Below is a list of the 7 main chakras and some extras.  Read the information and visualise where the Chakra is located, it’s colour and then say out load the affirmation.

1 Earth Star Chakra is the anchoring point to the earth.  It’s location is 30cm below the feet and it’s colour is Magenta.

Blockage leads to inability to recover from trauma or shock.  Releasing the blockage brings security, bonding re-awakening and transformation in times of change.

Affirmation:  I am supported by Mother Earth.

2 Base Chakra keeps one grounded, unifies the mind, body and spirit and manifests ease of survival and the ability to focus on ones needs.  It’s location is between base of the spine and pubic bone and it’s colour is Red. It’s element is EARTH.

Blockage leads to problems involving: the spine, adrenal glands and lower bowel.  Releasing the blockage brings connection to earth, calms the central nervous system and releases tension.

Affirmation:  I am safe.

3 Sacral Chakra’s function is clearer intuition and perception of other people’s feelings.  Feeling passionate about life, allowing one to be social, intimate and to mingle well with others.  It’s location is approximately 2 finger widths below navel and it’s colour Orange.  It’s element is WATER.

Blockage leads to problems involving: the bladder, kidneys, ovaries, testes, urogenital and bowels problems, arthritis and diseases of the blood.  Releasing the blockage encourages creativity, sensuality and intimacy and the ability to give and receive on all levels.

Affirmation:  All my feelings are valid.

4 Solar Plexus Chakra’s function is to allows use of appropriate power, will, ambitions, wants and desires.  It’s location is approximately at belly button and it’s colour is  Yellow.  It’s element is Fire.

Blockage leads to problems involving: the stomach, spleen, pancreas, small intestine, liver, gall bladder, metabolism and blood sugar regulation.  Releasing the blockage allows one to achieve goals and clarifies ones wills and desires.

Affirmation:  I am confidant.

5 Heart Chakra’s function is Unconditional love, forgiveness and compassion.  It’s location is at the  Heart area between the breasts and it’s colour is  Green.  It’s element is Air.

Blockage leads to problems involving the thymus gland (immune system), heart, lungs, vagus nerve, circulatory system, autoimmune diseases, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis and asthma.  Releasing the blockage allows love, peace and harmony, soul transformation, emotional stability, nurturing, compassion, responsibility and releases rejection and hatred.

Affirmation:  I give and receive love unconditionally.

6 Throat Chakra’s function is ability to speak the truth, receptivity and to be open and honest when communicating.  It’s location is in the throat area (base of the neck where the clavicle bones meet) and it’s colour is Blue.  It’s element is  Ether.

Blockage leads to problems involving thyroid disorders (metabolism), speech, hearing, upper respiratory and neck / shoulder tension.  Releasing the blockage promotes improved thyroid function and the ability to connect thoughts and feelings and communicate them with ease.

Affirmation:  I express what is in my heart.

7 Brow Chakra’s function is to use ones intuition and see the truth, to be visionary in thinking and to know what one wants for self and others.  It’s location is in the middle of the head and behind the midpoint of the eyebrows and it’s colour is  Indigo.  It’s element is Thought and colour associations with AIR.

Blockage leads to problems involving headaches, nightmares, eyestrain or blurred vision, hearing difficulties and nasal congestion.  Releasing the blockage promotes optimal hormone levels (pituitary gland), intuitive knowledge for decision-making, clarity, understanding and insight.

Affirmation:  I know what is right for me.

8 Crown Chakra’s function is connection with universal energy and higher consciousness, nourishment of body and the lower Chakras. To be fully functioning it must be closely connected to the Base Chakra and hence earth.  It’s location is inside the top of the head, extending above the head and it’s colour is Violet or White (contains all colours).  It’s element is  Light

Blockage leads to problems involving depression, mental and nervous disorders and learning difficulties.  Releasing the blockage promotes healthy brain function, optimal hormone regulation (Hypothalamus), normal sleep cycle (Pineal gland), peace and calm.

Affirmation:  I see clearly.

9 Soul Star Chakra’s function is  governing the force of inspiration, allows vision of the soul into the conscious mind.  It’s location is that it shines like a star from the centre of ones being and can be visualised as 8cm above the head and it’s colour is Pearly white.

Blockage leads to feelings of disconnectedness.  Releasing the blockage brings transformational change within oneself, seeing the beauty in everything, feeling aligned with ones own life path and vibrating at a higher frequency.

Affirmation:  My soul shines.

10 Divine Star Chakra’s function is it governs your link to higher powers and God and is responsible for the flow and regulation of universal rays into ones conscious mind.  It’s location is  20cm above your head and it’s colour is  Gold.

Blockage leads to lack of trust.  Releasing the blockage allows true connection to the divine, creating the vibration of knowledge, expression and karma.

Affirmation:  I trust the divine.

There are also 3 higher chakras that can be balanced.  These include:  Stellar Gateway, Universal Gateway and Cosmic Gateway.

All three of these are located above the head.  These 3 higher chakras along with Earth Star and Soul Star are out of body chakras that exist before conception.

Affirmation:  The universe will provide

On conception when the egg is fertilised by the sperm – there is a Placental Chakra formed which gives etheric energy to the developing foetus.  This placental Chakra allows time for the formation of the seven major Chakras and all the other minor Chakras.  An Umbilical Nadi flows along the umbilical cord.

■ Start early. Experts recommend discussing good online behaviour from when children are 6 or 7 years old.
■ Establish rules around where, when and how your child can use the Internet and mobile phone. Online communications should be as respectful and courteous as face-to-face conversations. Cyber bullying is as harmful as offline abuse.
■ Keep technology out in the open if possible. The safest place to have Internet access is in an open family area, not in the child’s bedroom. Kids who are online or receiving text messages late at night are probably not getting enough sleep and impact on their school day.
■ Consider a technology curfew.
Recharge phones and laptops in the kitchen overnight. If there are computers in the bedroom, make sure they’re turned off at an agreed time.
■ Educate your child about the permanent nature of things posted online. Teachers, prospective employers, friends and family can view offensive comments and photos they put on the Internet years later.
■ Familiarise yourself with social media your child uses. If possible, when they are 13, have them accept you as a Facebook online friend, so you can read what they – and their friends – are publishing. If they are worried about their privacy, remind them the World Wide Web isn’t private.
■ Take cyber bullying seriously.
Really listen to your child and discuss the situation with them. Find out the entire sequence of events so you can understand both sides of the story – whether your child was the victim or the bully.
■ Remember nice kids also cyber bully. The combination of being anonymous online, how quickly messages can be sent (faster than one thinks through consequences) and how easy it is to forward an unkind message from one person to the other all make online bullying an easy pitfall for any child.
■ Don’t overreact. Kids also fear parents will make the situation worse – and we often do, unintentionally. Your child also needs to learn resilience and that hurt feelings are an unavoidable part of life. Bullying is not.
■ Stop – take a breath and consider if the offending comment was intentional or just poor communication. Misunderstandings happen easily online.
■ Report any abuse to your child’s mobile phone provider, or the website if you think it’s warranted. (Facebook, MySpace and Bebo all have information on their sites about reporting abuse.)
■ Get your child to take a break from the interactions and gain a little perspective. Online bullying can seem relentless because it can be reread 24/7, comments can fly thick and fast and it can genuinely seem like the world is against them. This is why a technology curfew can also give you or their friends a chance to counteract the abuse with some positive comments.
■ Make it safe for your child to tell you or another adult about being bullied – they won’t if they believe you’ll respond by restricting their access to the computer or mobile phone.
■ Tell the school principal if you feel the behaviour is intentional and you fear it’s likely to continue. (Friends break up and make up regularly, bullying has the specific intention of harming or harassing someone.)
■ Keep the evidence. You don’t want your child rereading it, but you may want to print it out, screen save it or send it to your own email account before deleting abusive messages. *(Police advise however that if it’s something they are going to be asked to investigate, the original message is the best evidence.)

Tips for Online Communication include:
■ Don’t say anything online you wouldn’t say to someone’s face.
■ Be nice and friendly. Use emoticons so people know when you’re joking.
■ Tell your mum or dad or another adult if someone sends you a mean message.
■ Don’t reply to a bully. They like upsetting people and you can’t win against them.
■ If a friend upsets you, remember it’s easy to accidentally sound hurtful online because people can’t hear your voice and can’t always tell if you’re joking.
■ Never give your real name, your address, your phone number or your email address to someone you meet online.
■ If someone sends you a mean or embarrassing message about someone else, don’t forward it to your other friends. Don’t help bullies hurt other kids!
■ Be a good friend. If one of your friends is being bullied online or face-to-face, tell an adult.
■ Treat online communications as carefully as you would face-to-face discussions. Written messages are easily misinterpreted because we convey much of our meaning through facial expressions and our tone of voice.
■ Stop. Don’t jump to conclusions. Was it meant as a joke? Could you have misunderstood the sender? It’s so easy to crack a joke in writing and have it fall flat – or worse, sound like a criticism.
■ Let the sender know the message was hurtful if you think they may not have intended to upset you.
■ Don’t respond at all if you think their intention was to be abusive. If a bully is baiting you, the worst thing you can do is respond.
■ Block them. Unfriend them, remove them from your list of contacts or find out if your phone company can block them from phoning/ texting you. (Some providers can do that.)
■ Try to have the abusive messages deleted. If you can’t do that yourself, report the abuse and ask for it to be removed.
■ Reread your messages. Could they be misinterpreted? Have you sent it to the right person, or have you hit “Reply all”?
■ Be patient – if you are upset about something, wait 10 minutes before you write a message. Remember, once you hit “send” it has gone into cyberspace forever!
■ Use emoticons to indicate you are joking, smiling etc. Simple as it sounds, they can totally change how someone reads your message.
■ Keep your private details private. Never give your password or logon details to anyone, even your best friends.
■ Leave chat rooms when you don’t feel comfortable.
■ Tell your parents or an adult you trust if you receive hurtful messages, texts, emails etc. If you’re worried they’ll overreact or remove your mobile phone “to protect you”, explain that it will just make you feel more isolated and victimised.
■ Give yourself some time out. If you keep rereading the abusive messages, or continue communicating with the bully, you’re giving them more power to upset you. Online bullying can seem relentless and comments can fly thick and fast, making a bad situation worse. Spend some time (online or offline) with a good friend, get some exercise or just get out of the house for a while. If it’s nighttime, turn
the computer off and do something else. The more upset you become the less you’re able to handle a situation.
■ Be a supportive friend. Experts say kids can have a bigger impact than adults can when they support their friends who are being bullied. You don’t need to expose yourself to abuse – if you see someone bully your friend in a chat room or on a Facebook wall, you can contact them privately and offer emotional support.
■ Tell an adult you trust if your friend needs help.
■ Don’t forward hurtful messages, photos or videos. It’s hard to step in and stop physical bullying, but you have absolute control over what messages you forward.
■ Keep all harassing emails (and any replies you’ve made) as evidence. Save them, but don’t reread them.
■ Tell your year adviser, school counsellor, sports coach or someone you trust at school. You may not want to, but if you’re worried about the bullying it could affect your schoolwork. You have every right to feel safe and supported at school.

For further information
www.schools.nsw.edu.au/click
and:http://www.schools.nsw.edu.au/news/technology/cybersafety/index.php

In the New-age bookshop I was deciding on what book to buy and I came to a moving decision that what I really needed to do was to buy a journal for me to write down what I know to be true and helpful insights into maintaining peace and calm in 2010.

We are all unique and really do have the answers inside us.  Along my path I had noticed and picked up invaluable sayings quotes and insights and it was this that I wanted to write in my very own self-help book.

I bought the most beautiful handmade journal and started by painting my own Mandala for 2010 on the first page.

I have much to add to my journal but here are some of my 1st entries that I chose to write:

In the infinity of life where I am

all is perfect, whole and complete

I recognise my body as a good friend

Each cell in my body has Divine intelligence.

I listen to what it tells me

and know that its advice is valid.

I am always safe, and Divinely protected and guided.

I chose to be healthy and free.

All is well in my world.

(Above poem gratefully read in a Louise Hay book)

Whatever is right for me will come.

The most effective Medicine here on earth is love unconditional.

I am ready to have my needs met, heard and responded to.

Remember that not getting what you want is sometimes a wonderful stroke of luck.

I can’t wait to add more to my journal.  A peaceful, fulfilling 2010 here I come.

Cucumber – Rich in vitamin E (antioxidant, circulatory stimulant, strengthens muscles and capillary walls), a good source of: of iodine (essential for good thyroid function), chlorine and sulphur (cleansing minerals), silicon (essential for good blood circulation, healthy red cells, efficient cell growth) iron and vitamin A.

Spinach – Rich in: magnesium (important alkaline mineral, activates enzymes needed for proper digestion as well as other important functions), iron, copper (required in combination with manganese for good assimilation of iron) manganese (‘memory’ mineral), chlorine and vitamin E .  A squeeze of lemon juice aids absorption when spinach is cooked.

Lettuce – Rich in silicon, good source of: biotin, iron and vitamins C, E, and trace element copper and bromine (a mild sedative).

Tomatoes – Rich in lycopene (strong antioxidant), good source of: potassium (which counterbalances citric, mallic and oxalic acid contents), sulphur, silicon, bromine and all minerals except sodium.

Carrots – Good source of:  vitamins A, E, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, chlorine and sulphur.

Asparagus – Good source of: iodine, chlorine and sulphur, phosphorus, potassium, iron in combination with trace mineral copper and vitamin E.

Garlic – is a natural antibiotic.  It has a high natural sulphur content (promotes elimination of acid-mucus toxins from the lymphatic system). Good source of: iron, calcium, pectin and enzymes.

Beetroot – excellent source of manganese, magnesium, good source of sodium, potassium.  Grated fresh beetroot drenched with lemon juice is a tasty, attractive addition to any meal, providing perfect sodium/potassium balance.

Avocado – good source of magnesium, B vitamins, biotin, folic acid.  Is 43% monounsaturated lipids.

Nuts - great sources of ‘good’ fats, rich in proteins, vitamins and minerals. Use raw nuts with ’skins’ on. Almonds, pecans & brazils are lowest in carbohydrate, cashews the highest. Nuts have high iron content and a trace of copper.

Almonds are the most alkaline of nuts, they are high in protein, good sources of : Vitamin E, B group (especially niacin), have a good balance of calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, manganese, silicon.  Is 68% monounsaturated lipids.

Walnuts good sources of : A, B group (high biotin – essential for conversion of unsaturated fats into useable energy), good protein (all essential amino acids).  Is 68% polyunsaturated lipid.

Hazelnuts High Vitamin A, E,B group (especially B5,B6), low protein, good source of: zinc, selenium, calcium and potassium. Is 77% monounsaturated.

Pepitas Great protein food, all essential amino acids in well balanced form – High phosphorus, iron, Vitamin A, E, B group.

Sunflower seeds Good protein, all essential amino acids, Vitamin. D, E, B1, B2, B3, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, silicon iron. Good balance monounsaturateds and polyunsaturateds.

Sesame seeds Best freshly ground for good absorbability – high protein, rich in methionine, Vitamin E, Vitamin T (assists formation of blood platelets, may improve memory & concentration), good source of B group vitamins especially niacin.  High calcium content and calcium/phosphorus balance is roughly same proportions needed by the body.  Good source of  potassium and magnesium. Good balance of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated.

Linseeds (flaxseeds) High in Omega 3, 6, 9, polyunsaturated fatty acids, high in phytoestragens. Use freshly ground. . Oil goes rancid quickly and dangerous trans fatty acids develop if affected by heat and light.

Information source: Rosemary White, Sydney – a wonderful practitioner in Lymphatic Drainage using nutrition, crystals and polarity.

The book is split into three easy to read sections: “Tools for health and happiness,” “Things to make and do,” and “Did you know that?”

My daugher Kenya did all the art work and my wonderful family pooled resources to edit and put it out there.  It was published in April , 2009 and is  116 pages long.

You can purchase this book through me.  Simply call or email me.

RRP $22.00 (Inc GST) Wholesale Price $13.20 (Inc Gst)

“Xanthe has created a work which is very much needed by our children. In a world that is wrapped up in the band-aid solution for illness, we need to start teaching our children how to listen to their bodies and take responsibility for their our own health. The approach in this book is very down to earth and fun and the illustrations are gorgeous!
Well done Xanthe”                                                                                                                                                                                                       Angela Stafford

The Crown Chakra represents that part of your consciousness concerned with perceptions of unity or separation.  It influences your relationship with Our Father in Heaven.

It also represents your connection with your biological father, which becomes the model for your relationship with authority and ultimately with God. It is the level of the soul.

The Crown Chakra can influence how you develop spiritually and emotionally to experience true transformation.

The Crown Chakra connects you with source and brings divine consciousness into your daily thoughts and actions, allowing your spirituality to guide you.

• It governs clear and wise decision making, self-transcendence and is focused on creating meaning in your life through relationships, contribution to community, self-actualisation and spirituality.
  It’s colour is violet and white light. The violet ray is the ray of alchemy. If you call the violet ray through your body and chakras, you can experience transmutation of energies and freedom from karmic patterns that no longer serve you.
  It’s element is Inner Light.
  It’s issues are attachment, faith, consciousness, awareness, belief systems, transcendence, universal mind, unity, divinity, information, intelligence and information.
  It’s sound is a high-pitched eeehhhhhhh.
  It’s chant is the sound M-A-A-A-Y-Y-Y in the note of middle C.
  It’s energy generates devotion, inspirational and prophetic thoughts and transcendent ideas.
  It’s dance is that of bliss, celebration, surrender of ego and mind, connecting to source, body melting and allowing light to flood through you.
  It’s main strengths are the presence of the divine, inner guidance, insight into healing and a sense of trust that all is as it should be.
  It stores all the energies generated by prayer and meditation.
  It’s associated body organs are the muscular sysytem, skeletal sysytem, skin, pineal and pituitary gland.
  It’s primary fears are those related to spiritual issues, fears of abandonment, fears that god is not supporting you, loss of identity and loss of connection with life.
  It’s physical dysfunctions are energetic disorders such as chronic exhaustion, coma, amnesia, extreme sensitivities to light, sound and environmental factors.

Benefits of activating the Crown Chakra are the universal energy flow into the auric field. This allows the aura to become cleaner and brighter. It allows the seven main chakras, or energy centers to receive this high vibration and become more balanced. This then allows healing energy to flow into your body. The stimulation affects the hypothalamus region of the brain resulting in the release of some endorphins into the body. This in turn will help you to feel better allowing you to use more of your brain’s potential and balancing of your moods.

Information taken from an email sent by Natalie Joscelyne, a wonderful Chakra Dance Facilitator. shamanastone@hotmail.com for more information.

• Roughly cut up a lemon, including the skin and the seeds, approximately 1cm of ginger root and about a teaspoon of raw dandelion root and pour on boiling water.
• Sweeten it to taste with a little raw honey.
• Let it stand.
• Use a big thermos in winter or add ice after it has cooled in summer.

Not only is it delicious but:

Ginger helps digestion, controls nausea and abdominal spasms.

Dandelion root is a diuretic, promotes bile flow and helps the liver  and lemon is a good source of phosphorus, sodium and P.A.B.A (aiding protein digestion and synthesis).

The lemon skin is rich in rutin. This bioflavonoid improves lymph flow and stimulates both microcirculation and capillary tone .

This recipe from a Rosemary White (R.N.Grad,Dip,H.Sc(Geront), D.R.M.,Dip.Arom., Dip.Reflex.