Application: Mind, Body, and Spirit

michellefuller1
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"The self-confidence of the warrior is not the self-confidence of the average man. The average man seeks certainty in the eyes of the onlooker and calls that self-confidence. The warrior seeks impeccability in his own eyes and calls that humbleness. The average man is hooked to his fellow men, while the warrior is hooked only to infinity."

•𓋹• Carlos Castaneda

“Every Spoken Sentence

Beginning With ‘I Am’

Is A Powerful Spell

Exhaled Into Action.

Describe Yourself Wisely.”

•𓋹• Dacha Avelin

The phrase “mind, body, and spirit” is often used to describe a holistic approach to human well-being where health and fulfillment are considered not only in physical terms but also in mental and spiritual dimensions.

Many traditions, such as Greek philosophy, Ayurveda, and Traditional Chinese Medicine, recognized the interconnection of mind, body, and spirit. For example, Plato emphasized the harmony between rational thought (mind), physical health (body), and the soul (spirit).

In Hinduism and Buddhism, practices such as yoga and meditation explicitly focus on aligning the body, mind, and spirit to achieve balance and enlightenment.

In Christian mysticism, Gnosticism, and Hermetic traditions, we discuss how the mind, body, and spirit embody masculine and feminine principles. Concepts such as thought-sentience (Spirit, masculine), emotional-sentience (Body Intuition, or felt knowing, feminine), and Wisdom (Mind). Wisdom is the energy created when thought (Spirit) and intuition (Body) merge, held by the Mind’s highest embodiment of consciousness.

And in modern psychology, contemporary psychologists and wellness practitioners emphasize that mental health cannot be fully addressed without considering physical and spiritual well-being. In this school of thought, “Mind” refers to cognitive processes, emotions, and mental health. Practices like mindfulness, meditation, supportive counseling and mentorship, and continuous learning support this aspect. “Body” involves physical health, fitness, and nutrition. Exercise, diet, sleep, and self-care fall under this category. “Spirit” represents purpose, values, and connection to God, Source, Spirit, and one’s infinite nature. "You are not a drop in the ocean, you are the entire ocean in a drop." -Rumi

Application:

Every day, when you rise, first connect with your spirit through your breath. The idea that breath is spirit comes from many spiritual, philosophical, and cultural traditions, where breathing is seen as the link between the physical body and the inner life force.

In Latin, the word spiritus means both “breath” and “spirit.” Similarly, in Hebrew, ruach means “breath,” “wind,” or “spirit,” and in Sanskrit, prana refers to both “life force” and “breath.” This linguistic connection reflects the belief that breathing is more than a physical process—it is a manifestation of life itself.

Breath is also a connection between Mind, Body, and Spirit. Breathing sustains the body by delivering oxygen to cells. Conscious breathing calms the mind and regulates emotions; it is a bridge between unconscious bodily processes and conscious awareness. Breath is the carrier of life energy, linking the tangible body to the intangible spirit.

Breath represents life, presence, and continuity. Since we can consciously observe and control it, it serves as a living reminder of our spiritual dimension. Phrases like “take a deep breath” or “the spirit left the body” metaphorically link breathing to mental clarity, emotional balance, and the soul.

In short, breath embodies spirit because it is the visible, tangible expression of the invisible life force. It’s the thread that unites the physical, mental, and spiritual layers of our being—essentially, it’s where the “spirit” enters the body and animates life.

Place a hand on your heart, a hand on your sternum or solar plexus, close your eyes, and bring your attention to your breath.

There are other breathing techniques you can use, such as box breathing. You can add a mantra to the technique as well:

Box Breathing (4-4-4-4) with Mantra

The mantra is recited in your mind only, not spoken aloud, as you move through the breath.

If desired, you can replace God with Spirit, Source, the Divine, or any other term that feels resonant for you.

(Inhale for 4 counts) God Enters Me

(Hold for 4) God Is With Me

(Exhale for 4) I approach God

(Rest for 4) I Surrender to God (bow your head)

Repeat.

Choose what benefits you on any given day. If simple feels good, keep it simple with a hand on the heart and sternum. If you want to add more layers, use the above box breathing technique with or without the mantra.

After breathing, connect to your mind. What are you going to grow/create today? Be intentional.

Last, focus on the body as a vehicle for Will. What action pieces align with your spirit and mind?

Your Thoughts are pure source energy, informed by your conscious intention/attention.

You bring in your thoughts from your Spirit above and then use them to create below. As above, so below. As within, so without. As the thought, so the body in action.