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Smudging is a sacred art. The word “smudging” comes from “smudge,” which is English in origin. However, the term has been used widely to refer to the smudging ceremonies of Indigenous peoples, in which sacred herbs and medicines are burned as part of a ritual, or for cleansing or health purposes. The art of smudging is an ancient spiritual ritual for purification, dispelling negative energy and improving mood.  Spiritual Side of Smudging: Smudging is a ceremonial practice that holds significant cultural and spiritual importance for many Indigenous peoples in Canada. Incense is still used today in the Roman Catholic Church and other religions for purification.  Native elders teach that the smoke of dried sage clears negative energy and restores harmony.  Sage, sweetgrass or tobacco is burned in the shell, with the feather used to guide the fragrant smoke around a person.  Called smudging, it's a daily practice for many Dakota and Ho-Chunk people. For Native American...

Chirmi is a Rajasthani language word for Abrus precatorius / Jequirity.  Botanical name: Abrus precatorius Linn. Family: Fabaceae (Papilionaceae)  Classical name: Gunja Sanskrit names: Vanavasini, Kakachinja, Rakthika, Krishnala, Durmeha, Bahurvirya . Accordign to Vedic Texts Keeping Red Chirmi/Gunja Seeds attracts wealth to the Person. Keeping 51 Gunja Beads in Wallet or Locker or Jewel box or Cash Box said to attract Wealth. Chirmi beads are considered as very lucky from ancient times. Wealth holds at the place where these beads are kept.  Better known as Rosary pea, Crab's eye and popularly known as Gunja in Hindi, Abrus precatorius is a slender, climbing herb with peculiar bright red seeds. It can be found growing over shrubs, trees and hedges.  Chirmi seeds are found in the forests of Aravali Hills, Rajasthan. They symbolize Goddess Lakshmi and it is said that the wearer is blessed with wealth, prosperity and harmony. It is commonly said that the beads select ...

Feeding a stray cat and forming a bond through play can be a source of profound joy and companionship but according to astrology, feeding cats is considered a positive act that can attract protection , reduce negative karma , and enhance financial stability .  Cats are believed to absorb negative energy and neutralize it through their purring. The frequency of a cat's purr, which is typically between 25 and 150 Hertz, is thought to have a calming effect on humans and can help reduce stress and anxiety .  In astrology, cats are often associated with the planet Venus , representing qualities like beauty, love, and creativity, and are considered to bring positive energy to a home, particularly enhancing the feminine aspects of a household.  Some believe owning a cat can help reduce negative effects and boost intuition, with black cats sometimes linked to transformation and karma, while white cats are associated with psychic abilities . Cats are often associated with femin...

The Aparajita flower is associated with Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva in Hindu mythology. Aparajita, meaning "unconquerable" in Sanskrit, symbolizes victory, success and spiritual growth. Its blue color represents infinity, tranquility and wisdom. It evokes the colors of our crown and third eye chakras - a brilliant blend of blue and purple hues. The Aparajita flower is also known as the "flower of heaven" or butterfly pea flower. It is used for home decor and to worship deities. It can also be used for astrological remedies to attract wealth, prosperity, and good fortune. ASTROLOGICAL REMEDIES OF APARAJITA FLOWER  WEALTH: Offer five Aparajita flowers to Goddess Lakshmi to attract wealth. After a couple of hours, keep the flowers in your locker. Offer Aparajita flowers to Hanuman  ji to ensure that you never have a shortage of money.  PROSPERITY: Grow Aparajita plants at home to attract prosperity. Sow the seeds on Thursday or Friday as these days are dedicated to L...

Bay leaf burning is an ancient tradition that some believe helps with issues like anxiety. Whether you're seeking stress relief , spiritual cleansing , or simply a delightful fragrance , the act of burning bay leaves can add a touch of mystique and well-being to your home.  Bay leaves contain substances like linalol and eucalyptol that help to relax the central nervous system and relief stress and anxiety . For this, you burn the bay leaves and let the smoke fill the room. Breathe deeply in this smoke for 10 minutes, and you will find that your brain is feeling lighter than before.  The scent and oils of the bay leaf will help you relax. A 2021 study investigated the effect of inhaling burning bay leaves on cognitive function in rats. The study suggested that this practice may be useful for improvement in cognitive function, neuroprotection, and anxiety relief. If you've been struggling to find a method to combat chronic fatigue, start sleeping with this spice under your pill...

Emerald stone (also known as Panna stone in Sanskrit) is a gemstone and a variety of the mineral beryl colored green by trace amounts of chromium or sometimes vanadium. Beryl has a hardness of 7.5–8 on the Mohs scale. Emerald is a very beautiful and stunning stone and it is categorized in the top three stones of the world along with Ruby and Sapphires.  HEALING PROPERTIES OF EMERALD  Emerald is called the stone of eternal love and this also feeds into unconditional love too. It's a  crystal  that calls to the heart and clears out any weight or dark energy that could be clogging up your emotional system.  Emerald helps you control anger, short temper and unprovoked action. Emerald is said to promote friendship, peace, harmony, and domestic bliss by enabling the wearer to both give and receive unconditional love.  Emerald also helps improve communication skills and has healing properties for skin and ear problems, as well as speech-related disorders. Emerald...

Color therapy, also known as chromotherapy, is based on the idea that color and colored lights may help improve physical and mental health. In today's fast-paced world, where stress and anxiety have become commonplace, color therapy offers a unique and accessible way to bring balance, harmony, and a sense of calm into our lives.  Colour therapy is a complementary therapy and not an alternative to medical care.  HISTORY OF COLOR THERAPY  The history of color medicine is as old as that of any other medicine. Phototherapy (light therapy) was practiced in ancient Egypt, Greece, China and India.  Chromotherapy in Ancient Egypt: The Egyptians utilized sunlight as well as color for healing. Color has been investigated as medicine since 2000 BC.  According to ancient Egyptian mythology, the art of chromotherapy was discovered by the god Thoth. In the hermetic traditions, the ancient Egyptians and Greeks used colored minerals, stones, crystals , salves and dyes as reme...