Spider Senses are Tingling: Animal Signs

According to the Marvel comic series ,Spider Man, AKA  Peter Parker, was just an ordinary fledgling young writer until he was bitten by a lethally irradiated spider. The  radioactive "stuff" in the spider's venom quickly caused numerous body-wide changes and immediately elevated Peter Parker to hero status with superhuman strength, reflexes and balance. He also had a precognitive sense of danger which he called "spider-sense".  Prior to be "called into action" he would get a tingling sensation in the base of his skull- the activation of his spider sense.

Whether it's the superpowers of Spider Man, or the lovable characteristics of Charlotte in "Charlotte's Web" by E.B. White , and the Disney movie version of the story, we seem to have a fascination with spiders. Or, if not fascination, perhaps a guarded respect. Spiders seem to have a certain amount of power that we don't quite attribute to all "bugs". I'm not a bug fan that is for sure, but for some reason, I don't put spiders in that same category.  I figure anyone that can weave such a delicate and yet lethal web over and over again, deserves just a bit of awe.

Daniel Mapel includes the Spider in his line of Wild Earth Animal Essences. In his book, Into the Heart of the Wild,  he writes that the spider facilitates inner connection and integration. He suggests the spider is a vehicle of interconnectedness, and helps us tie together aspects of self that we feel separated from.

Having spiders come into your life may be a sign that you could use some help bringing together different aspects of your inner and outer life. It may be a sign that you are, or could use help with, bringing what has appeared to be separate or disconnected emotions, activities, and pieces of yourself together into an integrated whole.

I think modern life requires most people to take on multiple roles. Most people have "work lives",and "family lives"  and we take on many different, and often disconnected , responsibilities within those aspects. The frequent "costume changes" and switching back and forth between aspects of your personality can become a bit overwhelming. There are a number of Bach Flower essences that might help with that sense of imbalance. Elm can help if the switching is leaving you feeling overwhelmed with responsibility. Hornbeam may be helpful if you could use some focus and ability to balance work and play. Scleranthus may help if you need help to find balance.

But for some, I think the spider might be signifying something a bit deeper than the obvious disconnection of busy lives. Back to that "spidy senses are tingling" phrase. If you are feeling that sense of precognition that may even be manifesting itself in some physical tingling or electrical way, it's time to pay attention. Perhaps you are opening up to a level of understanding you have previously denied or ignored. It can be difficult to bring that sense of knowing into the physical world so you can use it in tangible ways. Perhaps that's the ability of the spider. The spider has this amazing ability to weave a web of intricate design. But the spider web is not just a "work of art" for the sake of being beautiful. It has a very tangible purpose on earth- it's the way the spider catches food, and a means of transportation all in one. Hmm..

Perhaps that tingling notion, the sense of intuition when you "know" you should pay attention, isn't just an interesting "work of art" either. Perhaps you really need to pay attention and consider bringing that energy into the world. Use your sense of intuition, your precognition, your "spidy sense" to change your life, provide direction, and set your course. Integrate the outside world into your everyday actions, your higher self into your body. The Bach Flower essence Cerato might help you integrate your knowing. Cerato helps you trust yourself and allows you to believe and trust yourself so you can take appropriate action. http://pixiedusthealing.blogspot.com/2010/12/best-advice-your-inner-knowing.html

The ability to integrate nature, a higher power, or your inner knowing into your body and everyday life, is where the Perelandra Soul Ray essences may really be helpful. These essences can help you stabilize the changes that may be occurring within you. If you are experiencing physical sensations of the "spidy sense", ETS Plus for humans may be of immediate help.

Peter Parker's spider injected him with radioactive materials. Although it worked for him, I personally recommend much more subtle essences to help you find your super powers!  You don't need anyone else to tell you how to integrate your knowing into your life.  But if you want moral support or a push start- visit my website www.pixiedusthealing.com or email me for a consultation.

Enjoy the journey!

Homeopathic & Alternative Help for Toothache/extraction

It would seem, as a species,we are wise enough already, without often needing those pesky wisdom teeth at the back of your jaw. That means, for a lot people, a rather painful process of extraction, to remove the teeth in order to prevent pain and complications. If you find yourself lined up on the list, waiting to get those teeth out, you might want to consider stocking up on some homeopathic remedies to ease you through the process.

Arnica Montana is the number one first aid remedy. Arnica promotes healing, controls bleeding, reduces swelling and can help prevent infection from forming. It is always the first remedy to think of after an injury and should also be the first to think of after dental work. People that really respond well to Arnica often deny they are even hurt in the first place. They typically "just want to be left alone". If this sounds like your patient, make sure they have taken Arnica before they "crawl to the cave". Arnica will help after any dental procedure and you don't have to be in extreme pain before taking it. The sooner you take it after the manipulation, the better as it can help reduce the swelling which is part of the cause of the pain in the first place. It will also help reduce "chipmunk cheeks" and bruising. If you can get Arnica in the 200CH format this is ideal. 30CH will also work fine or any and all remedies in a first aid application.

Nux Vomica is a common remedy for stomach complaints. It can make a world of difference for some people in relieving travel sickness. It is produced from the plant Quaker buttons, also known as "poison nut". The plant itself, is poisonous and can cause vomiting if ingested. Hence, in homeopathic tradition, it is used to relieve vomiting. In the homeopathic preparation the remedy is no longer poisionous. Nux Vomica can also help after a tooth filling or extraction. It is particularly indicated if the person feels better for having external warmth (like a hot water bottle), pressed up again the irritated side of the face. If a hot water bottle (wrapped in a towel) and applied to the side of the face is helpful, try taking Nux Vomica as well.

Another helpful remedy to have on hand, and even take prior to the tooth manipulation, is Hypericum Perfoliatum. This is an essential component to any homeopathic first aid kit. Hypericum, is made from St. John's wort. This plant is common to herbal medicine as well. Hypericum is the first homeopathic remedy to reach for if you have an injury to a nerve-rich area of the body. This is the typical "slam your finger in the car door" relief! For pains that shoot along the course of the wounded nerves, or for injuries that are sensitive to touch or pressure, Hypericum can be the answer. Post dental work, it is a good idea to take Hypericum before the freezing is out, and keep taking the remedy every few minutes if the pain continues. Hypericum is indicated for any type of surgery where nerves are cut and painful or you feel frayed or sore. It is perfect for post root canals, gum work, and extractions.

Homeopathics really benefit most if they are closely matched to the presenting symptoms and the persons overall personality. For this reason, there are a wide variety of remedies that might be helpful for you to recover from dental work. The above remedies are however, likely to promote healing and pain relief for most people, regardless of the specifics of their complaints.

The Bach Flower essence combination, Rescue Remedy, can be very helpful before you walk in to the dentists office, especially if you are nervous, uptight and stressed about the procedure in the first place. And let's be honest, not too many people are really relaxed and looking forward to that dental chair are they? The Perelenadra essence, Emergency Trauma Solution (ETS) Plus, is also recommended for the type of shock the body experiences when undergoing dental work. It can be given, like Rescue Remedy, in drop form prior to, and after, the procedure. Both of these essences may be as helpful for the care-giver as they are for the patient. So, if you find yourself in the waiting room, a little uptight, impatient, and concerned, consider using some of this yourself.

Finally, colloidal silver is another option for the dental patient. You can rinse the mouth out with colloidal silver just as you might with warm water and salt. You can even add the colloidal silver to the warm water and salt mixture if you choose. Colloidal silver can help treat any infection that may be lurking in your mouth. You can also drink the colloidal silver to help with any infection that may have traveled thoughout your body from the released tooth.

So, if you find yourself heading to the dentist's chair, a trip to the health food store beforehand to stock up on some basic supplies might go a long way to your healing process. Most of all- be kind to yourself. Dental work takes a significant toll on the body and should be respected. Help your body engage it's own natural healing processes by allowing some time to relax, sleep. You'll find time invested in the healing process is well spent!