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It is rightly said that “thinking you can is, half the work done”. The mantra which is applicable for our everyday lives is also applicable on our working of the chakras. When we fill our mind with positive thoughts and ideas, it automatically commences working in that direction. Making your self believe that “you can” is what the most vital task is.

Similarly, in the case of chakra balancing, it is important to fill ourselves with positive vibes. This can be done by saying phrases to us either during meditation, in front of the mirror or anywhere. Different affirmations for different chakras are as follows:

1. Root chakra:

“I know that I belong here and that I am safe”, “I admire my feet because they support me”, “it is safe for me to enjoy my life now”, “I can take risks for what I think is right”, “life is good and I am a life enhancer”.

1. Sacral chakra:

“I trust myself and my actions”, “I am perfect in myself”, “I am in control of my sexuality”, and “it is perfectly okay to indulge in pleasure”, “I have faith in the process of life”.

1. Solar plexus chakra:

“I trust in love and life”, “I am worthy of all the good things”, “I deserve my own self love”, “I listen to my deepest insights”, “I avoid judgment and let my life flow”.

1. Heart chakra:

“I believe in the process of love”, “I acknowledge self love”, “I forgive myself”, “I believe in the decision of the heart and I follow its path”, “I love everything about myself”.

1. Throat chakra:

“I am able to voice my opinions” , “I feel whole and complete”, “I willingly kicked my bad habits”, “I am ready to explore my field of love”, “I am safe and I am able to express my feeling now”.

1. Third eye chakra:

“I pay head to my deepest thoughts and intuition”, “I am imaginative and I believe in my ability”, “I live in the truth of my grace, beauty and intelligence”, “I draw what I love and save it for myself”, “I trust god and his decisions”, “I am open to new ideas, views and people”.

1. Crown chakra:

“Love is eternal and free”, “I am looked after”, “I am worthy of being loved and cared for”, “I acknowledge the source of love within myself”, “I am protected, guided and safe”, “love makes me free”, “I am willing to move ahead in life”.

Spreading positive ideas and making ourselves believe our motives help us in chakra balancing. By saying these affirmation to ourselves out loud, it psychologically makes us think that we are already halfway though our goal.

As per the dictionary, a crown is the top of a head, society, hill etc or a governing body. Similarly, the top or the ruling chakra of the body is called the crown chakra. Placed at serial number seven, it connects us to a higher-self, a universal power or God, as we call it. It acts as a shielding body which looks after all the other chakras under it. The other chakras can only function properly when the crown chakra is working properly. In other words, it is the lever which sets other chakras in motion. This chakra is often pictured as a thousand petals lotus flower. It provides us with a spiritual gateway for our higher self. It also controls our head and nervous system. In Sanskrit language, it is accredited as “Sahasrara” and is associated with the color violet.

So why this chakra does possesses such importance? The answer is hidden in the benefits it provides us with. When the crown chakra is in harmony, it forms a passageway for us to connect to a higher self, a higher power or god. In modern language, its perfect health keeps our ''head straight''. It stimulates our right to aspire and acquire more. A harmonious crown chakra allows for an extended awareness on an emotional level and shows that one has attained peace with God, oneself and the universe, as a whole. This allows inner peace and happiness.

However, if the crown chakra falls out of harmony, it is bound to surround us with thorns of problems. The routine or working of the other chakras is thrown out of balance. For instance, if Sun stops rotating, then all the planets, that are dependent on it, will go haywire and collide into each other causing destruction. Similarly, the crown chakra acts as the Sun of the body, which’s ill-working can cause major destruction in the body. A feeling of abandonment fills us a person since he/she start thinking that their spiritual guide has stopped communicating with them. There is a lack of confidence and desire to achieve. The grave results of an unbalanced crown chakra can be depression, mental illness, epilepsy, Parkinson’s and bone or genetic disorders.

Now the question arises, how to save oneself from falling prey to the ill-health of the chakra. Various methods have been provided by spiritual experts to help one curb the imbalance of crown chakra. Meditation, yoga asanas and prayer target the magnetic field of the chakra and stimulate its movements.

Other than that, using violet colored objects like violet colored clothes, bangles, bags or consuming edibles of such color also helps in maintaining its harmony.

Since the governing body affects the working and functioning of the body, its health is of prime concern. Therefore, one should be alert about the working of the crown chakra and if encountered with any problem, must get it diagnosed.

You must have heard many people talk and discuss about the 7 chakras, but ever wondered what is so important about them? There are numerous books about them, television programs, CDs; self help programs, but why? Some of us know only know that they provide us energy and that's it. Just knowing the outline of them is not enough. We need to dig deeper so that we exactly know which part is in deficiency of energy and work on it.

By learning about the different benefits that each of the 7 chakras provides us, we help our selves in a great way. There are varieties of benefits which get infused in us due to the proper functioning of the chakras. These are:

Root chakra: Located at the base of the spine it keeps a person grounded. It fills up a person with a sense of security and being at home. A healthy root chakra enables a person to provide himself with the basic necessities of life with practical, logical and rational thinking.

Sacral chakra: The second of the 7 chakras is the sacral chakra. This chakra rules our sexual abilities and creativity. A balances sacral chakra offers us self respect, self esteem, confidence in one’s actions and a sense of freedom.

Solar plexus chakra: The third chakra is located at the just above the navel. This chakra is associated at providing with a sense of power, authority and ego. Due to this chakra, we are able to stand and fight for ourselves.

Heart chakra: The heart chakra is located at the centre of the chest. Our sense of love and compassion are stimulated by this chakra. In addition to that, limitless understanding, forgiveness and empathy are also infused in us.

Throat chakra: This chakra is situated at the centre of the throat. This chakra is our communicative gateway. It is only due to this chakra that we are able to voice our opinions, views and ideas. It allows us to express our feelings which help us in conveying our thoughts in a proper and understandable manner.

Third eye chakra: The third eye chakra posses the tasks as per its name. It provides us with a great sense of intuition and imagination. Following that, our creative projects improve manifold and one could easily witness a steep rise in his/her performance at work.

Crown chakra: The crown chakra is located at the top of the head. When our crown chakra is healthy, it connects us with the energies of the spiritual guide. We feel secured, loved and important. It also loads us with immense amount of confidence which helps us in conquering all the difficulties with an ease.

There is a lot more that the 7 chakras provide us than just transferring energies. Their benefits to us are enormous and it swells their importance for us.

Remembering names can be a tricky task. This is evidently true when the social circle of a person gets bigger by interacting with people, or there are simply too many names in common for one to remember. One of the simplest ways to remember names is to pay close attention when a name is being introduced. It will be beneficial for one to repeat the name over and over again for a few times to lock the memory firmly in the human brain. If one forgets, simply ask for the name from that person again and repeat the steps.

There are times when verbalized repeating of names is just inadequate enough to remember. Do ask for a name card from the person or write down the name on a piece of paper three times. This method is to memorize names by visualizing pictures. It must be done as soon as possible after meeting the person.

One of the fascinating methods is to remember the names of persons by drawing a connection with the person's hobby or employment. For example, John the nurse, Mary the butcher, Joan the chef etc. It will help tremendously in reinforcing memory.

Writing down names, by far, is one of the most effective methods of remembering names, especially in a social gathering. It is an extremely successful method that does not require a lot of effort from a person. All one needs is a personal diary/notebook, pen and a name card holder. Using mnemonic devices and strategies can help in boosting memory and expanding one's mind capacity in remembering additional information.

It pays to connect names with common words that can help one to form a distinctive linkage. For example, Cherie for cherry, Bill for pills, Candace for candy etc. This will significantly enhance a person's ability to remember people's names better.

Forgetting a person's name not only embarrass but will make one cringe standing next to the person and drawing a blank look on the face. Many business plans, romantic dates and even friendships foiled because of the inability to recall names. Thus, such mistakes in a face-to -face situation can set one apart. Single syllable American names, for example, Bill, Jack, Ken, can cause confusion as these names can get blended together in the brains and easily be dismissed.

In a summary, there are tricks in remembering names. In fact, mastering just one or two tricks is already proficient enough to handle most names in one's memory capacity. The problem is that most people tend to be over immersed in themselves when names are being introduced to them. Either one is too obsessed with setting a favorable first impression or simply not paying attention at that moment. When one first hear a new name, he or she will be too emotionally or visually involved in the new person, thinking that this may help in remembering the person's name better. However, this is not true. A person's mind floats away at that crucial moment will find it extremely difficult to recall the name even seconds later. Therefore, it pays to master the tricks to safeguard one's interests.

Proper relaxation techniques allow one to relax the mind and body. It has healing purposes that are unknown to many people. Since the ancient times, Man has adopted many methods of relaxation techniques, such as, herbal bath, meditation, chanting etc. These methods help to relieve stress and maintain one’s health to the optimal state. Modernizations of Man lead to revolution in one’s lifestyle as well as impacting life with stress and problems. There are numerous challenges ahead, and over time, stress builds up in one's body causing one to develop illness and health related problems such as, heart diseases, stroke and high blood pressure. Therefore, it is extremely beneficial to adopt relaxation methods as part of preventive measures against sickness. There are benefits associated with it, as well.

Some of the common relaxation techniques include massaging, warm bath, relaxation music and meditation. Meditation, in particular, allows one to relaxes and combat stress by keeping the mind off stressful thoughts and worries.

One of the most common way of relieving stress is by using an easy breathing technique. Make sure that one sets aside at least ten minutes of free time to do this exercise. Start by breathing in gently and slowly, while monitoring the breathing rate and heart beat. A few quiet moments of this calming exercise should be adequate. This method creates a powerful and influencing effect on human minds. When a person breathes in, one is inhaling inner peace and serenity. When a person breathes air, all worries and stresses are exhaled away from the body.

One of the instant relaxation techniques is to realize a need to create a time solely for one self. One needs to know the importance of living in the present moment. Living in the past and grieving about what had happened will only add to one's sorrows. Worrying about the future, on the other hand, only add anxiety to one's worries. Thus, one should only need to be concerned about the present moment. Living it to the fullest and making the best of every moment leaves no regrets and stress on the future.

Value productivity and not procrastination is another method of relaxation. Relaxing does not necessary means doing nothing. One can relax by planning ahead systematically by drafting a task list or a timetable. Arrange critical tasks to be completed first. The person will realize he or she can complete the tasks in a timely and relaxing manner without being stressed.

Changing one's routine lifestyle is as good as relaxing oneself. If one finds him or herself to be repeating an endless routine every day, it will be beneficial to do something different for a change. Good examples such as taking up a hobby, improving on diet, exercising is recommended. After adopting the changes, the person will feel relaxed and ready for future challenges. Even a small change in one day to day life will be essential in order to get away from the monotony and frustration that one experiences.

Distance healing provides an insightful knowledge on effective healing by absence of traveling from one place to another. Also commonly known as Energy Healing, it can be accomplished without having to visit any clinics or hospitals. Praying is the fundamental element of distance healing sessions, being the simplest yet most effective method ever known.

The healing session begins with the healer sensing the energy field of the patient that is receiving the healing. The effectiveness of the healing has the same effect as if the patient is physically present with the healer in the same room. It sounds unbelievable and too amazing to be true, but there are concrete facts to support the evidences. From a scientific point of view, remote healing sessions are conducted by means of transferring energy sources from the healer to the patient.

This can be further illustrated by a satellite, which represents the healer as the main source of sensory station. Once it senses the weakness energy field of the patient, it transfers strong magnetic waves across the field to strengthen the body constitution.The waves are similar to radio waves which travels at great speed and time. The Holographic Universe by Talbot describes this incredible phenomenon of remote healing. This concept can be very abstract and difficult to understand unless one has actually undergone the healing process and experiences the unified feeling of healing through space. However, it can be simplified as telepathy healing to a certain extent as this type of treatment needs no barrier and distance.

An energy healer in this sense can actually sense the energy level of the client and decide on various diagnosis treatments. If the energy level is determined to be weak, energy will be transferred from the healer to the client. There are cases that the clients may have existing illnesses, thus, the healer will have to perform direct healing treatments on the affected area in the body. The healer will first identify the affected organ or part and perform healing processes. It is all about sensing and aiming at the correct spot to start the healing treatment.

Many practitioners of remote healing believe in balancing the energy fields in one's mind, body and soul. Riki or healing by touch is alternatives that can be offered to one who is interested to try remote healing. These sessions also can be done at a distance without the client having to travel extensively to the practitioner's clinic. Since the ancient times, people have turned to remote healing as an alternative source of hope, especially when medical science no longer has the cure for them.

In the light of modern science, distant healing revives ancient understanding of remote healing, thus, methods of healing are rediscovered and formulated over time. Healers who are gifted with ultra-sensitive sensory are given opportunity to utilize their talents in performing sessions for the patients to give a new ray of light in modern science. Distant healing is, therefore, also a new, holistic approach of cure.

Negative energy makes one’s day depressing and stressed up. This is a non-arguable fact. It is impossible to remove negative sources from one's life because this is part of human life experiences. Life has its ups and downs, thus; one cannot expect things to run smoothly without any barriers in life. However, if the presence of negative energy is disturbing enough to cause unnecessary stress and grief in one’s everyday life, then appropriate measures have to be taken to curb the problem.

Since the ancient times, Man has tried many different ways of removing negative forces that are causing harm and distress through a range of methods. It can be traditional ways of performing different rituals or by means of chanting or praying.

As time passes, the advancement of modern technology allows Man to adopt methods that are more scientifically proven to remove negative forces. This will include methods such as, meditation, chanting spells, healing sessions, burning incense and hypnosis. However, there are simply times that the forces get some incredibly strong that nothing can work. This may require new interventions to prevent the negative forces from spewing forth. Most importantly, one needs to keep a clear state of mind in order to rationalize and maintain one’s sanity.

One of the most popular methods of removing negative energies is by means of performing a cleansing ritual for oneself. One has to prepare the necessary items, such as, precious stones and incense blends to increase the chances of success of the ritual. After which, one has to find a quiet spot to sit down and meditate. Just imagine oneself as an empty vessel that is filled with dirty air and needs to be cleaned up. One has to chant and remind oneself that the dirty air is being filtered out. Envision that the body is replaced by the clean air, and one feels purified and cleanse from the top of the head to tip of the toe. The negative energies had left the body and disappear in the air, which signifies that one’s problems have also been resolved for good. One should trust and use his or her senses to feel for the positive, clean air which is there to stay indefinitely in the body. As for the last stage the person may want to stay in the exact spot for a while longer. This is because, at this time, the mind will trouble, stress free and able to think of solutions with a clear picture. Most people will be filled with happiness with a sense of peace and serenity. The sense of grief will be replaced by clearer, calmer thoughts, and one will find oneself stronger, and calmer to brave through the barriers and unhappiness in one’s life. Removing negative energies, thus, is beneficial both to the human mind and body. While there may be several methods widely available in the market or online resources, one has to find the method that suits the person most in order to succeed.

All of us has limited time concentration span. Focusing on studying can be a tedious chore, especially if one does not like the subject nature of the task. However, there are simply times that we have to keep things going and finish up the work given to us. Thus, it pays to seek alternatives to help one concentrate better. Although it remains a fact that there are readily available methods that are viable, not all will suit everyone’s needs. Human beings are all distinctive individuals. One method that can fit an individual perfectly may not be suitable for another person. The fantastic news is concentration is somewhat comparable to mastering the skills of learning to ride a bicycle.

Once a person has perfected the skills, chances are it will be highly unlikely to be forgotten. The biggest barrier is to convince a person to acknowledge and identify the problem early. It can be a tedious task to make a person believe that focusing skills can be acquired. Stereotyping proved to be the largest barrier that hinders one from curbing the problem. Humans tend to believe that it is tough to focus but little do they realize the full potential of the human brain. Many people know that only a certain percentage out of the total capacities of the human mind is utilized in one’s entire lifetime. The human brain has ability to concentrate on doing a task. However, it will be difficult if one’s mind tells the body that it does not like the task. Therefore, one has to like the subject in order to focus on studying. This is the fundamental stage before other alternatives can be discussed and resolved.

Hence, many will agree that it is much easier to focus on something that one prefers or enjoys doing, such as, favorite hobbies, reading comics, watching TV etc. On the other hand, one will, find it a torture to concentrate on studying for exams, working on school projects and studying a company’s financial report. This is the reality of life that one has to recognize and identify it as a part of everyday lives.

Other common barriers includes, work stress, lifestyle changes and prioritizing on any other things than studying. It will be difficult to focus if one does not think its urgent enough to study for it. Likewise, stress from work or personal life can have a significant impact on focusing. One will be too occupied with other issues rather concentrate on what is written in the books. However, barriers can be also due to leisure purposes, for example, preoccupied on the phone or watching television. These are to sum up on the fact that most popular and probably only way in focusing better in studying is to change the stereotyping of a person. Once this is achieved, it will be much easier to adopt other methods to keep up the momentum in the long run. There will also be lesser chances of failing to concentrate.

Stress is a necessary element in life. Without stress is almost equivalent to losing motivation and drive. However, excessive stress can cause damaging effects to the human body. The human body reacts to an overwhelming level of stress by putting up a ' FIGHT or FLIGHT' response in order to counterbalance the chemical imbalances in our body. This heightened state of excessive stress can be damaging thus relaxation a technique are here to counterbalance the harmful effects of stress and brings the level down to a safe state of equilibrium.

Many people have the misconception that sitting on the sofa watch TV or snacking during breaks provides relief in stress. This is not true. Relaxation techniques are necessary in providing maximum stress management. However not all techniques are suitable for everyone. Some may have great effects on one particular method while others may find the other method not useful at all. Reason being we are all different, so does our body reacts to different healing techniques of stress management. One alternative recommended by experts is to combine or alternate different techniques to keep a person motivated. In fact, this is the only ways that enabling one to find out which methods work the best for you.

One of the most popular methods is the deep breathing technique. This technique requires deep breaths from the abdomen instead of taking shallow, quick breaths. The rationale is to induce more oxygen into the lungs and chest. The more oxygen the body gets, the calmer the person will be. Breathe out from the mouth and nose slowly and try to inhale maximum air so that that is an obvious movement of rises and falls in your lower abdomen. Do a slow count. Maintain an upright sitting position throughout. You can choose to lie on the floor if it's too difficult to breathe through the abdomen.

Practicing mindfulness cultivation by means of meditation can help in relaxation as well. It is typically used in relieving stress by focusing one's attention from unpleasant problems to present issues by diverting it to a single repetitive action, for example, repeated breathing, speaking and some simple actions in order to release inner thoughts and negative sensations. It is crucial to maintain a good posture and quite position that is free from disturbances. Get yourself into a comfortable position so that you won't find yourself fidgeting around and getting more frustrated. Note for a point of focus, which can be just a feeling or by pure imagination. It can be in the form of verbalized words or mere objects so long to keep your attention focused onto the focal point and not getting distracted during the meditation. One however may choose to keep eyes open or shut during the session. It is important to keep an non critical and observant attitude during meditation. Do not be distracted by external worries or too self focused (worry about own progression), it can make your efforts go wasted. However, it is essential to know that if these thoughts are disturbing and persistent, it will be wise not to fight them back. Simply just divert your attention back to the focus point.