The Solar Plexus Chakra in Reiki

Friday, May 23rd, 2008

The solar plexus chakra is the third chakra in the body. This chakra is used as a portal in Reiki, and therefore, must be opened and cleared from blockages when used in Reiki healing. The solar plexus chakra has several attributes and functions that help with the physical, mental and emotional states of the body.

The solar plexus chakra has several unique names that it may be referred to, including the navel center, liver chakra, stomach chakra, spleen chakra and manipura chakra. This chakra is located above the navel and when its energies are in tact will open forward. This will create what it is referred to as a ten petal lotus. Inside of this chakra are several secondary chakras that can open to universal energies.

The main purpose of this chakra is to create a center for life. This chakra has the ability to give life as well as create and generate emotional energies. Many will state that this chakra forms the best between the ages of 15 and 21. Its purpose is to create a shaping of being. It is also known to be associated with transformation and purification. When one’s solar plexus chakra is open, it will directly affect the sense of sight. It may also directly affect the pancreas or liver, as well as the liver, stomach and spleen.

The aura that is used in association with the solar plexus is a bright yellow. When the chakra is open, this aura will be apparent to a Reiki instructor. In relation to this, the solar plexus is often referred to as relating to the element of fire. When one goes through a healing with the solar plexus, they may have visions of sunlight or sunflowers in relation to this.

Reiki instructors will usually place their hands above the navel to trigger this energy center. For females, they will rotate left and with males they will rotate right. This will help in clearing the blocked energies in this area. If something emotional or traumatic has happened, this is usually where the blocked energies will be. Once this is opened, different emotions will also be able to open.

If a Reiki instructor decides to use Reiki toning, then they will begin on a low tone of E. This will then be complimented with the mantra of ‘ram’. This helps to send extra vibrations through the body and helps to clear the solar plexus area. In relation to this, some Reiki instructors will also use the aromas of lavender, rosemary and bergamot to clear this area. Gemstones may also be used in this process. This includes amber, tiger’s eye, yellow topaz and citrine. All of these gemstones will help with the healing process of the solar plexus through their complimentary universal energies.

The solar plexus chakra is the last of the lower chakras and is the most complex of the three. It’s relation to the body relies on the emotions that are being generated by that person. By opening up the solar plexus chakra and healing its center, one will find many differences in their health.

Scott Meyers is a staff writer for It’s Entirely Natural, a resource for helping you achieve a naturally healthy body, mind, and spirit. You may contact our writers through the web site. Follow this link for more information on Reiki.

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Shamballa Reiki

Thursday, May 22nd, 2008

Shamballa Reiki is an important subset of the Reiki craft. Shamballa Reiki is a combination of two methods of healing that, when used together, can be called upon to access universal energies. The idea of Shamballa is based on older Eastern practices. One usually uses Shamballa Reiki in conjunction with other forms of Reiki practices in order to improve the overall experience.

Shamballa is an ancient Eastern concept that is often associated with Buddhist practice. “Shamballa” means spiritual warrior. In the practice of Shamballa, one goes through several levels of training. In each level, they learn new concepts about things such as basic goodness and learning to live your life with love and goodness. Part of the concept of the Shamballa method is to be able to look inwards for the answers. Those who have achieved those answers can then take Shamballa precepts to help enlighten all of society. To be enlightened in this sense means to have an unlimited amount of compassion for those around you. This basic concept of universal goodness is practiced through meditation techniques.

Shamballa relies on the traditional concepts used in Reiki to allow healing through the universal energies. One starts by first looking inwards for certain blocks of energies and concepts, then one moves outwards by following the Reiki tradition and replacing inner energies with universal energies.

By combining both of these concepts, of inside and in the general community, one who is enrolled in Shamballa Reiki will be able to heal and find empowerment within them at the same time. From this good state, one will be able to take the concepts into their everyday lives. Those in Shamballa harmony can practice ways and techniques through discipline and meditation in order to find enlightenment, empowerment and compassion.

When a practitioner is using the Shamballa Reiki method for your healing, they will call on certain universal energies to help him and you. Usually, these will be based around ideas and concepts of love from universal energies. Bringing in outside forces intensifies the experience, and allows for a different type of energy to be manifested when you are going through a healing session with a Reiki practitioner.

If you are interested in practicing different techniques of Shamballa Reiki, there are several classes that you will be able to take. These will often focus on traditional Eastern healing methods. This may include things such as Qi Gong, strengthening exercises and meditation practices. By combining these methods, you will multiply the effectiveness of each and arrive at a better state in the end.

The combination of older Eastern traditions with Reiki has helped for those who are interested in studying Eastern philosophies and helped them in their healing processes. By studying Shamballa Reike, you can become a spiritual warrior in everyday life. You can also learn how to empower yourself in two ways—internally and externally—by calling on universal energies.

If you are interested in finding a different method to your healing, while using a secondary method with it, then Shamballa Reiki may be something for you to look into.

Scott Meyers is a staff writer for It’s Entirely Natural, a resource for helping you achieve a naturally healthy body, mind, and spirit. You may contact our writers through the web site. Follow this link for more information on Reiki.

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Reiki for the Brow Chakra

Friday, May 16th, 2008

The brow chakra is commonly referred to as the third eye in Reiki, and is also referred to in other forms of meditation from Eastern countries. The brow chakra is the sixth chakra, and is used for a portal for universal energies. The healing and flow of energy to this chakra contains several different elements. In relation to this, the third eye chakra holds several special characteristics.

The brow chakra is located above the nose and in the center of the forehead. This particular chakra is known to be the beginning of higher consciousness and mental powers. Many cultures believe that this chakra is the most important to understanding spirituality and metaphysical truth. Because of this, many will also refer to it as the Eye of Wisdom, Inner Eye Chakra or the Command Chakra.

The most prominent characteristic in the third eye chakra relates to the knowledge of being. This is said to be the most apparent when one is between the ages of 35 and 42. Recognizing things is another aspect that is apparent with the third eye chakra. Many who have psychic abilities and high intuition are said to have an open third eye. When it is open, the aura is said to be like the ninety-six petal lotus. The aura that will be seen in relation to this is indigo. Yellow and violet may also mix with this aura.

When a Reiki practitioner is sending universal energies to this area or clearing a blockage, they will gently place their hands above the eyes and on the forehead. They will then move in a circular motion in order to release old energies and let universal energies in. For females, the movement is a clockwise circulation, and for males, this is counter-clockwise.

There may also be several other methods that can be used in relation to this healing method. In Reiki toning, the note of A may be used on the mantra of ‘Ksham’. The vibration used in this sound will open up the energies to the universal energy. The aromas of mint and jasmine may also be used when clearing this chakra. Gemstones that may be placed on this area include lapis lazuli, indigo sapphire and sodalities. All of these will send energies to the brow chakra to help in releasing the negative energies and opening the third eye to higher consciousness.

Many times, when one needs healing with their pituitary gland they will work on sending energies through the third eye chakra, as they are known to both be connected. After someone has been through this healing, they may remain in a half awake state of mind for at least four hours. They may also experience visions of the night time sky as a direct relation to the third eye chakra.

When opening the third eye chakra to the universal energies through Reiki healing, it allows one to move to a level of deeper understandings and mental states. Through the different techniques that are used, one will easily be able to open the third eye chakra to the universe.

Scott Meyers is a staff writer for It’s Entirely Natural, a resource for helping you achieve a naturally healthy body, mind, and spirit. You may contact our writers through the web site. Follow this link for more information on Reiki.

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