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Reiki: About The Crown Chakra
The crown chakra (Sahasrara) is the seat of higher consciousness and the master chakra of the body. It is associated with the pituitary gland and the thalamus. These glands control the central nervous system, and they are located in the center of the brain. Recent studies have linked them to consciousness, and new studies indicate that they actually respond to light, giving credence to the idea of our third eye. Release of old patterns, effortless manifestation, understanding others and ourselves intuitively, and renewed compassionate awareness is what concentrating on the crown chakra yields. As it has been said, we are spirits in human form, when we remember this essential truth and act on it we become truly aware.
Violet was once the color reserved for Roman, Egyptian and Persian royals, and it was considered the color of blood. Greek myth credits Hercules, or rather his dog with discovering the dye, when Hercules’ dog came back with his mouth stained purple from chewing on snails along the Levantine coast.
If this chakra is out of alignment, we may have trouble feeling compassionate toward others. We may not see our role in the greater creation of our world. Our worldview may be narrow in scope. Anxiety, not sleeping well, general feeling of persecution and anger indicate a possible problem in the crown chakra. Conversely, demanding that reason and logic dictate all outcomes and explain everything can also indicate that the crown chakra is out of balance as well.
To harmonize this area, we need to appreciate and understand our role in the world. Just as the beat of a butterfly’s wings can start a tsunami, we need to remember that our consciousness affects our world. A simple act of kindness can do wonders for developing your crown chakra.
To develop your spiritual awareness and crown chakra you can try meditating outdoors in sun light or moon light. White Light is helpful in realigning this chakra. Sitting in the sun will restore and balance the violet spectrum. Be careful not to overdo and wear appropriate sun gear and sunscreen. Practicing peace, love and understanding are the ultimate aids in developing our higher consciousness. Make the choice to live by higher principles and see how your perspective changes.
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Reiki: About The Base or Root Chakra
The base chakra is called MULADHARA, which means ‘root’ or ‘foundation’ in Sanskrit. Red is the longest wavelength of light that we can perceive. It is reputedly one of the first colors we see when we open our eyes as babies, and it is also one of the colors that can be restored to the color blind with laser surgery. The color red is a complex symbol of blood, birth, anger, passion, life and death in human psychology. In a vast array of Neolithic graves from various countries, red ocher has been found at the site. Either stored in pots, or dusted over the deceased, the red paint is an emblem of passing and a life of belonging. Red ocher or iron oxide was one of the first paints used by humanity.
The root chakra is located at the tailbone - right at the end of the spinal column. This is where the three main nadis begin the Ida, Pingala and Sushumma combine to form the kundalini energy base. Tribal instincts form here, whom we feel most comfortable, our connections to our surroundings, and our grounding or stability, start with this chakra. Safety and fear of being hurt both psychologically and physically start in this region. Physically, this chakra governs our sense of smell, our large intestine and ability to process elimination, our bones and our adrenal glands i.e., our fight or flight response all derive from this chakra.
When this chakra is out of balance, you may find you are fearful of people or situations. You may feel or act flighty rather than grounded, and you may find that physical reality is boring. If you’re tired, suffer lower backaches, bloating or feel like you’re ‘carrying a heavy load’, it could be time for a chakra adjustment.
To harmonize this area, we need to listen to the beat of our heart, calm ourselves and allow our consciousness to affect the world. We belong where we are because we have something to learn from where we are. Try not to let painful events overwhelm you, rather remember that there is a cycle to all things. The passage of time will allow new growth and change to take place, concentrate on grounding where you are. Foster the health of your base chakra with a hearty meal. Pasta with tomatoes and red wine will help ground you. Share it with friends to help foster belonging, and learn to relax. You do belong, and belonging brings grounding.
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Reiki: About The Sex Center Chakra
Svadisthana: the sex chakra or the Sacral Chakra is located just below the belly button. It governs our creativity, our ability to give and receive, our sexuality, our sense of sensuality and fulfillment, and of course, procreation. Our sense of awe is also derived from this chakra. When it is working properly we are able to find fulfillment in our work and our relationships and we can give and receive without effort. If this chakra is too weak, we may have trouble feeling connected to our partner or to our work.
We may find it hard to see the creativity that we bring to our job, and feel undervalued or unappreciated in some aspect of our lives. If this is the case, there are steps that we can take to help balance this area of our lives.
To open the chakra you may find it helpful to use the mudra (hand postures) associated with the strengthening of this chakra area. Keep your hands in your lap left hand under right hand palms up, and thumbs touching. As you sit, remember to pull your belly button towards your spine. This helps to circulate the energy in the sacral chakra area, and helps to open the area and make the lower back more flexible. You can do this in a meeting or on the bus, but if you are able to go into a meditative state all the better. Use the mantra VAM (Sanscrit for compassion and wisdom) to further enhance the experience.
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Reiki: About The Solar Plexus Chakra
Manipura: the navel chakra or the Solar Plexus Chakra is located just above the belly button. This is the chakra of “fire within the body or the life force.” It governs our self-esteem, our confidence in our selves, and our inner strength. Our ideas about how capable we are, and our ability to create abundance is derived from this chakra. When it is working properly, we are able to see ‘golden’ opportunities in every thing, regardless of what befalls us, we can find something good in whatever happens. We feel good about following our ‘gut instincts’, and we trust ourselves. We have confidence in our abilities, and our place in the world.
If this chakra is out of alignment, we may physically have trouble ‘digesting a situation’, or understanding our role in it. We may have an upset stomach frequently or a queasy sense of fear or uncertainty in our gut. Conversely, needing to dominate or to control situations and others can indicate that this chakra is out of balance in the opposite extreme.
Either way, to harmonize this area, we need to practice self-appreciation, tolerance and love. When we feel out of balance, these are the baby steps that we can take to help stabilize this area.
Calming yourself and taking time to grow your self-awareness, inner strength, and innate power are what inner growth is all about. What you probably most need to work on when you are stressed or weak in this area is self-appreciation. This will automatically increase the circulation and power of this area.
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Reiki: About The Heart Chakra
Anahata: Green (and Pink) Heart Chakra
Romantic love, affection, caring and compassion, great strength, and the ability to change, this chakra governs our hands, heart, lungs and circulatory systems. It is our center of balance.
If this chakra is under stimulated, we may suffer from indecision or anxiety, fear of rejection and clinginess. If it is over stimulated, we may not be able to express “love”, and we mistakenly identify lust, and longing with love, and arrogance with power. When this chakra is out of balance, we will experience the lower natures of man, versus man’s higher nature. To regulate this area we can use the sound YAM in meditation.
Benefits of a Balanced 4th Chakra
* Expression of the compassion, unconditional love for all
* A nurturing nature, a desire to befriend others
* Confidence in the ability to express love
* Mental layer of aura able to transmit and receive information effortlessly
Anahata: Green (and Pink) Heart Chakra
Romantic love, affection, caring and compassion, great strength, and the ability to change, this chakra governs our hands, heart, lungs and circulatory systems. It is our center of balance. If this chakra is under stimulated, we may suffer from indecision or anxiety, fear of rejection and clinginess. If it is over stimulated, we may not be able to express “love”, and we mistakenly identify lust, and longing with love, and arrogance with power. When this chakra is out of balance, we will experience the lower natures of man, versus man’s higher nature. To regulate this area we can use the sound YAM in meditation.
Benefits of a Balanced 4th Chakra
* Expression of the compassion, unconditional love for all
* A nurturing nature, a desire to befriend others
* Confidence in the ability to express love
* Mental layer of aura able to transmit and receive information effortlessly
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Reiki: About The Throat Chakra
Vishuddha: the throat chakra is the color of ice blue cough drops. It is the Communication Chakra located just below the Adam’s apple in the throat, and right around the thyroid gland which regulates our growth hormones. Associated with clarity and growth, this chakra governs our ability to express ourselves.
We can strengthen this area by using sound. Our inner voice and our “abstract intuition” (instant problem solving without formal logic) are derived from this area. If this chakra is over stimulated, we may suffer sore throats, feel we have ‘something stuck in our craw’ or have a tendency to ‘run at the mouth’. If it is under stimulated we may not be able to express ourselves with ease, and we may have a tendency to speak too softly, or strain our voice when trying to get a point across. To regulate this area we can use the sound RAM or RANG in meditation. In Tibetan "Rang" means "self" and the goal is “rang tong” or to become "empty of self" to further enhance the experience of connection with all.
Historically the color blue is associated with truth and fidelity as in the English idiom ‘he’s true blue’, or the folk rhyme ‘Married in Blue, your love will always be true’, which is where we get our something borrowed, something blue tradition. Hence, various shades of the color blue are used in advertising, business and the military to instill confidence in their message and ability to get the job done.
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Reiki: About The Third Eye Chakra
The Brow or third-eye Ajna chakra center is called “the seat of the soul.” It governs our awareness, our ability to foresee things and visualize desired outcomes. It is the Clairvoyant-Intuitive part of our brain residing in the frontal lobe, which corresponds with our higher brain functions. Our ideas about reality and our ability to create that reality are derived from this chakra. The color associated with Ajna is dark midnight blue, or indigo. Vincent Van Gogh’s painting “The Starry Night” makes great use of that color. When it is working properly, we are able to visualize easily, our memory is sharp as is our ability to reason. We know almost instinctively how to help someone without their asking, and we trust our intuition and ourselves.
If this chakra is out of alignment, we may have trouble understanding our role in the creation of our reality. We may chalk things up to fate or luck. We may not accept we control a lot of how things turn out. Freewill always plays a part in the creation of our circumstances, which are partly based on our worldview. Having headaches frequently or anxiety about social behaviors would also indicate a possible problem in the third-eye chakra. Conversely, needing to dominate or to control situations and others can indicate that this chakra is out of balance as well.
To harmonize this area, we need to practice self-appreciation, tolerance and love. Psychic energy is very powerful. Focusing your mind on how good life is, even through the rough times, will help you to vanquish many psychic and physical aliments.
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Aloe VS Age Spots
Troubled by age spots appearing on your skin? Aloe is one natural remedy that has helped many folks. Rub fresh aloe vera juice or gel (twice a day) on the spots for a month or two to help fade the discoloration. Juice from the aloe plant is excellent for healing burns and is also beneficial as a general healing agent.
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Buttermilk For Age Spots!
Tired of looking at those dark age spots? Then try dabbing them with buttermilk. The lactic acid and other ingredients in the milk are extremely beneficial to the skin. Cosmetic companies have taken advantage of this natural beauty secret for years by making buttermilk an ingredient in many skin cleansers and bath products.
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Bilberry VS Aging!
Bilberry is considered to be a valuable herb to combat the effects of aging because it enhances the health of capillaries, plus it is a powerful antioxidant. Take 4-8 oz. of fresh berries, 80-160 mg of bilberry extract (25% anthocyanidin), or 20-40 mg anthocyanosides daily for healthier skin and eye sight!
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Lemon Juice Age Spots Away!
Lemon juice is one of natureīs natural bleaching agents, something that can help lighten skin discolorations. Dab some fresh lemon juice on the discolored spots twice daily. If you are going outdoors, wait for the juice to dry as it increases the skinīs sensitivity to sunlight. It may take a few months, but the acidity in the juice will cause the spots to fade away.
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Steaming Tea To Steam Out A Cold
The Chinese believe strongly in the power of sweating to drive out a pathogen that has invaded the body causing an illness. One of the best recipes for a "sweat-promoting" tea is to combine 1 teaspoon of minced fresh ginger, the juice of 1 lemon and a tiny pinch of cayenne pepper. Add 8 ounces of boiling water and steep 5 to 10 minutes. Sweeten with honey if wanted and strain before drinking. Best if consumed right before retiring for the night.
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Age Spots & Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar has been effective for many troubled by age spots. Just combine two teaspoons of apple cider vinegar with one teaspoon of orange juice and apply to the spots, preferably on a cloth or cotton pad that is secured to the area. It takes a bit of time, but this has worked wonders in many cases!
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Foods To Help Hair Growth
Foods that help give you extra Biotin in your diet ( a nutrient essential to healthy hair) include brewerīs yeast, brown rice, bulgur wheat, green peas, lentils, oats, soybeans, sunflower seeds, and walnuts. Incorporate them into your daily diet and help your hair stay thick and healthy!
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Estrogen & Food Interference
Balancing female hormones is a delicate matter throughout a womanīs life, particularly during perimenopause and menopause. Certain foods such as commercially raised beef, pork, and chicken contain high amounts of saturated fats, which can actually DECREASE a womanīs ability to properly metabolize estrogen. This problem can also be compounded if a woman consumes excessive amounts of sugar. This occurs due to the sugarīs impact on the liver, which in turn makes it difficult to metabolize estrogen properly.
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Chocolate & Your Health
Many folks just think of chocolate as candy but the cacao powder (from which chocolate is made) is actually a plant-based food containing magnesium, copper, zinc and iron. It also contains polyphenols, which are a type of photochemicals that are high in antioxidant properties. These properties can actually help give your body extra ammunition in fighting off some diseases, particularly some of those associated with heart health. This info may be news to many of us, but surprisingly the medicinal powers of chocolate date back thousands of years.
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More Meals - Less Calories
It may be hard to believe but folks who think theyīre getting weight-loss results from eating only one meal a day may be doing just the opposite. Research has shown that people who most of their calories in ONE sitting gain MORE weight than people who eat exactly the SAME amount of calories distributed evenly among six meals. Smaller meals throughout the day keep the metabolism fires burning up more calories!
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Blackberries VS Throat Cancer
Research recently showed eating antioxidant-rich black raspberries before & after exposure to throat cancer causing chemicals cut the number of tumors in HALF in rats. Eating JUST one cup of deeply hued berries daily may provide the same protection in humans, so itīs a tasty, low-fat way to perhaps offer your body extra cancer insurance.
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Infertility & Heat
If you are experiencing a low sperm count avoid tight clothing, hot baths, and saunas. Overheating the testicles can actually slow sperm count.
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Sources Of Fiber
Looking for some good sources of fiber? Itīs found in fresh and dried fruits, raw vegetables, legumes, whole-grain and rye breads, buckwheat, bulgur, barley, and other whole grains, and oatmeal. Just two tablespoons of wheat or oat bran provide close to the minimum daily requirements for fiber. Remember to start off slowly if youīre not used to fiber because it can cause bloating and diarrhea AND remember to drink LOTS of water to keep the roughage moving through your body!
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Fiber Health Bonuses
Fiber is essential for important digestive processes but it is know to prevent certain health problems and diseases. Some of those include preventing hemorrhoids, lowering blood cholesterol levels, lowers risk of heart disease and colon cancer. Fiber also helps diabetics control their blood sugar levels because high-fiber foods take longer to break down into sugars. The National Cancer Institute and American Association recommend consuming 20 to 35 grams a day.
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Oils & Eczema
To ease eczema, use a moisturizer immediately after a bath and several times a day BUT avoid all mineral oil products, including most baby oils, because they deplete fat-soluble vitamins A,D,E, and K in the skin. Avocado oil or the mashed fruit itself can also help relieve eczema and dry, irritated skin, but I highly recommend emu oil because it does not clog pores.
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Herbs vs Heartburn
To prevent heartburn woes, try cooking with herbs like basil, bay leaves, caraway, ginger, majoram, orgegano, savory, or thyme!
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Good Bacteria & Yeast Infections
Womenīs bodies undergo numerous changes during perimenopause and menopause. These changes can deplete a womanīs level of good bacteria in her intestines, which can make her vulnerable to yeast infections. Itīs easy to overcome this threat simply by taking the nutritional supplements lactobacillus acidophilus and bifus, available at all health food stores. This good bacteria is also beneficial in helping in metabolism and utilization of estrogen.
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Homeopathy & Head Injuries
If youīve been diagnosed with a concussion, Arnica is the FIRST remedy to consider for acute pain, shock, and trauma felt immediately after any type of head injury. Take the 6, 12, or 30th potency every 15 minutes the first couple of hours. After this, a dose every 2 hours is recommended for severe pain - or every 4 hours for less severe pain. Discontinue taking when pain becomes mild or nonexistent.
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Facts On Fiber
There are actually two types of fiber - soluble and insoluble. Soluble fiber is found in foods like oat bran, broccoli, and apples. It SLOWS the movement of food through the intestines. Insoluble fiber, found in wheat bran, dried beans (like kidney and pinto) and celery, SPEEDS up movement trough the intestines. You need BOTH types of fiber to keep you healthy!
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Salt Water & Canker Sores
You might think subjecting irritated canker sores to salt water is a bad idea, but a warm salt water rinse makes a simple and soothing antiseptic mouth rinse. Add 1/2 tsp. of sea salt to 1/2 cup of warm water. Mix to dissolve salt, then swish water in your mouth for about a minute and spit out. Repeat this rinse several times a day.
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Tame That Toothache
Toothache making your life miserable? Then break out some clove oil (available at all health food stores) - and douse the tip of a cotton swab with the oil and dab onto the aching tooth. You should begin feeling some relief almost immediately. Clove oil is extremely effective because it is an antibacterial, an antiseptic and an analgesic. It is also VERY powerful so avoid getting too much extra on your gums as this may irritate them.
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Herbs For Bad Breath
A few steps can help alleviate bad breath and these can be something as simple as chewing some parsley, cilantro or basil during the day or after a meal. These little green sprigs are extremely rich in chlorophyll, which works wonders against nasty breath odors. Breath-aid can also be gotten from herbs, including rosemary, ginger, eucalyptus, cardamon, spearmint, or peppermint. These herbs are all rich in cineole, a strong antibacterial antiseptic. Thyme is another helpful herb due to its content of thymol, another antibacterial property.
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Bath Time & Eczema
Itīs wise to avoid bathing a child with eczema for too long because long soaks deplete the skin of oil and can aggravate dry skin conditions. Also, do NOT rub the skin when you dry it. Just pat gently to avoid irritating the skin.
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Why is Horehound Good for Coughs?
Cold and cough remedies rely on several basic ingredients, including eucalyptus, thyme, elecampane, mullein and an odd sounding ingredient called horehound. Although it can be bitter to the taste, it is found in hundreds of broncial medications throughout the world. Its effectiveness comes from evidence that suggests that it influences the area in the brain that control respiration. The result? You ingest a remedy with horehound and your cough and chest congestion gets a temporary reprieve. Keep your eyes open for its chemically similar cousin, hyssop, which works in a similar fashion but is less bitter to the tastebuds.
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Fighting Nail Fungus
Nail fungus is the pits, but there are some things you can do to get it under control naturally. First, dramatically decrease your sugar intake. Fungus *loves* to feast on sugar, which helps it live and continue to thrive. Fill your plate with foods high in protein and pile your plate high with veggies. Dab tea tree oil on the nail and also take the herb Olive Leaf (an antimicrobial) or take Garlic capsules (a strong anti-fungal). Emu oil is also a strong ally in the fight against fungus - so apply liberally onto the foot area.
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Effects of Progesterone Deficiencies
Progesterone deficiencies in women can cause numerous health problems including painful periods, migraines, unexplained infertility, painful, lumpy breasts (fibrocystic disease), endometriosis, polycystic ovarian syndrome, hair loss, fibroids, and can contribute to osteoporosis. Most deficiencies can be remedied by use of natural progesterone cream.
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Avoiding Steroid Creams
Many doctors will recommend using a topical steroid cream for treating eczema, but long-term use of these can literally thin the skin and cause acne and discoloration. Try a gentle, natural product like emu oil instead.
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Want Healthy Sperm?
Sperm cannot be healthy if your diet is deficient in zinc, selenium, folate, vitamins C and E, arginine, and essential fatty acids. Nutritional supplements can help as well as eating a balanced, whole-grain diet of organic produce, free of pesticides. Maintaining a healthy weight, plus avoiding caffeine, alcohol, and smoking are also helpful steps to producing a healthier sperm.
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Hints To Handle Hangovers
If youīre heading to holiday parties and want to avoid a hangover, you can prepare your body beforehand (for moderate drinking) by taking extra vitamin C and ingesting LOTS of extra water. If you still get a hangover, AVOID reaching for the aspirin and instead reach for White Willow, the herbal aspirin, along with a cup a chamomile tea. This is something your already stressed digestive system will thank you for almost immediately. Also try drinking green tea, available at most grocery stores, to help stabilize blood sugar, although be advised, it contains caffeine.
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Salt Dangers
The next time you pick up your salt shaker, keep in mind that for every 500 milligrams of salt you consume, you LOSE 10 milligrams of calcium and calcium is vital to our bones (warding-off osteoporosis). Many health experts recommend limiting salt intake to 2,400 milligrams a day.
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