How to Use the Violet Flame

The violet flame is a visualization technique and a form of spiritual alchemy or transformation. The violet flame is used to transmute negative energy into positive energy and to burn up any attachments to substances, relationships or negative thought patterns.The violet flame also helps one gain courage and proceed into the unknown future with grace.The history of the violet flame is a mystery. Violet, which is associated with the crown chakra, is the highest vibration color in the chakra system. The crown chakra is our connection to the cosmic consciousness, and it is through the crown that we receive divine insight.

Things You'll Need

• Chair with a sturdy, straight back
• Quiet space

Instructions

1. Sit in the chair with a straight back and your feet planted on the ground. Close your eyes.If you don't have a chair, sit with your back against a wall.

2. Take a deep breath. The breath should fill up your whole chest. Continue breathing deeply with your eyes closed.This is a conscious practice. The best way to get present and grounded is through your breath.

3. With your eyes closed, focus on your third eye area, which is located directly above the bridge of your nose. The third eye is your visionary eye. You can roll your eyes up towards this area but it is not necessary. You will be "seeing" through your third eye during the violet flame.

4. State out loud, "I am the violet flame." Repeat the phrase nine times. Keep taking deep breaths. If you want to add anything to the invocation, feel free. For instance, say "I am the violet flame. I transmute negative into positive," or "I release all attachments now."You may continue repeating the invocation as much as you want.

5. Visualize your third eye and crown being engulfed by a violet flame. Then, visualize the violet flame surrounding your whole being. You may repeat the invocation if you wish. Continue taking deep breaths.You might feel your body temperature rise during this process. This is good but not necessary to experience for the violet flame to work.If you do not "see" anything, do not worry. Your ability to visualize will strengthen with continued practice.

6. Continue the visualization, invocation and deep breathing until you feel a sense of balance or completeness. This can be expressed in many ways. For instance, your body might relax, you might cry or you might feel your heart is open. All of this is perfect.