If working in your kitchen seems like a mundane and tedious chore that you simply have to perform, then perhaps you need to change how how you perceive your kitchen and what it really represents to you. Often people put most of their energy and effort in to making all the other rooms look wonderful, and leave the kitchen out as just a utility space that doesn't need much aesthetic, spiritual and vibrational tending. That itself is an incorrect assumption that needs urgent fixing, as the kitchen is the most vital space in any home. It is where our nourishment and sustenance comes from. It is the "source" of our domestic well being, one that needs transformation to create wellness. So why wait for another day to transform your kitchen from a space that represents boredom, routine and tediousness, into an an oasis of peace, relaxation and revitalization. Start now and elevate it to an honored place – a #SacredKitchen!
Clear the clutter
Start by clearing the clutter as it accumulates negative energy. Broken utensils, take away containers, odd pieces of crockery and cutlery are most commonly accumulated clutter. Donate these to someone who can use them. Then neatly organize the rest.
Create a sacred ambience
To reclaim the sanctity of your kitchen, you must start by creating a sacred ambience. Make it warm and inviting by adding colors that make you feel happy. Keep a basket filled with fresh fruits or flowers. When picking appliances, try to keep a uniform color theme. If your kitchen is cramped, go for wall racks to neatly hang pans and cups. Avoid plastics. They are bad for health and aesthetics! Pick colorful crockery that brightens your mood and gives food a facelift. Keep the lighting warm. Hanging lamps create beautiful pools of light that can be adjusted according to your mood and requirement. Finally, have the right exhaust and cooling mechanism in place because it’s hard to enjoy the sacred when you’re melting faster than a cheesecake!
Create the right vibrations
Be careful not to have your TV or harsh sounds floating into your kitchen. Instead, invest in a small music system for your kitchen. Play soothing music, sounds of nature or chants. These sounds have healing vibrations that affect your body, water, food and surroundings. Start your cooking with the intention that whatever you prepare will carry the vibration of love into your body and those you’re cooking for.
Work on the life force
The vibrant hidden energy in every living thing is called the life force. It permeates everything in our world. Most cultures acknowledge it. Hindus call it prana. The Chinese call it Chi. When there is enough life flow in your body, you stay healthy and vital, while blockages make you sick, depressed and sluggish. Food plays an important role in replenishing your life force. The more “lively” the food, the higher the life force in it. So try to fill your kitchen with as much unprocessed, natural and fresh food as possible.
Create your own sacred garden
Find a corner in your kitchen to create a #SacredGarden. Start by growing herbs that you use often. Use only organic soil and compost. Let the kids paint the herb containers and write words like love, joy, health, peace and abundance on them. Believe that each of these herbs is a physical manifestation of the word on the pot, and your intention will work in supercharging them with that emotion.
Heal yourself in the kitchen
Treat your kitchen as a healing sanctuary. Slip into something comfortable, play music and enjoy the meditative quality of kitchen work. Do it with mindfulness, focusing on what you’re doing, rather than thinking about something else. #Mindfulness is very relaxing and energizing. It flushes out our emotional and mental toxins , healing us on a regular basis and preparing us for the day ahead. Even washing dishes mindfully is a form of meditation and can be very relaxing and restorative.
Make your own “Secret Ingredient” box
Your state of mind while you cook has a direct effect on the nourishing potential of the food you make. Positive attitude and loving energy are the #SecretIngredients of the best meals. Create a special box in which you store this “secret ingredient” and place it prominently so that it serves as a reminder - to add love and & positive energy to anything you prepare in your #SacredKitchen.
Kitchen Karma
Feeding someone is one of the best ways to accumulate good karma. Be it your family or guests. The more people you cook for, the more good karma you gather. So the next time you have to entertain a ton of guests, don’t let it stress you out. Embrace the opportunity to build on your #KitchenKarma.
Zen of serving
Anything that comes out of your sacred kitchen must be pleasing to all the senses. Presentation is an essential part of truly savoring a good meal, so spend a few extra minutes on it. Pull out your fine crockery and cutlery. Make the eating area inviting and relaxing. Place some candles on the table, put nice place mats and fresh flowers. Sit back, express gratitude to the universe and enjoy every meal that comes out of your sacred kitchen. Because each one will be truly special!
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