Electromagnetic Field, The Protective Light Around Us
*This is the 9th and final blog in my chakra series related to emotional/physical/spiritual wellbeing. Here is a link to the first in the series, a brief overview of the chakra system: https://www.alicebluetherapy.com/blog/processing-trauma-through-the-chakra-system If you are not familiar with the chakra system I recommend reading this first.
We have explored each chakra, and balanced the bountiful qualities from the root of our spine to the crown of our head. Now, we come to the final energy center that draws these wheels together: the electromagnetic field that surrounds us. This is our center of protection that surrounds our entire body, often said to be egg-shaped and 6 feet in diameter. This energetic field protects us from the outside world, and gives us the radiance that highlights the gifts we bring to the world. When our electromagnetic field is strong, we feel protected, energized and free. When our electromagnetic field is weak, we feel depleted and vulnerable to criticism and others’ moods. Trauma affecting this chakra can be related to living in an abusive environment, or a place with environmental pollution. Any harsh environment can weaken this field, and it needs support and balance, just as our seven chakras do. When we have a protective, clear, energy field around us, the possibilities in our life expand.
Electromagnetic Field as Our Protector
Strengthening this energy around us can be incredibly helpful when we are moving through trauma. When we go through EMDR or other trauma processing modalities, we can feel more vulnerable because we are digging into some of our deepest memories and moments that have shaped us. It can feel challenging to walk through the world in the midst of this, and some can feel like their wounds feel fresh again. Therapists and healers help the people they work with cultivate “tools” or resources, as I like to call them. A resource is anything that makes you feel comfort or neutrality i.e. walking in nature, deep breaths, a loving spouse, a funny movie. Deepening the power of the electromagnetic field creates an additional protective resource amongst the ones we are already cultivating. Visualization and meditation, as well as surrounding yourself in a loving and safe environment, can create a strong electromagnetic field to add extra protection from day to day irritations and upsets. Now, we have more freedom to respond to life rather than react out of the activation of our currently processing trauma.
Resource Creates Post Traumatic Growth
Our electromagnetic field is perhaps not seen by others, but it is surely felt. Marianne Williamson says, "As we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same.” When we have a balanced electromagnetic field, we radiate calm, confident power that uplifts ourselves and others. You create support and love in the world by simply being. Here are some ways to strengthen your electromagnetic field:
Visualize a protective bubble of light around you spanning 6 feet in diameter on all sides. Come back to this visualization whenever you are in situations where you feel vulnerable or afraid
Surround yourself with people you feel safe and loved by. Set firm boundaries with the people who make you feel unsafe
Be discerning with what social media, music, podcasts, tv shows, etc. you consume. All of the things we “digest” are affecting the strength of our electromagnetic field. Make sure the media you take in aligns with your values
Give yourself moments of screen free time in the forest
Practice kundalini yoga kriyas to strengthen your aura. (Kia Miller is my go-to kundalini teacher, and you can find her classes online. She teaches on the app “glo,” among other places)
This concludes our journey from the root chakra to the crown chakra, landing in the circular energy light that seals in the power of our physical/emotional/mental/spiritual being. When we work through trauma therapy, resources are essential to make us feel safe, and these activities engaging the chakra system will create firm foundations for your growth. I can’t wait to hear about your experience.