Healing Meditation CD now available!

 

This CD has been recorded in the structured format of a class or workshop for you to use at home.  It includes a body scan relaxation, creative visualization to promote positive psychological qualities, healing the body meditation, closing down and grounding.

Priced £10 plus £2 p&p. If you would like to purchase one, please send a cheque (made payable to Helen Shortland) to Little London Herbal Stores, 9 Kings Walk, Nottingham, NG1 2AE. Alternatively please ring me to pre-order and collect in the shop for just £10.

I would like to give special thanks to all those who advised me in the recording and production of this CD, namely Mitch Gamble and Andy Sutcliffe. I would also like to thank Claire Chesters of Celestial Healing for providing me with copyrighted music. This project has been a huge learning experience and is hopefully the first of several meditation CDs from Helen Shortland Holistics.  Two more CDs, Beginners Meditation and Relaxation and Connecting with your Spirit Guide, should be available later this year.

Helen Shortland is a Reiki Master Teacher, Meditation Teacher and Holistic Therapist based at Little London Herbal Stores on Kings Walk in Nottingham city centre. For further information about her courses, workshops and therapies, please visit her website at http://helenshortland.com.

The Chakras: Their Purpose and Vibration

What are they?

 'Chakra' is a Sanskrit word meaning 'wheel' which describes their spinning motion while absorbing, giving out and distributing life force energy (ki) throughout our subtle and physical bodies.  The chakras are the major energy centres of the body: when they are functioning correctly there is good free-flow of energy throughout the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual bodies, resulting in balance and harmony.  Chakras should be open to let energy flow freely in and out and between the different auric levels.  The more energy that flows, the healthier we are.  Illness in the system is caused by an imbalance of energy or a block in the flow of energy: in other words, lack of flow in our energy system eventually leads to disharmony and dis-ease.

There are 7 major chakras - crown, 3^rd eye or brow, throat, heart, solar plexus, sacral and root/base.  Each is positioned along a central channel called the sushumna which runs from the base chakra to the crown chakra.  The base and crown chakras form our connection to earth and spirit.  The sushumna is encircled by two energy channels called Ida and Pingala which spiral upwards in opposite directions from the base chakra.  The points where they meet along the central channel are known as the chakras.  Chakras can be likened to multi-dimensional gateways that allow us to access different experiences and states of consciousness.

Each chakra relates to a different colour, note, element, endocrine gland and auric layer, which I will address is more detail in the next two blogs. 

 

Purpose of the Chakras

The chakras have three main functions:-

1.    To vitalise each auric body and therefore the physical body.

2.    To promote the development of different aspects of consciousness.  Each chakra relates to a specific psychological function.

3.    To transmit energy between the auric layers.

 

Why do they vibrate at different frequencies?

Everything in the universe consists of vibrations occurring at different frequencies.  The colours we see all around us are different frequencies of visible light as perceived by our physical senses and interpreted by the brain.  Beyond this range lies ultra-violet light, radio waves and other light waves.

In eastern esoteric literature, each chakra is seen as having a certain number of petals.  These appear to be small rotating vortices spinning at very high rates.  Each vortex metabolizes an energy vibration that resonates at its particular spin frequency.  For example the base chakra has 4 small vortices and metabolises 4 basic frequencies of energy, vibrating at the colour red.  Four vortices is a relatively small amount of energy being metabolized and so this chakra relates to the physical, material world and issues of survival and security.  The 3^rd eye chakra has 96 vortices and corresponds to the colour indigo.  Now consider that the crown chakra has 972 vortices and vibrates at the colour violet-white.  This seventh chakra metabolizes the greatest amount of energy out of all the 7 major chakras and carries a very high spiritual vibration.

The chakras vibrate at different frequencies according to the spiritual qualities that govern each chakra:-

 

Root/base chakra – security and survival – colour red

Sacral chakra – relationships with others, power and control – colour orange

Solar plexus chakra – sense of self, self-esteem and self-worth – colour yellow

Heart chakra – compassion, tolerance, joy and love for others – colour green or pink

Throat chakra – self-expression and communication – colour blue

Brow/3^rd eye chakra – vision, direction, understanding and mental processes – colour indigo or violet

Crown chakra – sense of connection, oneness and spiritual awareness – colour violet or white

 

Personal Variations

Each chakra deals with particular functions but the quality of the energy in the chakra can vary from person to person.  For example, a strong red root chakra indicates someone who is well grounded with strong physical energy and vitality.  If this chakra was dull in colour or weak, it would indicate an imbalance in the corresponding mental/emotional qualities such as lack of stability and financial security.

For most people the heart chakra vibrates at the colour green but in those who have developed greater compassion and universal love, it vibrates at the higher vibration colour pink.  Similarly the crown can be violet, lavender or white, according to the level of spiritual development of the individual.  If the higher crown chakra, the seat of the soul, is activated, the crown area is likely to be white, indicating a person living in line with their higher self, and living by higher truths with a strong sense of oneness and spiritual connection to others.

  

Suggested further reading:-

‘Hands of Light’ by Barbara Brennan

‘Anatomy of the Spirit’ by Caroline Myss

 

 

This is the first in a series of 3 blogs looking in detail at the human energy system.  Part 2, The Chakras: Qualities, Correspondences & Stages of Development, will be available at the beginning of June.

 

 

 

Helen Shortland is a Reiki Master Teacher, Meditation Teacher and Holistic Therapist based at Little London Herbal Stores on Kings Walk in Nottingham city centre. For further information about her courses, workshops and therapies, please visit her website at http://helenshortland.com.

 

Ease Hay Fever Symptoms with Hopi Ear Candles

The Hopi Ear Candle treatment (also known as Thermo Auricular Therapy is a pleasant, non-invasive treatment which is beneficial for many problems related to the ears and head.

Ear candling is an excellent natural remedy for easing sinus and nasal congestion.  Many people who suffer from hay fever symptoms have found relief from the congestion and fuzzy headed feeling with this treatment.

      What are Hopi Ear Candles exactly?

The ear candles are actually rolled cotton tubes impregnated with beeswax, honey, St Johns Wort and therapeutic oils which are painlessly inserted into the base of the ear to draw out impurities, relieve congestion and relieve pressure in the head and sinuses.

 

Where do they originate?

Hopi Ear Candles take their name from the Hopi Native American Indian tribe, a peaceful tribe with great medicinal knowledge.  It is said that the Hopi Indians used the ear candles to clear their head before going on their shamanic journeying and indeed one of the most common benefits reported by clients is a feeling of being lighter and clearer in the head.

 

How do they work?

The ear candles have a gentle suction action (like a chimney effect) which loosens and draws out compacted wax from the ear canal to be collected in the base of the tube.  The movement of the flame creates a vibration of air in the candle which gently massages the ear drum and soothes the sinus and nasal passages. 

 

How can they help to ease hay fever symptoms?

The candles are particularly effective at treating congestion in the sinus and nasal passages.  Breathing generally becomes freer and the head feels lighter and clearer, helping to dissipate the fuzziness associated with hay fever.

I have treated numerous clients with hay fever during my 10 years as a therapist.  Client  A suffered badly with a runny nose, sore eyes and fuzzy head from the beginning of March to the end of August, despite taking general hay fever medication. During these months I usually see this client every few weeks to reduce the severity of his symptoms.  He finds ear candling an enormous help – his symptoms are noticeably reduced, he can breathe more freely and his head is clearer.

 

What else can they help with?

Ear candles can also help ease tinnitus, sinusitis, rhinitis, glue-ear, excess or compacted wax, colds and sinus headaches. They help to regulate pressure in the sinuses and inner ear canal and balance fluids in the inner ear, so are very beneficial for people with balance problems such as  Meniere’s Disease and vertigo.  They help ease sore throats, reduce catarrh and can be beneficial to asthma sufferers.  People who suffer from migraines often find that ear candling reduces the occurrence and intensity of migraines.  Ear candling also stimulates blood and energy flow and stimulates the lymphatic system and metabolism.  Ear candling is particularly useful for people who have found syringing uncomfortable.

I have found that ear candling can also help people who are prone to ear infections.  Client B went through a phase of regular ear infections which re- occurred every few months, despite taking medication.  I was able to carry out ear candling once her infection had cleared up.  After an initial course of 4 treatments, her ears were much clearer and her hearing improved.  She now has treatments every 3 or 4 months to keep her ears as healthy as possible. 

The Treatment

The client lies on their side and the lit ear candle is inserted into the base of the ear.  The therapist holds the candle in place throughout the treatment so there is no danger of it falling over.  The candle takes approximately 12 minutes to burn down.  During this time the candles often make a crackling, hissing noise which is entirely normal.  Wax deposits and impurities, along with candle residue, are collected in the base of the tube.  Once the therapist has removed the end of the candle, the client is asked to turn over and the process is repeated with the other ear.  The treatment ends with a facial massage to promote sinus and lymph drainage and to allow the client a period of relaxation.

Four to six treatments are usually recommended to treat a particular condition.  The first treatment seems to loosen up compacted wax and stimulates blood and lymph flow to the ear area, which helps to stimulate the healing process.  Improvements can usually be seen after 3 treatments.  Clients then usually take regular monthly treatments for a few months before finishing the treatment.  With hay fever, I just see clients during the spring and summer months when necessary.

 

Contra-indications

Ear candling is not suitable for people who have a perforated ear drum, grommets or implants, recently had surgery to the ear or head, recently suffered a stroke, or those with allergies to any of the candle contents. It should not be carried out if there is any pain or infection in the ear but can be performed once the infection has cleared.

  

Helen Shortland is a Reiki Master Teacher, Meditation Teacher and Holistic Therapist based at Little London Herbal Stores on Kings Walk in Nottingham city centre. The Hopi Ear Candle treatment is available for £27 and lasts 1 hr.  For further information about the therapies, courses and workshops she offers, please visit her website http://helenshortland.com.

 

Increase Self-Awareness and Find Inner Peace with Vipassana (Stillpoint) Meditation

Vipassana  is the practice of stillness.  The stillness is symbolically expressed as the watchful, unmoving awareness that observes the coming and going of the in-breath and out-breath.  The mind observes the breathing and the moments in between the in-breaths and out-breaths.  It is said that the truth reveals itself in those moments.  Moreover, truth reveals itself constantly if we can drop the mental chatter that obscures it.  It is also known as Stillpoint Meditation as you are observing the still point, or space, between the thoughts.

"Vipassana" means clear insight into the real characteristics of body and mind, or ‘to see things as they really are’.  Vipassana meditation comes from the tradition of Theravada Buddhism.  It is one of India's most ancient techniques of meditation and was practised by Gotama Buddha more than 2,500 years ago.  The technique aims for the total eradication of negative thoughts, or mental impurities, and the resulting joy of liberation from negativity.  Its purpose is healing from human suffering.

Greater Self-Awareness

Vipassana is a way of self-transformation through self-observation. You start to become aware of the thoughts that you have, the majority of which are usually negative, either about yourself or others.  Initially you will be aware of the general mind chatter that is going on at the surface level of the mind, such as “I must remember to do such and such”, “Did I lock the door?”, “I must remember to put the bin out”, “Is my phone switched off?”.

As you start to relax and go deeper into meditation, other thoughts will start to come up from your subconscious mind.  These are the thoughts that are usually negative in their vibration and effects and include such things as “I’ll never be able to do this”, “I can never do this as well as him/her”, or “this is a total waste of time”. When you start to meditate on where these thoughts come from, you will find that they relate to other things you have tried to do in life where you perceived you failed or weren’t good enough.  It is so important to be aware of our underlying thoughts and beliefs because they condition your behaviour and the way you think about yourself and the world around you.

Letting Go of Negative Thoughts

With Vipassana Meditation you can see and actually remove the causes of suffering, which you will come to see are within yourself. Now that you have identified the negative thoughts you carry around in your subconscious, it is important to let them go.  The aim is not to repress or deny the existence of negative thoughts but rather to let them come up and just dismiss them.  When meditating, I often visualise a stream flowing in front of me where I deposit any negative thoughts that arise and watch them be carried away in the stream out of my consciousness.  By doing this, you are starting to consciously detach from them and, in time, they will have less influence over your conscious, day-to-day behaviour.

Finding Inner Peace

As your meditation deepens, you will notice that gradually fewer and fewer thoughts arise and you will spend more time in the silent space between the thoughts.  At this stage you reach the place of perfect peace and tranquillity that lies behind your own subconscious mind.  You have risen above and beyond your own sense of self/ego with your personal issues and behavioural conditioning and have entered the realm of pure mind, oneness and unity that is the ultimate goal of meditation.

Benefits

Regular practice of Vipassana meditation helps you to control your thoughts but, more importantly, choose your thoughts.  Long term this will help you become a more positive, effective and creative individual. Remember that your thoughts create your experiences: positive thoughts with positive energy attract positive experiences and create opportunities for you to grow as an individual; negative thoughts carry a negative energy and will attract the kinds of experiences that justify your negative beliefs. This can leave you feeling ‘stuck’ in one or more areas of life or with a feeling that your life isn’t turning out as well as it should.

Regular practice can lead to greater peace, self-control and compassion for yourself and others.  It eventually eliminates the cause of mental pain, purifies the mind and leads to a stable happiness that isn’t affected by your moods or outward circumstances.

 

 

Helen Shortland is a Reiki Master Teacher, Meditation Teacher and Holistic Therapist based at Little London Herbal Stores on Kings Walk in Nottingham city centre. Her website is http://helenshortland.com.

 

Helen is currently running a 4 week Vipassana (Stillpoint) Meditation course on Wednesday mornings (beg Wed 10^th April) 10.30-11.45am which is open to all with a basic knowledge of meditation. Cost is £28 for full course or £8 for individual classes. If you wish to attend on a drop-in basis, places are still available. Each weekly class includes a relaxation exercise, a guided visualisation and Vipassana Meditation practice.  Please email helenshortland@live.co.uk or contact her on 07748 591690 for further information and/or to book a place.

 

The Power of Intention applied to Healing

A couple of months ago I came across an article about a new therapy called Resolution Magic which was based on the idea that we can firmly tell painful conditions such as stomach ache, back ache, joint pain, migraines and headaches to go away.  Could something so simple actually work I thought?  Well I tried it with my own lower back pain, on another occasion when I had stomach ache and with a sore throat and runny nose when I thought I was going down with a cold, and I have to say that I was very pleasantly surprised!  I found I had to repeat the phrase “pain go away now” or “runny nose be gone now” every now and again when the symptoms seemed to return but the effectiveness of this totally natural approach to pain management and healing was truly remarkable.  When saying the words, I said them silently to myself, (ideally they should be said out loud), with a real force or energy behind them.  According to the article, you can also use this technique to say “Go away!” to conditions like anxiety, low mood and bad memories.
 

How It Works

The theory behind Resolution Magic states that abnormal electrical waves in our nervous system are the cause of symptoms of dis-ease, for example epilepsy is known to be caused by a disruption to the brain’s electrical activity. Electricity travels along the nerves to the various parts of the body, causing painful symptoms.  Memories and unwanted feelings can trigger this movement of electricity.  By telling our bodies to stop the pain, we are aiming to retrain the subconscious part of the brain so that it gradually stops sending out abnormally strong electrical waves.  I believe that when we send a new command to a part of the body that is functioning incorrectly, the energy that travels with that intention creates new neurological pathways that bypass the old ineffective ones.

 

A Combined Approach

It is however worth bearing in mind that pain arises in the body for a reason, and except in cases of mild headache, stomach ache from over-eating or eating the wrong food, or backache from postural aches and pains, symptoms should be checked out with a doctor for any other more serious underlying conditions.  This ‘mind over matter’ technique is a natural approach to healing which, along with other therapies such as Reiki, Reflexology or Meditation, should be used in conjunction with other general conventional medical treatment/medication you are already using.

 

Using the Power of Intention in Daily Life

We can all use this power on a regular basis to help bring about the best possible outcome for any situation.  In Reiki Level 2 you learn to visualise events turning out well, for the highest good of all concerned, then send Reiki to that image.  Whenever you have a health problem, set the intention by stating to yourself that you will receive all the help and support you need.  When you do this, doors can metaphorically open and you will find that you draw the right people to you, find an article or book that can help, discover a different medication or supplement to try, or just find new ways to cope.  When visiting the doctor, ask your guides and angels to assist him/her with their diagnosis and help you get the best possible treatment. Help doesn’t always come in the way you expect it to but you will always get the help you need if you remain open to all possibilities.

 

Using the Power of Intention to Optimise Healing

I believe that the theory behind Resolution Magic can be applied to other forms of healing such as creative visualisation, Reiki and spiritual healing.  According to the way energy flows, action always follows intention.  You are in effect creating an opening, space or energy pathway which can deliver the greatest possible results.  All Reiki healers tap into the power of intention when they give a Reiki treatment.  At Reiki 1 you set the intention that they energy flows for the recipient’s highest and greatest good and at Level 2 you use the symbols to establish the same intention.

You can also use the power of your mind to send healing energy to a particular body part.  Sit quietly and take some deep breathes in and out then visualise a beam of pure white light shining down upon you, entering your crown chakra and moving down your body to the part that needs healing.  (You can also send it to a particular chakra or an area of your mind that needs clearing.)  Set the intention for the body part to be returned to its perfect divine blueprint and visualise it healing and repairing itself.  Here is where you can start to get creative …! You can visualise a weak organ glowing with health and vitality and functioning effectively; broken or fractured bones knitting together; compressed spinal discs stretching out; lubricating a painful joint with a liquid healing balm; tight, tense muscles relaxing and stretching out, soothed by a blue healing balm.  If you have cold or flu symptoms or other infection, visualize your white blood cells attacking an army of invading bacteria and dissolving them.

You can also put the power of intention to work to heal psychological states of mind.  For example, if you are prone to shyness, anxiety or anger, you can visualize yourself acting in a more positive manner, thinking the associated positive thoughts and feeling more positive emotions such as serenity and being in control.  Repeating this exercise over several days or weeks leads to a marked decrease in the negative emotion concerned and an increase in positive states of mind.  Gradually the positive quality will manifest more and more in your conscious behaviour.  You will be able to cope with all stressful real life situations more calmly and effectively.  The visualization gradually sinks into your subconscious mind, resulting in a new behavioural pattern or ‘program’.

Repeat these exercises regularly and you will be amazed at the improvements you can make to your health, your wellbeing and your life.

 

“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate.
Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.”

From ‘Return to Love’ by Marianne Williamson

 

Helen Shortland is a Reiki Master Teacher, Meditation Teacher and Holistic Therapist based at Little London Herbal Stores on Kings Walk in Nottingham city centre.

Notes:

Helen Shortland runs courses in Healing Meditation.  Her next workshop will be one Saturday afternoon in the summer (date tbc – please see website www.helenshortland.co.uk or see newsletter for details).  A Healing Meditation CD will also be available to purchase from May 2013, priced £12 plus £2 p&p, for use at home. If you wish to purchase one, please send a cheque made payable to Helen Shortland to Little London Herbal Stores, 9 Kings Walk, Nottingham, NG1 2AE with a note of your name and address.

Helen’s next meditation course is a 4 week Vipassana (Stillpoint) Meditation course commencing Wed 10^th April 10.30-11.45am which is open to all with a basic knowledge of meditation. Cost is £28 for full course or £8 for individual classes.  Please email helenshortland@live.co.uk for further information and/or to book a place.

For more information on Resolution Magic, visit www.resolutionmagic.com.

 

The Benefits of Meditation

Meditation is a practice that is currently gaining more recognition for its importance to health and wellbeing  but, first of all, what exactly is meditation?

Meditation can be described as a state of being where the mind remains alert and focused while the body is relaxed and resting.  It can also be described as a spiritual discipline promoting balance, peace, inner strength and ultimately self-realisation.  It can also be regarded as a method of training the mind to become more focused and productive. 

It is also helpful to state what meditation isn’t and to allay some of the fears and misconceptions that have arisen around this subject.  During meditation you will not be hypnotised or controlled.  Some people fear 'opening up' in some way but you are in control of your experiences at all times.  Other people worry that they have to empty their mind altogether and switch off their thoughts completely.  With meditation, the idea is not to empty the mind altogether but to give the mind just one thing to focus on rather than letting it wander and jump from one thought to another.

Regularity of Practice

Many benefits can be gained from a regular meditation practice but the key point to note is that your practice must be regular!  Ideally you should aim for 20 minutes a day but even if you only manage 10 minutes at the beginning or end of the day, you will find that you are in a much more positive and productive state of mind.

Mental Health Benefits

Meditation is often used as a method of relieving stress.  It is calming for the mind and body so is excellent for combatting the symptoms of stress.  Meditation reduces anxiety, releases fears and improves depression.  It generates optimism and motivation and improves self-esteem and confidence.  It frees the mind from self-doubt and the internal chatter which is usually very negative in nature.  Meditation is calming and grounding – helping to put things into perspective and bringing you back to a place of peace and stillness.

With regular practice your thinking becomes clearer and quicker, leading to increased productivity and creativity. This is one of the reasons why meditation is being introduced into many workplaces nowadays as bosses hear about and recognise the benefits to their workforce.  Meditation also provides greater concentration and focus in daily life and can aid in achieving goals: for this reason it is valued as a method of improving performance in both study and sport.

 

Physical Health Benefits

Meditation can improve physical health in many ways.  Studies have been carried out to prove that it lowers blood pressure and reduces tension. The immune system is given a boost as it is under less stress when the mind is calmer.  Meditation relaxes the nervous system, reduces the intensity of headaches and migraines, relieves muscular tension and improves insomnia.  When the mind is more relaxed, digestion improves with improved absorption of nutrients, so meditation can have a very beneficial effect on conditions such as IBS.

 

Spiritual Health Benefits

Generally meditation promotes inner harmony, peace and balance. It can encourage greater inner strength, serenity and self-confidence, which leads to positive changes in all areas of life.  It increases intuition and self-awareness and encourages us to live in the present, develop forgiveness and release the emotional baggage of the past.  People often report a greater sense of wellbeing and a stronger sense of connection to others and to the world around them.

 

Helen Shortland is a Reiki Master Teacher, Meditation Teacher and Holistic Therapist based at Little London Herbal Stores on Kings Walk in Nottingham city centre.  Her next meditation course is a 4 week Vipassana (Stillpoint) Meditation course commencing Wed 10^th April 10.30-11.45am and is open to all with a basic knowledge of meditation. Cost is £28 for full course or £8 for individual classes.  Please contact Helen by emailing helenshortland@live.co.uk for further information and/or to book a place.

 

Spring Cleaning the Energy Field

One of the things we associate with Spring is spring-cleaning the home but we can also do this on an energetic level.  Spring is an excellent time to let go of the old and let fresh new energy in.  It is a time for releasing pain, anger and sadness that you have been holding onto from the past and which is weighing you down and affecting your energy levels in the present.  Is there someone you need to forgive?  Or is there a situation or person in your life now who you need to release?
 

Aura Cleansing

Anyone can benefit from cleansing the entire aura every now and again, thereby improving vitality. However anyone working as a healer needs to be particularly aware of their energy levels and cleanse themselves of any negative energies they may have picked up during the day.  It is particularly beneficial to do this before and/or after giving a healing treatment or after you have been in a negative environment. 

First of all, sit comfortably with eyes closed. Make sure your feet are flat on the floor, regulate your breathing and relax the body.  Visualize a ball of radiant white healing light just above the crown of your head, which radiates all around you, filling your auric field.  As you inhale, visualize and feel that you are drawing in a stream of pure white healing light through the soles of your feet up to your head, energizing and revitalizing your whole body and the chakras as it flows through you.  Pause and hold your breath when you reach the crown.  As you exhale, visualize a stream of pure white light flowing down from your head to your feet, cleansing all the toxins and impurities from your body out through the soles of your feet.  Pause and hold the breath.  Practice 5 more rounds.

Return to normal breathing, but breathe with long, slow, deep rhythmic breaths.  Inhale and visualize healing energy flowing from the soles of your feet up the back of your body to your head.  Exhale from your face down the front of your body to your feet.  Repeat 3 more times, circulating the energy from back to front.  Now visualize the healing energy flowing up the front of your body as you inhale and flowing down the back as you exhale.  Repeat 3 more times.

Inhale and visualize the healing energy flowing up the left side of your body. Exhale and visualize the energy flowing down the right side of your body.  Repeat 3 more times.  Inhale and visualize the healing energy flowing up the right side of your body. Exhale and visualize the energy flowing down the left side of your body.  Repeat 3 more times.  Relax and become aware of the flow of energy in and through your aura.

Cord Cutting

Cord cutting only cuts out the unhealthy aspect of a relationship or situation so please don’t worry that you will cut a person out of your life completely!  It does however result in a noticeable improvement in the relationship or situation, especially if this exercise is repeated several times.  When faced with a difficult, challenging situation, it is always more useful to do something proactive to improve things rather than just worry and fret about it constantly.  Doing an exercise like this will help you feel a little more in control of the situation and less of a victim.

Sit comfortably, close your eyes, breathe slowly and deeply and rhythmically, for a few minutes. Visualise the person or situation concerned, then visualize an energy cord, like a tube if you wish, connecting you to the person or situation. Now call upon Archangel Michael and visualise him with a sapphire blue sword. Say firmly, out loud or to yourself, “Archangel Michael, Archangel Michael, Archangel Michael, I call upon you now and ask you to cut the cords of fear and negativity that connect me to _____ that are draining my energy and vitality. Thank you.”  Sit quietly for a few moments while the cords are cut.  You can also visualize the cord(s) being severed by the sapphire blue sword.  Now say “Archangel Michael, Archangel Michael, Archangel Michael, please place your blue cloak of protectoon all around me to send healing energy to any gaps or holes in my aura and to protect my energy field.  Thank you, thank you, thank you.”

Afterwards you may feel like a weight has been shifted, you may sense increased energy or just have a feeling of peace and/or a reduction of anxiety.

Strengthening the Energy Field

To complete your cleansing and releasing exercises, the energy field should be charged with loving pink and protective golden light. 

Sit comfortably, close your eyes, breathe slowly and deeply and rhythmically, for a few minutes.  Become aware of the space surrounding you, your aura, and feel that you are a part of that space.  See the space surrounding you as sacred, holy ground, an area which no-one, whether seen or unseen can enter.  Allow the space surrounding you to become slowly flooded with vibrant white light, shining down from above, coloured with pink.  Feel overwhelmed with pink energy and allow it to infuse your mind, your heart and your soul with gentleness, compassion and love.  Make your surrounding space strong and impenetrable by creating a high wall of golden light around its circumference.  Infuse the wall with more golden energy, making it even more vibrant and powerful.  Feel yourself totally submerged in the surrounding pink light and know, without any shadow of a doubt, that this is your space, your sacred and holy space, in which nothing and no-one can enter.  Spend 5 or 10 minutes in this space then start to become aware of the sounds in the room and your physical body in the chair.  Stretch a little and, when you are ready, open your eyes.

You can also visualize all the things you wish to do and achieve as if they are actually happening now.  Try to include as much detail as possible in your visualisations, such as how you would feel, act and look, but do bear in mind other people’s free will and only focus on yourself in this exercise.  If you have time, visualize these goals once a day and you’ll soon be drawing the opportunities you need to you!