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Telekinesis has been described as the ability to move objects using the mind or thoughts. We already know that energy never dies but merely changes form. We also know that one form of energy can physically move another form. Using this logic, thought waves produced by the brain, which are forms of energy, should be able to affect another form of energy.

Often described as “becoming one with an object,” or allowing one’s thoughts to leave the mind and literally permeate the object they are trying to move, telekinetic powers can be developed by finding the right technique and practicing them time and time again. The way you practise telekinesis as well as how often and with what intensity will all dictate how successful you will be in your endeavours.

For the brain to manipulate the energy needed to perform telekinesis one must first discover their own unique psychic strengths. Telekinesis is something that is very rarely achieved soon after trying as it often takes hundred, if not thousands of attempts before success is realised; and what works perfectly for one person may not bring about any results for another.

But before telekinesis is even attempted, you must first learn the great art of complete and total concentration; as without it, you will never be able to tap into the part of the subconscious mind that’s needed to hone psychic abilities. Many people make the common mistake of getting discouraged, thinking they aren’t doing a certain technique correctly or that they simply don’t have any psychic abilities, when in reality, they simply gave up too soon.

One of the simplest concentration exercises to try is to practice until you are able to hold one single thought in your mind for a minimum of five minutes. To begin with what sounds as if it would be a rather simple task, use a piece of paper with one single black dot in the centre of the page. Sit in a quiet room where you will be undisturbed for at least a half hour and start by doing some deep breathing to relax both the body and the mind.

Have a clock nearby so you can note the time. Stare at the dot, concentrating on its shape and nothing else. When your concentration breaks or when your mind tries to wander away to other thoughts, which it will, simply push them away and refocus on the dot. As you practise this one exercise over and over again you will soon find that it takes 10, 20 or even 30 minutes or more before your concentration is broken.

Much like some people cherish the early morning hours while others aren’t able to get motivated until much later in the day, telekinetic powers are more on target certain times of the day. It is, naturally, up to you to discover when your best time of the day or night is for honing your own powers and there is no one method that has proven successful for all who have tried it.

Keith Ward is the Founder and Director of the Circle of Professional Clairvoyants, which offers Psychic Readings with fully qualified Senior UK Clairvoyants and Psychics.

Psychic readings have a long and illustrious history that spans several millennia. In fact, the evidence of psychic powers can be traced back as long as mankind itself. Psychic readings, in all of their many various forms, have been looked upon by many people as a way of solving problems here in the current physical world. Alternately, they have also been vehemently dismissed by sceptics perhaps equally as often.

A professional psychic may do readings with the aid of one or more “mediums,” so to speak, such as tarot cards, numerology, distant readings, psychometry readings, which is a form of the practice often used in missing person cases, astrology, and a number of other different variations on the core theme.

Distant readings are done without the psychic and client ever actually meeting face to face, or in some cases, even speaking to one another. Much of the same psychic powers used in distance or remote viewing and healing are utilised in psychic distant readings. This form, naturally, has evolved along with technology as psychics use the telephone, email, and the Internet to do readings answering questions from the curious about matters such as love, money, health, and what the future might possibly hold for them.

The allure of the unknown has long intrigued man who often seeks guidance and advice from powers he deems more knowing than himself, which in this case, is testament to the great attraction of psychic readings in modern society.

Portents and omens, both the good and the bad, as well as superstitions have dictated the thoughts and the actions of countless people through time and in all walks of life. In some ancient civilisations, psychic powers were highly regarded, while just a few thousand years later people were regularly persecuted for being “witches.” Those who practiced their psychic powers were often referred to as occultists, witches, and even devil worshippers, as the psychic sciences were not yet understood by primitive people.

Societies such as the Egyptians, the Greeks and the Romans were all known to utilise amulets, charms, spells and talismans to channel information and seek predictions and advice about the mysterious future. We know that the very first deck of tarot cards was created in Italy during the fifteenth century and featured Christian meanings and symbols. However, throughout the next few centuries, Christianity was slowly removed from tarot cards. The first evidence of a tarot card reading as we think of them today occurred later in the eighteenth century.

Medicine men and shaman have long relied upon psychic powers and alternative methods of harnessing energy in their rituals and ceremonies either to bring about physical or emotional healing. Divining rods, jewels, stones, and crystals are just some of the tools used psychically throughout history by man trying to discover the answers that elude him.

Now in modern times in the UK and throughout the rest of the world, psychic readings continue to amaze, enthral and puzzle those who are curious or interested in this rather fascinating practice.

Keith Ward is the Founder and Director of the Circle of Professional Clairvoyants, which offers Psychic Readings with fully qualified Senior UK Clairvoyants and Psychics.

For anyone that has thought about learning how to paint, or has started to learn how to paint; there usually exists some degree of fear, anxiety, and vulnerability issues. This is natural but debilitating, and it need not be.

Oil painting is the best, but the hardest medium to work with. But don’t be afraid of it. It’s an amazing medium. Very sensual and versatile. Once you get a feel for its characteristics, you will be able to get the most out of it and discover how wonderful it really is.

So, it’s important to understand that you should enjoy the process of oil painting instead of just the final result. Oil painting requires a lot of patience. Which brings up the point of don’t be so worried about what it looks like at the early stages.

A good oil painting will look like crap until it’s about 65 – 75% finished. The painting needs to be built up on many semi-transparent layers of paint and brush strokes. Good, simple oil paintings can take 6-8 weeks and the really good ones up to 8 months to finish.

Part of the reason for this is that there has to be a fair amount of paint on the canvas as well as a good variety of color values, and properly placed color values to get a good sense of depth. So relax, because it’s impossible to get to that stage quickly, but it is worth all the effort!

Another important point is that the desire within you to paint is there for a reason. So chances are that you’re pretty good or even amazing at it. I would also suggest allowing yourself to be guided when you paint. Some pretty cool stuff happens when you’re in that frame of mind and not trying to control the process. Go with your gut and don’t over think it.

I can understand the fear most people have about oil painting because I put it off for 20 years. I have been kicking myself for waiting so long, so don’t make that mistake.

It’s also vital to understand that you are painting for yourself first and only. Paint your vision and enjoy it. There are so many people in this world with different tastes that it’s impossible to have all of them like your work. So if a bunch of people could care less about your painting, its no big deal. Try not to replicate other commercial paintings you see. Paint YOUR vision because it’s going to be the only way you get to discover your greatness.

I also believe that there is an audience for every artist and all you have to do is find each other, and you do that by painting your visions of what’s true to you and then getting your work out there. You will find your audience and they will find their artist, and that’s a cool ride.

Also know that it’s impossible to make a mistake in oil painting. Every brush stroke is additive towards the end result in some way, shape or form. But if you really think you blundered something, then you can simply wipe the paint off, if it’s still wet and the layers under-neath are dry. You can also wait till that part dry and simply paint over it. I do this quite a bit, that’s just part of the process of oil painting and discovering what works and what does not, so it’s all good.

Don’t be afraid to oil paint, don’t give up, and be true to your visions. You are the artist and you have your own voice to share.

Michael Orlando is a veteran motion picture visual effects artist, and most recently has been concentrating on his oil painting career and building his art business. His original fine art oil painting can be seen at http://www.etsy.com/shop/orlandoart