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Posted on March 23, 2010 - by Leslie Billera

Expert Voice: Sigur-Björn, Creator of Spectral Meditation

Meditation takes us on a journey to meaningful and deep contentment, beyond the daily tasks that drain us of emotional stability.

Meet Sigur- Björn, creator of Spectral Meditation.

After meditating and teaching traditional ‘mindful’ meditation for over 15 years, Sigur-Björn has developed a three-pronged brand of meditation that includes a powerful blend of sounds, scents and visualization.

“I started to get rest, rejuvenation and focus from my meditation on a level I had not experienced before by using Spectral M,” says Sigur-Björn.  After receiving kudos from friends and family – even those who had never tried meditation before – he recently decided to take it to the public at large.

See, Smell and Soothe for Yourself!

Try Sigur-Björn’s signature Spectral Meditation at home…

What You’ll Need

• A blend of essential oils
• An iPod or some kind of music device with headphones
• An oil burner (optional)
• A quiet place.

Step 1

Create the essential oil blend you will use for your at-home Spectral Meditation experience. You can use frankincense, vertiver, and/or cedarwood and mix it with organic lavender essential oil, which is a great compliment to the other ‘grounding’ oils.

Step 2

Find a secluded place where you can sit undisturbed for 7-10 minutes (a Spectral M session is typically 30 minutes, but this trial is shorter).  Sitting in the lotus position is a great option, but being comfortable is most important.

Step 3

Choose music that relaxes you. Avoid drumbeats. Nature soundtracks featuring rain, ocean, birds etc. are also great.  A blend of music and sounds also works well.  When he teaches, Sigur- Björn tailors music and scents for maximum effect, so don’t be afraid to experiment until you find the mix that works best for you.

Step 4

Put five or six drops of the essential oil blend in an oil burner. Fill up with water. Light the candle. If you don’t have a burner, put three or four drops of the oil in the palm of your hands, rub them together, and then cup your face in them.  Breathe in deeply several times and let the olfactory system bring the soothing scents to your brain.  Feel the oil relax you. Set the mood further with soy candles.

Step 5

Visualize your first chakra (a chakra is a point of physical or spiritual energy in the human body) at the bottom of your torso. In your mind’s eye, see a beam of red light stretching from the chakra through the earth and into the red, glowing iron core at the center of the Earth. Breathe this red light in and maintain the connection. Replace any thoughts that may arise with this image. Feel the body relax as you listen to the music, breath in the scents, and visualize.

Enjoy the Spectral M Benefits

You may start to feel your root chakra (the chakra associated with being grounded) immediately, or it may take a few sessions. Repeated practice will bring more balance into your life. In addition to activating your root chakra, this exercise is a tremendous way to gain more focus. It will benefit you when you need to concentrate on work or a specific task.

Sigur-Björn Loves Lavender!

“Lavender is the best relaxation scent I know. Before going to sleep, put two drops on your pillow, one on each side of your head. This will give you a deeper sleep and you will wake up more refreshed. Use it consistently for more effectiveness.”

A pure and peaceful mind is a happy mind.  Let us know how your at-home Spectral Meditation goes – we love hearing from you!

Sigur-Björn in person: he teaches Spectral Meditation at CityLife Medical and Fitness Spa on Robertson in Los Angeles and will debut it at The Retreat on Abbot-Kinney in Venice Beach, L.A., in 2010. For more information about Spectral M, visit Facebook/SpectralM or email Sigur-Björn at spectralmed@gmail.com

Posted on October 18, 2009 - by napavalleybath

Lavender Body Butter

An extra-rich nourishing and protective crème containing the highest quality shea butter from Uganda, healing herbs, health-food-grade fresh vegetable oils, natural vegetable waxes, and soothing aromatic lavender water from the Aromatic Plant Project. The healing and soothing ingredients penetrate deeply to help skin regain a fresh, supple texture. Developed to treat of cracked, callused and parched skin.

4 oz. Amber PET Jar
$22.00

Posted on October 18, 2009 - by napavalleybath

Lavender Hoof Cream

Our lavender hoof cream conditions and moisturizes all four of your hooves. The ingredients are combined to form the highest quality moisturizing balm. Daily use can prevent hands and feet from drying and cracking as well as help heal and repair damaged hooves.

Tin Container
$18.00