Candle Therapy
Registered
trademark by Catherine Riggs-Bergesen.
drcfrb@earthlink.net
From ancient
times to the present, Candles have lit our way through every transition! From
celebrations and ceremonies to proclamations and processions! The candle's flame
has always been a metaphor for the soul! It possesses a tranquil and almost
hypnotic atmosphere to those who allow its power to take them to a very special
place.
There are many ways to utilize the power of Candle Therapy.
Complementary systems of color therapy, aromatherapy, music and sound therapy
can and do overlap within the healing process to create a positive and powerful
approach to finding the balanced system. These complementary systems with Candle
Therapy, are all configured and intertwined within the practice of it's theory
and application.
CANDLE THERAPY
AND MEDITATION
Meditation can be enhanced with candles. By lighting a candle that is infused
with color, botanicals or essential oil, these fundamental energies are released
into the atmosphere and are absorbed by the individual within the area of the
candle. The auric field absorbs this energy and it is taken into the body. The
word "aura" is but another name for "forcefield" or "radiation." Every substance
in the universe has a radiation or aura -- and the auras of minerals, plants and
animals as well as human beings have special characteristics. Meditation can
rejuvenate theauric
field.
•Certain studies strongly suggest that auric field intensity correlates to
Chinese acupuncture locations.
•The seven energies that dominate the aura of most people correspond with the
seven chakras.
• The human aura can be affected, indirectly, by meditation, scent, music and
sounds. The aura can also be affected directly by the resonance of certain,
select vibrations in tune with the seven energy centers of the aura—the chakras.
• The colors of the aura provide a guide in understanding our emotions,
consciousness, energy processes and centers.
• Although not all people are aware of their aura-seeing ability, all of us
sense auras through a combination of perceptions at the subconscious,
instinctual level.
One of the
most beneficial and powerful means of meditation healing is by arranging candles
in geometric layouts around yourself or an individual. Geometric energy is
applied in the arranging of the candles for specific types of healing. Different
geometric shapes will alter and enhance the effects of color and scent. It
involves understanding what particular geometric patterns can do by using that
particular layout around an individual to heal. Meditating within the center of
these configurations, can hieghten the entire experience! Here are some
examples:
The Square:
setting candles in the formation of a square stabilizes the entire physiological
system. It grounds, calms and settles the basic life force around the color,
scent or meditation being used.
The Triangle:
setting candles in the formation of a triangle works as an amplifier. It
increases the power of healing especially if the meditation is utilizing color,
botanical or scented candles. It makes the meditation more cleansing.
The Cross:
setting candles in the formation of a cross will assist in balancing the
elements fire, air, water, earth in the individual allowing the benefits of the
candle to work more effectively. It affects the heart center (chakra) and can be
used with all problems associated with it. It balances our physical energy.
There are many ways to utilize the power of candles. Complementary systems of
crystals, color therapy, aromatherapy, music and sound therapy can and do
overlap within the healing process to create a positive and powerful approach to
finding the balanced system.
CANDLE THERAPY
AND CRYSTALS
The
techniques of allowing candles to help in crystal work involve holding a
selected crystal in your hand or hands or placing the stone on the floor or
table near you and your mat and allow yourself to focus on the mineral as you
meditate.
In a meditative or yoga group circle, you may place the candles and crystals in
the center of the group. Make sure that the intention of the entire group is
that of the same intent.
Crystals can allow one to reach higher spiritual levels during meditation. The
crystal magnifies one's personal energy by aligning and connecting with
universal power. The candle can center and align by concentrating on it's flame.
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