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Ear candling: a holistic approach to balance and wellness
Ear candling, also known as coning, is a practice with roots in ancient civilisations such as the Incas and Aztecs. It was later embraced and popularised by the Hopi Native Americans. This unique therapy uses the transformative element of fire, which is believed to have powerful purifying properties that influence both the physical and energetic aspects of the body.
On a physical level, ear candling benefits the auditory system and alleviates various ENT (ear, nose, and throat) ailments. It also supports the nervous system and aids the functioning of internal organs, including detoxifying organs like the liver and kidneys, as well as the digestive system.
For optimal results, it is recommended that ear candling sessions are performed by a Reiki practitioner. Combining ear candling with Reiki in one session often amplifies the therapeutic effects.
The ear candling procedure
Ear candling works through a chimney effect, where the burning cone creates a gentle vacuum. This process generates warmth, which, combined with herbs, natural essential oils, and the active substances in beeswax, stimulates acupuncture points connected to the body’s internal organs.
The session begins with treating the ear that is in poorer health, and the procedure should always involve both ears to maintain balance. A full session typically lasts 40 to 50 minutes. Depending on the client’s physical and energetic needs, a series of treatments can be scheduled, with up to 11 sessions spaced 1-2 days apart.
Ear candling vs. ear coning
While ear candling and ear coning are similar, there are distinct differences. Ear coning uses larger cones and has a more profound therapeutic effect than ear candling, which is shorter and simpler. Achieving the same results with ear candling may require several sessions, while a single ear coning treatment can provide comparable, often superior, benefits. For children, ear candling is typically preferred due to its gentler nature.
Benefits of ear candling
Ear candling offers a range of benefits for physical, emotional, and energetic well-being:
Boosting immunity
- Strengthens the immune system by stimulating acupuncture points in the ear.
- Supports the treatment of respiratory conditions such as bronchitis, asthma, and hay fever.
- Aids recovery from colds, flu, and other upper respiratory infections.
Enhancing sensory functions
- Improves hearing and alleviates ear irritation, including ringing or tinnitus.
- Supports better functioning of other senses, including sight, smell, and taste.
Regulating pressure
- Balances intracranial pressure by equalising pressure in the sinuses and eardrum.
- Relieves headaches (including migraines) and dizziness.
Detoxification
- Removes excess earwax and toxins.
- Aids in detoxifying the sinuses, lymphatic system, and nervous system.
- Stimulates lymphatic circulation and clears blockages in lymph nodes.
- Supports metabolic processes and reduces digestive issues related to stress.
Reducing stress
- Promotes relaxation for the body and mind.
- Alleviates stress, anxiety, depression, insomnia, and hyperactivity.
- Creates a sense of lightness in the head and improves mental clarity.
Energetic cleansing
- Clears and strengthens the body’s energetic field.
- Reaches deeper energetic levels with each session, removing blockages and restoring balance to the mental and emotional realms.
Contraindications for ear candling
While ear candling is generally safe, there are some contraindications:
- Acute ear infections with pus or discharge.
- Missing or damaged eardrum.
- Ear implants, hearing aids, or other internal devices.
Allergies to beeswax or related substances.
Navel candling: balancing emotions and energy
Navel candling, also known as belly coning, focuses on the energetic and emotional significance of the navel area. Often overlooked as merely a scar from birth, the navel is a potent energy point associated with emotions and reactions to life’s events and relationships.
This therapy is particularly effective for psychosomatic symptoms, especially when unresolved emotions manifest as digestive issues or other physical symptoms. Emotional blockages, such as anger or resentment, can disrupt the liver, stomach, and intestines. Navel candling helps release these blockages, restoring energetic and physical balance.
The navel and its connection to chakras
The navel is located between the sacral chakra (second chakra) and the solar plexus chakra (third chakra).
- The sacral chakra governs the reproductive system and lower back, influencing fertility and sexual health. Blockages here can lead to emotional and physical imbalances.
- The solar plexus chakra is linked to the liver, stomach, intestines, and muscular system. It plays a crucial role in our relationships, sense of control, and ability to function within a group.
Because both chakras are strongly connected to emotions, navel candling offers a powerful way to address unresolved feelings and regain emotional harmony.
Ear and navel candling are holistic therapies that promote relaxation, detoxification, and balance for both body and mind. When combined with complementary practices like Reiki, these ancient methods offer profound healing and rejuvenation for individuals seeking a deeper connection to their physical and energetic well-being.
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