How to Cleanse a Crystal

How to Cleanse a Crystal



Once you purchase a crystal it's important to cleanse it before using it. This removes any energy it gathered before being purchased and, in order to make it "yours," you must cleanse and re-charge it with your energy. Read on to learn more.







Things You'll Need:





Crystal




Bowl




Salt




Water









1


Place the crystal in a bowl of salt water for 24 hours. Add just enough salt so there's not a pile of it on the bottom of the bowl.





2


Dump the salt water and place the crystal back into the bowl. Place the bowl in a spot in your house where it can sit in the sunlight. Let it sit there for another 24 hours (this re-charges the crystal).





3


After re-charging it, place the crystal in your hands and let your energy flow into it. You can do this by cupping the crystal in both of your hands, closing your eyes and 'imagining' your energy flowing from your hands to the crystal.








Tips & Warnings










To house your crystal, place it in a bag made of natural fibers (i.e., leather).








If you want to use your crystal for something other than what you were originally using it for, cleanse and re-charge it first.








Never let anyone else touch your crystal! If this happens, cleanse your crystal and re-charge it with your energy.



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How to Clean Infected Wounds

How to Clean Infected Wounds



Many of us get hurt from time to time by falling down and scraping our hands and or knees, especially
children
. There are many things that can happen that will cause us to get hurt. In this article you will learn how to clean infected wounds using more natural resources.







Things You'll Need:





Papaya juice




Mallow root




Mallow leaves




Bandage




Comfrey leaves




Garlic cloves




Honey




Bread




Water









1


Wash the infected wounds with papaya juice and allow it to dry on the wounds. Papaya is beneficial to infected wounds.





2


Take a handful of mallow leaves and mallow roots and put it in a quart of water. Strain it and use it as a wash for wounds that are infected as well as inflamed. Be sure to wash the wound twice a day and put on a fresh bandage every time.





3


Put a few cloves of garlic and a few comfrey leaves into a blender. Add just a little honey to the garlic cloves and comfrey leaves. Blend well. Take the mixture and spread it on a slice of bread, placing it on the infected wound. Bandage it and repeat this process a few times a day. Make sure to clean the wound every time before applying a fresh piece of bread with the mixture spread onto it.








Tips & Warnings










Do not use any of the suggestions within this article if you are allergic to any of the ingredients listed.



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How to Give a Coffee Enema

How to Give a Coffee Enema



The controversial practice of colonics and enemas arguably aid in detoxification of the body and improve overall health. Stimulant chemicals in a coffee enema relax smooth muscles and help the body evacuate toxins, leading to better overall health. Many medical doctors warn against practices of this nature, while holistic and alternative medicine professionals have suggested them for years. Read on if you would like to know how to give a coffee enema.







Things You'll Need:





An enema bag




Stainless steel cooking pot




Organic, fully caffeinated coffee




Distilled water







Enema Preparation




1


Boil 1 quart of distilled water in a cooking pot.





2


Put 2 tbsp. of coffee into the water, and boil another five minutes.





3


Turn off the burner and let the coffee cool. The coffee should be around the temperature you would use for a baby's bottle before continuing. Try to let it achieve a comfortable body temperature.





4


Pour the coffee into the enema bag making sure no grounds end up in the bag. Allow the coffee to also fill the catheter tubing by loosening the clamp until all air has left the tubing.





5


Hang the enema bag about two feet off the floor. You want it only high enough to flow gently from the bag.



Enema Procedure




1


Lay down on the floor on your back or right side. Insert the catheter into your rectum a few inches.





2


Release the catheter clamp and allow half of the coffee to enter your rectum. Close the clamp sooner if you feel discomfort or fullness.





3


Hold the enema in for as long as you can, with a goal of 12 to 15 minutes. Remove the catheter and empty your bowels when the urge hits. You can empty your bowels sooner than the 12 to 15 minute goal if you feel the urge. Repeat this step with the remaining coffee, using no more than 2 cups at a time.





4


Rinse out or throw away the enema bag when you are done. Clean the bag with boiling water or peroxide if you plan to use it again.








Tips & Warnings










If necessary, use a non-petroleum lubricant to ease insertion of the catheter into the rectum.








Lying on an old towel keeps you from dirtying furniture or carpet that would be more difficult to clean.








Do not use this information as an alternative to consulting a medical professional. It is meant for informational purposes only.








Stop the process immediately and consult your doctor if you experience any adverse reactions.








Coffee enemas are not recommended for pregnant women or people with a caffeine addiction.








Perform a coffee enema no more than once a week.



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How to Get the Most Out of Your Professional Massage.

How to Get the Most Out of Your Professional Massage.



Whether you've never had a massage from a professional therapist, or you're a regular consumer, you'll find here some helpful tips on getting the most out of your session.







Things You'll Need:





your communication skills and your honesty









1


The first thing to understand about massage is that it is a holistic health modality. Even if you're just getting a "relaxation" massage or a "fluff and buff" as it's called in the industry, your session can have health consequences that can affect your entire body. With this in mind, one should always be VERY HONEST about how one fills out the client intake form that the spa or establishment requires of you. There are specific reasons why these questions are asked. You may have a health condition that is contraindicated for massage.





2


This means if you have any infection or even a mild cold, note it! Massage is a vasodilator, which means that it increases blood flow in your body. Which means if you have an infection, or are sick with a cold, the illness could be spread throughout your body. Too, you risk infecting not only your therapist when you come to your appointment with a contagious illness, but also anyone else he/she might work on for the rest of the day. If you're ill or have an infection, reschedule your appointment when the health issue has passed.





3


So now you're on the table drifting off to the sounds of meditation music, when suddenly it feels like your therapist is driving a jackhammer into your back. Should you just lie there and take it, or should you say something? SAY something! A massage is only as good as the trust and communication between client and therapist. Your therapist should be asking you how different pressure feels to you during the course of your session. You should be answering him/her honestly. If you want deeper pressure, say so. Too hard? Say so. Don't just answer fine when asked if everything is ok. Because if you don't tell the therapist your likes or dislikes, what hurts, what doesn't, then they're never going to know any different. And you're not going to get the most our of your massage.





4


If you feel you have properly communicated your wishes to your therapist and they do not comply, it is perfectly ok to ask him/her to stop. It's nothing personal, it's simply a mismatch. Talk to the manager and let them know that you would like to reschedule your appointment with a different therapist. If you have stopped a session before your time was fully up, request that the rescheduled appointment be either free of charge, or at a reduced cost. Let the manager know why you are changing therapists.





5


Remember, the best way to enjoy your massage session and reap it's many benefits is to communicate as openly as possible.








Tips & Warnings










Unsure where to start looking for a therapist? Ask your friends for referrals. But remember that, just because your best friend thinks the world of this therapist, doesn't mean they'll be a good match for you. Massage is highly personal. The best client/therapist relationships are based on trust and great communication.



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How to Get Certified in Rolfing

How to Get Certified in Rolfing



Rolfing is a non-invasive form of body work that helps people create more balance in their movements. More than 1 million people have received rolfing work from one of the 1,360 certified Rolfers throughout the United States and 26 countries. To get certified in rolfing, follow these steps.









1


Understand that the Rolf Institute is the only rolfing certifying body. While other organizations may offer "Structural Integration" courses, only Rolf graduates will be permitted to refer to themselves as Certified Rolfers or Rolf Movement Practitioners. There are no online programs of study or certification; this is a hands-on discipline. Rolfing students can expect the basic certification program to last 18 months to 2 years.





2


Have at least a basic knowledge of anatomy and kinesiology and an understanding of the value of therapeutic touch before starting Rolf training. You'll be required to provide transcripts of prior education and an essay detailing your desire and ability to complete the course.





3


Start with a six-week intensive course called "Foundations of Rolfing Structural Integration," also known as "Unit I," if you have no prior bodywork experience or training. There is a separate Unit 1 option of 87 hours advanced training for those with some experience in body work.





4


Complete either version of Unit I. Accumulate 50 hours of "Skillful Touch Massage" practice on clients and get a passing grade on the Rolfing Institute of Structural Integration (RISI) Life Sciences Exam. You also must experience 10 sessions of Rolfing work and 5 Rolf Movement Integration sessions from a certified Rolfing practitioner. Students may not enroll in Unit II until at least 3 months after completing Unit I. Their bodies need a chance to integrate after their own rolfing sessions.





5


Continue to Unit II, which entails 8 weeks of extensive training called "Embodiment of Rolfing and Rolf Movement Integration."





6


Pursue Unit III, another 8-week period of training, called "Clinical Applications of Rolfing Theory." During this training, students work on clients while under the supervision of instructors. Training includes general skills necessary for the student to develop their own Rolfing practice. Once this unit is completed, students graduate as Certified Rolfers.





7


Tie it all up after the basic certification program with an additional 144 hours of training called "Rolf Movement Integration Certification."
Once a graduate has 3 years experience in Rolfing practice, he may enroll in the 168-hour training called, "Advanced Rolfing Training Certification." Throughout the practitioner's career, there will be continuing education requirements to maintain association with the Rolfing Institute.








Tips & Warnings










A directory of Certified Rolfers can be found at the Rolf Institute website. Practitioners not certified by the Rolfing Institute use the term, "Structural Integration" to refer to their work.



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How to Get a Swedish Massage

How to Get a Swedish Massage



You've decided to get a Swedish massage, but aren't sure how to find a licensed massage therapist who can do the best job for the money. Just follow the steps below to find out where and how to get a Swedish massage.









1


Decide which type of Swedish massage therapy that you want. If you're new to massage therapy, seek out a lighter form. If you're an athlete, a
sports
massage will enhance your performance. If time is a factor, a short chair massage may be just what you're looking for.





2


Use the Internet or your local phone directory to locate Swedish Massage therapists. Call or investigate several. Ask questions about the type of massage given, the cost, the qualifications of the masseuse and any medical problems you may have.





3


Be aware that most massage therapists doing private sessions ask that you disrobe for your massage. However, you will be fully covered by a sheet at all times, with only the part of your body receiving the massage exposed. If you aren't comfortable with this, tell the massage therapist and ask for options before your appointment.





4


Schedule an appointment. Arrive a few minutes early to complete paperwork and prepare for your massage.





5


Enjoy the luxury of the massage.








Tips & Warnings










Frequently, a masseuse provides conversation to relax you. If you want a massage without conversation, mention to the Swedish massage therapist that you would prefer no conversation during the session.



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How to Get a Rolfing Massage

How to Get a Rolfing Massage



If you feel achy after a long day cramped in the same position or a period of stress, it may be time to get a massage. A Rolfing massage is especially effective for pains created by physical trauma or habitual ways of holding your body.









1


Find a competent, certified Rolfing Massage Therapist who makes you feel comfortable (see "How to Choose a Rolfing Practitioner" under Related eHows).





2


Check the price of the therapists in your area. Some areas charge over $100 per hour per session for Rolfing. This isn't that high when you consider the the cost of their training and the specialized service you're receiving.





3


Expect about 10 sessions. Decide after your first treatment whether you feel that Rolfing was of benefit to you. That will help you plan for additional treatments in your budget.





4


Practice diligently the exercises the Rolfing Therapist gives you. Part of the program is retraining the body with these exercises. You must be willing to do your part to start to feel better.





5


Prepare to feel whole again as the Rolfer not only works to liberate muscles that are bound improperly, but also realign your body so it works with the gravitational pull of the Earth, instead of against it.


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