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#Elements #Modalities #Energy #Hermetic Principles #Correspondence
                #As Above So Below, As Below So Above

Four Elements

The idea that the four elements (fire, water, earth and air) are the underlying building blocks of everything we know in the world was the cornerstone of philosophy, science and medicine for thousands of years.

The theory was first suggested around 450 BC and later supported and studied further by Aristotle.

Carl Jung saw the four elements as archetypes existing in the collective unconscious and thus present in everyone. In Jungian psychology, it is the degree of development of each of the four elements in our conscious mind balanced with the unconscious retention of the elements that determine our personality and attitude. Jung considered Fire and Air the active, masculine elements and Water and Earth the passive, feminine elements.

In early Buddhism, the four elements are a basis for understanding suffering and for liberating oneself from suffering. In alchemy, as in psychology, the goal is to develop a balance of the elements within the individual. Even Empedocles noted that those who have near equal proportions of the four elements are more intelligent and have the truest perceptions of reality.

Personal transformation and individual integration are dependent upon balancing the elements within the psyche, and the deeper relationships of the elements (whether they oppose or complement one another) determine whether we are basically happy and balanced or develop neuroses, phobias, and other psychological disturbances. 

**Air-Mind **Earth-Body**Water-Emotion**Fire-Action**

Three Modalities

There are twelve zodiac signs in astrology, three for each of the four elements (three fire signs, three water signs, three air signs and three earth signs). Each of the four elements represents a cardinal expression, a fixed expression and a mutable expression. These expressions are known as modalities or quadruplicates of the elements. The three modalities show us how the signs interact with the world around them.

The easiest way to understand the concept of  modalities is to picture the element  in three stages of its expression. Think of our lives: we are born, we live and we die.

Think of fire in its three life stages. You light a match to start the fire. You watch the fire to become brighter and hotter as it spreads.  Finally, the fire is barely twinkling in the dark and is no longer hot or dangerous to come close to.

There are four seasons in the year. Cardinal signs start the seasons, fixed mark the middle, and mutable appear at the change of each season. Four elements multiplied by the three modalities equals twelve distinct energy fields and, therefore, the twelve zodiac signs.

Energy

Every atom in the human body is built of positively charged protons, neutrons (no change) and negatively charged electrons, which in return, correspond with the positive and negative energies of the universe (yang and yin).

The Nei Ching (one of the oldest known medical books) states, "The entire universe is an oscillation of the forces Yin and Yang." Moreover, the twelve zodiac signs (related to 12 areas of life and corresponding with the energies of the planets in our galaxy) are nothing more than the combinations of active and passive energies that create 12 unique energy fields.

Crystals and Energy

Crystals have been valued for their power and beauty for centuries. In the modern world, they serve as critical technological elements found anywhere from cell phones to satellites. Crystals are highly sensitive and have the ability to receive and transmit energy.

Just as a human body represents a unique molecular matrix, each stone represents a unique crystalline matrix, containing an energetic structure. The crystals and stones are able to absorb and contain within certain Universal energies, and therefore, in their own crystalline way, represent unique and sole personalities. Unique in its color, shape, transparency and size, every little crack, blemish and imperfection add to a stone's distinctive energy structure. (Read more at https://www.lazulimoonlight.com/crystals/.)

Planets and Energy

The planets in our solar system are all making their ways around the sun and absorb solar energy. Each celestial body absorbs the amount of the energy based on its characteristics and requirements; further, each planet radiates excess. Earth too absorbs the energy from the sun in addition to the energies released by other planets in the galaxy. We are the residents of planet Earth and, therefore, absorb and feel these energies within our bodies and minds.

The positions of the planets at the moment of one's birth have direct impact on the life of that individual. In the world built of energy and only separated by the rate of vibration and underlying frequency, the energy and the character of each planet hold direct correspondence with our bodies and lives. (Read more at https://www.lazulimoonlight.com/planets-and-energies/.)

The Hermetic Principle of Correspondence

The planets of our galaxy are massive, heavenly rocks that influence our bodies here on earth. Crystals are massive, inner-earth rocks that also can influence our bodies here of the surface.

"As above, so below and as below, so above" is a universal law, and as such, the crystals that form below us also correspond to the planets that rotate and spiral above us. Every planet has a corresponding crystal that shares a specific type of energetic resonance. Basically, everything is connected.

Using the principle of correspondence, "as above, so below," we are able to distinguish and identify the correspondences of the vast and abundant universe where we exist.

Through the use of these correspondences, symbolism and your own energy, it is possible to bring the specific mental requests into manifestation. The initial goal is to make them concrete in your mind through visualization. 

Kabbalah

"Kabbalah teaches us how to transform ourselves into cables that transmit the divine to the earthly and to bridge— via the energetic magic of the Tree of Life—the above and the below."

Kabbalah is an ancient paradigm for living, a set of spiritual principles that unlock all of life's mysteries and give us the secret code that governs the universe. This is an incredible system of logic and a phenomenal technology that can alter the way you view your life. On a literal level, the word Kabbalah means "to receive." This ancient wisdom teaches us how to receive fulfillment in life.

Tree of Life 

The Tree of Life blooms in the center of the mystical garden of Kabbalah. Each of the 10 spheres/ circles of the Tree of Life represents a different archetype or energy field. The 10 spheres are arranged in three pillars, which correspond to the three modalities in astrology (cardinal, fixed, and mutable).

The right pillar (white) symbolizes the expansion or active energy (yang). The left pillar (black) symbolizes form, structure, contraction or passive energy (yin). The middle pillar is known as the pillar of consciousness or balance. The three pillars also represent our soul, body and spirit (also correspond with three modalities).

The 10 circles on the tree of life that correspond to the planets in our gallaxy are connected by the 22 paths, which in return, correspond to the 22 trumps of tarot in major arcana (also correspond with the 22 letters of the Jewish alphabet).

Magic

You do not have to be born a witch to perform magic. What most don't understand is the way magic works. We project a large part of our reality with our minds and thoughts and also have the ability to create with our minds. (More at www.lazulimoonlight.com/working-with-thoughts.) The key is to believe, which is not that easy. You literally have to work to reprogram your brain!

Through the use of universal correspondences, symbolism and your own energy, it is possible to bring the specific mental requests into manifestation. The initial goal is to make them concrete in your mind through visualization.

Energy follows focus. The crystals serve as energetic allies and will provide additional energy needed to reach your goal. This powerful energetic force, once directed towards your goal, will trigger certain response. This is magic!

Crystals have been valued for their power and beauty for centuries. In the modern world, they serve as critical technological elements found anywhere from cell phones to satellites. All crystals are highly sensitive and have the ability to receive as well as transmit energy. Many of us own gemstone jewelry and loose crystals, however, fewer are aware of their stones' energetic properties or know how to program and use that energy towards their aspirations and goals.

How do crystals work?

Just as a human body represents a unique molecular matrix, your stone represents a unique crystalline matrix, containing an energetic structure. Many refer to crystals and stones as crystalline beings; they are, though in a different sense from us, very much alive.

The crystals are able to absorb and contain within certain Universal energies, and therefore, in their own crystalline way, represent unique and sole personalities. Unique in its color, shape, transparency and size, every little crack, blemish and imperfection add to a stone's distinctive energy structure and therefore, its essence and unique personality.

How do you work with crystals?

Connecting

People often are attracted to stones that match their personal energetic resonance. Think of connecting as a tuning technique (just as you need to tune a guitar).

• Rub your hands to warm up the palms and activate the palm chakras.
• Hold and examine your stone for a few moments, pay attention to its shape, size, color, cracks and lines. Imagine that you will need to replicate and draw the image of the stone at a later time without looking at it.
• Close your eyes, take a few slow deep breaths in and out (inhale and exhale on the count of 4) and project an image of your stone into your mind's eye (just visualize your crystal with the eyes closed).
• Hold your stone for a few minutes with your eyes closed, try to observe any sensations such as heat or slight tingling inside of your hand. Open your eyes and continue to hold your crystal or place it in your packet for a few hours as you continue to the next task of your day.

Programming

Stones do not understand our language and thoughts; they read our energy. A crystal can serve as an energetic catalyst for alignment with your aspirations and goals. Think of programming a crystal as a communication technique. What type of energy are you looking to manifest in your life?

• Set your intention, hold the crystal and close your eyes.
• Imagine your goal as you have already achieved it, and the abundant universe has magnificently granted your wish to you. You feel happy, thankful and grateful!
• While still holding your crystal, focus on the energy of gratitude for what you know soon will become a reality in your life.
• Let the energy of this thought travel through the body in the form of glowing golden light and mentally project that light into the crystal.
• Program your crystal ally for the mission: I'm thankful and grateful for _______ (visualize your goal as you have already achieved it).

Cleansing

The cleansing process isn't a physical cleaning with soap and water, but intended to cleanse the stone of its stored energies. As crystals have the ability to receive and transmit energy, cleansing a stone will increase the effects of its metaphysical energies.

Not all crystals should be cleansed in the same way, as some will fade in the sunlight while other crystals might dissolve in water and certain gems may scratch if buried in sea-salt.

Most crystals will best respond to one of the following universal cleansing methods:

• Allow your crystal to bathe in the moonlight on the magical night of the FULL MOON! (Simply place your crystal outside after sunset or place it by the window on the night of the full moon.)
• Place your stone next to a piece of SELENITE for about 14 minutes (set an intention in your mind to purify and reenergize your stone).
• Burn WHITE SAGE to cleanse not only your crystals but also your environment and yourself. (Always practice caution when burning incense and keep a window open.)