The purpose of this practice is to remove negative energy from the body, energy that causes certain adverse events in our lives: feeling unwell, existing or impending illnesses, nervous breakdowns, unexplained fear and so on. In other words, it removes negativity that has come close to our physical form and begun to manifest as negative karma, expressing itself through illness and psychological problems.

For this practice, you will need to make a simple tool. It is very easy to make. Many of you will be able to make it right now, without even leaving home. Take any empty half-litre aluminium can. Any can will do, for example one that held water, beer or another drink. Carefully enlarge the opening at the top with a knife, as shown in the photograph below. This is not difficult because the walls of the can are very thin.

You now have everything you need for this practice. It is best to prepare two cans so that you can work with them simultaneously rather than in turn.

Description of the Practice

1. Take a comfortable reclining position with your legs extended. Keep your legs shoulder-width apart.
2. Light a candle. A thin beeswax candle is best for this.
3. Turn the can upside down, with the cut opening facing downwards, and hold it over the candle flame. Keep the flame in the centre, with only its tip entering the can. This is rather like a hot-air balloon, where a burner sends hot air into the balloon. Do not put the candle flame inside the can, as descending carbon dioxide will extinguish it.
4. Hold the can over the candle until it is pleasantly warm.Then place it on the inner side of your leg just above the knee, as shown in the picture below, on the small bulge formed by the muscle tissue above the knee. Press the can lightly against this area and hold it for a few seconds until it "sticks" to the body. The sides of the can will bend inwards and a vacuum will form inside.
5. Do the same on the other leg. This is why it is best to prepare two cans, so that you can place them on both legs at once.
6. Place the burning candle between your knees.
7. Leave the cans in place for 10–15 minutes. Then remove one can and immediately hold it upside down over the candle flame to remove any negative energy remaining inside it. Do the same with the second can.

Notes

1. Avoid letting the candle flame touch the rim of the can, as this may cause a minor burn. Keep the flame in the centre.
2. It is advisable to do this practice for at least 3 days each month, preferably on consecutive days.
3. It is recommended to do this practice immediately after taking a hot bath.

Practice given on 7 July 2008.
© Author: Sergey Veretennikov (Om Shanti)

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