Vision and Insight

In some ways, we can feel we have either too much choice in our lives (eight brands of coffee at the supermarket) or too little (due to health problems, lack of time, money and so on) and the temptation is then to look for answers or guidance outside ourselves. However, the Pavanis approach is that love, in the highest sense, is actually a catalyst for finding the answers within ourselves.

Ravenna aims to help her clients deal with any obstacles (whether physical, mental, emotional or spiritual) which might be blocking vision and insight. Using the various Pavanis strands, she works to clear, heal, revitalise and strengthen the link between the client and his or her own source of loving spirituality and wisdom. As that link grows stronger, it generally results in a greater sense of inner peace, increased awareness of our life’s purpose, and more insight into our current situation. At the same time, anxiety about the future tends to diminish. (Paradoxically, this fear or anxiety is often the driving force for us to seek vision and guidance in the first place – a bit like toothache compelling us to visit the dentist!).

In metaphysical terms, the word “vision” implies an awakening of wisdom and insight (aspects of the sixth chakra, or "third eye"). Signs of this awakening and inner spiritual guidance can take the form of visions and images seen in our mind’s eye whilst we are awake. Some visions can provide us with a blueprint for our life’s direction. Generally speaking, they need to be wholeheartedly sought. One of the most famous visions of all, is Moses’ vision of the burning bush, described in the Bible. This vision evokes the paradox, or miracle, which occurs when the divine and material levels of reality directly interact. We can also receive clarity and/or guidance through our dreams. However, greater insight need not be image-related; it can also be non-visual – just a simple realisation about one’s true role in life, the best way through a tricky situation or the next step forward, for example.

Ravenna uses visualisation as a way to help clients identify their true values for fulfilment and clarify their life’s purpose. This can be done once, usually towards the end of a course of treatments, or several times, and works best when the client is deeply relaxed. Clients are also encouraged to sit quietly in nature and meditate receptively. Sometimes a client will receive images and/or abstract colours during a healing session, as does Ravenna as the healer. Guidance can also come in the form of direct information and clarity given to Ravenna whilst she is working.