12 rules of a modern day jedi apprentice to help you discover your inner power

During my recent visit to my home country Ukraine, I took a course in “SPAS”. It is an old Ukrainian Cossack tradition that goes beyond just energy healing and covers many different practical energy-related techniques directed towards living in harmony with Nature without abandoning life in society. Energy-informational map of SPAS goes beyond just human aura and teaches skills that many would consider as extrasensory…

The 3rd Chakra – the Solar Plexus Chakra

The third chakra is situated at the base of the rib cage and is represented by the yellow Manipura mandala (jewel city), symbolised by birds. This chakra is the foundation of the metal body, enabling you to pick up the essences and vibrations from places, people and things. This chakra surrounds energy, self-control, personal power, emotional issues and issues of self-acceptance. The solar plexus chakra…

Second Chakra – sexual chakra or Sacral Plexus

The second chakra is situated in the womb in the lower area of the abdomen behind the belly button. It is symbolised by a fish and is represented by the orange Svadhistthana mandala (one’s own place), the element of water. This chakra is the source of creativity and inspiration, which influences our ability to feel sensations, atmospheres and emotions. This centre controls our ability to let…

Asteroids

A lesser known aspect of astrology is the use of asteroids. The asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter has many thousands of course, but some of the bigger ones (from 250km - 1000km in diameter) have been named and given symbolic archetypal meaning by modern astrologers. Four primary ones are Ceres, Vesta, Juno and Pallas, discovered just over a hundred years ago, although it is…

First Chakra –Root, Base or Kundalini Chakra

The first chakra is situated at the base of the spine or tail bone and is symbolised by a snake or a dragon and represented by a red Maladhara mandala (root support), the element of fire. This chakra is the foundation of our physical body - it stimulates the vital forces throughout your body and keeps you grounded to the earth. Your immune system, energy…

Skin Rejuvenating Organic Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is known throughout the world for for being a hair tonic, an edible oil, a deep penetrating massage oil and for making your skin feel super smooth. The natives where coconuts are found, massage the oil onto their skin as it is believed to protect their skin from the harmful rays of the sun. So this natural oil, in it's organic form can protect the skin far better than our processed and artificial sunscreen…

Drug waste in SA’s drinking water raises health concerns

Traces of antiretrovirals, anti-epileptic drugs, antibiotics and antidepressants are allegedly lingering in South African tap water. (Also read our article: Why South Africa could be edging towards a water crisis) Compounds of these drugs have been found in several studies on water sources around South Africa between 2013 and June 2015. Read more...

A different type of grid is needed to solve SA’s energy challenge

South Africa would get a much better return on its energy investments if it planned a smarter and more flexible electricity grid, Institute for Security Studies (ISS) researcher Steve Hedden said on Tuesday. A better grid would also boost the contribution of wind and solar energy. Read more...

Five Spring Energy Superfoods

Just because the weather is warmer, it doesn’t mean that you’re guaranteed of instantly feeling energetic. If it feels like you’re still carrying the hibernation desire of winter, here are five superfoods to boost your energy and give you that spring feeling. Read more...

Healing at The Hydro Wine Estate

The Hydro was established in 1972 and can be found nestled in the Idas Valley, just outside Stellenbosch. It is renowned for it's holistic approach towards balancing a healthy body, clear mind and positive attitude. A staff of 85 fully trained professionals in therapy, medicine and exercise science are at your service. There is also a gymnasium, private swimming pool and onsite health shop for…