How to Properly Use a Sweat Lodge

Recently guru James Ray has been under investigation, because of 2 deaths and 19 injured in a sweat lodge incident. Ray's idea was to make a person a "Spiritual Warrior" and help people change their lives.

Sweat lodges are used to cleanse, purify and heal the soul.  When used correctly, they can do just that.  This article will explain how to safely and correctly use a sweat lodge.  A sweat lodge is often referred to as the womb of mother earth.  The sweat lodge transforms the four elements earth, wind, fire and water.

Step One;  A sweat lodge is a dome structure.  A fire pit is built outside the lodge and stones are heated for for lodge use.  The stones are then placed in the center of the lodge.  Some, modern lodges, use wood stoves.  Steam is generated through the use of the four elements.

Step Two;  Fasting helps prepare the individual for the lodge.  Eat foods like fruits and juices.  These are cleansing foods for your body.

Step Three;  Bring something for the lodge like tobacco, burning twigs, pictures etc.

Step Four;  Bring no metal items like watches, glasses and even contact lens.  Metal has no place in the lodge.

Step Five;  Check with your doctor to make sure you are fit enough to handle the sweat lodge.

Step Six;  A lodge can be an individual, couple or small group event.  It is recommended that silence be kept during the experience.

Step Seven;  Duration in the lodge depends on elements and individuals.  Like life, there is a beginning and an end.  Each individual decides when the event is over for themselves.

Step Eight;  The pouring of water on the heated rocks should be done slowly and with meaning.

If at anytime an individual starts feeling light headed or sick, they should remove themselves from the lodge.  A good shower, after the event, will help make you feel refreshed.  The over all experience is for cleaning body, mind and spirit.

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donata said:

	... Very good information on how to PROPERLY use a sweat lodge. It's important to do research before participating in something new. You presented some very valuable tips today. I know I learned something new today. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. 5*****
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