Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Pagan: Element- Air

Though we can't see this Element, we do see its effect on people, places, and objects. Air-- we can't live without it, and in some ways, it's the closest to Spirit we come. All Elements are dualistic in nature- positive/negative, male/female, but in Air, we find a more distinctly male orientation in this Element.

For many, this Element is one of the mind-- psychic abilities, intelligence, emotion and that of creativity. Air is one we see the results, not necessarily the process it delves into. Because of that, often, it's easier to dismiss this Element as being part of the Spirit-- which it is kin, but not exact.

Just as we did last time, one of the things we need to talk about is the positive and negative effects of this Element. From being able to breathe, to it clearing smog from our path-- Air is a positive thing. It's life encouraging and it encourages creativity in what we can't see with our own eyes. But there's the negative aspect-- writer's block, choking, sandstorms that take away your breath and your skin. Air has some of the most damaging negative aspects because they aren't just physical but also attack the mental and emotional.

So, how do we approach Air in all his glory? For one of my friends, who is aligned to Air as her main Element of power, she has a parent/child relationship. She realizes not just the danger of Air, but also the joy to be had within it. One of the thing she does is regularly spend time with Air in a neutral environment, thus allowing Air to manifest himself in the way he sees fit. Call upon him in a room that has no air current to distract your attention. When he arrives, you'll see a difference in that you might feel a breeze or even perhaps form connections to ideas and thoughts in a way you've never have before.

Lesson to experience Air:

Go outside on a fairly calm day, but where there are fallen leaves, sand on the beach, or even a freshly mowed lawn. The idea is having something outside that you can practice using air to the move the objects in question. Calling upon Air for help, begin focusing your mind on moving the leaves in a forward direction. Visualize the movement, how the wind blows the leaves with a small breeze. Watch for the wind to come help you. Call upon it by name if you know the names of the winds in your area. This lesson will take time and perserverance on your part to achieve it.

Another lesson is to do what's known as automatic writing. Set your circle as you normally do, asking for protection and guidance. Then call upon Air to help you becoming more aware of the creativity of the mind. Using pen and paper, let your mind become blank, then write whatever comes into your mind, allowing Air to guide and direct the thoughts and the writing. By doing this, you'll come into greater connection with Air's creative aspects. (continue reading &aquo;)

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