Relationship Building with Higher Self and Manifestations Through Mirror Work

By SuAnn Hoffman

30 October 2022

Following Dale Graff’s precognition talk and Patrice Maleze’s discussion on the importance of mirror work at the Institute of Hermetic Studies (IHS) Conference in the Spring (2022), IHS encouraged all patrons and students to participate in a group exercise of mirror work for the purpose of developing and testing precognition.  The last five months have gone beyond increased precognition and have brought about a wonderful experience in not only communicating with my Highest Self (Holy Guardian Angel, Self of Self) but also beneficial to my personal path in bringing about tangible manifestations of my goals.  

I have utilized New Thought methods (focusing/visualizations) on my own personal will to achieve outcomes for nearly 20 years successfully and I credit the technique to building my career.  New Thought can still remain a tool, but what I am about to describe is a different mode of operation where you are trusting in your Higher Self to have your best interests for your path.  The difference in thinking goes from “my will be done,” to instead trusting the manifestations when they arise as the best possible outcome for the situation at hand.  When trusting in the manifestations that are presented, there is a feeling of joy in being supported by the universe and an awe in what is revealed.

As I started the mirror work, I was experiencing what is often referred to as “Terror of the Threshold”.  I perceived in the mirror unpleasant reflections that gave me pause to wonder what aspect of myself was being revealed.  I realized this was my “Inner Guardian” or subconscious process trying to protect me from possible psychic indigestion caused by adding new ideas, goals, or values to my current ‘self concept’.  I moved past this experience by speaking to myself aloud- “There is nothing to fear, this is self revealing to self, and Higher Self reveals that which is useful to my path.”  After a series of dreams, subconscious rendering, and physical world observances of snakes, I was able to move past the “Terror of the Threshold.”  I also realized how easy it was to talk to myself aloud via the mirror and get a response. 

Next, I started experiencing an increase in precognition and coincidences, as was the original task set out by the IHS Mirror work instruction.  These were small things at first like knowing whom I would encounter or what might be an outcome to a situation.  So I kept forward with the mirror work.  Not long after I was confronted with a strange manifestation of an unresolved situation that I was harboring unhelpful emotions towards from my previous employer.  I was faced with those feelings and the situation three times “coincidently” over a week after an entire year had passed.  The end result was that I recognized the non-coincidence and came to the place I needed to be, in order to resolve the situation internally.  That is when I realized this was my Higher Self manifesting in my life to my benefit; in the way I requested during my Mirror work (reveal that which is useful to my path).

This experience encouraged me to express a true emotional response of gratitude during the mirror work.  If I had only paid attention, I would have realized that there was a guiding intelligence present in my whole life, just not at the current momentum I started experiencing.  Truly my belief and faith has been strengthened with the mirror work!  From this moment forward I have found that beneficial manifestations were continuing to happen at a very quick speed, as I paid closer attention, acknowledged my Higher Self’s involvement, and expressed gratitude.  

From what I can gather, the main benefit of the manifestations is what is in my best interest.  They always seem to be the quickest route to resolving a problem or issue at hand.  These manifestations were not always the best decision financially or the ones that my will would have chosen, and I could have very easily allowed my “ego” or limited sense of self, my will or my logic to deny the opportunities being presented.  Fortunately, I sensed more deeply inside myself that these were coming from my “Higher Self” – or a sense of direct awareness –  and it would be impertinent to deny an acceptable solution being handed to me without additional effort on my part.

I have multiple examples big and small.  One recent example that came by way of a literal opening of the door, is we had put an offer in to buy a new house and our plan was to wait until after we settled into the new home to put our current house on the market.  In parallel, these past few months the interest rates are increasing and we are heading into winter.  By way of word of mouth someone knocked on our door one Saturday offering cash and the same closing date as our new house.  This allowed the equity of our current home to be rolled forward, removed the stress of selling a home in a changing market and removed the stress of carrying two mortgages and heating bills into winter.  I could have listed the house hoping to get an additional 10% out of someone but this turned into a win-win situation for all involved.  Additionally, this freed up my time to focus on other beneficial and more enjoyable things.

IHS offered an Astrology course this past summer taught by Jaime Paul Lamb.  Mr. Lamb taught students how to calculate their Almuten Figuruis and find the name of their personal Daimon.  To add further inspiration to the mirror work, I was able to start bringing the name of my Daimon forward into the time I spend with the mirror.  

Having this blossoming relationship with my Daimon and ability to utilize the mirror to access my Higher Self has brought about a true sense of joy, peace, and awe for the life that we live.  I am grateful to the programs offered by the IHS this past year.  Being able to participate in the Q&A sessions, Astrology Class, and mirror work has synergistically led to many learnings and benefits on my path.  

More information can be found on mirror work at request from the IHS.  Also, if you would like to share your personal experiences with the IHS programs please contact us.  Steps I have taken with the mirror work are as follows:

1. Find a mirror dedicated to Self work and keep it away from other purposes.  
2. Try mirror work in the morning if possible.  Work with the lighting to find a balance that is not straining for the eyes.  I spend about 15 minutes each session.  In the mirror program there is also an evening component that is described.
3. Start each session with an affirmation that this is Self revealing to Self.  I asked my Higher Self to reveal that which will be helpful on my path.
4. If one experiences Terror at the Threshold, talk to your self aloud.  Affirm there is nothing to fear;only Self revealing to Self.  Relax and observe.  Try not to react.
5. Express gratitude to your Higher Self. Really feel your emotions.  If your emotions move you to tears, embrace it.
6. Like the practice of “Assumption of the God Form”; Instead of assuming Toth or someone else, assume your Higher Self.  Imagine it descending into the top of your head and settling into your heart.  Feel the mental stillness and peace that can come from this for as long as it lasts.
7. Relax into what the mirror shows you. Remember this is all and only you revealing to yourself.  
8. As you go about your days, pay attention to what is presented to you.  Accept that your highest self has your best interest for your personal path.  Don’t deny your Highest Self’s aide, notice when the same thing, or “coincidental” event happens more than once.  Take notes.

SuAnn Hoffman has been a seeker of the path for 20 years and a student of the Institute for Hermetic Studies for the past 3 years, where she volunteers her time.  SuAnn has a Masters in Engineering and MBA, working as a Senior Engineering Manager for a global Technology company.  She lives in Northeast PA, where she and her husband run a Real Estate business renovating homes and offering long term rentals.