Blinders
Although the eyes — evil or otherwise — act receptively, most agree that they can be striking or, at least, revealing. But if rays don't shoot from them, what makes them special? A materialist could argue that body language is responsible, and he or she could use squinting as a supporting example. People who study metaphysics might agree but could add other ideas too.

The analogies of "seeing the world through rose-colored glasses" and "wearing blinders" are well known. Spiritually, "blinders" or distorted lenses refer to being asleep to spiritual reality. It represents a low level of consciousness. Metaphysically, "blinders" exist on a dimension other than the material one. Otherwise, we could detect and measure them. Some have peeked into this dimension, either intentionally or through grace, and claim that the lenses look like wrap-around sunglasses without the black tint. Once they notice this, they are determined to remove them. Removing them, though, takes effort and technique.

One technique is simple. It works like this: Whenever you sense that something is distorting your vision, visualize a word in front of your eyes where the "blinders" are. The key is to pick an appropriate word, because some are more effective than others. Here are some guidelines for choosing that word.

First, pick one that applies specifically to you. Psychologically, we are unique. And although "blinders" are a metaphysical phenomenon, they interact with and influence our psyche. It's like going to the optometrist: the doctor doesn't hand you a pair of pre-made glasses. Instead, he or she examines your eyes and discovers what your individual needs are. Here, you examine your spirit and find the proper word.

Second, narrow down the search. For instance, everyone has spiritual aspects. They aren't, though, that well suited for this technique. We also have a spiritual identity and purpose, but neither works consistently. Rather, we need something universal between people: relationship. Using a word, then, that represents your personal True Relationship to others would be the most useful. True Relationship includes the relationship between you and your environment as well.

Say, for example, your True Relationship is that people help you. For efficiency, you would shorten the phrase to a single word, "Help." You do this because "blinder events" strike suddenly and without warning. You need something easy to remember so you can act fast and decisively. So, whenever you look at someone, instead of automatically criticizing them in your mind, viewing them as a sexual object, calculating how to manipulate them, or whatever your habitual reactions are, you would visualize the word "Help" over your eyes. Through practice, you lessen the influence of those filters. You also receive insight into how your mind works every time you successfully apply the technique.

Lastly, let's go back to the evil eye. We have seen how electromagnetic waves can carry "vibes." What if it worked like this: light hits and reflects off the "blinder" and carries the "blinder's" vibe to the viewer? This makes sense theoretically, and it implies something positive.

What if you have successfully replaced a "blinder" with your True Relationship? If True Relationship is something holy — and as an aspect of your spirit, it is — then you would be reflecting holiness into the environment. Although passive, this evolutionary act would make the world a better place. It represents one powerful way to harness the power of light and gently support the evolution of the planet.