Mandala-discover its meaning

WHAT IS MANDALA'

The mandala is a circular figure representing the universe in Buddhist and Hindu symbolism. Everyone can choose the character they are most attracted to at first sight and thus discover more about themselves.

The mandala has always served as an aid in concentration, meditation, personality maturity process, protection and healing.

The mandala consists of opposites (dark - light, above - below, large - small, fire - water), which merge into a harmonious whole. We all want to be perfect, so we often hide our dark sides. The mandala, on the other hand, tells us that opposites are something completely natural and that opposites make up the whole (kind - rude, relaxed - tense, beautiful - ugly, high - low).

The mandala is a physical manifestation that connects us to the spiritual world. It is the key to the spirit of self-knowledge, where we realize that we are more than just a physical body. Our life is also a kind of mandala, consisting of words, thoughts and actions and their consequences. The mandala opens the door to our dreams and forebodings. By drawing and studying our own mandalas, we get to know our spiritual symbols, archetypes. The mandala is like a map showing the way to self-realization.

Drawing a mandala

Drawing and coloring mandalas in us creates a feeling of peace, relaxation, joy, calm and harmony. It’s a gadget that helps us get together, focus, and connect. The mandala emphasizes the middle, which symbolizes the center of the one who draws it. Mandalas are also called the "healing circle" or "circle of light".

The picture below shows 12 mandalas, and after 30 seconds of observation, you choose the one you like best. attracts you the most. But beware, the essence of the choice should not be based on the fact that you like a particular mandala the most because of the symmetry, the number under which it is located or because it is simply the most beautiful to you. When observing, you must rely solely on your instinct.

EXPLANATION OF MANDALS:

1.COMPLIANCE

This mandala represents the perfect balance of yin and yang, i.e. male and female energy. It bears the symbol of a swan, and communicates to the one it chooses that he needs a balance in life (between private and business life), between his own and other people's expectations, and a balance in terms of taking care of his own health. This mandala communicates that you need to pay more attention to yourself and not neglect your priorities.

2.TREATMENT

This mandala is a symbol of the spiritual frog and tells the one who has chosen it to pay more attention to healing. This means it’s time to forget the events of the past, forget the things that offended you and the things you resented, end relationships that no longer make sense… All of these things cause harm in us. The mandala also tells you to pay more attention to current events.

3.INTUITION

The mandala under number 3 symbolizes the spirit of the owl, which has excellent orientation and the ability to search for light in the dark. He who has chosen it must protect himself from other people and traps, and above all he must make decisions on the basis of his inner intuition and his own wisdom. It is also imperative that you do not shut yourself off from new ideas, but study them carefully.

4.VISION

The fourth mandala has the symbolic energy of a white tiger, and gives the one he has chosen a clear vision in his views. A person with a fourth mandala needs to stop fantasizing and focus on the important things in life. It is necessary to land and stop living in dreams.

5.FORGIVENESS

This mandala is guided by the element of water and speaks to the fact that everything we feel, love and what we fear shapes what we are. Her symbol is the dog, which represents unconditional loyalty, sociability and a sense of belonging. If you have chosen this mandala, then you need to stop ignoring the relationships that are bothering you, forgive the people you harbor resentment, get rid of negative feelings, and simply move on in life.

6.COMMUNICATION

This mandala bears the symbol of a whale that sings in a unique way and gracefully shows its presence. He reminds us that we need to look deeper into our subconscious and communicate better only with ourselves and also with others. If you have chosen this mandala, then you need to learn how to better express your desires and how to better choose the people around you.

7.IMAGINATION

The mandala represents the dragonfly, which represents the ability to create, to look at things from different angles with enthusiasm and drive. If you have chosen this mandala, then you need to allow your creativity to come to the fore. For starters, however, you need to reduce negative thoughts and worries in life and, if possible, change the things in life that are bothering you (e.g., work). You need to deal with the things that make you happy and not let fear drive you.

8.LOVE

The symbol of the 8th mandala is the seahorse, which represents the ability to give, receive and nurture. It reminds the one who chose this mandala of all the love he has had in his life and also of the need for even more love. This noble feeling will only come if you are positively open to other people, as isolation is not a good choice for your spirit and desire for love.

9.COMPASSION

This mandala represents the element of air, and its symbol is the elephant, which represents compassion and understanding. He reminds the one who has chosen this mandala that he needs to connect more with others and try to understand her more, because only then will others understand him better. Ask yourself how much negativity bringing condemnation and criticism of others into your life.

10.POWER

The symbol of the 10th mandala is an eagle, which represents strength and a kind of shield against the misfortune and sorrow that life brings. If you have chosen this mandala, then the spirit expresses the need for greater power, because only in this way will you be able to build your foundations, with which you will be able to step more decisively through life. Greater strength of spirit is manifested in the form of faith and self-confidence.

11.INSPIRATION

The symbol of this mandala is a peacock, which represents beauty, a sense of pride and a unique perspective. He who has chosen this mandala must stop being afraid to give of himself the most and best he can offer. You have to believe in yourself and you have to be proud of yourself.

12.PROTECTION

The mandala protection represents the bear, which is a symbol of security, strength and protection. In moments of fear, you need to gather enough strength to help yourself and others, but you also need to learn that you can ask others for help in situations. You need to let someone take care of you as this awakens relationships.

We all want to live in harmony and peace with ourselves. This is not an unattainable dream. This peace and this love can be achieved and maintained no matter what is going on around us. It is only necessary to learn to become and remain focused on the source of love, peace and joy in our heart. As a result, we also realize that we have always had all this at our disposal, we just forgot how to keep in touch. By meditating on mandalas, we gradually banish darkness, activate the light within ourselves, and become creators of our own reality. This is also the main purpose of life.

Mandalas are not only beautiful, but also have their own meaning and significance, serving as a tool that connects the physical and spiritual worlds and helps us to reconnect with ourselves and the world If we look closely we find them everywhere in nature; snowflakes, snails, cobwebs, flowers, shells, starfish, planets, fruits and trees.

We humans need symbols to realize that we truly live. If we want to live in harmony, we need to find contact with ourselves again and learn how to hear our inner voice.

SO WHICH ONE YOU WOULD CHOOSE?

Best wishes from @Teji