> As per the Ayurvedic seasonal changes, this is the period of accumulation of the Fire element known as Pitta. Thus fruits like grapes, mangoes and pears are beneficial to the body and mind.

To have the best benefits of these fruits they should be sweet and at room temperature, as these soothe the Fire element and do not help it to aggravate in the coming months. (more…)

The Sun and the Moon are both in Leo on this day in the 7th house of partnerships.  Venus travels close to the Sun and Moon, adding to the romantic flavour and bringing peace, harmony and beauty to the weeks that follow.

There is a lavish feel to this combination and the desire to shine our creative light can find us happy at centre stage lapping up the applause.

Astrology by Zoe Hind – Astro Zo

Venus and the Sun travel close together all month and at the time of the Full Moon in Aquarius on 13th & 14th August they meet at the same point in the skies.

One of the main issues that is coming to the fore in current times is our need to balance our masculine and feminine energies. (more…)

Here are a few hints and recommendations for a safe and enjoyable holiday:

Sun Protection:
Use natural sun protection products that contain antioxidants to help support the skin’s immune system and protect against cell damage. Avoid chemical-based sun protection products which may cause allergic reactions or irritation. (more…)

Today in the Meditation Circle at Alchemy I was reminded of words from the 1998 film Hideous Kinky based on a novel by Esther Freud. Kate Winslett plays a troubled hippy mother escaping 1960s London with her young children. Her spiritual quest brings her to the feet of a Sufi master in Morocco.

‘Why have you come?’ he asks. When confronted by this long awaited chance to learn from the great teacher, speech fails her. Instead she can only weep. The master’s face softens. (more…)

This meditation will tranquillize the mind within 3 minutes The hand position is called “the mudra which pleases the mind.” Buddha gave it to his disciples for control of the mind.

Sat Nam
Simon A.

 

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In October, Alchemy Live Presents Snatam Kaur, playing a sacred chant concert at Gilgamesh Studios.
Snatam Kaur has just released her first music video for the song Earth’s Prayer from her new album Ras. Inspired by her deep love and sense of responsibility for the environment, Snatam says, “My intention for this song and this video is that it will help all of us awaken to our role as stewards of the planet.”

 


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Our dearest Kwali was at the Centre earlier on in the month to film her Kumara Chakra Serpent Healing Course – a course which you can try for yourself at the Centre.

Kumara Serpent Healing is the pioneering work of Kwali Hari Bhajan Kaur. Based on the teachings of Yogi Bhajan and authenticated by Shiv Charan Singh.Activate your Chakras with the Ancient Technology of Kundalini Yoga. Purify with a Transformative Kriya, Group Meditation and Unique Healing Exchange with Live Serpents.

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Our dearest Alchemists,

Here is a detailed pdf giving you full insight into our class and treatment schedules and teachers who run the classes.

To download your copy, click here.


With love & blessings,

The Alchemy Team

The Sun passes through the Zodiac sign of Leo from 24th July to 23rd August.

The symbol for Leo is the Lion and the ruling planet is the Sun. Blazing strongly at the centre of our Solar System, the Sun empowers the light in our cells and illuminates our Solar Plexus and Heart centres.

Like the Lion, Leo energy is sovereign, masterful and proud. Our inner strength and warm hearted generosity glow and grow under this astrological aspect and, during the hot days and warm nights, we tend to be more sociable and confident .

 

Astrology by Zoe Hind – Astro Zo