Elements For A Healthier Life Magazine Issue 06 | October 2016 | Page 45

We are surrounded with Mother Nature’s beautiful presence, and she showcases her grandeur for us in many ways. Every fall she shows us how to let go. As we align with Mother Nature, we discover that the days are shortening and the weather is cooling. This is an indication to begin another journey. It is time to slow down and internally prepare for the long, dark, cold winter months. The varieties of green leaves begin to turn other colors. Some may turn brown. Most will transform into a vibrant yellow, orange or red.

When you go on a nature walk, I challenge you to see what autumn color is seeking you. I believe this is Mother Nature’s gentle reminder for us to delve into which part of our own energy might need attention-what is presently surfacing or what is preparing for a deeper exploration.

Yellow represents the Solar Plexus Chakra. This is your own personal power center/warrioress and space for personal transformation. Is there a piece of you that may be knowingly or unknowingly calling for your attention? A way to strengthen your inner fire is to set clear desires and intentions. Do not be afraid of them. Set them and stay accountable to yourself.

“A step is a step no matter how small.”

– Natasha Botkin

•Close your eyes and hold your hand just above your belly button. If you have a yellow leaf use this to harness Mother Nature’s powerful energies.

•Bring to mind your concern.

•Notice how your third chakra feels. If you have a sinking or nauseated feeling. Go with your gut instinct. It is rarely wrong.

•If this is right for you, your solar plexus will feel light and airy, as if there is a fluttering fairy within you.

Oranges represents the Sacral Chakra. This is your sexual power and creativity. Is there a piece of you that may be knowingly or unknowingly calling for your attention? Do you feel that your creativity is lacking? A way to strengthen your sexual power is through creativity and it is not just about procreation. Doing anything, where you are being creative: gardening, painting, writing, dancing, singing and so forth. This is taking a raw element and creating something. Play and enjoy the wonderment of your inner child.

•Gather some orange leaves and place them on the ground.

•Sit with your legs crossed on the orange leaves. Close your eyes.

•Begin on your left side by pushing your hip outward while still sitting. Then bring your pelvic region forward, next to the right and then back. Keep circling your pelvis three times to the left and then three times to the right.

•Feel these deep energies connecting with Mother Nature’s powerful energies.

•Ask your feminine energies. What shall I create? Allow this to flow out of you.

Red represents the Root Chakra. This is your financial and foundational power. Is there a piece of you that may be knowingly or unknowingly calling for your attention? Do you feel a loss of money? Do you possibly feel anxious or depressed?

•Sit in a kneeling position with your bottom resting on your feet. Close your eyes.

•Take your right hand and place it at the lowest part of your pelvic region. With your left hand hold the red leaf to the tip of your nose. Then bring this down to meet your right hand. While you are completing this motion use the sound “LAM”.

•When you feel the need to hold the red leaf on your root chakra do so and ask what is blocking you? What are your money blocks? What is putting holes in your foundation?

•Repeat the tip of the nose to the lowest pelvic region while making the “LAM” sound three times.

May you enjoy discovering wonderful ways to bring forth your energies with the magnificent colors of Mother Nature. Enjoy and play with your inner child and Mother Nature’s energies.