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Dreamwork: Key Habits in Dream Recall and Becoming Lucid

I have been reading, very briefly, on Huna – a Hawaiian philosophy that uses dream skills as a way to be objective of our Self.  I have found that many of it’s practices are things I already innately do. This system has just given me a set of language for things I was naturally doing which in turn inspires lucid dreaming.

I would love to discuss Huna further, however this week I will list some key behaviours, or habits, which I have used with success:
– Relaxation meditation in bed before sleeping
Lucidity requires the body to be in a deeply relaxed state. Having a good night’s rest also allows our memory to be clearer for dream recall. 
– Setting the intention in my mind that I will remember my dreams
This is very important in telling your subconscious, or Higher Self, your goals. Intention setting is very powerful, not just in dreamwork, but in all aspects of goal-setting.
– Do not move upon waking, stay as still as you can and reflect on what you where just thinking or doing the moment before waking
Jumping up out of bed is really jarring to the body and mind. Some think of me as a person who takes forever to wake up. And it’s true! It’s not that I am asleep, it is that I am recalling and reflecting on the dreamscape. Sometimes I fall back asleep and dream some more. This is where powerfully lucid dreams can happen.
– Ask yourself questions 
Such as, but not limited to: What happened? Who were you with? What did they say? What did the environment look like? What did the atmosphere feel like? What time period were you in? What dimension? Were there smells, sounds, sensations that you felt? How did you feel emotionally, mentally, physically? Did anything remind you of real life? Have you ever dreamt this before?

– Write down anything of importance and interpret any symbols that stood out
I do not write down every single dream, and every single symbol, just the ones that stood out to me. I often find as I’m in the process of interpreting I will remember more of the dream itself. Until you get the hang of dream recall and lucidity you may want to journal daily.
– In waking life create habits that have you questioning whether you are in a dream or not
As I have stated in Strive to Become Lucid, our dream habits will reflect our waking habits. 
I am still in research phase of the Huna philosophy and do not want to talk further until I have implemented other aspects and experienced them, as this blog is based on dream skills that I have experienced.
Happy dreaming!
Phoenix Rose
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We’re Going 5D, Why Bother Working With First 7 Chakras?

I have been thinking about this for some time now, as we are shifting to 5D consciousness, I had seen a group discussion on FB on the topic that since we are striving for 5D why bother working with the first 7 chakras when we should be working with the chakras above Soul Star.

I did not partake in the discussion at the time (months ago, can no longer find where I seen it) however, I have went within and found my answers.

Chakras 1-7 reside in the body, the Root and Crown bridging us to Upper and Lower Worlds, chakras 8-13 are in our Auric field

First, before working with chakras 8-13 and above, I have some self-reflective questions.  What is the condition of your chakras between the Earth and Soul Star chakras? Are they functioning at optimal levels? Do you work with them everyday, or on a scheduled weekly routine? Are they under- or over-active, spinning out of control or not spinning at all?

This is why we work with the “basic” chakras. Because a lot of people do not work with their chakras often enough, because we still have blockages and barriers. When the lower chakras in our body and the ones emanating into the Earth are not functioning, or experiencing blockages, we are not grounded in this Earth and this reality. Pushing to work with higher dimension chakras when not properly grounded leaves us with our “head in the clouds,” we walk around detached and in some other world, in Shamanic terms you would appear delusional and psychotic.

We’re in this realm for a reason

Remember, we incarnated in this realm for a reason. Working with the chakras in this realm is part of that purpose. To be striving to get away from this realm is to deny your purpose and true path. It will leave you feeling frustrated, and create a “spiritual addiction,” where the astral, lucid dreaming, etc., becomes a form of escape rather than a place to do lightwork.

We also do not want that line to higher realms constantly wide open. It is okay, and recommended to leave the Crown and Root chakras just slightly ajar, it is not advisable to completely shut them off. We are energy conduits, and to completely shut the Crown or Root, it’s like kinking a hose, pressure builds and eventually the dam will break.

If we are unable to adeptly control and manipulate the chakras within our physical body, we don’t have the capabilities to adeptly work with the other chakras. My opinion. So, we work with these chakras then move along to the higher realms, so that when we are in the higher realms, the info can prove useful, and we aren’t just floating around the astral and etheric worlds aimlessly. It might be fun and feel good, but it is not useful.

Taking time for your spirituality is important

Take the time – even if only 2 minutes to start with – every day for your spirituality, if that 2 minutes can be used to focus on a chakra, simply giving the chakra attention in the form of a red candle for Root and imagining roots going into Earth while lighting the candle, or wearing green and seeing your heart chakra expanding when you dress, can make a world of difference in your practice. You are not a Tibetan monk, you do not need to spend 12 hours in meditation in order to honour your spirituality.

When working with the 7 main chakras becomes second nature, the higher chakras will be easier to navigate and making the shift to 5D will flow more smoothly and you may find that ascension symptoms won’t hit as hard.

Brightest Blessings,
Phoenix Rose

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Featured Crystal: Axinite

Featured Crystal – AXINITE

I was browsing some crystals at my favourite local metaphysical shop, and I noticed Axinte, which I have never seen before.  It is one of those stones that you can get lost gazing into.  It’s is refractive, seeing it in sunlight is different that seeing it while indoors.  Hold a light up to it to see all the layers within it.  It reminded me very much of my fire agate ring.

 Axinite, side one

The info card said “Healing: communication, mind, fractures, organs, mental, physical.  Magickal: Brings spirituality into the world. The stone of friendship.  Helps develop psychic power.  Builds trust in hostile communities.”  Sounds good to me.
I studied it more when I came home and, as with any brown stone, there are  great grounding properties to it, and helps create connections to Gaia, Earth Mother.  It is recommended to use in crystal grids for healing and connecting with the Earth.  It resonates with the Earth Star chakra, the chakra below our feet anchored in the earth.
Combine with a higher vibration stone when tapping into higher realms.  Due to the great grounding properties it is a great stone to accompany in astral projections, and to keep under pillow for lucid dreaming.  It aids in the return to your body, as well as aids in remembering the astral trip and in remembering dreams – lucid or not.
Axinte, side two

This is where my experience with axinite has solidified my newfound love for this gem stone.  I immediately felt grounded holding this stone.  For the past two nights I have been sleeping with it under my pillow and the dreams I’m having are extraordinary and I am remembering a large portion of dreams, including small details.  The dreams are like movies!
I look forward to working further with this crystal.  It is said that it helps accessing Akashic records.  Meditate laying down with the stone over your 3rd eye to help you in dismissing intrusive thoughts, and help calm your mind faster.  Axinite can help in transmuting negativity and minimizes the ego.  It allows you to be more flexible and aides in making changes that may otherwise be hard.
It is the zodiac birthstone for Aries.
It is a good stone to use in business and interpersonal relationships.  Wear a piece around your neck, or keep in a pocket.  It aides in communication and helps build trust.  It can help keep things clear and calm in otherwise sensitive and confrontational situations.
In the healing aspect. a Reiki practitioner may use these stones to help with issues of adrenal glands, the stone is said to give strength, endurance, and gives extra earth energy.  Helps when mending breaks and fractures to bones.  For those with back problems is aids in the alignment of the spine.  This is something that I may find use in, as I have an RSI (repetitive strain injury) to my upper back and neck.
Brightest Blessings,
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Tarot Tuesday – February 14, 2017

Tarot Tuesday – February 14, 2017

Because today also lands on the notorious of all days for lovers I am showcasing the 1JJ Swiss Tarot, or referred to as the “Juno and Jupiter” deck because the Pope and Popess (Emperor and Empress) are substituted for the Gods.  Perfect for today, as Juno and Jupiter were consorts, and Lupercalia is being celebrated today, as celebration associated with Juno.

1JJ Swiss is derived from the French Tarot Marseilles, and designed for playing tarot card games, such as Troccas and Troggu, which I may discuss in a future blog post.  For now lets discuss this reading.

Spread in a V formation for Valentines
We see the Valet de Coupe, or Page of Cups.  A message is to be delivered, spiritual or emotional of nature. This person is a dreamer and extremely creative.
Next, Roi de Coupe, or the King of Cups, Reversed. This King has closed himself off.  Emotionally unavailable.  Looking for love in all the wrong places.  Self-pity.
Finally, Quatre d’Epées, or Four of Swords.  This stresses the importance of self care.  Meditation.  Recuperation.  Don’t get caught up in your thoughts if they are hurting you.  Take meaningful action to change your situation.  Unwind.  Quiet yourself and listen to your inner wisdom.

Overall:  I see this reading as exactly what happens on a day such as today.  There will be those professing their love, some will be closed off and completely scorning this day, while others keep to themselves.  These particular cards point to a marriage proposal, very common for Valentines Day, though comes with a caution that you may want to think it over before heading into a serious commitment.

Brightest Blessings,
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Water Connection

Many things since March have been pointing me towards water.  It’s cleansing and healing properties.  As someone who has identified as a Fire sign and element for so long, water and working with it as an elemental is somewhat foreign to me.

Summer Solstice is fast approaching and a common theme is making a pilgrimage to sacred water.  However, this can be accomplished at home using a decorative fountain, bowl/basin, bathtub, or shower.  And I will be taking the opportunity to do the following water connection spell.

Focus on the water and give yourself time to connect.  Say this spell, written by Deborah Blake, feel free to adapt it or completely create your own.  Her words have resonated for me and I will be using them.  After the words are spoken take a nice refreshing drink of water.

“Water to cleanse and wash away fears / The rain like Gaia’s gentle tears
Ocean’s fierce and rumbling roar / As its waves rush to the shore
Water flows through sacred ground / It finds its way or goes around
Like the water I will flow / Washing clean and letting go
Water’s blessing I embrace / It’s effortless, fluid dance of grace
Into myself the water I take / That smooth will be the path I take.”




Much Love
~Phoenix Rose~


Spell written by Deborah Blake, Witches datebook 2016, Llewellyn 2016