This story begins on a beautiful sunny Sunday morning in early August. The birds were chirping, the sky was a glorious powder blue, and the air warm but dry. The usual Midwest humidity had not crept into the morning, so it was a perfect day for a drive. At the coffee shop a crowd had gathered, all in seeming no particular hurry, just enjoying the start of a wonderful Sunday. Rather than taking the interstate for my usual trip home, I chose the winding country back roads. It was a more scenic route, with its curvy roads, and rolling hills along endless fields of corn and beans; the perfect backdrop to the sunny morning. The drive was peaceful and serene, allowing a chance to review the anticipated visit in my head. Over the next hill and a couple of quick turns, and then the road is straight and narrow following along the river for the next twenty or so miles. But the journey abruptly stopped. A broken windshield, smashed dashboard, and a pile of crumpled metal was all I had in my view now. Smoke softly rose above the metal and into the dark sky. Movement had stopped and time
The seventh chakra, or crown chakra, is located where a baby’s soft spot is. It symbolizes the totality of creation, wholeness and completion and relates to consciousness as pure awareness. The element is thought as it relates to inspiration, divine wisdom and perception beyond space and time. It is oriented to self-knowledge and Universal identity. When out of balance, it is difficult to make decisions or have a sense of belonging. When this chakra is functioning properly, we feel spiritual connection to all, bliss and peace with ourselves. Balance is achieved and a unity consciousness develops. This chakra is linked to the colors violet, white and gold and the planet Uranus. This chakra responds well to sacred chants, mantras, tuning forks, bells and singing bowls. The possible physiological benefits for a balanced seventh chakra are a healthy muscular and epidural system and living in a flow of energy that is sourced from our divine nature. Gemstones: Amethyst helps to activate the crown and connect with the higher self. It takes you into a deep state of meditation quickly. Citrine helps to access personal power and enhance self-confidence. It releases fears and stresses from the body. Gold is a great conductor
