Begin

We can so easily put our spiritual work on the back burner. It is unfortunately so easy to avoid doing the inner work that we sometimes put it off completely. But when you align your spiritual practices with the Moon, you will find that each Full Moon acts as your gentle reminded to do the work that needs to be done. Once every 29 days, the Moon becomes full. And when it does, it comes with a unique energy that naturally aids our soul in the letting go process. This means that each month, letting go becomes slightly easier.

By aligning your Full Moon Ritual with the intention of truly letting go, you will find that the process of releasing specific thoughts, people, & situations will feel right on a soul level. There will be less resistance in the process.

The Full Moon is the perfect time for inner reflection and letting go. But without committing to doing the inner work in the form of a ritual, you will see that time so easily passes without anything changes.

2) It Reveals How Holding on is Actually Hurting Us

When you sit down with yourself under the energy of the Full Moon, you find that you can look at certain aspects of your life without judgement or expectations. This allows you to see how specific people, habits or circumstances have become unhealthy and why.

When you show with the intention of being completely honest with yourself, you will find that certain truths come to the surface. There is no need to fear if you will be overwhelmed or afraid of what you might find because the energy of the Full Moon offers a unique feeling of trust and protection while on your journey.

All you need to do is trust in the process and know that whatever comes up for you during your ritual was meant to. Letting go is a process. It is not going to happen all at once. But when you take the time to actually do it, you will gain insight into the things within your soul that you have been holding onto. And by doing so, this practice will reveal to you which attachments are actually far more harmful than valuable.

3) It Gives us the Freedom and Permission to Fully Release

How often do you actually allow yourself to let go? I know it may sound like a funny question but it is a very important one. We spend so much of our time convincing ourselves WHY we need something, that we rarely give ourselves the time to envision what life would be without it.

At the root of all suffering is attachment. When we give ourselves the permission and freedom, even if just for a moment, to experience non-attachment we are showing ourselves what is possible. We are giving ourselves that energetic space to experience a new reality. And we are breaking ourselves free from habitual thought process of needing something outside of ourselves to feel at peace.

You no longer need to convince yourself that you are not capable of letting go of certain aspects of your live or yourselve. Instead, being welcoming that feeling of emotional and spiritual freedom that your soul craves each month with the assistance of the Full Moon.

You are capable. You are powerful. And you are complete as you are.

Your Full Moon Ritual is just you taking the necessary time to remind yourself of such truths each month.

In Conclusion:

As you move forward on your journey and as you explore the uncharted territory of your soul, remember that letting go is a process. You are learning how to return back to confidence and strength that exists within the fibers of your soul. And above all, remember to give yourself the necessary love and compassion as your explore new depths. Thank you so very much for taking the time to read this article, and if you find that you are ready to take the next step forward on your spiritual journey, then click here to download your Full Moon Ritual for letting go as part of my Moon Ritual Bundle. Much love and enjoy your journey inwards.

Full Moon Ritual Letting Go

Sarah Kreuz is a Writer & Founder of Fairyland Media. You can connect with her via Instagram @Sarah.F.KReuz

How to Plan Your First Full Moon Ritual (A Beginner’s Guide)

Whether have never performed a Moon ritual before, or you have been around the spiritual block for a while, you know that the Full Moon comes with a certain amount of wonder, pull, and magic. And if you are sensitive to energy, then you know very well that the Moon can (and does) have an affect on our soul.

For some, it might be the lack of sleep around the time of the Full Moon. For others, it is the onset of what feels like deep emotional release. Either way, you know that there is something about the Full Moon that draws you in on a spiritual and energetic level, which is why you are here. So let’s dive into the three things you need to know about planning a Moon Ritual.

Step 1: Identify the Next Full Moon

The first thing you need to know about performing a Moon Ritual is that the Full Moon comes around once every 29 days. This means that you have almost a month between Full Moon Rituals. If you are getting in the habit of performing both a Full Moon Ritual and a New Moon Ritual, then that means you’ll be doing a ritual about once every two weeks.

And since time flies, that means it is easy to miss one which is why it’s good to know the specific date so you don’t miss it. I keep two Moon Calendars handy - one hung up in my room and a smaller one printed at my desk for general reference. I recommended having some kind of reliable Moon Calendar with you as well so you don’t miss these oh so anticipated lunar events.

Whether you are performing just 1 moon ritual or making it a bi-monthly habit, it is always a good to plan your Rituals in advance. Looking up at the night sky is always a good way to tell where the moon is at (obviously) but if you are like me and sometimes a bit spacey & all over the place, then having a Moon Calendar on hand is my perfect solution to make sure I am always up to date and aware of the next Full Moon. Plus, when you start incorporating more of the Moon phases into your life, you’ll get a sense of rhythmic energy and how you can actually plan effectively around specific lunar events. If you don’t have a Moon Calendar, then I recommend checking out my Moon Ritual Bundle which comes with a printable 2020 Moon Calendar which can be found here.

Step 2: Schedule Your Full Moon Ritual, Witches

Now that you have identified when they next Full Moon is, the next step is to actually plan your ritual! This means get that bad boy in the books and on your schedule. Because you know what they say: Things that get scheduled, get done.

I recommend putting your Moon Ritual down in your planner, in your Google Calendar, on your mirror, or somewhere you’ll see it and be reminded. This is very important because too often we intend to do a ritual, but then life gets in the way. Or we completely forget. Or we say that we will do it next month. But the things is, we are the ones responsible for our healing and our own spiritual growth. And unless you truly prioritize your own spiritual/self care, then it simply won’t get done.

“Okay cool Sarah, got it. But what if I can’t do my ritual that night.” Well, Moon Child, I’m glad that you asked. You see, the EXACT time of a Full Moon lasts for about a second.

But what most people don’t know is that the energy of the Full Moon lasts for about 72 hours before and after the moment the Moon turns full. This means that you have about a 2 day window around the Full Moon to schedule your Moon Ritual. If you can’t do it the day of, no worries. Do it the night before. Be a rebel it the morning after. Just make sure that you do it.

Remember, this is your practice so you call the shots. The main takeaway here is that there is a window that your moon ritual can be performed.

You don’t have to be spiritually pressured or feel guilty if you can’t do it when all the hype is. If I have others plans the night of the Full Moon that I can’t get out of (#introvertproblems), then I’ll make sure to it either the night before or even within the next 2 days.

Once you start getting into the groove of your Moon Rituals, you might just clear that night in your calendar if you feel like it.

Again, your ritual, your rules.

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Step 3: Prepare for the Correct Moon Ritual

When getting started on your Moon Ritual journey, it is good to know the difference between a Full Moon Ritual vs. New Moon Ritual. This is because each lunar phase comes with a certain type of energy. The energy of the Full Moon hold space for different intentions and opportunities than the energy of the New Moon.

So what’s the difference between the two? I’m glad you asked.

The New Moon carries the energy of new beginnings, of starting over, and of a blank slate. Meaning that it is a good time for opening your mind and getting excited about the possibilities of the future.

It is also a good time to tap into your creative side. To use your imagination in order to explore those beautiful possibilities within you and around you. It also creates the perfect storm of manifesting, planning, and planting new seeds for the future.

If Moon Manifestation sounds like your things, then be sure and check our the New Moon Manifestation Ritual that I created here. It is a step-by-step guide to performing a New Moon Ritual with east to follow instructions.

Whether you are following my same New Moon Ritual or you are creating your own, remember that the energy behind the New Moon is one of creation. To take on new projects. The goal is make the universe away of what you intend to bring forth into existence. during the this next lunar cycle.

Many people think that the ideal time to manifest or to create something new is during the Full Moon. But as you have just learned, it is actually the New Moon that you want to start planting those seeds + doing your manifestation rituals.

Examples of some solid New Moon Ritual practices include writing down your wishes, drawing / painting the things you want to manifest, or spending time visualizing your future.

On the opposite spectrum, the Full Moon this is a time for deep introspection. Just as the Moon becomes full, it acts like a mirror reflecting back the truth within you and around you. Meaning this is a perfect time to do some inner work and self-reflection. The Full Moon gifts us with a specific type of energy that helps bring up emotions, truths, and energies that have maybe gone unnoticed. And since there is a lot of movement and high energy around this time, it is the perfect opportunity to look at what is around you and within you, and then make the choice to let go of the very things that are no longer yours to keep.

There are so many different ways to work with the energy of the Moon, but if you are just starting out, there are only two main differences that you need to know. The intention behind the New Moon is creating and manifesting while the intention behind the Full Moon is reflecting and releasing. Hopefully that simple overview will help you when it comes time to planning and performing your next Full Moon or New Moon Ritual.

In Conclusion

I hope that the information within this blog post is able to get you started on the right foot when it comes to planning and performing your next Full Moon Ritual.

Again, the important thing to remember here is that you set aside time each month to focus on your spiritual growth and well-being. By doing so, you making a power proclamation to the universe filled with intention and action. And the more Moon Rituals you perform, the more you will find how aligning your life with the phases of the Moon can drastically how you view your growth and healing journey.

It will also help you grow, reflect, and ultimately become more self-aware of who you are and what you want on a soul level. Thank you for taking the time to read this article. If you are looking more guidance on how to perform a Full Moon Ritual, then I highly recommend checking download the Full Moon Ritual + Moon Bundle that I created which can be found here.

It was created with the intention of helping your get started with your Moon Ritual and get the most out of the two lunar phases. This downloadable Moon Ritual Bundle includes easy to follow instructions that will guide you on your first (or next) Moon Ritual. Either way, I hope you find healing, power, and clarity wherever the next phase of your spiritual journey leads you. And again, thank you so much for taking the time to read. With love, Sarah Kreuz

Full Moon Ritual + Moon Calendar by Sarah Kreuz
 

Sarah Kreuz is a Spiritual Blogger, Cosmic Witch and graphic designer at Conscious Marketer. You are connect with her via Instagram @Soul.Flower.Sarah

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