Herbal Teas - Cloud Walking Tea by Nuwati Herbals

During my recent trip to the Foxwoods Reserve and Casino, I picked up a couple of teas I found in one of the shops that featured native made products and mostly native owned businesses, which is refreshing to see!

I came across some bottles of tea by Nuwati Herbals. The first tea I picked up was the Cloud Walking Tea. I am someone who has quite a bit of trouble sleeping and staying asleep, so I was happy to find something natural that might help me out. 

What I really enjoy about this particular tea is that the effects of it are slow releasing. In other words, youre not going to be suddenly knocked out after drinking it or have the heavy grogginess and confusion that sometimes comes with fast relating sleep aides or other teas like this. 

The recommended serving size is 1 tablespoon per cup of tea. I found this amount of tea to be a little too strong for me, so I cut it down to about half a tablespoon and this worked perfectly. 

The taste is very floral and earthy. I did notice that the finishing note on this tea is quite bitter, at least to me. So, I personally add a little bit of sugar, honey, agave, cherry juice, whatever type of natural sweetener I have on hand. I personally add about a teaspoon or two and it cuts the bitter flavor just enough where its not so strong or noticeable. 

Nuwati Herbals only features loose teas, so I recommend either purchasing one of their tea bags or using one of your own tea infusers. However, I do recommended making sure that the infuser has much smaller holes / strainer to prevent bits of the leaves from getting into your tea if youre using your own. Using a mesh strainer is also a good idea if you have one. 

An Intro To Aromatherapy : Common/ Most Accessible Essential Oils

For this introduction to aromatherapy I will introduce to you, a few of the most common, accessible essential oils that you can use to get started in the world of aromatherapy and cleansing. 


1. Lavender : Lavender can be very calming and help you with sleep. I would recommend you use it carefully or sparingly as for myself and many others, too much of this oil or scent can cause a headache. 

2. Chamomile : Most of you know Chamomile in the form of a tea. In the form of an oil, it can have the same calming, restful effects. that a tea will give you. It has a very earthy scent and is great when mixed with other complimentary oils. 

*I will provide a quick guide on how to mix or combine oils safely, effectively, in another post*

3. Rosemary : This oil is more invigorating and uplifting than the first two mentioned. This is another earthy, woodsy scent and is great when used with a mixer or carrier oil. This oil can be used in a diffuser (as all other oils can be), or with a carrier oil when used directly on the skin for massage purposes. 

*Carrier oils should be mixed with any essential oil when you put it directly on the skin. Carrier oils (such as almond oil, for one example) dilute the essential oil enough so it has a lower chance of it causing a reaction on your skin, or being too overpowering.*

4. Lemon : Lemon is another invigorating and refreshing scent. Often used in face washes, to act as a wake up or pick me up in the morning. Lemon oil as an obvious citrusy, vibrant and light floral scent to it. Lemon itself is antibacterial as well, which is why its in so many skincare and cleaning products. 

5. Frankincense : This is a very deep, warm scent. It is quintessential in cleansing your home and is commonly used. To some, Frankincense is considered holy or scared. I suggest you use this oil with a carrier oil or in a diffuser, as it can be very strong / potent if used on its on or if you use too much. This oil is believed to help with respiratory issues, so it can be used in a hot bath or as a massage oil. 

6. Peppermint : Peppermint is fresh, distinct and refreshing. It can permeate a room instantly if it is clean and fresh. Mint is believed to help with digestion or stomach aches. Some people use peppermint to rid their home of insects and pests, but my favorite use for it is in aromatherapy. A few drops in a steaming shower or hot bath, mixed with a carrier oil to help alleviate sore muscles, or in a diffuser so it can permeate the air and slowly lead you into a cooling state. 

"Psychic / Medium" Stereotypes - Focus On Appearance / Behavior

If you've ever seen a psychic, medium, or spiritually gifted person on TV, in a book, magazine, etc, they've most likely either been portrayed as; a) a dark, brooding, almost gothic looking person or b) a hippie, floaty, spacey type that waves their hands over a crystal ball. 

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While this can be accurate sometimes, based on the individuals style or persona, I find it to be wildly inaccurate for the most part. On occasion, even I have been met with skepticism solely because of how I look and / or present myself. Spiritually gifted people do, in fact, look normal or even blend in completely with everyone else. We are not all gothic or spacey hippies. Not that there is anything wrong with you if you happen to be that way. 

There are certain "famous psychics" that are not helping the cause with some of their behavior or presentation either. People who use "Miss ____" or "The Amazing ____" or even "Lady ____", are not to be trusted in my opinion. This habit is from way back when psychics were viewed only as mystics who hid in dark rooms and chanted over crystal ball and tarot cards. 

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In fact, Ive seen many examples of spiritually gifted people being portrayed as scary, evil, as bullies, etc. A prime example of this is The Craft. Now, as much I enjoy this classic "cult" favorite, I do think it puts a negative spin on spiritual people and practices, especially those who practice "alternative spirituality". The girls in the movie were also self proclaimed witches, so on the flip side of my previous statement, I do think it brings attention to the fact that "modern witches" are not what they seem to be, because they don't have any real ability, and Wicca or Witchcraft is simply an alternative belief system. Many modern practitioners of Wicca and Witchcraft tend to let it all go their heads, which is clearly depicted in the movie. 

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Now that we've covered some basic issues with how authentic spiritually gifted  people behave, what do they do? What do they not do?

Dos:

- Some of us can see the past, present and/or future

- Some of us practice herbalism (this is NOT synonymous with Wicca, nor is herbalism a natural born ability.)

- Some of us read people (there are numerous types of legitimate reading techniques)

- Some of us help people

- Some of us use crystals as a spiritual supplement or to aid in cleansing and bringing in positive energy

- We are (mostly), all different 

Donts:

- We don't know everything

- We don't always predict things

- We don't all do love or pregnancy readings

- We aren't what you see in Hollywood, or "Phone Psychic" ads

- We don't remove curses (do not trust anyone who says they can)

- We don't solely do readings from tarot cards or pendulums (I would be cautious with people who solely rely on cards, tea leaves, pendulums, and the like to "read" people)

- We can't tell you what to do or make life decisions for you

- We can't tel you exactly who you'll marry, or when, how, etc

- We don't need to see you naked to read you! This may seem obvious but there have been far too many cases of people getting taken advantage of by creepy frauds on various platforms

- We don't all see auras, but most could learn how

- We don't learn our abilities/ how to be psychic we are either born with them or we aren't (there are only a select few things that people can learn how to do, aura reading is one of them)

- We don't literally read your mind

- We don't need a bunch of your personal info (full name, birthday, location, etc)

- We don't all "see" dead people (except, I do :P )

*Please note that these lists are condensed for the purpose of this article and there are many more examples that can and may be added to these lists!*

In conclusion, there are stereotypes upon stereotypes about spiritually gifted people. In the years to come, I'm sure more will pop up as the way we are viewed changes and develops. 

The Ouija Situation

I was sitting in my room, on a Skype call when I started getting texts from my sister regarding her friends. Her friend had shown her a photo of a window in his house, saying that he was seeing things run around his house, the window had been broken and that someone had been scratched, among other experiences. I read the photo, immediately seeing that there was three spirits in his home. Two of them, were the same person. 

First, I saw the girl, wearing a hospital gown, her arms waving side to side in the air, an unnatural grin on her face. Her hair was damp and looked dark. Her skin looked sickly and the laugh she emanated was bone chilling. I saw that she was projecting a male image (which can clearly be seen in the photo I was sent, she was standing behind him / the projection)along with her true image (what she looked like in life). 

I saw her locked up in a hospital and restrained. I saw that she was violent, and extremely mentally ill. I felt that she took joy in harming people, and enjoyed scaring people. I also saw that she was messing with their phones and hiding around their house. I saw that she had been locked up for some time and had tried to harm her family. I also saw that she had been alive not too too long ago. I figured around the late 90s. 

Soon after I started my reading on the photo, relaying my messages through text to my sister, who then relayed them to her friend, my sister came through my bedroom door with her friend on the phone. I could tell right away that this boy was terrified. Normally, teenage boys don't want to appear scared or frightened, especially in front of their buddies. But he, and the other two boys involved were clearly distraught over the situation. I took the phone call and told them to slowly explain what happened. 

According to her friend that I spoke to, they had bought a Ouija board earlier, and decided to mess with it in a small building. As they were describing how they used the ouija board, I saw someone hanging from a noose, and I saw blood. 

Come to find out, as her friend was explaining himself, it was confirmed that the location in which they used the ouija board wasn't too far from the Norwich State Hospital for the (sometimes criminally) insane. He also said that "We followed all the rules, we said goodbye" Well, I hope this is a reminder for everyone reading, that it doesn't matter if you follow the rules, it doesn't matter if you're polite or think its a game. The Ouija has no pure intentions or uses, it is not safe and should never be used. 

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During the phone call, I gave instructions and advice on what to do to calm the situation at the home. I told him to either burn or return the Ouija Board and told the homeowner to reclaim his space without being aggressive and without provoking the spirit. I told him to expect to be rushed by the spirit, and that if anything else were to happen that night, he wouldn't see it coming, as this spirit is very sneaky and stayed low to the ground. Obviously still concerned, the boys asked if there was anything else I could do for them. So, I invited them to come to our house and I would help them cleanse themselves. I put together a small bag of frankincense, frankincense oil and myrrh cones, so they could each cleanse their own homes as an extra precaution. I had them stand outside on our deck, and I helped them cleanse, pushing any and all negative energy out and into the ground. Fortunately, I think the spirit was more attached to the house they brought it to, rather than the boys. 

Since I cleansed them, I haven't heard any concerns from the boys or requests for further help, which is a good sign. 

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So, You've Been Seeing Repeating Numbers!

Have you ever caught yourself glancing at the clock and seeing the same numbers appear time and time again? Have you come across a bill board, a house or building with these same repeating numbers on them? If so, continue reading to find out what exactly this could mean for you and what numbers themselves are trying to tell you!

I finally decided to write up this article because I myself, as well as my partner have been seeing repeating numbers for months now. We became curious and decided to do a bit of research into what these numbers might mean and how they relate to our current situations and perceptions. 

Triple Numbers: The Most Common Sets Seen 

1:11 (111) is often thought of as a wake up call from your spirit guides and from the universe itself. These numbers call on you to really open yourself up to your true creative potential and true goals. It also calls upon you to pay more attention to those around you and let you know you're on the right path, put to keep paying attention and stay not track. These numbers can let you know that there is a high level of energy flowing around you, and to take advantage of it. 


2:22 (222)is often associated with obtaining or maintaining balance in your life. These numbers sometimes appear to remind you to stay true to who you are and what you believe in, to follow your gut. 

3:33 (333) tends to be one I personally see a lot no matter what my situation is. These numbers call for tuning your mind, body and spirit and aligning them with each other to create balance and harmony within yourself. These numbers call upon you to pay attention to what may be out of balance. In Christianity 333 is also in reference to the holy trinity. These numbers can also be an indication of the need for change and tough decisions need to be made. 

4:44 (444) is sometimes associated with family. These numbers may also be calling on you to pay more attention to what your loved ones are doing and to put more value in your family life. These numbers may also reference spiritual growth an awakening, especially for someone with abilities that are considered to be paranormal or of "psychic" origin. 

5:55 (555) Change and transformation may be around the corner for you if you keep spotting these numbers. These numbers are also considered by some to be the highest numbers one can reach. It may symbolize total spiritual awareness and "god like knowledge". This, again, is especially true for people with gifts or abilities that are out of the norm. These numbers are thought to hold and represent great power. 


Now, in my case I have been catching the numbers 222, 333, 444, 555 throughout the day for... Id say just about 2 months now. Now, from the research Ive done about this, I have gathered that this may mean that abilities and spiritual awareness will continue to grow and new abilities may present themselves. This may also mean that there is an ascension to greater things and constant transformation that is needed during this time. 

Because there are more double numbers that one can see, than triple numbers, I will save the most common double digits for another post! :)

Tools Used In Paranormal Investigations (1)

EMF METER : EMF stands for Electric Motive Force, which is how much force an electric charge has that the meter picks up on. Many investigators say that EMF is Electro Magnetic Fields, but this is technically not true. And, the scenes in which these investigators are using said EMF Detector, are basically filler scenes to entice the audience. The EMF detector cannot accurately detect spirit activity. But, heres what it DOES do, according to the Paranormal Investigation and Research Group : 

"The object is to measure the fields strength so that we can compare it to what is found in other locations. From this comparison, we can determine if there is poor insulation on some machine or if there are possible dangers to someone working in a given area. It can also be used to locate faulty wiring and hidden electronic spying equipment. "

In fact, I don't even recommend using one. You won't be able to gather and hard evidence of a paranormal occurrence using an EMF Meter. One was used in my home when I had a team come out to confirm the events that my family was experiencing, and it was being thrown off by various things in my house, such as a small fan, a turned off air conditioner, and other electrical devices. 

SB7 Spirit Box : The Spirit Box was designed to pick up the voices and sounds of spirits in real time. Essentially, its just like using a tape recorder, but you're hearing the messages in real time, and often, more clearly. The Spirit Box works by sweeping over hundreds of frequencies at a rapid rate in order to pick up a spirit communication, giving you higher chances of picking up a clear message. Some people choose to use a separate speaker to enhance the volume and clarity of the audio coming through the box, as one complaint is that it is sometimes hard to hear whats coming through. This tool is favored because of the rapid rate in which it sweeps, about 5 frequencies per second. This lessens the chance of you coming across a radio station or police signal. So, if you do end up hearing messages or full words/sentences, chances are that it is paranormal!

It is important to remember that none of the devices shown in this series of articles are meant to be used as toys. Whether they are being used for paranormal research or not, they are still scientific tools and are not to be regarded lightly. 

Paranormal Terminology 2

Cold Spots: An environmental manifestation of spirit activity. Normally, cold spots are sudden, focused and significant drops in temperature. Normally occurring in areas with high levels of spirit activity. 

Evidence Analysis: This one is pretty much self explanatory, but this is the part of the investigation where researchers will go over each piece of evidence and debunk anything that is questionable. This is also where they go over EVPs, photos and videos captured. 

Eyewitness Accounts: This should take place before any other part of the investigation. This is where researchers take down eyewitness experiences and accounts. This will help them have a reference point during the investigation, to see if they can confirm, debunk and/or capture evidence to deny or confirm the testimonies of the family or individual. 

Inhuman: This term is somewhat controversial, but it is a term used to describe activity, phenomena or entities that are believed to be of non human origin. Some use the blanket term "demon" to describe inhuman entities, but just because something isn't human, doesn't necessarily mean it is evil. 

Lights Out: Though this term isn't used across the board for all investigations, it is used quite often to signal the official start of a paranormal investigation or experiment.