transpersonal

transpersonal
trans·per·son·al -'pərs-nəl, -ən-əl adj of, relating to, or being psychology or psychotherapy concerned esp. with esoteric mental experience (as mysticism and altered states of consciousness) beyond the usual limits of ego and personality

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  • Transpersonal chakra — The Transpersonal chakra is a chakra that many meditation practitioners say is located above the crown chakra. The transpersonal chakra is said to be located about 4 5 fingers above the head. This chakra is associated with spiritual connection… …   Wikipedia

  • Transpersonal experience — A transpersonal experience literally means, an experience of transcending the personal. It is often characterized by a total shift in consciousness and the feeling of being one infinite, unbroken life, encompassing all things, transcending all… …   Wikipedia

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