Personal Empowerment Through Mantra

Personal Empowerment Through Mantra

By Dudley Evenson

Using mantra can be a great support in guiding the inner conversation of self-talk that we all indulge in whether aware of it or not. The word ‘mantra‘ means ‘mind protection’ in Sanskrit. We need a guardian at the gate of our awareness to keep the demons of our mental processes from distracting us and a mantra is one way to do this.

It is often difficult to get negative thought patterns out of our minds and they especially tend to lower our self-esteem and crop up when we are trying to meditate. In addition to focusing on the breath as a concentration device, we can use mantra, chanting, vocal toning and affirmations to help clear the mind of unnecessary clutter and allow us to enter a deep state of inner quiet.

A mantra is a short sound or phrase, usually with a spiritual significance which carries a vibration and frequency that extends beyond the simple meaning of its words. In the highest sense, mantras carry thought waves that can energize the prana or life force through constant repetition. More simply, they can help overcome the mind chatter and prepare the way for an expansion of consciousness.

Mantras can be in Sanskrit, English, Hebrew, Latin or other languages. They can be passed on from guru (teacher) to devotee (student). They can also be created by an individual based on their personal needs or issues. Mantras typically are statements of profound spiritual truth that resonate with the person repeating them. They may also be short affirmations that are easily repeated multiple times. In fact, it is in the repetition of a mantra where power lies.

A mantra can be as simple as saying ‘I – AM’ or ‘AUM’. Affirming simple, basic truths can help to clear away unnecessary conditions, judgments and ego attachments that normally clutter our thoughts and open us to a greater sense of inner peace. So whether using an ancient mantra or a personal one that you create, try using mantra to empower your soul and spirit to be your highest self.