The basics of animal communication are simple. As with many things in life, experience is the key. For beginners, I recommend performing the following two steps often. With practice, you will learn to discern your own inner voice and refine your ability to communicate with animals.
Step One: PREPARATION
- It is very important to start with a statement of intent.
Make the declaration, "I intend to talk with (animal's name here)."
- Take some time to center yourself. Calm and clear your mind.
Begin the Mindfulness Meditation (see below), allowing any doubts, fears or anxieties to just pass through your mind without judgment.
Step Two: COMMUNICATION
- SENDING:
It is nice to start by introducing yourself.
Convey your message as a detailed picture along with emotions and words to form a layered package.
- RECEIVING:
Relax your visualization and remain open to experience what is sent.
RE-CHECKING INFORMATION
- Sometimes animal communicators are encumbered by their own thoughts and wish to verify a message. To do this, first explain that your apprehension does not translate into "Danger!" but comes from your own performance anxiety. Apologize for interrupting, and humbly ask for the information to be repeated.
- Re-set your relaxed mind.
- Express gratitude for whatever you receive.
- CLOSING:
It's aggravating to have someone suddenly disappear from a conversation, so remember to have good manners and say good-bye first. Conclude with a distinct "Thank you" by sending a feeling of appreciation and thanks.
MINDFULNESS MEDITATION
"One just sits."
~Chogyam Trungpa
The Mindfulness Meditation is over 2500 years old. The primary focus is breathing. However, the intent is to sustain a serene awareness, allowing thoughts and feelings to come and go, undistracted. This mindfulness is your true self…your Essence.
- Sit comfortably in an erect, respectful posture with your eyes closed and your back fairly straight.
- Let your attention rest on your breathing.
- When thoughts, physical sensations or external sounds arise, simply acknowledge and accept them, allowing them to pass through without judgment.
- When you notice your mind has wandered, gently bring it back to your breathing and continue.
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MORE TIPS ON ANIMAL COMMUNICATION
Here are some tips from other professional animal communicators. In How to Hear the Animals, Anita Curtis writes,
"Many people worry about communications received being "just my imagination." You need an imagination to be able to do this work. If you cannot imagine you can do something, you will not be able to do it! Working with another person offers an opportunity for verification of the information you receive. You will soon learn to trust your abilities. Communicate with as many animals as possible. The more you do, the more you will believe that you are actually hearing them."
Penelope Smith, author of Animal Talk, gives the following advice:
"Another way of increasing willingness to communicate and adding new dimensions of loving understanding is to send admiration and appreciation to animals. Simply sit calmly, and admire all the beautiful qualities, physical and spiritual, that you can find about the animal. You can also verbalize your feelings of appreciation and respect on a daily basis. Your mutual trust and affection will grow. That's what we're aiming for. You can't lose. So, practice, practice, practice with as many domestic and wild animals as possible, and have loads of fun!"
Chrys Long Ago can be reached at 338-7108 for animal consultations.
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