PSYCHIC POWERS AND HOW TO DEVELOP THEM

PSYCHIC POWERS 

AND HOW TO DEVELOP THEM 

    EVERY student of ''psychics'' Every one who has experienced

"phenomena'' of one kind or another, or who is more or less "mediumistic, "-desires to know how to develop his own powers and faculties so that the phenomena which come through him may be increased in power, in clearness and in excellence. It is quite possible to insure this since we are all more or less mediumistic or psychic, and need only to cultivate our powers in order to develop them, and bring them to maturity. 

    Development will differ, according to the character of the phenomena that we desire. Those who desire physical phenomena most develop in one way; those who desire to obtain automatic writing must develop in another; those who wish to become clairvoyant must develop in still another, and so on.

SPONTANEOUS PHENOMENA

    Let me give a few general hints to those who have experienced spontaneous phenomena in their waking state, or who have experienced remarkable dreams, which they feel signify something-but just  they do not understand. These spontaneous phenomena are often the simplest types of mediumship. Though as a matter of fact they are also an indication of psychic power, having but little to do with true mediumistic messages, that is, they are the result of remarkable powers within ourselves. All who obtain phenomena of

this nature should make it a point, first of all, to maintain the physical health at the highest possible standard, so that the energies are not drained, and the body remains healthy and the mind clear in its judgment. It is essential to reduce the amount of any stimulants which may be taken to the lowest possible quantity, or, if possible,

omit them altogether. This applies not only to alcohol in all its forms, but also to tea and coffee. These stimulants excite the nerves and the imagination, and often induce II manifestations" which are not true psychic phenomena at all, but merely the results of a disordered nervous system. The subject should not eat too much

meet. On the other band, fruits of all kinds, particularly acid fruits,-such as the pear, peach, plum, orange and lemon,-are especially suitable, since the juices of these fruits act upon the liver and tend to cleanse the blood. Of course, these precautions are only for those who are serious in their study, and who are determined to obtain the best possible phenomena.

    The mind should be exercised in all healthy channels. Do not "introspect " or reflect too much on your own inner, mental conditions. You must learn to live outside your head, so to speak,-in the outer world. Do not constantly wonder what is going on within your own brain. If you do, you will surely lead yourself into difficulties later on. In short, you should lead a healthy, active life, and, between those times when you experience phenomena, you should think about them, as applied to yourself. as little as possible.