This is a great video that explains labyrinths and how they are used.
More interesting videos on my cedar phoenix facebook page such as:
- How labyrinths are aiding traumatized horses
- How labyrinths are now being used to help heal soldiers with PSTD.
- How to "fingerwalk" a labyrinth to aid with calming, focus and healing.
- Labyrinths at Hospitals and Hospices.
- How labyrinths are now being brought into schools as an alternate
calming tool for children and youth.
To understand what a labyrinth is used for and how this 4000 year old
ancient supportive healing tool benefits and supports focus,
relaxation and healing... keep on scrolling!
There's some great pictures below of the oldest labyrinths recorded.
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Tomba del Labirinto
Seven-ring labyrinth rock carving found inside a Neolithic tomb.
“Possibly the world’s oldest surviving labyrinth” Silver coin from Knossos representing the labyrinth, 400 BC.
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Now... back to the labyrinths....
Cedar sculptures for indoors are available in various sizes with unique designs. The pieces are carved out of either red or yellow cedar and have a protective coat applied. I am inspired by many things in nature and I feel the spirit of the wood has many things to teach me during it's transformation process. (When I first started carving I learned that it was very important not to slip with a sharp Knife when your thumb was near by.....that lesson also taught me to slow down, and not be in such a rush and not to push too hard for an outcome. (and it taught me to keep a lot of bandaids close by).
It also taught me to enjoy the process of just peeling off layer after layer and watching it transform. (the wood..that is...)
I did get frustrated, I did want to give up. But I kept hearing a little voice in my head that said, "something will surface, keep trying" ....and I kept going.... I'm not a quitter by nature lol and mostly because it put my mind in a very tranquil space, which felt a lot better than the hamster wheel that often goes on in my head.) My advice...find your quiet place and make time for it. Meditation doesn't always mean having to be completely still. My thoughts slow down when I am busy with my hands, and that is when I am able to connect with the environment, my own inner voice and positive energies.
Meditative Finger Labyrinths carved in various types of wood take you on a meditative journey. An ancient meditative tool over 4000 years old that is resurfacing. (Walkable labyrinths are all over the world and many in BC. Great for quieting the mind and known for calming and centering purposes. ) They can be used as a tool to resolve personal conflict or to aid with connection. Finger tracing labyrinths allow you to trace to the center without much effort, so your mind can be still. This is when you may have some insight or release of emotion. Labyrinths can help bring unresolved issues to the surface for healing. Labyrinths can help bring calm when you are feeling scattered.
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We are drawn to labyrinths because of their sacred geometry. Sacred geometry is the balance we see in many things in our environment (see pics above) and some say, it is engrained in our DNA. Walking or fingerwalking a labyrinth is a great tool for children, adults and elderly. Available in 6 or 11 circuit pathways. Fits comfortably on your lap. Different sizes to choose from. Smooth finish. (most labyrinths have a self leveling hook so you can hang it if you wish. It also has table protectors on the back) I can add a custom design to your labyrinth if you choose to make it more personal. Some great uses for a finger labyrinth are below.
* Positive effect on children in a home or school setting to promote calm and focus. Beneficial to children who have autism and like continuous pathways. Labyrinths help to balance the brain patterns and bring calm.
* Do you have an elderly friend or family member who has minimal sight but likes to keep their hands busy - try getting them to fingertrace the path on the labyrinth when they feel anxious)(a care home or assisted living environment would benefit from having a labyrinth available for residents to use)
* A great gift for anyone who is interested in natural healing, yoga, spiritual journey or meditation.
*children love to follow pathways. labyrinths can be used to keep a child busy if you need to make a phone call, dry their hair after a bath or use to calm before going to sleep. A labyrinth and a few marbles will make hair time that much happier.
* An alternate method to calm an agitated child / adult) or ( pushing a marble down the pathway for a challenge and opportunity to refocus) (helps encourage fine motor skills and focus)
* Can be used to relax the mind prior to medical treatments, can be used in hospitals or medical offices while patients wait.
* A great addition to any space in your home, spa, yoga center, treatment center, office, therapy office or school.
To walk a labyrinth you start at it's entrance, either by physically walking or fingerwalking (tracing) in this case. Follow the path and bring your questions, fears, thoughts to the center. If you stay true to the path when you begin, you will get to the center. Pause for a minute or two in the center to reflect on your thoughts. (you can focus on your breathing at this time and allow any thoughts to come in. They may not make sense at the moment but often you will have your "ah ha" moment at some point or some may make sense right away. Everyone's experiences will be different because we are all unique individuals with unique lives and challenges.) When you feel you are ready, you trace your way back out of the labyrinth... leaving behind whatever thoughts or feelings you do not wish to bring back with you. You may feel you come out of the labyrinth with a renewed sense of purpose and understanding. Just like meditation it may take a little bit for you to be comfortable with using your labyrinth. It is helpful if you can be in a quiet calming space with your labyrinth when you fingerwalk it..
All labyrinths come with a sheet of information about the labyrinth. This medatative tool has been around for over 4000 years and are now found all over the world. Labyrinths have been seen on cathedral floors; in churches; in natural settings in parks and on beaches and even in jails. The pathways have been constructed by rocks; painted on floors; carved into the ground and were even seen painted on the walls of caves many many years ago. The labyrinth is not like a maze where you can get lost. It has one continuous path with many loops and bends much like the path of life. It is designed to refocus, clearify and balance your thoughts by bringing you into the present moment. A great aid to meditation. Different styles below.
GREAT FOR CHILDREN - ADULTS - ELDERLY - AND EVEN PETS ARE DRAWN TO THEM!
If you are interested in full size walkable labyrinths and their locations, be sure to look up the world wide labyrinth locator on the web for a location near you! There is a book recently published by Aryana Rayne called Labyrinths of BC..A guide for your journey; which lists many of the full sized walkable labyrinths and their locations in BC. There is an amazing labyrinth in Fintry Provincial park next to the Okanagan lake in Vernon BC... which is my personal favorite walkable labyrinth. ( see photo below)
Custom Signs are an option for those who want a unique hand carved sign to represent their home or place of business. I will do my absolute best to create with you a design that will best suit your needs and expectations. Contact me by email or phone to discuss your personal design, a price quote and processing time. Most of these signs are carved in red cedar and finished with a clear protective coating.
