On a one-to-one basis the type of healing I do is practically very different. I work about 3-6 inches away from the body, on the etheric. I make sure that the main chakras are working as they should be and are not blocked. I hold my right hand at the base of the spine and the left hand above the crown of the head, and channel energy up through the chakras to see if it can reach the crown. Often it cannot. I then bring my right hand to each chakra, still a bit off the body, and feel for the temperature difference. For me the hot chakras are the ones that are out of tune or blocked. Sometimes they feel as if they are not there at all, and then it is the chakras in the feet that are blocked, as energy comes up through the feet. You must make sure that these are open..

Often one or the other is shut.  If the left one is shut then often the female energy is not getting through, and if the right foot then the male energy is not getting through.. If you channel energy up through the feet using both hands and basically holding the soles of the feet, you are channeling energy to all the levels of the etheric, and not just the physical, but also the mental, emotional and spiritual levels. It is the best way to charge someone up who is feeling flat. There's more to this, but this'll do for now..
 

The Catherine Wheel
Georgina Hall (georgehl@peg.apc.org)
15 Feb 1995

For those who liked the Betty Shine excerpt I put up on the list some time ago, she has written another book just out called "Betty Shine's Mind Workbook" which has some lovely exercises/visualisations in it.  For a taste of it, I thought I  would put one here on the list, and for those who want the book, it's printed by Corgi Books No. 0 552 14214 X:

 "The Catherine Wheel"

     This exercise will generate extra energy and life-force within the physical body. It will harmonize the spiritual side of your nature and enhance your intuitive qualities.

        1.Close your eyes and imagine a giant Catherine wheel..
        2.At your side you will see a candle and matches.. Light the candle and take it over to the Catherine wheel. In the center of the wheel you will see a fuse - light it and stand back!
        3.As the fuse burns, the Catherine wheel will begin to turn. In its center you will notice that the color green is prominent - watch that color
        4.The wheel now starts to gather speed and as it does so it becomes multi-coloured. Red, Blue, Purple, Yellow, Pink, Violet, all the bright colors appear, and last but by no means least, White, Silver and Gold.
        5.As you watch the colors they will begin to impinge on your senses and you will find yourself soaking them up like a huge sponge..
        6.You may find that tears roll down your face as the energy fills your being..
        7.Sparks of light flash out as the wheel continues to spin. Your body will pulsate with light, color and energy. A feeling of love and compassion will fill your mind and body..
        8.Gradually the Catherine wheel loses speed. As it does so the colors begin to fade. At this point your body also begins to slow down and you will feel calm and relaxed..
        9.The wheel stops. Silence, Stillness and Peace.
       10.Take a deep breath and then open your eyes. You have been recharged and are now able to face another day!

     The book is dedicated to all the healing groups worldwide, which is just lovely..
 

Chakra Balances and Imbalances -- What to Look For

Base - 1st

Function: The expression of energy in this chakra is directly related to a person’s quality of health. Known as the Kundalini or serpent’s fire. An understanding of the endless source of power from the Universal Life force. The “wounded child” can be found here if there has been traumas such as sexual abuse.

Imbalanced - Flight or fight responses, or fear. Abundance issues. Sexual issues. Energy levels are low and there is a lack of enthusiasm for life.

Balanced - Releases fear, allows us to feel safer, and assists us to remain centered and grounded. Creative expression. Has vitality and energy.

Reproductive System
Physical organs: kidneys, bladder, spine, hips, legs and feet, coccyx.
Element - earth
Color - Rose red

Creative Center - 1A

The potential etheric source of energy sometimes known as cosmic force. Unconditional love of self. Reaching for the god/goddess self. Natural absorption of life force energy.

Color - Rose pink

Imbalance of rose pink - Super sensitive, intensely irritable. Dislikes to be touches. Restless. Reacts adversely to noise.

Sacral - 2nd

Function:  The procreative center of the body, directed by the reproductive organs. On the physical plane these centers provide the pathways through which our spiritual co-creative powers take physical form. Feeling/emotional center. The seat of joy. Where the inner child is originally located. The “wounded child” can be found here if there has been trauma.

Imbalanced: feelings of powerlessness, out of control, needing to dominate and control.

Endocrine System - gonads.
Physical Organs - reproductive, lower back.
Element - water
Color - orange

Solar Plexus - 3rd

Function:  Where wisdom can transcend desire and the Higher Self is able to evolve into the physical mental conscious state of existence. Anima and Animus are no longer separate and become one. Power center. This is where negative energies related to thoughts are processed. The places of the “wounded child”.

Imbalanced - anger, hostility, rage. Low self image and self esteem.  Emotionally super sensitive. Mood swings, depression or lethargy. Nervous instability.

Balanced - clear thinking, confident, learns easily. Lives a deep and fulfilling emotional life.

Endocrine System - adrenals, pancreas.
Physical organs - stomach, liver, gall bladder, (digestive system), spleen, diaphragm, middle back.
Element - fire.
Color - yellow.

Heart - 4th

Function:  The refinement of consciousness onto spiritual awareness. Love, compassion. Where spirit and matter meet in love. Our inner guidance. Feeling remains unconditioned by mind.

Imbalanced - Does not love or trust readily. Seems cold or detached, unemotional, selfish. Demanding.

Balanced - The greater the capacity to give and receive unconditional love. Able to perceive beauty and love in others.

Endocrine System - thymus, immune system.
Physical organs - heart, lungs, chest, upper back, circulatory system, arms and hands.
Element - air
Color - Emerald or forest green

Etheric Heart - 4a

Awakening this chakra creates wellness as an integral part of our life. It enables greater utilization of “All that is”.

Thymus gland,
immune system.
Color - clear crystal

Throat - 5th

Function: Outwards communication and inner hearing. The gateway through which the emotions in the heart must pass to become balanced and harmonized. Self expression. The issues of truth and true expression of the soul.

Imbalanced - Fear, anxiety and trauma. Unable to express self clearly. Judgemental-ness, critical, allergies.

Balanced - The voice becomes fuller and deeper. Ease and comfort with communication.

Endocrine System - thyroid
Physical organs - mouth, throat, teeth, bronchial tubes, ears and nose.
Color - sky blue

Third Eye - 6th

Function:  Higher consciousness, emotional and spiritual center of love.  Clairvoyance and spiritual inner sight. Intuitive center. Soul knowledge. Seat of will.

Imbalanced - lacks imagination and idealism. Does not want to see or admit what has happened or is happening. Tiredness, irritability, confusion, rigid thoughts, mental stress, migraines.

Balanced - If we can dream it or see it, we can create it. The psychic ability to see beyond the physical realms. Our ability to look deep within to evaluate where we are on the path of spiritual growth. The ability to go beyond our own karma.

Endocrine System - pituitary gland.
Physical organs - autonomic system. Hypothalamus, ears, nose, eyes, lower brain.
Color - Indigo or purple.

Crown - 7th

Function:  A direct link with Spiritual life force. The center where higher consciousness begins. Connects us with our spiritual self. Associated with Divine purpose and your own destiny. Goes beyond language, time and space.

Imbalanced - In a state of disharmony with self and others.

Balanced - Love, peace of mind, and connection to spirit. In a state of harmony with ourselves, others and the spiritual realms. Realization, self respect, healing. Spiritually not tied to dogma.

Endocrine system - pineal gland, pituitary gland.
Physical organs - upper brain, eyes.
Color - golden white or violet.