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Himalayan Salt

Salt Lamps Cleanse & Deodorize the Air, this is why the majority of people use them – it's their amazing ability to remove dust, pollen, cigarette smoke, and other contaminants from the air. 

But how is this possible, it’s just a big rock of salt with a light bulb inside, right?

Well, that's kind of true, but there's a deeper answer.

Salt lamps purify air through the power of hygroscopy, meaning that they attract water molecules from the surrounding environment then absorb those molecules – as well as any foreign particles they may be carrying – into the salt crystal. As the HPS lamp warms up from the heat produced by the light bulb inside, that same water then evaporates back into the air and the trapped particles of dust, pollen, smoke, stay in the salt.

 Reduce Allergy & Asthma Symptoms

Because salt lamps remove microscopic particles of dust, pet dander, mold, mildew from the surrounding air, allergy and asthma suffers should notice a big improvement after a week or two, helping to keep the lungs clear.

So, besides removing contaminants from the air, salt lamps also help your body to filter air more efficiently so any foreign particles you do happen to breathe won’t make it into your lungs.

 Increase Energy Levels are another benefit.

As we are expose to increased concentrations of negative ions such as those generated by salt lamps salt lamp in the room or rooms, after about a week, you should notice a difference.

 Neutralize Electromagnetic Radiation

With all the electromagnetic (EM) radiation coming from our electronics (television, computer, cell phone, tablet, appliances, stereo) the long-term effects of this exposure can increase stress levels, cause chronic fatigue, and decrease the body’s immune response, among other things.

As they emit negative ions into the air, salt lamps work to neutralize electromagnetic radiation. Keep one next to the computer, television, and any other electrical devices which you use frequently to reduce the potential issues to you and your family.

 A Good Nights Sleep

Because salt lamps are natural negative ion generators, they improve the air quality so you can get a better night’s sleep.

 Mood, Anxiety & Concentration

Salt lamps naturally enhance your mood or to help you relax and unwind at the end of the day. And they are great for improving concentration. Again, this is due to the effect of the negative ions on your body, improving blood and oxygen supply to the brain and other organs, as well as providing a boost of serotonin – the neurotransmitter which makes us (literally) happier and less anxious.

Salt lamps release negative ions into the air, which reduce anxiety, and promote a relaxing, peaceful environment for sleep. Because salt occurs naturally in the Earth, it automatically emits negative ions, just as you can find in waterfalls, oceans, and other natural features on our planet.

Chocolate News

Chocolate for BREAKFAST? 

There is a new study stating that eating chocolate for breakfast could actually have 'unexpected benefits' by helping your body burn fat.  

Researchers in Boston, Massachusetts gave 100 grams of milk chocolate to 19 women within one hour after waking up and one hour before bedtime.

That is about the equivalent of two standard-sized Mars bars (58g) – although the researchers used standard milk chocolate containing 18.1g of cocoa. 

The team was amazed to discover that neither morning or night time milk chocolate intake led to weight gain, probably because it acted as an appetite suppressant.

In fact, intake of milk chocolate during the morning hours was shown to help burn fat and reduce blood glucose levels.

This was most likely due to beneficial chemicals called flavanols found naturally in cocoa that increase fat oxidation. 

'Our results show that chocolate reduced ad libitum energy intake, consistent with the observed reduction in hunger, appetite and the desire for sweets shown in previous studies.' 

The study is especially surprising because it used milk chocolate, which has a reputation for contributing to weight gain due to its high fat, sugar and caloric content. 

COCOA CAN BOOST OXYGEN LEVELS IN THE BRAIN

Drinking cocoa can increase your mental agility thanks to the presence of flavanols – chemicals that are abundant in cocoa beans.

UK and US researchers found healthy adults performed better on difficult cognitive tasks if the participants had consumed a cocoa drink containing high levels of flavanols.

After drinking flavanol-rich cocoa, participants produced a faster and greater increase in blood oxygenation in the frontal cortex – a brain region that plays a key role in cognition and decision-making – that helped them complete these tasks.

Flavanols are antioxidants and are abundant in tea, red wine, blueberries, apples, pears, cherries, and peanuts, as well as in the seeds of the cacao tree – cocoa beans.

Scrying Balls - Seeing The Unseen

Scrying Balls are unique.

They have the ability to create and hold energy for specific purposes and questions.

Scrying balls have been used for for thousands of years, looking into a reflective surface, such as glass, water, a mirror, or a crystal, to gain insight. 

The images seen with a scrying ball isn't foretelling, instead they are images from deep within one’s consciousness, and the ball is the door through which consciousness can be accessed. 

Through this meditation a trance-like state is induced that enables information from your consciousness to pass through the mind’s eye. 

It is here the images are seen, not in the crystal itself.

Cleansing:

When you get your ball, wash it using a soft cloth, water, and mild soap. 

This will not only make your ball clean physically, but also help cleanse the ball’s energies as well. 

To completely cleanse your ball of any previous and/or negative energy, it is best to smudge it as well. 

To smudge, simply light a sage smudge stick and pass the ball through the smoke several times. 

Your crystal ball should be cleansed (smudged) before each use.

Handling and Storage:

A crystal ball is very personal. 

You shouldn’t let anyone else touch it as their energies and subconscious thoughts will pass onto it and “contaminate” your ball, causing inaccurate readings. 

The ball may also lose its charge, or your personal influences with it may become weakened and/or corrupted.

Charging:

To charge your ball, place it in the light of a full moon.

Do NOT place your ball in direct sunlight. 

This will weaken the ball’s magnetism and may render it unable to draw images. 

Using Your Crystal Ball:

Create a relaxed atmosphere by burning candles or incense or by playing soft music. 

I suggest working by candlelight as too much light on the ball can make the images distorted or difficult to see. 

Dim lighting also relaxes the eyes, making it easier to focus on the ball.

You may wish to smudge the room and yourself before beginning your work with the ball.

Relax your mind and body, hold the ball in your hands for awhile to energize it and strengthen your psychic bond with it. 

Think about the purpose for this session. 

You may wish to visualize the topic, or ask a question about it either in your mind or out loud.

Put the crystal down and begin to stare into it. 

Let your eyes relax and go out of focus. 

Try to clear your mind and concentrate on feeling open and receptive.

In awhile you should see a mist filling the crystal and then gradually clearing. 

Keep your eyes relaxed and unfocused. 

Watch for symbols or images appearing in your mind’s eye. 

Do not try to force the images to come. Let them come naturally. 

It is okay if you do not see any images the first several times you use the ball. 

Most people need practice at achieving the necessary receptive and relaxed state of mind before images will appear.

When you do see images, don’t try to make sense of them right away. 

Just take a mental note of what you see. 

Once you have seen the images that you need, they will fade away and the ball will again fill with mist. 

Blink your eyes, breathe deeply, and allow your mind to return to the physical plane. 

A drink of water and a snack will help ground you as you reconnect with the Earth’s energies.

Thank the ball for its message and put it away.

Take notes of the images you have seen as well as any thoughts or impressions that come to mind. 

The images may not be what you expected. 

Sometimes it may seem that the images have nothing to do with your topic or are just plain nonsense. 

Your subconscious mind gives you the information you need. 

The images are often symbolic, and so it may take you some time to decipher their meaning. 

Go with your instinct and intuition. Most often your first impression is the correct one.

Crystal ball gazing takes a lot of practice and patience, but in time you will become more receptive and more adept at reading the crystal.

These powerful spheres are made from fiber optics (man made Ulexite). Man made Ulexite, is comprised of parallel optical fibers, which transmits light from one end of the sphere to the other. 

Each color is designed as a unique vibrational experience, celebrating life and spirit. 

Ulexite is said to bring insight into self and others and sheds light on solutions to difficulties. 

It also is known for amplifying dreams, stimulating imagination and creativity. 

In Feng Shui each specific color can be placed in the corresponding area to enhance the specific auspicious energy: 

pink/love, 

green/money and healing, 

purple/spirituality, 

yellow/mental clarity, 

orange/business, 

blue/calming, 

turquoise/peace and friendship, 

brown/attainment, 

black/protection, 

gray/unconscious thought, 

white/blessings, 

gold/wealth and winning, jeweled multi color/wealth Also, great for meditation and hypnosis.