The Subtle Layers of Healing
Energy healing invites in a deeper awareness of Self and allows us to tune into the more subtle layers of our being. We walk this earthy playground in our physical bodies, but there are other layers of our being waiting to be discovered beyond this. In Yoga, there are 5 subtle layers interweaved in our existence, also called the 5 Koshas.
Physical/material body (Annamaya) - Related to the Earth element, the physical or material body is our densest form of existence. It is fueled and nourished by the food we eat.
-Asana or physical yoga practice can support the physical body.
Vital/breath body (Pranamaya) - Related to the water element, this layer is the vital energy which flows in and around the physical body. Other cultures may identify this layer as the aura, chi, life force and in Yoga, Prana. This layer is nourished by the breath, the universal life force surrounding us such as the sun.
-Pranayama or breathing practices can deeply nourish this layer.
Mental/emotional body (Manomaya): Related to the fire element, this layer consists of our thinking mind and emotions. This layer permeates the first two, so what we think and feel affects the flow of energy (prana) in the body as well as our physical health. This subtle layer can be impacted by the environments around us including the media we ingest and the people we surround ourselves with. Creating a mindfulness practice to become aware of our thoughts and emotions can support this subtle layer of existence.
-Meditation, a practice of withdrawing the senses, can sustain optimal well being of this layer.
Intellect/Intuitive Body (Vijnanamaya): Related to the air element, this layer comprises universal intelligence; our inner knowing and wisdom. When this layer is nourished and balanced, we can learn to receive intuitive messages. By resting in this kosha, we become aware of intellect beyond the mind, thoughts, emotions and listen with a deep inner knowing. One can discover their life’s purpose, or dharma with the awareness of this sheath.
-A deepening of all previous listed practice will support this sheath.
Bliss body (Anandamaya): Related to the ether element, this layer is the most subtle of the koshas and permeates and comprises all other layers. This layer is pure, spiritual bliss - a union of spirit and matter.
-This layer is serviced through Bhakti, or devotion and Seva, or service.
If we walk this earth only focused on the physical, without the awareness that these other layers exist - we are missing out on so much of the beauty and depth that life has to offer. Energy healing is tapping + tuning into your energy field(s) and aligning with your Higher self. Like a snake that continuously sheds its skin, we too must ritually let go of the past, thoughts, beliefs, patterns that no longer serve us. Energy healing allows us to find the unconscious and bridge it to the conscious mind. This is how we heal, this is how we transform, this is how we grow.
It starts with a subtle awareness of the physical body, moving deeper into the prana or life force energy of ourselves and then deeper still into our thoughts, emotions, patterns. We then begin to discover our universal intelligence and intuitive knowledge and become one with mind + body + spirit; a true union or state of bliss. Energy healing, practice and presence invite in this transformative, expansive self so we can create a life fueled with deep passion and aligned with our Dharmic path.
Energy healing has bridged me to my most authentic and True Self. It has brought an expansive awareness to life and my relationship with Self. I’ve come to know the deepest corners of my psyche through the practice of Reiki, Yoga and Ceremony. We are powerful beings who have the ability to co-create our destiny + our dream lives. If we are living in old patterns, beliefs and thoughts then we will continue to create the same reality over and over and over. If we create sacred space to harmonize mind, body, spirit - we have the ability to transcend any limiting illusions and create transformation that will serve our greatest evolution.
You have the free will to be and do whatever you want… How do you wish to create your dream life? How will you harness your greatest gifts? You can expand past conditioning and habitual patterning to create a new energetic state and welcome in your most powerful and True Self. She is waiting for you on the other side of change. She is ready for you to let go and let it all in.
Xx Amber Renae
