CHALDEAN NUMEROLOGY - THE ANCIENT ORACLE



by Heather Lagan

There are so many ways that messages come through...whether it is through our 'inner voice' or intuition, the symbols that surround us every day or the dreams we have every night (and yes, you do dream every night: you may not remember them, that's all...everyone dreams!)

Here are a few ways you can tap into the messages being sent to you and a few ways you can do some of your own tapping! All you will need are basic items like a favourite book or a clear glass...read on for some easy methods of 'divining' that anyone can do.

HEARING YOUR 'INNER VOICE' 

Not too long ago, the ceiling literally fell in on someone I know quite well...a deliberate and direct message from the Universe that it was time to move on! Oddly enough, this person's intuition had already hinted, poked and prodded and yelled in her face, but she didn't want to listen. The Universe is full of such messages, if we are only open and wise enough to pay attention to them and absorb their meanings, even if we would really rather not hear them. (I guess I should add that that person was me, since you likely figured that out already! Even people who are 'open' to their intuition will sometimes bury their head and ears in the sand as you will see below.) Although this was fairly dramatic at the time and did involve an 'ending'...I am now a few months removed from the incident and can see that it was quite necessary. I am now in a better place and am looking at a new future (which the Universe went out of its way to create, by the way...ummm...it's the Law of Attraction again! I wanted something specific, followed my intuition about the right and wrong ways to go, was given additional information that I needed to know, kept what I truly desired firmly planted in my brain, and a huge 'block' that stood in my way was removed, literally overnight, thereby creating the answer to my prayers.)

Suppose you have a distinct feeling about someone or something...like a wariness in your gut. Like waiting for the 'other shoe' to drop...a sense of discomfort or a need for caution but you are not really aware of what exactly is making you feel this way. Trust me: your intuition is trying to tell you something! You will know what it is when you hear the 'thunk' of that other shoe. And it will suddenly make sense. Your most likely thought will go something like this: 'I knew this was going to happen...or, 'I had a feeling about her/him!'.

  neurons in the brain

When any of our senses (we do not have 5 senses: we have 6) are stimulated, the neurons fire in our brains and travel to various and sundry areas of our bodies. The intuitive sense is no different: we get a 'funny feeling' about a person, place or thing and as that sense is processed, it produces that same 'funny feeling' in your gut. This feeling can manifest as an emotion of anxiety, fear, insecurity or disbelief or it can produce a strong 'knowing'...a knowledge, or certainty of the direction certain events or situations are taking. The intuition is also our 'warning system' and kicks into high gear when we are considering or actually entering into a dangerous action or surrounding. If you are ever with someone who makes you feel nervous or scared...get out!!! The voice of your intuition (God) is your best defender...LISTEN to it! It could save your life. No kidding.  

The connection between the Universal power and us is manifest in this 6th sense and is a gift which is often ignored, stuffed into hidden corners or talked away by logic and reason. There are many incidents on record about folks not getting onto planes, or boats (Titanic), or trains at the very last second because the intuitive sense of doom was so stong they simply could not ignore it. And it saved their lives.

Almost everyone I have ever asked has acknowledged that they have had 'funny feelings' about something at some point in their lives...so everyone seems to be aware of this odd 'sense'...however, not everyone recognizes it for what it is, or listens to it. I will admit that it takes practice and awareness and consistency to open to these messages, but it can be done and all it requires is acceptance and attention.

DAILY LIFE SYMBOLS AND MESSAGES

There are a variety of ways to hook into this alternate level of sensitivity and one is to become aware of the symbols which surround us on a daily basis. I am talking about street signs, window signs, signs on the sides of trucks, license plate numbers, and activity that catches your attention for whatever reason.

If you are walking down the street, deep in thought about one thing or the other and you catch a snippet of conversation from a passing couple which, oddly, seems to fit in with your train of thought...LISTEN!! There is a message for you in there!

If you are driving down the street, wondering why a certain project is just not moving forward and you see a huge sign reading 'suspended stages'...maybe your project needs to be 'suspended' for while. Do you see where I am going with this?

There are communications for us everywhere: some traditional and some not so much. Astrological  and 'star' signs; all kinds of notification and traffic signs:

    what?       ?

signs that we are in love, or engaged or approaching a 'dead zone':

which, of course, does not mean that the two are connected, it's just the way my mind works. Here are a few more signs/symbols just because it's fun:

Let's take this symbolism thing one step further. Supposing you saw the following images over the space of two days:

                                   and this word kept showing up:

GARAGE GARAGE GARAGE GARAGE GARAGE GARAGE GARAGE

                                             ...ummm...do you think maybe the Universe is trying to tell you something? Like take extra care and attention when driving for the next little bit? Or have your brakes fixed, oil checked, whatever...(you will usually have an idea if something is up with the operation of your car...and your car represents your control over the direction of your life and your physical  body), or quit doing twelve other things while you are driving (like, oh, I dunno...talking on the phone? putting on make-up? eating? We all do it at one time or another!) The point is that there is a message for you in what we might call 'coincidence'...anything that strikes you as being 'out-of-the-ordinary' is worth taking note of.

Here are a few more examples.

If you phone someone repeatedly and the line is busy, busy, busy! don't get frustrated! It means you are not supposed to connect with that person at this time and you do not need to understand why. Just call again later. (And when you do connect later and hear about the horrible fight this person was having with their son? brother? plumber? over the phone, aren't you glad you didn't persist? Negative vibrations and all.)

If you are trying to travel somewhere and everything that can go wrong does go wrong...maybe you should consider staying home?

                            honey, ARE WE LOST?                       

If anything requires effort which is beyond the norm, read separate blocking events as 'roadblocks' or 'stop signs'. And indications that you are going the wrong way. Your inner voice will likely confirm this.

Symbology is simply being aware of the shapes, or symbols that communications take when they are sent to you. They may appear as two birds (togetherness), a couple arguing (beware of the potential for an upcoming quarrel and take actions to avoid it when recognized), the roof falling in (umm...speaks for itself) or hearing from three different sources that their furnace blew (check your pilot light!)...hearing with more than our ears leaves us open to other dimensions of communications.

Dreams are also a vast informational forum. Some say they do not dream, however, we all do...we just don't remember all of them. If you dream of a flood, look at your emotional circumstances, as water represents emotions. Is there somewhere you are not expressing yourself? Are there pent-up words you are not releasing? Are you in love? Are you angry? (See Keeping it Simple on the menu bar.)

Perhaps you dream of running, a common theme. The obvious question is what are you running from? Or to? Who or what is chasing you? What are you afraid might 'catch up' to you? What would happen if you stopped running and confronted your fear?

The symbols in dreams are very personal. What a fish means to me might not have the same meaning to you...and so on. Look at the core symbol of your dream, then focus on your emotion during the dream. Were you happy? Sad? Confused? Worried? The feeling of your dream is very important and will tell you more about its content. Remember that you are the writer, director and actor(s) in all of your dreams...it is all about you.

In my life, I often notice phases when every car I see seems to have my complete or partial set of initials on its license plates. Very strange, I must say. However, over the years of watching this phenomenon, I have noticed that this happens just before something major shifts in my life. It is though the Universe is trying to catch my attention and prepare me for a shift.

I am sure that you also have noticed odd 'coincidences' in your life.

Of course, now I feel obliged to mention that there are no such things. Everything is just as it was designed to be and we all are linked to a 'higher power source' whether we accept it or not...so when you have been thinking about calling your uncle for three days and he calls you...that is synchronicity, not coincidence. It just means you both tapped into each other's projections (or thought shapes) and followed the most logical method of contact.

Looking at the world from this perspective is sometimes thrilling and sometimes not so thrilling, to be honest. When a long suspected (intuited) component or likely event becomes reality, it does confirm your trust in the validity of these unusual messages but it can also become somewhat of a downer as confirmation of 'bad vibes', for one, can indicate misplaced trust, loyalty and the presence of rose coloured glasses (but I threw mine out years ago!!) Nevertheless, the entire process is worth it as the whole goal is to align and open to the mysteries of existence. Nothing is perfect. But it can be pretty darn good...especially when you realize that you have opened up to your intuition!

SOME SIMPLE METHODS OF DIVINING THAT YOU CAN DO

These are some simple methods of divining that you can do for yourself. All you need is a pendulum (that you can easily make yourself), a book that you like, a glass of water, a couple of pebbles, a set of cards or even, your computer!

There are, as you know, quite a few ways of assessing the energies present at any given moment, whether one uses traditional methods, such as the Tarot or more unusual ones such as casting coins or sticks (I Ching) or runes. Some of us look for patterns in the clouds or in the calm surface of a lake (scrying), or use dowsing rods, look into crystals, or to the planet's positions in the Universe...everyone has their favourite way of 'tapping in'. 

One suggestion, especially when seeking a 'yes' or 'no' response is something that anyone can do. It requires no specific training or 'gift' and is surprisingly easy and accurate.

    PENDULUMS                              This is my pendulum...it is amethyst and responds to me in magickal ways. Pendulums can be purchased (or made) and can be of many different materials and many different shapes, but they are commonly made from wood,crystal, silver or brass and are generally pointed at the tip. You can also make your own, using a ring on a chain, or a charm on a ribbon. The only important thing is that the weight of the pendulum is not too light or too heavy, for it must be able to move freely, yet not be affected by a breeze or slight movement of the body.

Hold the end of the chain or ribbon between your forefinger and thumb (as in the illustration) and either brace your arms firmly on your knees or on a table: the idea is that you keep your arms steady. Let the pendulum hang and place your left hand in a cupping motion directly beneath it, making sure to leave enough space to allow the pendulum free movement. (If you are left handed, hold in your left and cup with your right.)

Now focus on the pendulum itself. Silently ask it to 'show me YES'. The pendulum will start to move, either in a circle, or a straight line towards you or side to side. Determine which direction the answer 'yes' indicates for you and your pendulum. (There are no set directions in terms of answers...these will be personal to you and your tool.) Say 'thank you' and wait until the pendulum has ceased to move. Then repeat the process, this time asking it to 'show me NO'. Again, the pendulum will move, this time in a different pattern than before. Note the direction it takes when saying 'no'. If the answer to your question is 'unknown at this time', the pendulum will either not move at all, or will swing in a direction that is neither yes, nor no.

You are ready. Simply ask a question and wait for the answer. Approach this divinational tool with respect (try not to influence the pendulum by moving your hand!) and you will be surprised to say the least.

You can test your pendulum by asking a question to which the answer is already known, for example, you may ask 'is my mother's name Mary'?

Many readers and spiritual folks that I know carry their pendulums with them as a matter of course. It can be used when choosing an herbal medicine (is this a good medicine for me?), deciding on which shop to take your car, or to gain clarity about any person, place or thing. The more you work with your pendulum, the more attuned it will be with you and  answers and guidance will come with amazing accuracy.

It's simple and it works! Try it! You can pick up one up at any spiritual/metaphysical shop, or, like I said, make your own! (If you buy one, follow the question structure above and ask if this is 'your' pendulum. You will receive some 'no' answers...and then a 'yes' when you choose the right one for you.) If the pendulums are displayed in a hanging row, don't be surprised if one or two of them begin to move towards you without being touched...there is an 'energy connection' happening and you should pay special attention to them. I have seen this happen quite frequently.

Messages in books    

Another way of tapping in is by holding a favourite book (I sometimes use the Bible for this and some of the answers are so exact, they seem almost eerie) in the palm of your right hand while covering the top with your left. (If you are left-handed, reverse the process.) Try to pick a book that is not technical in nature...the idea here is that you are seeking an answer or guidance, therefore the content or theme of the book is important.

Flip the book's pages with your thumb while concentrating on a question or situation. When the spirit moves you, open the book and allow your gaze to fall where it naturally wants to upon the pages and passages of the open book.

Read the first words you see and ponder their meaning as related to your question or situation. Sometimes you will need to ponder for awhile; other times the answer will hit you right between the eyes!

The single card draw      

You do not have to be a tarot reader, or even that familiar with the Tarot, or any other type of deck for that matter, to gain invaluable messages from this method of divination. Simply hold a deck in your hands, shuffle the deck while focusing on your question or situation and cut the deck 3 times (optional), then pull the top card. Study the image on the card, taking into account the feeling it invokes in you and your immediate take on its meaning. It simply does not matter what the 'proper' meaning of the card is...your interpretation is the correct one for you. Make sure to note everything about the card, i.e., if it has a number, title or anything else that stands out. The primary feeling you have about the card is your answer or holds the core of the message. By the way, if you feel motivated to pull the next card, do so...often there are additional energies that are connected to the initial query.

An interesting, fun and easy way to learn the tarot is to pull a 'card a day' each morning, notice the message, put the card and deck aside and go about your day. In the evening, have a look at the card once again and see how it connects or relates to the events of your day. Learning the base meanings of the number scale would prove helpful, too...see 'the meanings of numbers' on the menu bar. After working with a deck for a few months, you will become familiar with the meanings of the cards for YOU and those meanings should never be changed or adjusted. A case in point: if you gave the same tarot deck to 12 different readers, each one would have slightly different takes on many of the cards. This is the way it is done: each reader understands the meanings of the cards in their own way and each one reads the layouts in their own ways. However, if all 12 readers are reputable, the readings, although different in style and interpretation, will generally deliver the same message.

Use your computer as an oracle   

And why not? Most of us use this technology every day, so why not take advantage of it? I have often gone 'surfing' when in search of a message, often when I really didn't know what I was looking for, although I knew there was something waiting to be found.

To access this limitless energy field, I simply type in something related to my query or concern or feeling and follow the links that appear. Invariably, this random ambling takes me exactly where I wanted or needed to go and gives me the exact message I needed to see. This process requires an open mind and heart and the willingness to let your fingers do the walking. You just never know what or who you will find...try it!

Water gazing

We have all heard of 'crystal gazing' - well, you do not need a crystal ball or even a crystal in order to have a look into the mists of time...just grab a clear glass (no etchings or designs of any kind on the outside or inside), fill it with water and set it against a dark (preferably black) background. This should be done in a dimly lit room and somewhere you will not be interrupted. You may have a candle burning (behind you is best so you are not distracted by the flame) and incense is helpful as well as it is traditionally regarded as an appeal to the spirits to be present. Sit quietly in front of the clear glass of H20, but do not STARE...just gaze, blink when you need to and breath fully and slowly. The first few times you do this, it is likely that one of two things will happen: first, nothing, and second, you might begin to see a 'haze' or 'mist'. If you are lucky enough to see the haze beginning to form, be aware of what shapes or images you might perceive during the mist formation or as it begins to fade.

Clear glass of water without embellishment               Something like this mist is what you                                              are looking for.                                 

Do not do this for more than 10 minutes at a time...you want to be fresh and clear and sitting any longer puts a strain on both your eyes and your level of receptivity. Remember that any images you might see are personal to you...they might be difficult to get a handle on at first, but your first instinct about what the shape is and what it means is generally the right one.

Casting Pebbles

This is really good for yes or no answers. Simply go to your garden, to the beach or for a walk...wherever you might find small, relatively round shaped pebbles. Pick a white one and a dark gray or black one. Take them home, clean them under cool water and place them under the Sun or under the moon for awhile to dry and cleanse.

Hold the white and black pebble in your hands, ask a question and toss the  stones. If the white one falls close to you, the answer is yes. If the black one falls close to you, the answer is no. You might want to find a small bag to hold these pebbles in when not in use...this implicates and assigns special energy to your answer pebbles.

The letter opener spin

Yes, you can use a knife for this one, but I prefer the letter opener. Whatever you use, it has to be well weighted in the center to allow for stationary spinning.

  You will need to use your artistic talents here...nothing major! A large piece of cardboard or fairly heavy construction board will do - draw a circle and divide it up into sections, similar to this chart. In each section, write the basics, something like this:

* YES, WITHOUT A DOUBT

* NO, ABSOLUTELY NOT

* IN GOOD TIME

* GOOD NEWS/COMMUNICATION IS COMING

* YOUR INTUITION IS TRYING TO TELL YOU

* AN UNEXPECTED EVENT OR MEETING IS COMING

* DOUBT IS DEADLY, THIS LOVE IS TRUE

* BEWARE FALSE PROMISES/FRIENDS

* A JOURNEY ON THE HORIZON

* PROTECT THAT WHICH IS YOURS

* AN UNEXPECTED WINDFALL

Of course, you can create your board whichever way you like: it is your board, after all. Get creative!

Set the letter opener (or bread knife, if that is what you have) in the centre of the board and focus on a question. Spin the knife three times (the magickal 3!) and note each answer given. Tie these three answers together and see how they relate or spread light on your question. Sometimes, a message will come though that has nothing to do with your question: that is how spirit works.

Teacup readings

I just did this last night! What fun. All you need is a plain, round cup (no illustrations or shapes on the inside) with a handle and some loose tea, preferably with larger leafs. Failing that, you can do what I did and open a teabag, empty the contents into the cup and add boiling water. A saucer covered in paper towel or a napkin should be nearby. You should drink all the tea, leaving only enough at the bottom to move the dregs around a bit. (If you can't stand tea, drink 3 sips, tip out the rest and proceed.)

Turn the cup counterclockwise (female) or clockwise (male) three times and be sure to tip the cup at the same time so that the leafs can reach the rim and the sides of the cup itself. You may ask questions or make a wish at this time. When the 3 circles are complete, tip the cup on its head and rest in on the napkin or paper towel for a moment or two to catch the excess water.

Turn the cup over and study the shapes you find therein. The handle of the cup is you, the drinker. The rim of the cup is the present and time goes forward the further down you go into the cup: the bottom being around 1 year away. If a symbol is facing the handle, it is important in your life: if it is facing away from the handle, it is a passing influence. If a symbol is directly across from the handle, it will have an impact on your life.

Similar to the symbols in dreams, or mist gazing or cloud watching, each one means different things to different people. Go by your intuition when reading your symbols...and don't forget to turn the cup so that you can view all of the symbols from different angles. Keep your mind open: what you don't see the first time 'round, may jump up and bite your nose the second time 'round.

For me, I saw many fish of many sizes. To me, fish are all important as I am a water sign (Pisces), which is ruled by fish. I also know that the fish was the ancient sign for Christianity and that Jesus was a fisherman. I used to have a pool full of carp, whom I adored and used to feed and talk to on a regular basis (they are really smart and very affectionate...true!). So, to me, fish are good symbols that speak of my own development and progress, since fish rarely stay still.

But that is just me. What if YOU don't like fish??? As I said, not all symbols mean the same things to different people. You may want to purchase a dream book, or go online for the basic guidelines to symbols as these can be helpful when you are trying to figure out the messages, whether in your teacup or in last night's dream.

So go ahead, expand your energies and tap into your own ability to glean guidance! It's enlightening, fun and I promise you, it will offer surprising insight to your situations or questions...answers are all around you; and you need to do is listen at a new level and see with new eyes. 

Hugs from

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