The natural energy emanating from a living creature generates a spherical orb emanating from the body’s physical form.  This orb is known as an Aura.  

Because the aura is generated from the body’s energy, it will also reflect the imbalances and ailments of the body through variations in the auric field. The  shape of the aura can change based on things like mental and emotional states.

Similarly, the negative stresses and energies that we deal with on a day to day basis can impair and affect the aura, and thereby impair the individual.

The process of aura cleansing or aura healings are about bringing the energies of the aura back into balance and harmony.  This can be done through a myriad of techniques including grounding, sweeping, stone work, smudging, or other energy work.

One of the most widely known forms of energy healing is Reiki.  The word Reiki is formed from two Japanese words. Rei which translates to ‘God’s Wisdom’ or ‘the Higher Power’ and Ki which is ‘life force energy’.  Together, the word Reiki translates to ‘spiritually guided life force energy’.

It was developed in Japan in the 1800’s by Mikao Usui, and its techniques are passed down through a master to student relationship through an attunement to Reiki energies. The process involves channeling universal life energy to manipulate / balance the mind, body, and spirit which encourages the body’s natural healing processes.

During the course of a Reiki healing session, the Reiki practitioner will use the system(s) taught to them by their Reiki master to call upon the reiki energies to help bring balance to the subject being healed.

By calling upon the reiki energies for the healing process, the practitioner is supposed to allow the Divine energy to heal the person receiving treatment without draining any life energy from the practitioner.

A chakra is a key focal point of energy within the body. It can be viewed as a vortex of energy. The chakras are organizing centers for the reception, assimilation, and transmission of life energies.

Each one spins in a different direction than the one above or below it, causing energy to move up and down the spine. Just as the energy flows in two different directions through the chakra system – up and down, it also flows in and out of the system connecting the system to the outside world.

There are seven primary chakras and each chakra is associated to a particular area of the body. These focal points are located running along the axis of the spine, and are referred to as: Root, Sacral, Solar Plexus, Heart, Throat, Third Eye, and Crown.

When all the seven chakras are balanced and aligned a person feels happy, satisfied and empowered in their life. Even if one chakra is blocked by negative energy or too open, then you can feel aches and pains in that particular area or have emotional issues. 

When dealing with chakras, it is important to remember that each individual’s energy and systems are different; variations will occur from person to person.  Aligning chakras is the aim of this type of healing. Using essential oils, sound healing, color therapy and meditation, the chakras can be healed and balanced.