Let's Spiritually Start . . . with the Basics

Lori Henry
Jul 17, 2020
3 min read

So let's get started . . . Spiritually Started!

I want to begin with the basics of a Spiritual practice and what it is you may want to include in that practice, after all, that is what our subscription boxes is all about - supporting you on your journey of self-discovery & finding that inner wisdom we have been ashamed to develop or told we had now power to tap into.

I began my inner journey about 20 years ago when I visited Sedona, AZ for the first time (I have to say - THE. MOST. MAGICAL. PLACE. EVER!) When I lived in Tempe in 1998, I took a day trip to Sedona and it wasn't just absolutely breath-taking, but the ENERGY that I felt was nothing I had ever experienced before. The high-vibing buzz carried me through the day, but it was the energy shift that took place within me, and my soul was never the same again. THIS, my new friends, is what WE want to share with you as a company. So let's get started with the BASICS.

THE ELEMENTS.

The elements are magical tools we can use in our practice. They are extremely powerful forces of nature and the building blocks of life.If you want to use these elements it is important to become more familiar with them.

AIR - East - Spring - Yellows - Communication - Joy - Creativity - Clarity

Air can be used in our spiritual practice to mind and all mental activity. If you are trying to set an intention or want clarity around topics of freedom, travel, ideas, intellect, movement, or imagination, Air is the element to use while setting this intention.

Tools: Incense, feathers, wand, bells or chimes

FIRE - South - Summer - Reds/Oranges - Sexuality - Energy - Destruction - Courage

While Fire can cleanse and purify, it can also destruct. This element governs passion, desire, intensity, and intuition. While Fire brings energy and motivation, it can get out of control and cause chaos if we aren't careful. If you desire courage or strength in a situation use the Fire element to bring that to you.

Tools: Candles, lamps, burned herbs

WATER - West - Autumn. - Blues - Emotions - Intuition - Deep Feelings - Love - Reflection

When dealing with our feelings, dreams, love, and the subconscious use Water to assist you in gaining clarity or managing these areas. Water can purify, heal, and remove stagnant energy if you are feeling the need to rectify something in your physical or energetic level.

Tools: Sea shells, cup, small cauldron, salt water

EARTH - North - Winter - Greens/Browns - Grounding - Wisdom - Death/Rebirth - Healing

Earth is the most closely linked element to our physical being. This element is linked to money, business, loyalty, and anything related to our physical being. The Earth element stands for stability, growth, the feminine being of the Mother Goddess or Gaia. It helps us draw our attention to our limitations and responsibilities in our life journey. Earth is a receptive energy and it allows us to do the shadow work to improve our inner being; it allows for rebirth.

Tools: Salt, crystals, wood, plants/flowers

Ether {SPIRIT}- Present in all things - White/Black - Divine Intelligence - Universal Energy -

Ether is all things art, music, healing, magic; it is the force that unites all the elements. We call on Ether or Spirit to connect us to our high self or a higher power. We all define Spirit differently, so take time to define YOUR Ether; then utilize this element to manifest change. You can feel Spirit in your Crown chakra, located at the top of your head. I refer to Ether as bright white or golden light that can be visualized when sitting in silence.

Tools: Chalice, bowl, cauldron, or any personal symbol you choose

Personally, I used Reiki symbols and visualize light.

So, what do I do with this information you ask? Well you begin using these elements each day to begin a spiritual practice!

A spiritual practice can take place first thing in the morning (ideally this is the BEST time because it sets the tone for your day, and it is why we are calling our first subscription box the Spiritual Start Box .)

This way you can start your day or your practice with the items in this box

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you can take a mid-day break

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make your practice a bedtime ritual, whatever works best for YOU!