The Art of Smudging

by | Feb 28, 2019 | Uncategorized

It has come to my attention that I should elaborate on just what smudging is. So before going onto part three of the Root Chakra, I will be explaining the in’s and out’s of smudging.

It is basically just igniting some herbs or incense and then blowing out the flame to create smoke to purify you, others or your space. This clears the air of any negative vibes. You may also smudge your pets surroundings, but please do so with common sense. If your pet starts to squint or suddenly starts coughing or sneezing, please STOP immediately!

The traditional herb used is white sage. This is what I myself use as I love the scent. But I have seen other types of herbs used as well. You can either use the herb crushed up and put into an ashtray of sorts or use it in stick form such as the next image portrays. Sticks are helpful if you want to smudge a large area or want it to last a long time. But remember to always carry a dish under it for safety sake.

 

I use a seashell to put my crushed herbs in, as do allot of others, but any non-flammable holder would work. But by using a seashell you incorporate all of the four elements. Seashell representing Water, the herbs represent the Earth, Fire is obvious and the smoke represents the Air element.

Smudging is a very easy and effective way to “clear the air” as we say lol. It can be done anytime and anywhere. It is mostly always done before any ritual or meditation. It is safe and is an advised method to use if there are any mishaps or arguing going on in your home that just doesn’t feel right to you. You just might need a clearing of energies and all will be well again.

Please, as always, safety first when using fire, this is not an activity for a young child.

Be safe and as Kansas says “All we are is dust in the wind.”

Love and Light, Jill

 

Root Chakra, part two

by | Feb 27, 2019 | Uncategorized

The mantra for the root chakra is LAM. It is pronounced as LUM and is easier to hold in a chant if two syllables are used, putting the L sound first then the UM.  Mantras help balance our chakras by raising our vibrations to the certain chakras frequency. Muladhara harmonizes to the “C” note, 256Hz. 

To empower a chakra, visualization and meditation is often used. Try this following one to help clear your root.

Sit comfortably on the ground. Legs crossed if able, hands resting on thighs, palms facing up with thumbs gently touching tips of index fingers and other fingers outstretched. This is the mudra for this chakra. Sit up tall with a slight arch in your spine so your sitting directly on your root and not the tail bone. A large pillow tucked under just your bottom could help with this.

Take three deep breaths. Inhale deeply and exhale fully. Start to chant the grounding mantra of LAM. Imagine you have roots, as a tree does, that are growing down and reaching into the Earth. These roots connect you to Mother Earth and, in turn, all of nature. A white light comes down from above, its the universal life force energy and enters you through your crown chakra on top of your head. It moves down through your spine and into your root chakra. It spreads from there and surrounds your body in a protective golden-white light.

Now visualize your Muladhara, a red ball of energy, swirling clockwise. The energy ball starts to get brighter and larger, encompassing your whole pelvic area. You are grounded, you feel safe, you have a warm feeling inside of you. The white light protects you from any harm. Now imagine your energy ball revolving so fast it has no choice but to let go of all negative thoughts and feelings you have held onto for days, weeks, months and even years. It spins and spins, faster and faster. It clears away all the old guilts and fears that your subconscious has refused to let go of in the past. Remember you are safe from harm and grounded to the Earth. Feel at peace. Try holding this image for 5-10 minutes if you can. After you feel your root has become as large and clear as it can possibly get, than you may allow the energy ball to slow down and reduce in size. Let it once again comfortably reside at the base of your spine. You may then release the white light from its purpose and let it ascend back to the heavenly realm where it came from, taking all the negative energies with it to be neutralized into plain energy once again.

Before you open your eyes confirm your sense of well-being by saying some affirmations to yourself. Such as;

“I am safe.”

“I am loved.”

“I belong.”

“I am well taking care of.”

“My angels watch over me.”

“I am strong.”

“All my needs are available to me.”

“There is enough abundance for everyone.”

“The Earth nourishes me.”

How do you feel? I do hope this visualization helped you to live more in the present. Not looking back into the past that cannot be changed, nor to the future that cannot be predicted. Remember, these things, as with everything else, becomes easier with practice.

Now, if weather permits, try to go for a walk in Nature to help this new found connection continue. Actually you should be outside at least, at least, 20 minutes a day. 

Walk out in the yard in bare feet, feel the grass beneath you. The feeling of earth under your feet is a marvelous one!

Be safe my friends, do not fear. All that happens here is for our own highest good! Some day we will all look down and chuckle at all that we went through to grow. Even the most beautiful of flowers starts deep down in the dark recesses of Earth.

Namaste and brightest of blessings, Jill

 

Yes, part three coming soon!

The Root Chakra, part one

by | Feb 26, 2019 | Uncategorized

The root chakra grounds us like a tree. It honors the Earth we live on. It pertains to our most basic instincts of survival.

It’s symbol is a red four petaled lotus with a square representing Earth in the middle of it.

 

Muladhara, or Root Chakra, is located at the base of our spine. It connects us to the energy of the Earth and, if this important first chakra is blocked, it limits the energy flow that needs to rise up to the other chakras in our bodies, blocking them as well.  We absorb all energy through this first very important vortex.

If this chakra is blocked we can experience the following:

*Lower back aches and pain in our legs

*Circulation and digestive problems

*Lack of energy

*Being afraid and having trust issues

*Worrying and not being able to relax

*Low self-image coupled with depression

*Underweight or overweight

*Constipation

*Anemia

 To name but a few!

 

But ideally, if in balance, this chakra could bring us:

*Balance and the feeling of being grounded

*Centeredness and strength 

*Enhanced libido

*Connection to others and Nature

*Feelings of security

*End of fearing the future

*Healthy digestive system

*Prosperity

Sounds good right? It is essential for us to first work on this chakra before concentrating on any of the others. We must clear this one first. How do we do that you ask? Don’t worry there are many ways to clear and open all the chakras. Using diet, yoga, crystals, meditations, affirmations, etc. and I am here to help you learn all the various ways for each one of the chakras.  

I’ll be back with part two of the root chakra very soon!

Bye for now, much love and light, Jill

 

 

 

 

 

Crystals

by | Feb 20, 2019 | Uncategorized

I feel I need to explain more about crystals and how they work for us. Now I’ve said in the past that everything, including us, is made up of energy. That is what connects us to everything, plant, mineral and animal alike. We all vibrate at certain frequencies. Some higher, some lower. Our main focus should be on raising our frequencies as high as possible in our lifetimes. That is what we are here for, to learn as much as possible, to have love and compassion for other living beings and to raise our consciousness as high as we possibly can! Crystals can help us with this because they naturally have a higher frequency then most humans do. When adding a crystal to our energy fields or placing one on our chakra our energy rises to the frequency of the crystal itself.

Crystals can absorb energy, which is why before using a crystal it must be cleansed. Now you hear cleansed and automatically think water right? Which is correct in most cases but until you research and know more about the crystals you are using I would stay away from water because some crystals actually dissolve in water lol. Oops. The best way I think to clean them would be to smudge them, rest them on salt for a few hours, or use visualization.

Visualization is a marvelous way to attune your crystals to your highest good and intentions. Hold the crystal, imagine it being cleansed from all negative energies and ‘program’ it to what you want it to do for you. They want to help us, They want to raise vibrations on Earth. Your intention is everything! Like brings like. Think positive and have faith in the crystals healing ability, or whatever else it is that you need the crystal to do.

All crystals have special abilities unique unto itself. Research, go to a rock shop, let the crystal you need find you. When you are drawn to one, pick it up. How does it feel? Is it cool to the touch or warm in your hand? Do you feel any sensations such as a tingling in your palm? Google its properties. You will find that you most likely need this certain crystal in your life. Let it help you, take it home. Keep it with you in a pocket or purse. Gaze at it, become familiar with your crystal. It will become a natural part of your day and you will be all the better for it. 🙂 

 

Have a wonderful day! Blessed be ♥️

 

Protecting Our Energy

by | Feb 12, 2019 | Uncategorized

In my last blog I mentioned that we needed to protect our energy. I didn’t mean with protein shakes or by doing more exercise lol. There are narcissistic people and vampires (energy vampires) who are out there ready to steal every ounce of energy they can from the do-gooders, the Light Workers, the Indigos and Rainbows, the Star children and so on…

We all need to learn to protect ourselves from these energy suckers. One more reason to keep our chakras and auras balanced and healthy.

One way to protect ourselves is by using the vibrational frequencies of crystals. There are so many crystals that all of them aren’t even listed in The Crystal Bible by Judy Hall. A book I cannot be without. Within my family alone there exists at least four copies. Highly Intuitive women are common within my family line. I myself am a Somatic Empath, I can physically feel how others are feeling and usually pick up their physical ailment as well which used to really suck until I learned how to avoid it. I am a Clairaudient, I can hear my guides speak into my ear, not all the time but usually when I have a need to. I also have the strange gift of Bibliomancy which is when you can turn to the exact page you need in a book lol. Strange, yes, but sometimes it saves me allot of time. I cannot talk to Spirits but at times I have felt the presence of my pets that have past over. I have a strong connection to animals. 

Now, getting back to crystals. Like I said there are so many different kinds of crystals that you’d have to have a photogenic memory to know them all. Sadly, I do not. But I have had interest in them for so long now that I am well versed in many of the more common ones. One trick I’ve learned is to use the colors of the crystal if you need a certain property to work with. Such as most black and/or brown crystals will have the frequency of protection in them for us to utilize for our energy fields and to keep us grounded. Very important so we do not “leak” our energy out by over using it. And so we do not absorb negative energy from other people or places. 

One crystal you might use for protection is the Obsidian. Obsidian is a very powerful and strong stone. It is used for grounding and protection from negative energies. It can also block us from geopathic stress or environmental pollutions. Another would be Jet. Jet is known to draw out unwanted negativity from your energy field. It can also aid in guarding against illness and violence. Smoky Quartz is a protective stone being most efficient in grounding due to its deep connection with the Earth. Tourmaline is known to actually transform dense negative energies into lighter vibrations. A very powerful stone that can also form a protective shield around its wearer. These are but a few of the crystals easily obtainable for your energy protection. They can be worn as jewelry or carried in a pocket or small bag. Even the tiniest of crystals can carry a huge punch. The vibrational frequencies are the same so if you can’t afford that huge geode you’d like for your nightstand, no worries, the smaller one will do just fine.

Another way to protect and cleanse our energy fields is by smudging ourselves.  Smudging, sounds dirty, lol but it isn’t. Smudging is simply using the smoke of an incense to waft over our bodies and the environments we occupy. Typically, White Sage is used, but Frankincense and Myrrh are used in churches for the same reason. I usually speak a small chant while smudging. For example: “I banish negativity, leaving only love to live and breathe, this is my will, so mote it be.” This is not written in stone. I made this up, you can make your own up as well or use mine, you’re welcome to it. 

Salt is yet another excellent way to cleanse yourself and space. Salt baths are relaxing and detoxifying. And if spiritual work is intended sprinkle salt around the area to be used.

I hope you have found this blog interesting and helpful. I will be back with more on how to effectively clear our energy vortexes, the chakras. 

Namaste and blessings in love, Jill

 

* Note: White Sage is not to be used in cooking, it is different from the culinary version.