The Sanskrit name of the root chakra is muladhara, meaning root support. The root chakra is associated with the parts of our consciousness that revolve around security, survival and trust. For most people, this includes issues with basic survival, as the root chakra concerns the energy and desire to be rooted in the physical world and self-preservation. When this chakra is in its clear state, we feel secure, present and grounded. A threat to survival causes tension in the root chakra which is Continue Reading
Ayurvedic Morning Routine to Start Your Day in Balance
Daily routines help us feel more balanced within our natural constitution and are a big part of the Ayurvedic lifestyle. Everything we do has an effect on our current state. The way we eat, sleep, work and enjoy ourselves all have an effect on how we experience the present moment. Following certain daily activities throughout the day can have a tremendous effect on our emotional, spiritual and physical wellbeing. They are necessary to establish the right rhythm and help us feel Continue Reading
Smudge Your Energy Clean
Smudging is a method of purification which involves burning herbs to balance the vibrational levels of the physical body, aura and atmosphere. It is a ritual therapy developed by Native Americans which involve burning loose herbs in a bowl or shell, then directing the smoke around the physical body, home or other sacred items. When used as a regular practice it helps to center the mind, eliminate internal chatter, and focus on the present. As the spirit becomes attuned to a higher vibration the Continue Reading
Amalgam Fillings Finally Begin to “Phase Out”
The controversy over amalgam fillings has been an ongoing issue for many years. In 1991 the World Health Organization (WHO) recognized mercury fillings as the major source of exposure for humans. After a five year study the Journal of the American Medical Association announced in 2006 that amalgam fillings were safe for children. Two years later the American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ended a lawsuit with a number of consumer advocacy groups, as part of the settlement the FDA agreed to Continue Reading
