Dream Quest Mandalas

Here are some of the Dream Quest Mandalas created by Henry Reed for his clients. The originals are watercolor on paper, about 5 inches square.

	A mandala is a universal symbol. By the information it contains, a symbol organizes energy, giving it focus and applicability. The mandala symbol brings together two very different realities, as expressed by the circle and the square. The circle expresses the oneness of all creation, the potential of all that is. While the circle is a spiritual truth, it is like theory, and not found in perfect material manifestation. On the other hand, the square is more earthy, reflecting what of creation has actually come to exist.
	Putting the two together, "squaring the circle," refers to the mystical act, in which we all participate, of bringing a specific manifestation of the infinite potential of all of creation into actuality. As a soul, we reflect the whole of creation, yet our experience, our lives, express only a portion of this wholeness, and does so imperfectly. The mandala symbolizes the finite, specific, imperfect manifestation of the infinite soul which is one with all of creation--the spark of the creative forces forging a specific expression.
	Henry uses prayer and meditation to become receptive to imagery that should be the basis of the Dream Quest mandala he would paint for you. When the imagery comes, and the time does come to paint, a square piece of paper, made from pure cotton is specially. Although he does not know the intended meaning of the imagery, as he develops the painting, he meditates upon your initial conversation with him, to resonate to your energy. His painting is a prayer that of all the creative possibilities existing in your interactions with your dreams, the specific life-changing results from your quest will be the one that will bring you closer to your ideal life.
	When the mandala is finished, it contains the energy of the prayers. It serves as a blessing and a source of continuing prayers. You will be able to experience the caring and support of your quest the mandala expresses. You may perceive additional personal meaning in the design. It is suggested that you keep your Dream Mandala visible during the four to five weeks of your quest. Each time your eyes glance upon the mandala remember that just as you are questing through your dreams to experience a more ideal life, that the Creative Spirit is questing through you to express a personal example of its awesome potential.

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