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Protection And Why It Is Important Time and again you will hear, see, or read the word protection, not only within this group and on this site, but also anywhere spiritual development is either being taught, or spoken of seriously. Why is it needed? Well before we go any further I want you to think about something very seriously. We all talk about the light and the positive. Everything in this universe is held in a perfect balance: Yin and Yang, male and female, night and day, and so on. This brings us to the opposite of positive which is negative. To look at this in a very basic way; if you're happy and in a good mood. People will say about you that you're positive. On the other hand is you are in a bad mood and you're miserable. People will comment that you are very negative. It’s not so simple as one being right and one wrong, no it goes far deeper and more complex than this. For the two are like the sides of a coin, they both have their place and also their own role to play, in the scheme of things. What is negative in a spiritual sense? Well when we mention negative it may be in a variety of ways. For instance negative energy is a very real living force, which is just as powerful as positive energy. But with the negative it can be very disruptive and can cause such things as depression, illness and feeling lethargic. Expressions such as you can/could cut the atmosphere with a knife, or you could have heard a pin drop. These are far more than just colourful sentences. They are referring to the way we all are able to sense different energies. Even the word “atmosphere” when talking of the feeling you experience within a place, or group of people, is speaking of this sense of either positive, or negative energy. Another word that was very popular at one time, though not as much in use today, is the word vibes, as in good or bad vibes. Vibe of course is short for vibrations. And this is saying the self same thing. Opening up to Spirit When we open ourselves to spirit, it is like opening a door. If you hear a knock at your door late at night, it makes good sense to look through your spy hole and to also put the chain on before opening it. Likewise when leaving your home, it is always a sensible idea to lock all doors and windows before you leave and set your burglar alarm. This is obvious to most people. But when it comes to spiritual work a lot of people think that all they will ever encounter is sweetness and light. Sorry but as I said before that is only one side of the coin. A medium friend of mine said something only last weekend that said it all perfectly. She said a lot of people think that spirit is all teddy bears and hearts, but its not like that at all. No it certainly is not like that. Different Worlds Our world is a physical one where we live and respond to are surroundings by touch, taste, smell, sound and sight. Yet this world is only one of many worlds that co-exist within each other, each moving within its own speed of vibration. To access these other worlds, we must open ourselves to spirit. And when we do this, we must first be aware of what is out, or in there long before we go too far in our spiritual development. Remember for every positive force, there has to also be a negative to make up the balance. And it is from the negative that we all need protection. What forms do these negative energies take? Well we'll look at these now. Negative energy Negative energy can be seen, felt, heard and experienced in a great many ways. The most important thing to do is to not underestimate the power of negative energy. Like attracts like in the universe, so for instance if you are angry, which is a negative emotion, you will attract negative energy. This is why sometimes an angry person will continue to have a number of different arguments one after another. As they meet different people, those people pick up on the negative vibrations and they find themselves too drawn into the cycle of anger. The same can be said of happy positive people. Remember like attracts like. Negative Energy Forms You may hear of such things as psychic attack and negative entities. Yes these things do exist and can happen, though let me assure you that they are rare. I myself have experienced both of these and they are very hard to deal with, even with protection. Without protection they can cause a great deal of distress. So as you can now see before doing any spiritual work, you must first learn to protect yourself, open up to spirit and then close yourself down. Working with spirit is the most joyful thing that I have ever known, but I know that any work I do, is only done after protection. P.O.C. Protection. Open. Close. So with all of your spiritual development work, always say to yourself POC and you'll remember. Have fun and enjoy, but be safe as you learn. Psychic Protection 2 The first question most commonly asked on this subject is, "What is it?" And the second most common question is, “Do I really need psychic protection?” To answer these questions we must first of all remember that we are made up of Mind, Body, and Spirit, and because of this to remain healthy and in control we must nurture all three, feed all three, heal, and of course protect all three. This trinity that we speak of is held in a very delicate balance. If any one of the three fall out of line with the other two a person will feel a form of sickness, and these things can be prevented on most occasions, if we but prepare ourselves a little. All things in the universe are made up of energy, and as with everything there must always be a balance, and so we have both positive and also negative energy. This is a universal law and an absolute. While we must always remain aware that there is a purpose behind all things, and because of this purpose a reason also, that does not necessarily mean that all things are good for us, and for our benefit. Therefore since positive energy is nurturing to our Spirit, Mind and Body, and negative is destructive, would it not seem wise to protect ourselves from the one, while embracing the other. Of all the forces of energy love is the most powerful in all of creation, and so we may welcome the presence of the positive with love, while also repelling the negative with love also. To receive positive energy we need to but open our hearts to feel the benefit. There are a great many ways to protect us from the negative, as many ways in fact as there are indeed many paths to spiritual fulfilment. For our purpose we will take a method of protection that will fit any path, and be of use to anyone. For this simple method of psychic protection you will need the following: * A plain white candle, any size or style. * A dish, or cup (to be filled with water before you begin, natural spring water is best, though tap water will do fine.). * Some Sea salt. * An incense stick, or cone (incense powder) and something suitable to burn the incense on (fireproof), and that is easy to carry. Still your mind and push away all thoughts of the mundane, for you are doing something sacred, and although you may be on your own, you stand before the universe, and because of this you are never truly alone. In performing this simple ritual you are inviting the many unseen positive energy forms that abound in the very ether that surrounds us. Light the candle and as you do so imagine that the candle flame is a reflection of the light of pure love that resides within you. Also at this time light the incense, and as you do, think of the perfumed smoke as cleansing the very atmosphere that is surrounding you. Next taking hold of the container of water in both your hands place it directly in front of you, raising your hands palms down over the water say the following “ I cleanse you creature of Water of all negative energies, and I purify you with the gift of love. May all negative energy depart to a place where it will do no harm”. Now taking the container of salt repeat all you have just said, replacing creature of the Earth for creature of Water. When you have finished this, take a pinch of salt grains and sprinkle them into the water saying, “I charge this Water with the essence and purity of love. Pick up the incense carefully and with your free hand waft a little of the smoke over yourself saying I am cleansed and protected”. Next take the candle and holding it in front of you and say “I bathe in this light of love and purity and I am protected”. Lastly pick up the charged salt water. (Leaving the salt container where it is, we have no further need for this) Sprinkle a little of the salt water over yourself saying “I cleanse myself with this sacred water and cast out all impurities. Replace the water. Now stand erect, feet together arms outstretched in the shape of a “T” and say “I am protected by the four elements and the power of love (you may end this with the word Amen if you wish, or any such word that has meaning to you). This then ends our simple self-protection; incidentally with a little thought and adaptation this ritual can easily be used to protect your home. Psychic Protection 3 Angelic Protection Here's a very simple and yet very affective little protection, but for those who connect with Angelic energy it is very powerful. Stand with arms outstretched, legs together in the shape of a "T" and say the following. "Before me Raphael, behind me Gabriel. On my right hand Michael, on my left hand Aurael. Above me shines divinity, within me dwells divinity I am protected." Mirror Protection This is a very effective protection I received from our guide, Shalayla, which not only protects against negative invasion, but also directs anything being sent towards you back to the source. This is a handy protection to use if you feel someone may be either directing energy against you (this is very rare and not something that should ever be done, for what is sent out, will return.) or just thoughts of a negative nature, for these also can have a very adverse affect on you. Make sure you are feeling calm and relaxed. Take three slow deep breaths and say to yourself to just let go your thoughts and relax. Now picture within your mind a giant mirror, this can be of any design you see fit so long as it is mirrored on one side and plain on the other. See it at first as facing you, so you are able to see your own reflection in it. Now with your mind swing it away from you so you only see the back and the reflective surface is facing out. With all your will tell yourself that this mirror will stay in place. It is a good practice throughout the day to attempt to see the mirror from time to time adding strength to it. Remember anything directed towards you, whether by accident, or by design will be repulsed and sent back to its sender. One thing I have developed from this technique is to turn it into a 2 way mirror so not only does it work as explained above but also means you can see who is directing all the negative energy at you. Energy Protection Technique Visualise yourself standing inside a large indigo crystal. Know that you are completely enclosed within its crystallized structure. Be aware that nothing may penetrate its thick walls, unless you allow it to. Indigo is the hue of the positive and protection, know this for it will serve you well in days to come. Now breathe in slowly and as you do see within your minds eye, that you are breathing in the colour and that this is becoming a part of you. On every in breath say within your mind these words. “I am breathing in the positive, strength and harmony. I am balanced.” On each out breath say these words within your mind. “I am breathing out all forms of the negative. I am cleansed and protected.” This simple technique will protect you against negative invasion and interference. Supreme Being Protection Use this technique whenever you feel the need for protection. Visualise a bright indigo light coming from far above your head and entering through your Crown Chakra area. See within your mind the light filling your entire being. Now whilst the light is flooding through you, say the following, or something similar. “I call for protection from the Mother/Father God principle that is the Supreme Being. I ask this in the name of the universal brethren of the light.” This will cause protection to be dispatched to you. Black Cloak Mantra Protection This technique is very useful if you feel you are in danger, or if you would rather go unnoticed in an area where you are known. This is often termed the cloak of invisibility in many of the ancient texts, people think of it as being physical rather than spiritual, but the end result is just as effective. As with all things of a magical nature the most important aspect to this technique is self belief. Believe and it will work for you. This technique is broken down into two distinct parts. 1) Imagine within your mind that you are wearing a black cloak, this covers you from above your head all the way down to the floor, and it has a large hood which covers your face. 2) While wearing your mental cloak of invisibility say the following mantra. “People leave me, let me be. I am nothing you can see". Repeat this continuously until the need, or danger is passed. This is a tried and trusted method and works amazingly well. Closing Down This is a very important stage with which we should all use at the end of our spiritual work. Failure to do this may leave you wide open to the spiritual realms which will lead you to becoming exhausted and drained and ungrounded. Here are a few simple techniques for you to try. Aura Light Running Close Down To do this simple closedown;. Make sure you are in a relaxed and comfortable position. Close your eyes and breathe slowly and deeply for a few minutes. Now visualise a violet light coming in through the top of your head and running down the entire length of your body stopping just under your feet. Now see the light flow back up above your head and as it reaches the top, bring it back down. Repeat this until it becomes seamless like a running rope light, or like a waterfall feature, where water flows down the front, is brought up the back and repeats the process until it is stopped. Once you have the light running, keep this going for about two minutes and then stop. This will not only close you down, but also acts as an aura cleansing technique. Chakra Flower Close Down Whilst in a relaxed position. Close your eyes and take three deep breaths very slowly. Now looking at the diagram above so as to understand the seven major Chakra points, visualise a flower of your choice at each of these areas. In the East it is often seen as a Lotus flower, some people use a rose, you could even theme a different kind of flower for each chakra colour, this does not matter as long as you use a flower of some description. Starting at the Crown and working your way down, picture the flower with its petals open, now see them close slowly. Once all the petals of the flower are closed up tight, move on to the next in line. Do this repeating the process with all seven. Once you have completed this with all of your Chakra centres you will have closed down yourself successfully. Monochrome Cloak This closing down technique was given to me by a guide named Michael who I had with me for a short while. This is actually an opening and closing exercise. To Open; Imagine a white cloak lined with violet silk in front of you, put it on, pull the hood over your head and say to yourself "I am protected from all negativity, I draw only positive energies to me and I am opening myself to the light". This will signal to the spirit world that you visible and willing to work with them. To Close; See before you a black cloak lined with violet silk, remove the white cloak and replace it with the black one, wrapping it tightly around you and drawing up the hood, say to yourself, "I am closing myself down to spirit, my work here is done, by wearing this cloak I am stepping back into the physical world and am invisible to spirit". Grounding Before beginning and when ending any form of spiritual work it is very important to ground yourself. Failure to do this may leave you feeling very disconnected and light-headed afterwards and an inability to concentrate in the physical world or be aware of psychic activity around you all the time which will leave you feeling drained and exhausted. It is also a firm signal that you have finished your work too. There are many ways to do this and techniques are there are people. It’s all a question of trying a few and see what works for you. Tree Grounding Technique Stand with legs hip width apart and arms outstretched. Close your eyes and breathe in through your nose very slowly to the count of 4, hold for a count of 4 and breathe out through your mouth for a count of 4. Now with your eyes still closed. Imagine within your mind that your body is a huge living tree. Your arms are its branches and your legs its roots. You stand upon the earth and picture your roots reaching deep into the centre of the planet. Your branches reach out to both sides and span the earth’s surface. Your head and shoulders tower above the world in space. Just hold this image, or if you find it hard to visualise, just hold it as a thought form for a few minutes. Once you feel relaxed open your eyes. This works very well and puts you in control once again. Water Grounding Technique Another quick way to ground yourself is by using water. Either hold your hands under running water or in extreme circumstances put your feet and hands in water. Taking a cool bath or shower is very effective also. This will discharge any electrical charges still running through your body. Crystal Grounding Technique You can also ground yourself by using crystals. Crystals hold so much power which can be harnessed and used in many ways. Crystals that are ideal for grounding are; Onyx Hematite Fire agate Smoky Quartz Magnetite Agate is also excellent for centering and stabilizing your aura. Clear Quartz is one to be avoided as this magnifies energy, raising it to its highest possible level. Sit quietly with your eyes closed and finish your meditation by holding one of the grounding crystals, feeling all the energy you have been working with drain into the crystal. These crystals can also be placed at your feet. I have a huge piece of smokey quartz use for this purpose. Atlantian Grounding Technique Taking three blue crystals, place these on the ground to form a triangle. Stand within the stones and hold your arms out to your sides forming a cross, legs together. Now say the following. “Solinistratus.” Three times and on the third time bring your arms slowly down to your sides. You will now be grounded and ready to resume your every day duties. 2 Earth Grounding Techniques Method 1 1 One of the quickest and easiest ways to ground yourself is by going outside, kneeling down and touching bare earth. This will discharge the energy into the earth; you may even feel this draining from you. Method 2 1 If possible stand outside or if not then visualise yourself stood on bare earth. In your mind’s eye see 2 roots growing out of the soles of your feet and if you are male 1 from your base chakra if you are female the 3rd one from your Sacral Plexus (Naval) 2 Visualise these 3 roots growing deep into the earth where they will attach to 3 huge Smokey quartz crystals. 3 Feel the crystal energy travel back up through the roots and into your body. As soon as your body has absorbed all the grounding energy it needs the roots will dissolve and you will be fully grounded.