My 7 Chakra Stones

The point of this blog is share with you, not only about healthy eating, but overall health. I eat clean because I know I am supplying my body with the ideal nutrients to sustain an internal sanctuary. What I don’t know is, all the other practices there are to achieve optimal health. With that being said, my goal is to experience something new, as often as possible, learn as much as possible and inspire as much as possible. The intent is to entice you into trying something I have shared, or plant the seed for you to venture out to a new experience that you would never have given thought to. Some of the things I have planned, I never would have thought I would do willingly with enthusiasm and eagerness.

First Seed: Exploring Chakra Stones. I knew close to nothing about this practice. All I knew was we have chakras and that they are correlated to meditation. Unknown purpose and meaning to me, up until this point. I attended a workshop at this charming boutique  called, Pious Bird. It sold a variety of local artistry pieces/jewelry, assorted stones and vintage furniture. An old school type writer was a display item surrounded by handmade soy candles. It was just a chill, cozy, little store. Upon my arrival, a circle of 10 pillows were spread out on the floor surrounding a wooden table with assorted stones separated into bowls. Honestly, the first thing that came to mind was “light as a feather, stiff as a board.” However, my experience was nothing like that, it was spiritual not Wiccan. Keep in mind, I have never been a part of anything like this and went in with no expectations but you can imagine what I was thinking when I was told to pick a shiny, red stone out of one of the bowls being passed around, and was advised to pick the stone that “spoke” to me, this was the stone I was destined to pick. After picking out a Jasper stone, I was read the purpose and intent of this stone, and how to utilize it to its potential to strengthen the root chakra, chakra #1 out of 7. In a group circle full of 9 strangers, I was about to meditate for the first time in my life holding a stone in my left hand while channeling my root chakra. 1 thing about me is that I don’t know how to relax. As much as I love massages and facials, it takes me about 20 minutes in- to relax so ,meditation seemed nearly unimaginable. Luckily for me, it was a short meditation and the host, Desiree, verbally guided the meditation. During meditation I actually felt grounded, just as it was described being in comparison to roots from a tree. I’m pretty sure that means i was meditating.

The remaining chakras were explained and we picked out 6 more stones, each coinciding with each different chakra. Lastly, we had an 11 minute meditation. This seemed like it was going to feel like a half an hour, based on my incompetence to just relax. Well, I definitely didn’t meditate for 11 minutes, maybe 6 minutes, BUT that was 6 minutes more than I had done, ever. It opened up, thinking about it now, my third eye chakra? I became attracted to the idea of inner peace and focusing on your well-being, it is a mind and body experience. The heart chakra is actually “the bridge” between the upper and lower chakras, connecting body and mind. Also, something I didn’t know 11 minutes ago.

I tried something new, out of my element, open-minded, and enjoyed the whole experience. After this event, I was told we have drop in meditation classes at work every Friday during lunch. Coincidence that I first heard of it right after my first meditation experience? I don’t know but I’m going to go. We all just need to relax, I’m going to work on it…during lunch, at work.

Chakra Events and Other Events

Remember Chia Pets when we were younger? Who would’ve thought, 15 plus years later, I would be eating those same seeds. Yes, they are the same seeds! As a kid I didn’t even know chia was a seed, now its a staple in my day to day routine. It has various uses; baking, make pudding, sprinkle as a topping, add to smoothies or yogurt and many more other ways. I will share some of my favorite ways to use of the chia seed.

The chia seed is a species of a flowering plant in the mint family, native to Mexico and Guatemala. The seed itself is loaded with omega 3 fatty acids, making them one of the richest plant-based sources of these fatty acids, aka the good fat.  It contains 1/3 of the daily recommended intake of fiber, 10 grams in 2 teaspoons. They are also naturally gluten free AND can be used as an egg replacement! Just mix with water and let sit for 15 minutes. It is believed that the Aztecs used chia as a source of energy, they were known as the “Indian Running Food” because runners and warriors would use them for sustenance  while running long distances or during battle.

The most beneficial way of a chia seed is through liquid absorption. Hydrophilic properties allow the seeds to absorb up to TWELVE times their weight in water, creating a gelatinous form. Thus, making it ideal to make pudding. I have, personally, used chia seeds baked into apple muffins, used in my overnight oats, sprinkled on my avocado toast, tossed in a grain salad, energy balls, and those are just to name a few. I hope this inspires you to find your own use for this nutritious little seedling, and then you have to share it with me so I can try it.

See below for one of my chia seed recipes. DISCLAIMER: ALWAYS CHECK YOUR TEETH AFTER EATING CHIA SEEDS, THEY ALWAYS GET STUCK IN MY TEETH. You’re Welcome 😉

Matcha Chia Pudding:

1 cup Almondmilk or Cashewmilk

1/3 c Chia Seeds

1 tbsp Raw Honey

1 tsp Matcha Powder

1 tsp Vanilla Extract

optional toppings: unsweetened shredded coconut, raspberries, chocolate chips(my fave)

Make Your Chia Pet:

1. In an individual air-tight container or mason jar, combine the chia seeds and matcha and stir together.
2. Add in vanilla extract, honey, and  Almondmilk or Cashewmilk. Blend and stir to combine. (If you prefer it a little sweeter, you could add another tablespoon of honey or try maple syrup – I wont tell anyone!)
3. Place in the refrigerator overnight, or for at least 5-6 hours, to allow the chia seeds to get all gelatinous.
4. When you’re ready to eat, just grab from the fridge and you’re good to go.

 
Here is another pudding recipe: http://detoxinista.com/2013/02/vanilla-chia-pudding-vegan/