Review Time

Monday, August 25, 2014

Review Time! Insider Review - Hibiscus Moon Crystal Healing Academy - Blue Sapphire Certified Crystal Healer Course

Answer these questions to know if crystal healing is right for you:

Has the allure of crystals captured your imagination ever since you can remember?
Do you feel that there is something more to crystals than their beauty and sparkle?
Have you ever felt drawn to certain crystals without knowing why?
Are you interested in learning a natural healing art that can help you, your family, and others.
Would you like to help others and yourself physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually?

If you answered yes to one or more of these questions then you will greatly benefit from learning crystal healing. Earlier this year I took part in Hibiscus Moon's Blue Sapphire Certified Crystal Healer Course. This course was one of the most amazing experiences of my life and has changed my life for the better on a deep personal level. Lets take an insiders look into what I feel is the best Crystal Healing Academy out there.

What Makes Hibiscus Moon's Crystal Healing Academy Different:

Hibiscus Moon's Crystal Healing Academy is a remarkable place to learn about the science and fun of crystal healing online. No other academy teaches the science behind crystal healing in such a detailed and fun way. As I said in my preview, this course is not your run-of-the-mill certified crystal healer program. Hibiscus Moon's course brings together physics and metaphysics to explain why and how crystals work - while also being FUN! The course explores all the newest research and uses the science behind crystal vibrations - all to help you become not only a crystal healer but a professional who understands the science behind what you are doing!

Another aspect which you will only find at the Hibiscus Moon Crystal Healing Academy is Hibiscus Moon herself. Hibiscus Moon is a energetic and charismatic teacher who makes learning entertaining and fun. Her vibrant energy and enthusiasm is uplifting and motivating. You can tell that teaching is not simply a job for Hibiscus Moon, it is a deep passion which she wishes to share with the world. By taking part in the Blue Sapphire course I got to experience her energy first hand. I have never seen anyone who teaches with so much passion and enthusiasm. Her dedication is inspiring and will help to inspire you on your crystal journey.

What is Hibiscus Moon's Blue Sapphire Certified Crystal Healer Course:
There are two ways to become a certified crystal healer through the Hibiscus Moon Crystal Healing Academy - the regular course and the Blue Sapphire course. Both will teach you the same aspects of crystal healing, however, the Blue Sapphire course offers more benefits and a few surprises.

Blue Sapphire Bonuses:

One-on-One time with Hibiscus Moon via Group Q&A's
Motivation and Feed back from Hibiscus Moon herself through the Blue Sapphire Community - During my term this community was through Facebook and was an awesome way for me to connect with other Blue Sapphires and Hibiscus Moon herself.
Being held to a 9 Week term which keeps you motivated and on target to make your dreams a reality. (Don't worry this may seem like a lot, but Hibiscus Moon and the Blue Sapphires will help you every step of the way. This option is good for anyone who procrastinates as it gives you the extra kick you need to get things done.
Private Video – Home Protection Crystal Grid Prep.
Get to Know Your Crystals eBook - 6 page PDF eBooklet, includes a Crystal Journal print out template page (print as many as you like) & SUPER-simple step-by-step crystal meditation instructions to deepen your relationship with your crystals.
Negativity Neutralizer Spray Smudge - Hibiscus Moon's highly sought after recipe so you can make bucket-loads of your own!
1 hour Alpha-inducing Binaural Beat MP3 Guided Crystal Meditation - Guiding you on a gentle crystal cave journey which helps you connect with your crystals on a deeper more personal level.
Deep Dive Journal Prompt PDF eBooklet - Guides you through the entire 9 week term, to further develop & deepen your personal experience.
A surprise gift that I cannot tell you what is - but is simply beautiful!

Along with these bonuses is also a higher cost and limited availability - there are only a certain number of places within the Blue Sapphire course each term so getting a spot can be hard. The regular is also a wonderful way to learn crystal healing and is less costly. Below are some of the aspects which both courses share.

Basic Course Overview for All Students:

Class 1 – Basics of Crystal Healing & Therapy
Class 2 – Create Sacred Space & Self-Protection using Crystals
Class 3 – Working with Crystal Grids
Class 4 – Chakra Balancing Using Crystals
Integration week
Class 5 – Working w/ Pendulums & Sensing Crystal Energy
Class 6 – Crystal Healing for Animals
Class 7 – Crystal Healer Toolkit: Crystal Energy Tools
Class 8 – Becoming a Professional Crystal Healer

Aspects Included in Both Courses:

8 pre-recorded video webinar-style classes (each approx. 90+ min.)
8 mp3 downloads
8 detailed transcripts of the classes
An auto e-course that guides you through week by week
Many class resources
FUN suggested assignments (a.k.a ohhhm-work)
Auto-graded class quizzes for each class
1 integration week, giving you additional time to absorb & implement
1 year membership to the private social networking website/forum (The Crystal Cave) exclusively for students (Crystalline Cohorts) in the program; a community of Crystal Healers to support you & to create friendships with for life.
1 on 1 Q & A support from Crystal Coaches for the entire 9 week term in the Crystal Cave Forum
Kind & loving tech support
BONUS: A full year access to our LIVE playdates. This is a value of $240!
BONUS: Hibiscus Moon's highly sought after recipe for her Negativity Neutralizer Spray Smudge so you can make buckets of your own.

You will also receive 18 CE's from the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB), be able to use the letters CCH after your name, and be given approval to apply for optional accreditation with the World Metaphysical Association for a discounted fee.

About Hibiscus Moon:

"Hi! I’m Hibiscus Moon & I absolutely adore teaching & working with crystals! I’ve learned to channel my inner-geek then merge it with my serious obsession with crystals & stones that I LOVE to share with my crystal healer students & clients, bringing my unique perspective to the world of crystal healing & having the time of my life doing so. I’m CRAZY-passionate about my sacred crystal biz here & get a buzz from the excitement my students express when they have that major “A-HA!” moment regarding crystals & what they’re capable of.

I’ve loved crystal beauty all of my life but as an adult I began seriously exploring the spiritual & metaphysical facets of working with them as a healing tool. After several years of research & practice I began teaching others about Mother Earth’s natural gifts. Yays! As a a Discovery Channel STAR Discovery Educator & National Board Certified Professional Science teacher as well as former Science Department Chair with a Master’s of Science (merging Geology with Curriculum, Instruction & Technology) ooooh, boring, I know!; I deliver the science behind the metaphysical aspects of working with crystals while still serving up the FUN!" ~ Hibiscus Moon

My Personal Opinion and Testimony:

My time in Hibiscus Moon's Blue Sapphire Course opened my mind and heart to the true power of crystal healing. When I began this course I thought that I knew a lot about crystals and their properties, however, Hibiscus Moon showed me so many things that I had never knew before. Through her course I learned the amazing science behind what I felt my whole life. Even as a child I felt that there was more to crystals than meets the eye -I felt this to my core and always have. This course showed me just how right my feels are about crystals. It also showed me how to work with crystals on so many levels.

Crystal healing is simply amazing and something which I feel has to be experienced to truly understand. Gemstones and Crystals are not simply beautiful they are tools to help us on very level of life - physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. As a certified crystal healer, I hope to help those in my community through what I have learned at the Hibiscus Moon Crystal Healing Academy.

If you are interested in becoming a Certified Crystal Healer I highly recommend this course! It will give you the knowledge and confidence to make your dreams a reality.

P.s As a side note I would like to point out the beauty of the certificate I received. It is simply breath taking and worthy of framing.

Enrollment is now open for the next course - Act soon as enrollment closes August 27th 2014.
If you are interested in the course please use the link below as this is my personal link.
http://hibiscusmoon.ontraport.net/t?orid=46083&opid=9

Hi! I’m Hibiscus Moon & I absolutely adore teaching & working with crystals! I’ve learned to channel my inner-geek then merge it with my serious obsession with crystals & stones that I LOVE to share with my crystal healer students & clients, bringing my unique perspective to the world of crystal healing & having the time of my life doing so. I’m CRAZY-passionate about my sacred crystal biz here & get a buzz from the excitement my students express when they have that major “A-HA!” moment regarding crystals & what they’re capable of.
I’ve loved crystal beauty all of my life but as an adult I began seriously exploring the spiritual & metaphysical facets of working with them as a healing tool. After several years of research & practice I began teaching others about Mother Earth’s natural gifts. Yays! As a a Discovery Channel STAR Discovery Educator & National Board Certified Professional Science teacher as well as former Science Department Chair with a Master’s of Science (merging Geology with Curriculum, Instruction & Technology) ooooh, boring, I know!; I deliver the science behind the metaphysical aspects of working with crystals while still serving up the FUN!
- See more at: http://hibiscusmooncrystalacademy.com/about/#sthash.nq8dza1y.dpuf

Tuesday, August 12, 2014

Review Time! A Preview of Hibiscus Moon's Certified Crystal Healing Course

Hibiscus Moon's Crystal Healing Academy is a remarkable place to learn about the science and fun of crystal healing. No other academy teaches the science behind crystal healing in such a detailed and fun way. (Yes science can be a very fun pursuit!) Earlier this year I took part in Hibiscus Moon's Blue Sapphire Certified Crystal Healer Course. This course was one of the most amazing experiences of my life. Soon I hope to post a detailed review of Hibiscus Moon's Crystal Healing Course, however, this review will be very detail and is still in the works. But I have some information below about the course which I hope you find useful until I can finish my detailed review.

This course is not your run-of-the-mill crystal healer program. Hibiscus Moon's course brings together physics and metaphysics to explain why and how crystals work - while also being FUN! The course explores all the newest research and uses the science behind crystal vibrations to develop you into a different kind of Crystal Healer!
What does the course include?

8 pre-recorded video webinar-style classes (each approx. 90+ min.)
8 mp3 downloads
8 detailed transcripts of the classes
An auto e-course that guides you through week by week
Ooooodles of class resources
FUN suggested ohhhm-work assignments
Auto-graded class quizzes for each class
1 integration week, giving you additional time to absorb & implement
1 year membership to our private social networking website/forum (The Crystal Cave) exclusively for students (Crystalline Cohorts) in the program; a community of Crystal Hotties to support you & to create friendships with for life.
1 on 1 Q & A support from our Crystal Coaches for the entire 9 week term in our Crystal Cave Forum
Kind & loving tech support whenever you need it
BONUS: A full year access to our LIVE playdates. This is a value of $240!
BONUS: Hibiscus Moon's highly sought after recipe for her Negativity Neutralizer Spray Smudge so you can make buckets of your own.

Once graduated, you'll be certified by The Hibiscus Moon Crystal Academy and be sent a certificate that is suitable for framing. You'll also receive 18 CE's from the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB), be able to use the letters CCH after your name, and be given approval to apply for optional accreditation with the World Metaphysical Association for a discounted fee.
The Certified Crystal Healer Program Includes These 8 Classes:

Basics of Crystal Healing & Therapy
Create Sacred Space & Self-Protection using Crystals
Working with Crystal Grids
Chakra Balancing Using Crystals
Working with Pendulums & Sensing Crystal Energy
Crystal Healing for Animals
Crystal Healer Toolkit: Crystal Energy Tools
Becoming a Professional Crystal Healer

Personal Opinion:
Hibiscus Moon's Crystal Healing course gave me a brand new appreciation for crystals by explaining so many things that I have always wanted to know. I also learned so many new things about crystals and science that I never dreamed of. Crystal healing is one of the most amazing things I have ever learned in my life and I hope to use what I have learned to help others and myself.
Enrollment is now open for the next course which kicks off on August 13th, 2014.
If you are interested in becoming a Certified Crystal Healer I highly recommend this course! It will given the the knowledge and confidence to make your dream a reality. If you are interested in the course please use the link below as this is my personal link.
http://hibiscusmoon.ontraport.net/t?orid=46083&opid=9

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Wednesday, March 26, 2014

Review Time! Custom Mala Shop's Exclusive Lotus Seed and Lapis Lazuli 108 Bead Mala

An Amazing Mala!

Until recently I had never known the pleasure of meditating with a lotus seed Mala. You may be wondering why I never tried this type of Mala until now. I was under the false impression that lotus seeds were fragile, thus I chose gemstones or wooden Malas over lotus seeds Malas. The idea that lotus seeds are fragile could not be farther from the truth. Lotus seeds are light weight yet very durable – dare I say more durable than wooden beads? Combine their durability and light weight with the texture of the lotus seeds and you have a Mala that is a pleasure to use on a daily bases without fear of breaking.

What Makes this Mala Unique?:

One of the aspects that set this Mala apart from others is the re-drilling work that was done to the beads. The re-drilling allows the beads to be strung onto a durable cord that is thicker and stronger than 90% of the Malas in my collection - honestly I don’t see how anyone could break this Mala through normal use. Re-drilling is a time consuming process that requests patience and thus costs more. However, re-drilling is worth every penny! Re-drilling each bead individually is the only way to be able to thread beads onto such a think cord - ensuring that the Mala will last for years. To the best of my knowledge Jason Walz of Custom Mala Shop is the only person who offers this opinion. Below is a photo which showcases the difference between re-drilled beads and standard beads.

Another aspect which makes this Mala unique is use of symbolism incorporated by the beads. Lapis lazuli, sterling silver and lotus seeds all have deep rooted symbolism that calls to people of all faiths and walks of life.

Lapis Lazuli Beads:

Meditating with Lapis Lazuli is thought to bring inner peace, assist with openness, strengthen inner power, help one to express love, expand intuitive skills, and bring purification. In ancient times Lapis Lazuli was thought to strengthen the mind and body, allowing one's inner power to manifest. It was also thought to purify one's thoughts and bring inner peace. Symbolically Lapis Lazuli represents the power of the spoken word and is thought to help foster verbal expression, and clear problems caused by fear of speaking in public. Lapis Lazuli is said to encourage clear, truthful expression when sharing information with others. The ancient Egyptians used Lapis Lazuli as a symbol of Truth. Practitioners of crystal healing say that Lapis Lazuli is a good stone to expand intuitive skills while remaining objective and open to reasoned analysis. It is also thought that this gemstone shields against negative emotions.

Geological:
Stone Type/Family: A member of the Feldspathoid Family, Silicates Class. Lapis Lazuli, or Lapis for short, is mostly Lazurite with inclusions of Pyrite, Calcite and other minerals.
Crystal System: Isometric
Chemical Composition: (Na,Ca)8(Al,Si)12O24S2FeS CaCO3Al2O3, Sodium Calcium aluminumosilicate
Hardness: 5.5-6.5

Metaphysical:
Primary Chakra: Throat, Third Eye, Crown
Astrological sign(s): Sagittarius

Fun Fact: Lapis Lazuli is said to have been in existence since the birth of time, and was used by ancient Hebrews on ceremonial robes. Lapis Lazuli is one of the original stones in the breastplate of the High Priest.

Sterling Silver Spacer Beads:

Silver is a metal associated with intuition, love, inner peace and protection. Symbolically silver relates to the moon and is often associated with the yin or feminine energies. For this reason it is thought to help overcome aggressiveness by bringing peace into one's awareness. It is also said that silver acts as a "mirror to the soul", allowing one to see deep within one’s self with absolutely no judgment.

Geological:
Stone Type/Family: A member of the Gold Group, Elements Class
Crystal System: Isometric
Chemical Composition: Ag, Elemental silver
Hardness: 2.5-3

Metaphysical:
Primary Chakra: ALL
Astrological sign(s): Cancer, Aquarius
Vibration: Number 4

Fun Fact: Silver is used in jewelry, tableware, coins, scientific equipment and in photographic processes.

Lotus Seeds:

The significance of lotus seeds relates back to the symbolic meaning of the lotus flower – a symbol of spiritual knowledge and power. The life of the lotus flower begins in the mud, yet it rises from this humble beginning and unfolds into one of the most beautiful flowers on earth. Lotus flowers spend their life in water; however falling rain drops will not stick on to its petals – they simply roll off the flower and fall into the water. Just as rain drops cannot change the beauty of the lotus flower, so too can this be for one who is spiritually attended with their soul. When truly in touch with Spirit the cares of the world no longer have the weight that they once did – worries and fears roll off just as rain on the lotus flower.

What is a Mala?:

A good size comparison!

History

Buddhist prayer beads, traditionally called Malas, first developed as a religious tool on the Indian continent. "The use of beads in prayer appears to have originated with Hindu religious practices in India, possibly around the 8th century," writes the Museum of Anthropology at the University of Missouri. Since the 8^th century the practice of using a Mala during meditating has been seen in Buddhism, Hindus and among those from any walk of life who enjoy meditation.

Identification

Standard Buddhists Mala normally consist of 108 beads, but the number may vary in different sects of Buddhism. Each bead is a symbol of impurities and flaws that an individual must overcome.
108 beads is said to represent the following formula:
6 x 3 x 2 x3 = 108
6 senses of a human being: sight, sound, smell, taste, touch, thought
3 times: past, present, future
2 conditions of heart, mind or intention: pure or impure
3 disturbing emotional states or "kleshia": like, dislike, indifference

Significance in Buddhism

The Buddha himself is believed to have instructed his followers to utilize the use of Malas. There is a Sutra (Buddhist Text) in which a King asks to the Buddha for a simple practice to help ease his suffering from various difficulties. Buddha responded by telling him to string 108 seeds and recite the three part refuge prayer upon them.

Origin

The word Mala, also referred to as japa Mala, is derived from the Indian Sanskrit phrase for garland. The English word rosary, the western term for prayer beads, owes its etymology to Roman miscommunication. "When Roman explorers came into India and encountered the Mala, they heard japa Mala, and japa for the Romans meant 'rose,'' according to ReligionFacts.com. The word "rosary" eventually evolved from that translation as Romans carried the prayer bead concept back to the western world.

Why 108 beads?

Generally, a standard Mala consists of 108+1 beads with a knot between the beads. The number 108 has several meanings. Some of them are:

27 constellations x 4 padas(parts) = 108
12 zodiac houses x 9 planets = 108
Upanishats Scriptures of the Vedas = 108

This basically means that the 108 beads represent the entire universe to many people – which in turn symbolizes being one with the universe and realizing your place in the universe. This Mala is a standard 108 count Mala designed for meditation and spiritual practices. Malas can be used by people of all faiths to enhance their spiritually.

Artist Bio:

"My name is Jason Walz and I am the proprietor of the Custom Mala Shop. I consider myself a non-denominational Dharma Practitioner who follows no single teacher or lineage. I originally became interested in Dharma Practice through the Martial Arts and Taoism. While practicing martial arts I became much more interested in the "why" of the arts rather than the physical process (although really they are one and the same). So, I first started to investigate Taoism. That in turn led me to investigate Buddhism and the Buddha's teachings. The Four Noble Truths and the Eight Fold Path resonated with me immediately. I had always been interested in religion in general (I have a BA in anthropology) but the Buddha's teachings seemed to transcend the rote scholarly approach to religion. They offered to me a way to approach life that simply "made sense".

Now, several years later, I no longer practice the martial arts but I focus a great deal of my time not only contemplating the Buddha's teachings but also hopefully living them partially through my effort of practicing Right Livelihood. Right Livelihood is of course the 5th step in the Eight Fold Path. It is through Right Livelihood that one attempts to earn a living while not harming others; while not acting selfishly; while contributing to the lessening of the suffering of others. I hope that the Malas I make help to accomplish this. Making Malas also allows me to express myself artistically. Although really it is the customer who comes up with the majority of the creativity involved I do get to play at "artist" as I put together the customer's creation. I get great satisfaction and peace from doing something as simple as watching a diamond tipped drill bit slowly sink into a lapis bead. I find it relaxing to sit and drop bead after bead onto a strand of cord and listen to the "clack-clack-clack".

A little more biographically speaking I am a single dad of two stunningly wonderful kids. I also have two Rhodesian Ridgebacks that help me make Malas by sleeping on the sofa all day (or under my feet!). I live in sunny Mesa Arizona and ride my mountain bike on the local trails daily. I recently (as of June 2011) left my regular 9-5 job in favor of making Malas full-time. The Custom Mala Shop is now my main source of income although I am still doing as little database management on a consulting basis." ~ Jason Walz

My Personal Opinion:

My Altar Featuring Jason's Amazing Malas!

Over the past few years I have used many Malas during mediation. Yet the ones created by Jason Walz stand above the rest. I can feel the love and care that he puts into each Mala which truly makes using one of his Malas a wonderful experience. Meditating with this Mala is a peaceful experience – personally I find the textile feel of the lotus seeds to be very comforting and relaxing. This comforting feeling draws me deeper into my meditation experience. This Mala combines the amazing energy of lapis lazli with the life giving energy of lotus seeds. For me this blinding of plant energy with gemstones is simply amazing.

As a Mala meant for daily use it preforms without flaw even after months of usage. If you are new to Mala or simply looking for a new experience I highly recommend investing in a lotus seed Mala– these are durable and maintain their beauty.

Check out Custom Mala Shop at http://custommalashop.com/ for other amazing Malas!

The Benefits of Meditation:

Science has proven that practicing meditation on a regular bases has many health benefits. Studies show that with as little 10 to 15 minutes of daily meditation we can improve our physical and emotional health, while at the same time strengthening our minds. Considering the benefits, devoting a few minutes of your day to meditation is time well spent. Below are the benefits.

Stabilizes the autonomous nervous system.
Increases concentration, self-esteem, spontaneity, creativity, and depth of awareness. Studies also show that mediators have warmer interpersonal relationships, less anxiety, increased self-esteem and self-confidence, increased problem-solving ability and greater creativity.
Reduces anxiety attacks by lowering the levels of blood lactate.
It reduces the heart beat
Lowers high blood pressure- There is strong evidence that meditation helps lower blood pressure in people who are normal or moderately hypertensive. This finding has been replicated by more than nineteen studies, some of which have shown systolic reductions among their subjects of 25 mmHg or more. A few people with acute hypertension have also experienced lower blood pressure in experiments of this kind. Several studies, however, have shown that relief from high blood pressure diminishes or disappears entirely if meditation is discontinued(not practiced on a regular bases)."
EMG activity increases
Stomach function and bowel function improve
The endocrine function is heightened- It has been recently demonstrated that meditation reduces sympathetic adrenergic receptor sensitivity, producing a decreased response to stressful situations.
Body posture is improved
Stamina increases
Improved energy level and vitality
Production of serotenine increases- Serotonin influences mood and behavior in many ways. Low levels of serotonin have been linked to a variety of disorders. For example, conditions associated with low serotonin levels include: depression, obesity, insomnia, narcolepsy, sleep apnea, migraine headaches, premenstrual syndrome, and fibromyalgia.
Intake of oxygen gets stronger
Reduces anxiety attacks by lowering the levels of blood lactate.
Decreases muscle tension (any pain due to tension) and headaches.
Increases exercise tolerance in heart patients.
Leads to a deeper level of relaxation.
Helps those who suffer from insomnia:: When trained in meditation, 75% of suffers experienced improvement.19. Helps to improve chronic diseases like allergies , asthma etc.
Helps those who suffer from Chronic Pain
Helps in post-operative healing.
Enhances the immune system.
Improved Awareness and Concentration.
Slows the aging process
Helpful for treating Habits and AddictionsReferences