You all know by know that I have a real love for plants and using those plants for healing.  I fell in love with Lemongrass because in addition to being delicious, it also seemed to help keep the bugs away and keep my other plants healthier.  P.S., I make incredible soup and tea with it( see the recipe below).  
 
I prefer to grow indian lemongrass which tends to be more purplish.  I think it tends to grow better here in Hawaii.  I wasn’t as successful with the more traditional Asian variety.  You can get Lemongrass from any plant nursery, or grocery store.  You can actually help the stalks you buy in the grocery store take root by putting the bulbs in clean water that you change frequently. 

 

Lemongrass is great for enhancing psychic ability.  In Angel we use it to increase your psychic power and intuition by opening the lines of communication to the Angelic realms.  In NOW, we use it for strength, power and speed to make things happen quicker. Lemongrass will help you build your confidence and help you study and retain information.  We use essential oils for all our applications, but using fresh or dried lemongrass in a tea has always been one of my favorite ways to use it!  If you do decide to use lemongrass oil on your body, make sure you use a carrier oil like coconut, sweet almond, olive or avocado.  I usually use about 2 teaspoons of carrier oil to one drop of pure lemongrass essential oil.

Lemongrass has the highest concentration of Citral compared to any other plant in the world.  In addition to being an effective antimicrobial and anti-fungal agent that inhibits yeast growth, Citral has antioxidant and anti-tumor properties that both benefit the brain and increase the body’s ability to absorb vitamin A, improve blood circulation, and repair damaged connective tissue. 

This super herb can also help to uplift your mind and spirit and alleviate signs of depression, insecurity, loneliness and anxiety.  It can strengthen and calm the nervous system and help to alleviate headaches.  Some research suggests that because Lemongrass is a nervine, it may also work to ease anxiety, shakiness, vertigo and slower reflexes. 

 

Feverfew & Lemongrass Tea

1 teaspoon feverfew (fresh or dried)
1 teaspoon lemongrass (fresh or dried)
1 teaspoon honey
4 cups of water
Bring water to a gentle boil and add the herbs and honey.  Remove the mixture from the heat source and cover.  Let ingredients steep together for 7-10 minutes.  
Note:  If using fresh herbs, use double the quantity.


Lemongrass & Lemon Balm Lemonaide

1/2 cup fresh Lemon Balm
1 stalk Lemongrass, sliced
1/4 teaspoon grated ginger
1 teaspoon honey (or more to taste)
6 cups of water


Bring water to a gentle boil and add the remaining ingredients.  Remove the mixture from the heat source and cover.  Let the ingredients steep together for 7-10 minutes.  Serve hot or over ice. 
Note:  drink this elixir warm for an upset stomach, or iced during summertime for a refreshing herbal drink.  


Lemongrass Broth

2-3 stalks of lemongrass, cut into thirds
5 kefir lime leaves
2 thumb sized pieces of ginger
1 bunch thai basil
1/2 cup handful of celery root
32oz. of organic chicken broth
5 whole cayenne peppers
salt and pepper to taste

Combine all ingredients in a crock pot and cook on low for 8 hours.  After 8 hours, strain the herbs from the broth, and use immediately or store in a container in the fridge.  
Note:  add chicken and veggies for a Thai style chicken soup or use veggie stock instead of chicken for your vegan friends.

I would like to give my disclaimer on and about herbs in general. Always consulted your medical doctor before taking any herbal product. The information provided here is for educational purposes only, and should not be used to diagnose and treat diseases. If you have a serious health problem, its recommend that you consult the appropriate health practitioner.   This product may not have been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to treat or prevent disease.  

Saturday, Aug 1st 5:00PM - 7:00PM
Introduction to Channeling: Meet Your Healing Master Guide
with Pam and Alan Johnson
Sedona PH: (808) 591-8010
Ward Centers, 1200 Ala Moana Blvd #460, Honolulu, HI 96814
 http://sedona-hi.com
http://www.soulauthority.net/current-schedule-of-classes.html

Mon, Aug 3rd 6 - 8pm
Advanced Sound Meditation
NEW TOWN location
$44
http://healingforthehealerssoul.com/workshops/

Sat, Aug 8th  6.30 - 8.00pm
Sound Meditation
$25 pre register $30 at the door
Healing Arts Center, Aiea
http://healingforthehealerssoul.com/workshops/

Sunday Aug 9th 10 - 2pm
Yoga, sound Meditation and Beading!$35 
Kalani Street ,Honolulu
(close to The Bead Gallery)
http://healingforthehealerssoul.com/workshops/


Saturday Aug 15th 1- 5pm
Aromatherapy workshop (certificate given) $85
Off 10th Avenue, Honolulu
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August 22 & 23,  (register for time location)
The Reiki Intensive Weekend Training with PAM and ALAN 
http://www.soulauthority.net/the-reiki-intensive-level-1-2--3master-teacher.html

Tuesday, August 25th 5:30PM - 7:00PM
Akashic Records Level 1
With Ann Patrykus
Sedona PH: (808) 591-8010
Ward Centers, 1200 Ala Moana Blvd #460, Honolulu, HI 96814


Saturday, Aug 29th 6:00PM - 7:30PM
Keoki Tavares Creating Intention workshop at
Sedona  PH: (808) 591-8010
Ward Centers, 1200 Ala Moana Blvd #460, Honolulu, HI 96814
http://www.alohaelixir.com/classes.html





Sunday, Aug 30th Aloha Elixir MEET and Greet
Where Crystals Rock from 1:30PM  - 3PM



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Aiea, HI  96701
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NEW and EXCITING!
This month we're super excited to launch our brand new intention candle NOW.  If you're anything like us, we can all have a tendency toward wanting everything immediately.  Our society is based on instant gratification, cell phones, emails, answers, money...we want it NOW.  We get it.  We have lives to live, places to go and things to do, so it's probably not too far off to think that when it comes to making our own dreams come true we get a little impatient.  I initially created this candle for my clients and friends who were getting impatient with their own process.  

More Power.
We scented NOW with theraputic grade Sweet Orange essential oil.  Sweet Orange is wonderful for helping with everything from anxiety to mood elevation.  The color orange is associated with the sacral chakra, the center of creation and sexual energy.  Psycologically, orange is the color of positive action through strong creative energy.  Perfect when you need help manifesting your intentions faster.  The base of the candle is naturally colored a beautiful goldenrod using organic Olena (Tumeric) and natural dyes. Tumeric is a powerful herb which is great for grounding, banishing negative energy and often used in blessings. 

This one is special.
NOW is the very first candle in our line to actually be Reiki charged to amplify the creation energy.  Reiki is a powerful energetic healing technique that uses symbols and energy manipulation to increase flow, heal, magnetize, and remove physical, mental and emotional blocks.  The important thing to remember is this:  energy flows, where the mind goes. Some days I'm lucky if my mind reminds me to eat lunch, or say thank you.  Sometimes I need something to help me run that background program so I can focus on the here and NOW. 

Here's how it works:

NOW amplifies your own energy and speeds up your intentions.  In addition to mantras and crystal esscenses, this intention candle is charged with Reiki energy. Use this Fire Elixir alone, or as the perfect complement to any of our other intention candles to be the catalyst for your manifestation of Love, Prosperity and Opportunity, Now.