Using Elements

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​Last week I had discussed how using the element of water could help relax the body and mind, to help ease you into a meditative state. This week, we will talk about the rest of the elements! What do the elements have to do with meditation? Allow me to explain. Most know that there are four elements we can see, touch, hear, smell and even taste, but there is also a fifth element that is highly connected to all the others. Can you guess what it is? It's you! The soul, or spirit is the fifth element and we can connect with the others and our own higher self. Using the other four elements is a great way to leave the 3D world behind for a moment and step into that mediative state.

 

Water is a natural soother as I had mentioned last week. You can also used the sound of rain, waterfalls, thunderstorms, and ocean waves to help get you to that meditative state. In nicer weather, try sitting down at the edge of the river or a body of water near you, and allow it to cover your hands or feet while meditating. You can also use seashells if you cannot get outside, by placing them in the room or in your hand. 

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Earth is extremely grounding and is the perfect surface to sit on if you can. It's still a bit cold and wet at the moment, but once the nicer weather comes, try sitting in the grass to meditate. The Earth emits a energy vibration that the body can pick up and it can raise your consciousness and awareness. Using healing crystals is a great way to incorporate the Earth element. Place them in the room or hold in your hand. There are certain crystals for every aspect, which we will discuss next week! 

 

Fire is actually a well known meditation technique, and has been used since the beginning of man. Our accessors would have used "fire gazing" to help them seek answers they were looking for. I'm sure most have experienced this while sitting around a fire; we stare into the flames and allow the mind to wander where it needs to go. This is an excellent way to meditate, especially if you have a connection to fire already. (If you do, you would know) I know it can be difficult to just have a bonfire anywhere, so if you cannot have a fire, you can use candles in your meditation space and even use them to fire gaze. White candles are best used for this practice. ​​

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Air is one that I personally connect with. Air can be used by sitting outside and listening to her speak. What I mean by that is, listen to the wind blow through trees, brush, the sound it makes when hitting windchimes, or through the mouth of a glass bottle. Air makes sounds that can distract the ego monkey mind and help you focus on your meditation. If you cannot get outside right now, then using a Dreamcatcher works as well. Dreamcatchers to me represent the element of air and can help you by placing in the room or even holding on to it while meditating. 

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I hope this could help, and I'll be back next week with more meditation tips!

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HAPPY MEDITATING!