Deliberate acts of grounding by Sherry Anshara — In these challenging times and amid the overwhelming media coverage centered on fear and loss, it is easy to create “out-of-body” experiences by pushing the limits of the upper chakras — your crown, third eye, throat and heart — to check out of the turmoil. The idea […]
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Grounding is good medicine
October 19, 2013
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by Francesca McCartney, Ph.D. — The practice of grounding produces a connection with the earth that naturally provides emotional and physical health benefits. It helps you settle into yourself and create a calm mood when you are overwhelmed by people, activity or your surroundings. Before you enter a potentially stressful situation, close your eyes, take […]
The practice of grounding
July 6, 2013
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by Jesse Wolf Hardin — People often say, “Ground yourself,” when they really mean to say, “Calm down.” Real grounding involves being our authentic selves, fully present and aware, in touch with the earth through awakened senses and deep feelings, rather than being perpetually lost in thought, orbiting in our busy minds. Grounding requires practice. […]
The drum
March 15, 2013
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by Suzette “Medicine Drum” — The drum is one of the most ancient musical instruments and the most important tool of the Shaman. It is used for meditating, healing, grounding, journeying, centering and dancing. It protects, expands one’s consciousness, cleanses people and dwellings of negative energies, and invokes guides and spirits. The reason the drum […]
Satin-spar selenite: A healing crystal of the future
March 14, 2013
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by Leslee J. Klinsky — Satin-spar selenite, a little-known and underutilized crystal, contains all the positive qualities of quartz crystal’s healing power and protection without any of the negatives. In mythology, it is said to have been a major healing tool, record keeper and energy generator in Atlantis. Whether or not you believe in Atlantis, […]
Intuition and meditation
February 12, 2013
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by Khayriyyah Savannah — We hear a lot of talk about our inner voice or intuition and using it to access our inner knowing. How do we know when it is our inner voice we are hearing? The term “gut feeling” offers a clue as to where our intuition might be located — if it […]
Getting Grounded
November 15, 2012
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by Dr. Larry Wilson — Being grounded means being real, honest, authentic and present. It is having the ability to see things as they are and get on with life without needless strife or heartache. Many who need grounding are unaware of their need. Here is a short quiz about groundedness: 1. Do you […]
Healing and Happiness
September 20, 2012
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by Dr. Larry Wilson — For most people, healing means getting rid of their symptoms. This is a level of healing I cannot dispute. However, so much more is possible. I believe all human beings should be happy, healthy and at peace most of the time. This article presents an outline of the home […]
Plant your “seeds” this spring
March 1, 2012
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by Jacquelyn Lee Clark — Spring is almost here, bringing with it a beautiful renewed energy, full of new beginnings and space for change or rebirth. The sun begins to warm the earth, bringing fresh new ground and opportunities, not only for nature, but also for the human spirit. As the flowers begin to bloom, […]
Serenity shortcuts for the holidays
February 23, 2012
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by Ashley Davis Bush — Oh, the hustle and bustle of the holidays — the music, the lights, the festivities. It is the most wonderful time of the year. Or is it? Is it not also the busiest, most harried and possibly the most stressful time? Well, not this year. Six simple shortcuts will help […]
February 12, 2015
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