A couple weeks ago I called my friend Amanda who mentioned she had moved to Sedona. The first thought that crossed my mind was "Should I know where in the world Sedona is.." I decided I probably should know where it is, so I didn't ask. As the conversation continued she kept referencing it, then she said "Someday you should visit here. You would really like it." I finally admitted I had NO idea where it was, and she revealed that it was a common question, and that it was located in the heart of Arizona.
I don't know why, but suddenly I knew I had to go there. She said that in about a week she was leaving and wouldn't be back there for a few months. I knew I couldn't wait a few months.
"How about this weekend?" I asked.
She agreed, and so a few days later, I packed my bags and at the crack of dawn I headed for Sedona, AZ. She had referred to Sedona as an "energy vortex", but I wasn't completely sure what that meant and even less sure what to expect. After watching some videos on Sedona, I found the whole thing fascinating. You might not find it as intriguing as I do, if that's the case skip the next few paragraphs because it's about to get real deep!
Basically, millions of years ago, Sedona was under water. The Sedona you see now literally used to be the bottom of the sea: an underwater crystal city.
After a pole shift, the water retreated and revealed beautiful rock formations. Because of this, each rock in Sedona has a crystal inside, which is believed to amplify what some would consider the "cosmic" energy.
This is why it is called a vortex. A vortex is a connection point, a place of concentrated energy that people can sense, a place where the spiritual dimensions enter the physical dimensions.
Upon entering Sedona, you immediately feel what I can only describe as an energy shift. A major reason for this is due to the spectacular scenery! The red rock formations against the background of a sky filled with a mix of difference colors and cloud formations, it's no wonder people consider their visit to Sedona a powerful spiritual experience. Being surrounded by such beauty changes your inner vibrations, and it is felt immediately.
Perhaps this is why people believe the energies in Sedona can speed up your spiritual growth and amplify your thoughts. It is common for Sedona to bring out suppressed emotions, which is why it is said to have a healing power.
This might all sound crazy until you experience it for yourself. I've found when it comes to anything in life, you take what resonates with you and leave what doesn't. I've always believed Mother Earth, as you might call it, has a healing power that not even the best doctor can prescribe.
The Native American's were the first to walk call Sedona home, and they understood this better than anybody. Upon arriving in Sedona, my friend and I went to an outdoor "mall", and I bought a book called "365 Days of Walking the Red Road: The Native American Path to Leading a Spiritual Life Every Day".
It has a quote for each day of the year, and the very first one was my favorite: "Everything on Earth has a purpose, every disease an herb to cure it, and every person a mission. This is the indian theory of existence."
Another quote from the book: "When you arise in the morning, give thanks for the morning light, for your life and strength. Give thanks for your food and the joy of living. If you see no reason for giving thanks, the fault lies in yourself."
I find the whole culture of the Native American Tribes to be inspiring. The fact that they lived during a time when the earth had not been rearranged by the hand of man gave them a connection with God and with life I believe we can learn a lot from.
The lady at the cash register I was buying the book from mentioned Sedona called her there years ago and she never left. Amanda told her it was my first time visiting, and she gave me 4 tips while I was there:
1. When suppressed emotions arise, which they will, deal with them.
2. Walk the land.
3. Be of service.
4. Take what Sedona teaches you to heart.
I took her advice and did everything I could to make the most of my 2 days there. It was unlike anything I'd ever experienced.
The city limits outdoor lighting, so at night Sedona is so dark, the stars seem to leap out of the sky. I spent one of the mornings hiking the popular Cathedral Rock, what the Native American's referred to as the "Sun God". This was fitting seeing as it shines especially beautifully at sunrise and sunset. During the hike (which is more like a climb) I met two girls from Utah who had moved to Arizona a few months prior. They told me their stories and gave me some advice from their single years. I couldn't help but think it was more than just a coincidence.
All the locals are so friendly and down to earth in Sedona. Most of the people there practice meditation and healthy living, which I think is a result of living in such a beautiful place. The restaurants we ate at were amazing. The crystal shops there are really popular, and everywhere you go there is cool art for sale. Another local from one of the shops that sold us some of the best chocolate I've ever had says he also gives tours for a living. On our way out he said,
"Sedona has a way of resonating with people who belong here.. people who come here never want to leave. We call that red rock fever."
I could relate to that. I was sad when the two days came to a close and I had to start the drive home. The air-conditioning breaking down didn't help either..
In a weird way, I felt like apart of me died while I was there. Yet somehow, I left feeling a little more whole.
In a weird way, I felt like apart of me died while I was there. Yet somehow, I left feeling a little more whole.
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