Revealing the Anatomy of
the Essential Self
our formless sources, (e.g., Mind, thoughts, and
Essential Self).
Similar to the physical body, our Essential Self has an
by Gladys Wesley-Kennedy
anatomy that is subtle in nature, and also driven by Mind and
thoughts. Its constitution is pure “Divine Energy” (life force).
Divine Energy is an essential constituent of life, and serves as
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n 2009, Natural Awakenings Magazine invited The WHAI to
write several articles regarding the true power and function
the invisible power behind the development and functioning
of Mind, and how it is entirely responsible for our daily life
of internal organs, and autonomic physiological functioning,
circumstances. This year, they asked me to expand on this
(e.g., cardiovascular, neurological, lymphatic systems, etc.).
concept, by revealing the anatomy of the “Essential Self,” and
It operates as an intelligent energy link between Mind
the ancient energy practices used to interact with it, e.g., Qi-
and physical existence; and connects physiological processes
Gong, Tai Chi, Yoga, and Meditation. I readily agreed because
together through energy vortexes, called “chakras” and
through The WHAI Healing Practice I realized that, as con-
“gates.” Its power flows to and from internal organs and all
temporary people, we have lost our awareness of and connec-
other areas of our physical body through a vast extraordinary
tion to our essence and true nature. This is because, over
energy network called “meridians.”
time, we unknowingly allowed ourselves to be deceived
Given that our Essential Self is driven by Mind, we can
about who we really are. For this reason, being offered the
directly affect our health and reality by mindfully directing its
opportunity to enlighten readers about their true nature, its
six components. For example, to eradicate disease, WHAI
powerful healing abilities, and the profoundly effective energy
practitioners learn to identify and interrupt diseased thought
practices that support it, seemed very timely, indeed.
patterns by commanding their mind to control their breath,
In previous articles, I described how, with our Mind and
and strategically steer Divine Energy through their associated
thoughts, we shape our health, world, and existence; and
malfunctioning chakras, meridians, and internal organs.
how, by living in accordance to this principle, we can liberate
Hence, they heal themselves by properly utilizing their Mind,
ourselves from all forms of disease and suffering. But, how
Essential Self, and inherent healing mechanisms.
does this process work? How can we take control of our
This type of mindful energy practice, called “Qi-Gong,”
health and state of existence? The answer is: to recognize and
(pronounced “chee gong”) was originally developed and per-
live from our “Essential Self,” which is anatomically com-
fected in Asia, over many thousands of years. But, historically,
prised of six formless energy components: Mind, Breath,
due to politics, fear, and the threat of its wisdom and power
Divine Energy, Chakras, Gates, and Meridians. Explicitly, to
falling into the hands of the unscrupulous or mal-intentioned,
“take control” means to consciously direct these formative
its practices have been strictly guarded secrets.
aspects of life.
Over the next several articles, I will reveal some of the
The process begins with the Mind and “Essential Self,”
secrets of the ancient energy practices currently utilized at The
(i.e., “energy body”), which are the eternal elements of our
WHAI, including detailed descriptions of the six anatomical
life. Characteristically, they are invisible, formless, all-encom-
components of the Essential Self. Additionally, I will share some
passing, and perfect. Nevertheless, they are also the quintes-
of the profoundly effective healing methods used at The WHAI
sential constituents of every “formed” aspect of our existence,
to teach practitioners how to effectively access and manage
(e.g., physical body and life conditions). Below, describes
their Mind, Essential Self, and overall life conditions.
how the Mind and Essential Self relate to our physical life:
Natural Awakenings and The WHAI hope you will join us
each month as we chronicle the healing journey through the
1. Thought patterns are generated by and within the
Mind and Essential Self. Don’t miss next month’s article,
Mind, and like Mind, are invisible and formless.
“Divine Energy – The Quintessence of Life.”
2. As generated, thoughts are simultaneously registered
within the “formless” Essential Self; initially, ethereally
Gladys Wesley-Kennedy is the , Founder and Qi Gong Master
affecting our physical body and environment. (e.g.,
of The WHAI & Meditative Fitness Programs. At The WHAI,
thoughts stimulate hormonal and chemical reactions in
they teach the principles and practices expounded upon in this
the body; affect our mood and ambiance of the envi-
article. Their programs are based on Gladys’ personal healing
ronment.)
journey from a life of dis-ease (cancer) to a renewed life of
3. Ultimately, patterns of thought materialize, becoming health and well-being. Consequently, she devote her life to the
“formed” physical states of our body, reality, and expe- propagation of spiritual energy practices, such as Yoga and Qi
riences. Therefore, to control our formed results, (e.g., Gong, so that others can also reap the blessings of their pro-
physical body and life circumstances) we must control found benefits. See ad page 12 in Bodywork Section. i
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