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• The Hindu word for the sixth chakra is Ajna. It is positioned in the center of the forehead and is often referred to as the "third eye".

• Made of sterling silver and enamel and approximately 1" diameter in size, this Jeffrey David magnetic hinged locket was developed as a Hindu amulet for holding aromatherapy essential oils, gemstones and prayers useful in balancing the third eye chakra.

• This classic Hindu pattern of design is a visual stimulus of pattern and color for meditations nurturing the 6th chakra. Designed to hold a whetted cotton ball or pad, the release of aromatherapy essential oil fragrance keeps the mind conscious of intention and stimulates the chakra via the brain's olfactory system.

• The aromatherapy essential oils most helpful for improving the emotions and organs associated with this 6th chakra are rosemary, petitgrain, basil, lemongrass and frankincense.

• The sterling silver locket may also benefit the wearer when used to hold precious gemstones, keepsakes and written prayers.

• When in balance the third eye chakra gives wisdom and a higher understanding of the "big picture". The intuition associated with this chakra is detached from personal desire, providing clarity of vision that opens one up to receiving messages of Universal Truth. This ability to see beyond the surface of life gives one a sense of peace and connectedness. When overly attached to a specific version of reality the mind will race with incessant thoughts and worries as one gathers information to support the desired "truth". An excessively intellectual approach to life, one that only gives credibility to observed facts and figures, indicates an ego that is unable to seek guidance from a Higher Source. This imbalance often manifests physically in the form of headaches, eyesight problems, and disruptive sleep patterns such as insomnia and nightmares.

• To help balance the third eye chakra, a visual meditation such as focusing on a mandala or simply watching clouds in the sky can quiet the mind and open us up to expansive knowledge. Self honesty is one of Ajna's greatest gifts; recognize that what one wants to be true may differ from what is actually true. Acceptance of this discrepancy is the first step towards inner peace. Another technique to bring this chakra into balance is to relax oneself and visualize the color indigo while repeating the Hindu chant OM. This exercise energizes the sixth chakra. Wearing the sterling silver Jeffrey David locket will give further benefit.

• Gemstones that resonate on a harmonious frequency with the 6th chakra are blue topaz, lapis lazuli, azurite, garnet, and sapphire. The representative color is indigo and this chakra is of the light element.