This ancient meditation focuses on the seventh chakra, commonly referred to as the "seat of the soul".  This chakra is also considered home to the "spark of life" - the spiritual part inside us which gives our bodies life.   Physically, this chakra also corresponds to the pineal gland, which is found behind the eyes, between the ears, and approximately in the center of the head.  

The benefits of this meditation are numerous:

• It empowers and cleanses our souls.

• It offers a visualization of oneness with the planet and universe by having us picture our spiritual essence from the pineal gland actually traveling down to the Earth's center and back again.  

• It provides rejuvenation and attunement with the energies of the Earth.

DOING IT:

Standing straight with your hands at your sides, place your feet together.  Close your eyes and imagine the pineal gland inside your head (precise location described above).  It is best to picture it as a bright, white energy source shaped like a ball.  Now take a deep inhale while continuing your visualization of the white light ball.  Next, exhale forcibly, moving the ball of light quickly through the inside of your body and down into the Earth.  Imagine the energy ball continuing deep into the core of the Earth, beyond molten lava, to the incredible power source at the very center. It can take a second or two for your energy ball to reach the center, so allow enough time to really complete the visualization.

Now, gradually begin to inhale.  Be sure to proceed slowly enough to really feel the energy rising up from the Earth, through your body, and ultimately back into the pineal. 

It is best to repeat this exercise at least three times.