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The Science of Meditation: Enhancing Well-Being

Meditation is not only an ancient practice rooted in spirituality but also a scientifically recognized tool for enhancing overall well-being.

Numerous studies have explored the tangible benefits of meditation, shedding light on how it positively impacts the mind and body. Some key scientific benefits include:

Stress Reduction:
Meditation has been shown to lower the production of stress hormones like cortisol, leading to reduced stress levels. This can help individuals better manage the demands of busy lives.

Improved Focus and Attention:
Regular meditation enhances concentration and cognitive functions. It strengthens the brain's ability to sustain attention, making it a valuable practice for busy professionals.

Emotional Well-Being:
Meditation cultivates emotional resilience. It promotes the release of neurotransmitters like serotonin, associated with feelings of happiness and well-being.

Pain Management:
Meditation can reduce the perception of pain. By altering pain processing in the brain, it offers a natural approach to pain relief.

Better Sleep:
Meditation improves sleep quality by calming the mind and reducing insomnia symptoms. Quality sleep is essential for overall health and vitality.

Enhanced Immune System:
Meditation supports a robust immune system. It reduces inflammation and promotes the production of immune-boosting cells.

Mind-Body Connection:
Scientific research reveals that meditation positively affects the mind-body connection. It can help regulate blood pressure, heart rate, and even gene expression associated with stress.

Neuroplasticity:
Meditation fosters neuroplasticity—the brain's ability to adapt and change. This means it can potentially enhance learning and memory.

At 'The 111 Approach,' we combine the power of meditation with other holistic approaches like Reiki to create bespoke wellness packages.

Our science-based methods aim to empower busy professionals with practical, one-minute wellness practices that are easy to incorporate into their daily lives.

Experience the scientifically proven benefits of meditation and energy healing, and embark on a journey toward greater well-being in all areas of your life.

For FREE Daily 1 Minute Meditations follow @the111approach on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok and be sure to turn on notifications so you never miss a free meditation.

For more in depth and deeper meditative techniques join the monthly online ‘More Than A Meditation’ Club – you can pay as you go (link to shop listing) or purchase an annual subscription for a discounted rate (link to annual subscription listing).

The More Than A Meditation Club brings you more than just an average 15 minute guided meditation.

Each month is a different topic and technique style to help you explore and master the wide range of meditative methods available. Combined with energy healing, activations, affirmations and more, The More Than A Meditation club is a great way to delve deeper into the transformational world of meditation.

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Crystals

There are a number of different types of crystals, each with their own healing abilities for the mind, body, and soul. They are used in many cultures to promote the flow of good energy and help the body and mind get rid of negative energy for physical and emotional benefits.

Historically speaking, crystals were used as ancient forms of medicine, with philosophies borrowed from Hinduism and Buddhism. Crystals can help in many ways and different crystals have different properties that can help alleviate a number of different issues.

Different colour crystals
represent different properties.

Red - power, passion, action
Orange - change, creativity, joy
Yellow - authenticity, optimism, willpower
Green - growth, balance, abundance
Blue - communication, tranquillity, clarity
Purple - spirituality, awakening, intuition
Pink - love, compassion, emotional
White / Clear - purity, enhancing, peace
Black - protection, detoxification, blocks negativity

The main crystals I use are below as I feel these crystals help with a broad range of issues. I attune each crystal with High Vibrational Energies so they are infused with these beautiful incredible energies to help raise the vibration of the crystal.

Clear Quartz

This white clear crystal is considered a “master healer.” It is said to amplify energy by absorbing, storing, releasing, and regulating it and is often paired with other crystals like rose quartz or amethyst to enhance the power and abilities.

Clear Quartz can help with concentration and memory and also helps to stimulate the immune system and balance out your entire body.

A great one to have in your collection as it is an all rounder and enhancer.

How to use and care for your crystals

Depending on what you are using the crystals for you can use crystals in many different ways:

- Keep under your pillow whilst you sleep
- Carry it in your pocket or purse during the day
- Use it whilst meditating (sit with it in your right hand or place crystals around you)
- Place them around your bathtub and enjoy a relaxing crystal bathing ritual.
- Wear them as jewellery

IMPORTANT – Don’t let anyone handle or touch your crystals – they are for you and you alone! If someone handles them by accident – then just follow the cleansing ritual below to wash off any residual energy and re-energise them.

You will need to cleanse and clear out residual energies from your crystals over time. I suggest to do this regularly (at least once a month, more often if necessary)

You can hold it under cold, running water from a tap or rinse it in a natural source of water. Either way, be sure the water is cool, not warm or hot.

Add a bit of sea salt to the cleanse or burn sage to really help it get rid of unwanted energies. You can also leave it out to dry in morning sunlight or full moon light to let the light filter through.

For a thorough cleanse - burn some sage over the crystals for a deep cleanse and clearing ritual.

It’s not just about their physical care…. For crystals to work their magic, you mentally have to remove the negative energy or skepticism you may have about their capabilities. It’s important to respect what they can do for you and keep an open mind to allow positive changes to take place.

Where to buy?

The crystals available to purchase through The 111 Approach are all attuned to Reiki Energy so these hold very high and pure vibrations for the recipient.

You can purchase these separately or as part of a wellness gift box.

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Chakras

Chakras are basically energy centres located within and around your body. The word "chakra" comes from the Sanskrit word meaning "wheel" and these are how chakras are depicted - as spinning wheels that help move the energy around your body freely.

Everything in the Universe is made up of energy so these chakra wheels just help with the ebb and flow of the energy flowing around our body.

Although there are lots of chakras - below are the 7 main ones and their properties.

Root Chakra

Muladhara

Location : Base of Spine
Colour : Red
Crystals : Red Jasper / Red Coral / Bloodstone / Obsidian / Hematite
Scents : Bergamot / Cedar Wood / Patchouli / Black Pepper
Properties : Survival / Grounding / Stability
Mantra : I am safe. I am stable. I am secure.

When the root chakra is open, we feel confident in our ability to withstand challenges and stand on our own two feet.

When it's blocked, we feel threatened, as if we're standing on unstable ground and it can manifest physically with arthritis, constipation, and bladder/colon problems. On an emotional level a blocked root chakra will make you feel insecure about finances or our basic needs and well-being.

Energy Protection

The Significance of Daily Energy Protection Rituals
Daily energy protection rituals play a vital role in our lives, and understanding why they matter is essential.

At 'The 111 Approach,' we emphasize their importance, and here's why:

1. Maintaining Inner Balance: Life is filled with various energies, both positive and negative. These energies can affect our emotional and mental equilibrium. Energy protection rituals act as a shield, helping you maintain your inner peace and balance amidst external influences.

2. Preventing Energy Drain: Daily interactions expose us to diverse energies. Without protection, we risk experiencing energy drain, leaving us feeling depleted. Protection rituals create a barrier to prevent this energy loss.

3. Strengthening Resilience: Regular protection rituals build resilient energetic boundaries. This resilience enables you to navigate challenging situations with grace, ensuring external influences don't disrupt your well-being.

4. Promoting Clarity: Negative energies can cloud our thoughts and judgment. Protection rituals clear away these disturbances, fostering mental clarity and focus.

At The 111 Approach, we understand these dynamics.

Our daily energy protection rituals are designed to shield your vibrational well-being, allowing you to engage with the world while preserving your inner balance and harmony.

We combine the power of Reiki energy healing and one-minute wellness practices to empower you with the tools you need for a harmonious and protected life.

Incorporating Daily Energy Protection Rituals
Therefore, it's highly advisable to incorporate an energy protection ritual into your daily routine.

These rituals are simple and easy to perform, offering a safeguard against external energies. There are numerous techniques to choose from, and you can even create your own. It all comes down to intention and visualization.

Here are a few examples:

Bubble of Light: Visualize yourself within a protective bubble of light, like a resilient zorb ball. Nothing negative can penetrate this barrier, allowing only high-frequency energies to flow through.

Hooded Cloak of Protection: As you get dressed for the day, imagine yourself wearing a hooded cloak or coat of protection. Feel the weight of this imaginary garment enveloping your entire body and head, shielding you from external influences.

Cleansing Shower: During your shower, envision the water as a cleansing light that washes over you. Feel it coat your skin in a protective barrier of light, making your skin glow with this protective shield against negativity.

Mantra Affirmations: Repeat a mantra that empowers you, such as "I am in control of my energy – I am protected" or a similar affirmation that reaffirms your control over your energy.

In situations where someone may be draining your energy, you can use an affirmation like "Their energy is not mine – I am protected."

Intentional Breathing: Take a few deep breaths and imagine exhaling an invisible cloud of protection. Move your head to ensure that this protective cloud covers all areas around you.

Using a combination of these techniques each morning as you begin your day and before leaving your home is a great way to build up a routine.

If there's ever a moment where you feel the need to reinforce the protection or add an extra layer, utilize these techniques as necessary throughout the day.

These rituals serve as a powerful tool for maintaining your energetic well-being in a world filled with diverse energies.

5. Boosting Confidence: Knowing you have a protective shield in place enhances confidence and reduces feelings of vulnerability, especially in high-stress situations.

6. Elevating Vibrations: Protection rituals often involve raising your energetic vibrations. This higher frequency not only shields you from lower vibrational energies but also attracts positive experiences and people into your life.

7. Personal Growth: Consistent energy protection rituals accelerate personal and spiritual growth. They encourage self-awareness and help you tap into your inner strength.

Additionally, it's important to recognize that everything in the universe is made up of atoms and molecules, constantly in motion and vibrating at various frequencies.

As you go about your day, you interact with people and objects, exchanging and interacting with these energy frequencies.

These frequencies may not always align with your own energy field, and this exchange can impact your well-being.

If you encounter someone vibrating at a positive and high frequency, it can have a positive influence.

However, when faced with lower frequency vibrations, you risk giving away your energy and absorbing energies that leave you feeling drained or low.

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Meditation

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Crystals

The main crystals I use are below as I feel these crystals help with a broad range of issues. I attune each crystal with High Vibrational Energies so they are infused with these beautiful incredible energies to help raise the vibration of the crystal.

Where to buy?

The crystals available to purchase through The 111 Approach are all attuned to Reiki Energy so these hold very high and pure vibrations for the recipient.

You can purchase these separately or as part of a wellness gift box.

Chakras

Chakras are basically energy centres located within and around your body. The word "chakra" comes from the Sanskrit word meaning "wheel" and these are how chakras are depicted - as spinning wheels that help move the energy around your body freely.

Everything in the Universe is made up of energy so these chakra wheels just help with the ebb and flow of the energy flowing around our body.

Although there are lots of chakras - below are the 7 main ones and their properties.

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Crystals

The main crystals I use are below as I feel these crystals help with a broad range of issues. I attune each crystal with High Vibrational Energies so they are infused with these beautiful incredible energies to help raise the vibration of the crystal.

Where to buy? The crystals available to purchase through The 111 Approach are all attuned to Reiki Energy so these hold very high and pure vibrations for the recipient. You can purchase these separately or as part of a wellness gift box.

Where to buy?

The crystals available to purchase through The 111 Approach are all attuned to Reiki Energy so these hold very high and pure vibrations for the recipient.

You can purchase these separately or as part of a wellness gift box.