AGYA
Sacred Sight & the Seat of Divine Permission
The sixth chakra is known as the Agya and is the Third Eye associated with Sacred Sight, intuition, clairvoyance, psychic abilities, divine memory & intelligence, imagination, vision, inner and outer hearing as well as True Self Awareness.
The Agya is the seat of transcendental wisdom and the seat of the inner Guru, intuition, natural intelligence, deep inner knowing and a state of clarity when aligned. Agya is connected to the quantum mind, the causal plane and the ability to self-heal.
When imbalanced, or “in a knot”, the energy of Agya presents as controlling, dictatorial and Spiritual Ego.
The opening and healing of Agya releases a tremendous amount of energy and allows one to access Divine knowledge of the timeless dimensions. A sense of dynamic stillness embodies the self and supreme powers of manifestation become available.
ASTROLOGY & MANTRA
The two “planets” associated with Agya are the Sun, or Surya in Sanskrit and the Moon, or Chandra in Sanskrit.
Agya is connected to the Ishta of Shiva, as well as Kali and Durga. There are many mantras for activating and healing the third eye, Agya.
SHIVA: Om Namah Shivayah (repeat 108X using a mala to keep count)
Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra (repeat 108X using a mala to keep count)
Om Tryambakam Yajaamahe
Sugandhum Pushti Vardhanam
Urvaaru Kamiva Bandhanaat
Mrityor Mokshiya Maam Ritaat
Translation: I bow to Shiva, master of true Self beyond trinity. I surrender the fragrance of my sou. I surrender absolutely to that state of consciousness beyond trinity within and without. Let me be liberated from bondage, from duality, from cause and effect, from karma, from disease. As when fruit ripens, it drops from the tree, let me awaken, let me transform effortlessly and without resistance.
The Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra is supportive for awakening, surrender, as well as for breaking addictions, healing sickness and protection. It is also often chanted upon the body death to support and guide the soul’s crossing into the spiritual.
KALI MANTRA: Om Hrim Shreem Klim Adya Kalika Param Eshwari Swaha (repeat 108X using a mala to keep count)
DURGA MANTRA: Om Dum Durgaya Namaha (repeat 108X using a mala to keep count)
Choose the mantra and the Ishta that resonates with you most deeply. When devoting to a mantra practice, begin by setting the intention to practice one to three rounds of your mala per day for 21 days. You may continue as long as you wish but to really sense, embody and receive the benefits of the mantra we want to work with it for an extended period of time. This allows us to harmonize with the vibrations of the mantra and receive its Divine medicine.
Chanting the Sacred sound, Bija Mantra of “OM” and visualizing the vibrant indigo essence of this chakra will open, clear and balance Agya. Bija sounds can be chanted in repetition for 5-20 minutes at a time. Generally we will chant a bija sound long and slow, deeply extending the “M” as long as your breath can carry the vibration in a low voice. When it comes to chanting the sacred seed sound OM, it is recommended to chant A-U-M as Om ~ extending each vowel as long as possible and allowing the vibration to penetrate your being deeply. Keep your eyes closed and focused inwardly gently up toward the third eye as you practice.
Move from ego to unity, move from separation to realization of your eternal connection to Source.
The Universal Law that Governs Agya is the Law Of Correspondence
"As above, so below; as below, so above."
AS ABOVE, SO BELOW. As the microcosm, so the macrocosm. We are each outside what we are within. We are each inside what we are outside. Each creates the other in reflection. This principle embodies the Truth that there is always a correspondence and a relationship between these Universal Laws and the phenomena of life on all planes, levels and dimensions of existence and being. Just as the sacred geometry embodied in all forms of Life informs creation into being - from the smallest cell to the largest planet - the Universal Law of Correspondence allows us to know the “unknown” and see the “unseen”… beyond the illusory veil of separation. The embodiment of these teachings gives one the ability go beyond the paradox and access the Divine Knowledge of the Universe reflected and held within each of us.
Everything we perceive and sense outside ourSelves creates and conditions us to show us who we really are. We have two eyes, two ears and two nostrils allowing us to perceive both the negative and the positive aspects of reality (not to be confused with “good” and “bad” but simply as the Divine Energetic Forces of Creation). These physical attributes of our Self allow us to perceive the positive and the negative forces from outside and from within - AND - give us the ability to hold and create with these dualistic energies. Our two eyes reflect the dualistic nature of our physical universe, but our third eye sees and reflects the True unity, connection and oneness of Creation.
As our third eye opens, our concept of “sight” expands greatly as we see beyond just the physical reality of our existence. We may once again open to the conscious embodiment of our true multi-dimensional nature. Third eye openings often happen spontaneously during spiritual practices (such as a kundalini awakening), which is why it is so important that one has a spiritual community with whom to share experiences and reflections as we learn to embody and integrate the expansive nature of our cosmic selves.
Correspondence is how we SEE the Universe - the mirrors of reflection - and once we are awakened to our sacred sight, the world will look and feel very different. It is the opening to the YOU-and-I-VERSE experience of reality and the realization that we are all connected.
Energy is constantly flowing in correspondence with life. We are that life consciousness embodied and our energetic chakra centres are Divinely designed to allow us to communicate and co-create with it! As we move through the ascension, the human chakra system enlivens and evolves along with our consciousness.
An open and balanced Third Eye chakra allows us to experience Life with clarity and purpose. We are guided by our Intuition and inner wisdom. We possess powerful and strong insights into our experiences and even those of others. We live in dharma.
An ubalanced Ajna chakra may cause us to struggle with aspects of our lives manifesting in a sense of closed- mindedness, egoism, cynicism, paranoia, confusion and various other mental imbalances. When out of balance, we are missing a vital component of our Divine Design for it becomes very difficult for us to see the direct reflections of ourSelves in the world - we are lacking coherent correspondence with the U-n-I-Verse.
An Agya chakra that is more closed may manifest as a sense of apathy toward living; general lethargy, sluggishness, a certain lifelessness as not enough energy is flowing in. Guided meditations that offer visualization techniques and Yantra Yoga (which is all about visualization) are important tools for opening the third eye.
An open and ungrounded / unbalanced third eye may manifest as a sense agitation, anger, frustration over insignificant things, mental over-stimulation causing attention deficits, distraction, hyper-activity, reactive and sometimes, aggressive personality traits as too much energy is flowing in. When too much energy is flooding the third eye, a sense of “overwhelm” and exhaustion may often occur. One can heal this imbalance with grounding meditation and integrated Kriya yogic practices.
The immense energy coming into the Agya must be grounded into the Earth through the chakra system in order restore balance to an individual who has become flooded with incoming energies that have “no where” to go. Tremendous insight can come from simple energetic healing practices that redirect the energy currents within our system and align the physical with the energetic systems of our being.
With a balanced and open third eye you will find it much easier to distinguish Truth from illusion. Intuition flows effortlessly and you will find it easier to make wise decisions with clear foresight grounded in your reality and not in fantasy. You may experience a sense of inner calm, boundlessness and freedom!
YOGIC PRACTICE for AGYA ~
Guided Meditation & Visualization ~ The first step to healing an unbalanced third eye is to begin a meditation practice and open your mind.
Mantra Practice ~ see above
Silent Meditation
Jnana Yoga ~ is known as the path of Divine Knowledge and the study of higher teachings, Divine Wisdom and spiritual teachings are the gateway to opening the mind and therefore, the third eye with it. As our consciousness expands, all of us must expand in correspondence; therefore, it is no surprise that when we dedicate ourselves to a daily spiritual, yogic or. meditative practice, our whole life will change for the better in response to our expanded states of consciousness.
KRIYA ~ Agya Awakening set, Shiva Kriya, Shiva/Shakti sets,
De-Calcify the Pineal Gland ~ Physically it is very helpful to find ways to decalcify your Pineal gland. The actual gland inside our brains that is the “seat of agya” becomes calcified by various pollutants, toxins and chemicals in our environment. Fluoride, for example, has been shown to have strong calcification effects of the pineal gland leading to a dulling of the senses and ultimately obstructing our ability to fully access the powers of our pineal glands.
To De-Calcify:
drink lots and lots of fresh, pure water - always filter water coming from the tap and/or add lemon
absorb Sunshine & Fresh Air!
meditate and visualize white, golden and violet light purifying and healing your pineal and third eye
eating, drinking or supplementing with Turmeric (removes heavy metals and detoxes)
choosing an alkaline diet helps to raise vibrations and decalcify the pineal
“activated charcoal” can be found at the health food store and is known as a detoxifier
practise grounding your energy
if you feel called, explore Shamanic plant medicine journeys or micro-dosing to help open and heal the third eye
iodine from seaweed is known to have third eye healing properties
EAT ORGANIC
The pineal gland is part of the human glandular system about which Western Medicine seems to know very little; however, many ancient and traditional sciences of the East such as Traditional Chinese Medicine and Tradition Indian Ayurveda offer a wealth of teachings on its vital importance for the health and harmony of the human. It is very common for yogis to experience third eye openings and awakenings during yogic and meditative practices.
Agya Affirmations ~ Plant the Seeds of Wisdom
I awaken my Divine Memory - the memory of my multi-dimensional Self.
I activate my inner seeing and inner hearing.
I see clearly.
I take actions that support my intuition.
I trust my inner guidance.
I innerstand synchronicity as Divine Timing.
With clear vision and the guidance of Divine intuition, I become the master of my mind.
JYOTISH
There are many insights to be gathered from your Vedic birth chart analysis. In every reading we looking into your physical, astral, energetic, karmic, dharmic and eternal soul self. For example, if one’s Sun or Moon is debilitated or strongly afflicted in their natal chart, this very often results in a lack of clarity, insight, confidence, stability and a variety of other challenges. Many other alignments in one’s chart can affect the ability to open the Agya chakra, which can be seen in a reading; however, there are many remedies given to alleviate this challenge.
These practices require a certain maturity and readiness to take responsibility for one’s state of consciousness, but when sincerely practiced with an open mind and devoted heart, can dramatically and quickly improve one’s life.
This is just one of many examples that illustrates the kinds of insights we receive into one’s self with the Science and Light of Jyotish. The true depth of insight available is very challenging to express in words, as with all yogic teachings, Jyotish must be experienced to be realized and understood.
I wish you deep and profound healing. Coming to know one’s chakra system and taking the steps to heal them is an empowering and enlivening process. Many other ailments and physical, mental and emotional challenges can heal along the way, bringing tremendous joy and insight into oneself. Many latent gifts and talents are waiting to be activated and realized by the self in form. Chakra healing can enliven many of these gifts, bringing transformation and evolution to one’s soul journey.
Om Shanti Shanti Shanti Hari Om Tat Sat