SacredStones
SHAMANIC HEALING PRACTICE Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex
Firewalking isn’t just ‘mind-over-matter’, it’s a symbolic experience that encourages people to take on any challenge in their life, and therefore improving overall quality of life and positive outcomes. Firewalking is a chance to ‘walk towards your dream’ rather than putting up barriers or obstacles for self-development and happiness.
After all, if you can make it through the fire, you can make it through anything right?
Many of the people who have completed the firewalk report a renewed certainty and clarity that carries them forward in their lives. While their circumstances vary widely, participants report less stress and anxiety after the firewalk, and a heightened sense of elation, pride and connectivity with those around them and the fire itself.
The fire has encouraged them to find the inner strength to address what’s holding them back in their career, their health or in their relationships.
The lesson of the firewalk is not about the fire, it’s about what it takes to get through it – which can be applied to any aspect of a person’s life.
The fire can even be your teacher by flagging up any areas of concern in the body and giving you a general health check. It occasionally does this by showing a small pink area on the foot which we like to call a ‘fire kiss’ after you have walked the coals. By checking that pick blotch against a foot chart such as a reflexology chart you can easily identify an area in your body that may need some attention.
The fire never lies and can be a healing medicine for undiagnosed conditions or enduring health conditions.
BENEFITS OF FIREWALKING
1. Breaking old negative patterns
2. Increase self-confidence or self-worth
3. Pushed you out of your comfort zone
4. Changes people’s perspectives in life
5. Encourages people to become ‘unstuck’
6. Overcoming fear and barriers
7. Changing self-limiting beliefs
8. Develops greater resilience
9. Strengthens their spiritual path
10. Connecting in with others and building more meaningful relationships
11. Attaining freedom and abundance
12. Improves mental, physical and emotional health
13. Aids a wonderful journey of self-discovery
14. Becoming more assertive or making healthier decisions
15. Manifesting positive change and reaching dreams and goals
16. Developing a powerful relationship with the fire for ceremonies or rituals
Does it hurt to Firewalk?
Firewalking is a test of your inner strength, not a test of your pain threshold. It’s a thrilling, empowering experience that, when done correctly and safely, shouldn’t cause you pain.
Will my feet get burnt?
The simple answer is no, your feet won’t get burnt if done correctly. Firewalks are designed to empower, not harm. The secret lies in the science of quick steps, mind over matter, a safe environment and a great teacher. So, trust the process, face your fears, and let your firewalking journey ignite your inner strength and resilience.
How hot are the coals in a Firewalk?
The coals in a Firewalk burn at temperatures around 1,200 to 1,600 degrees Fahrenheit which sounds hot, but remember, the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step, so it’s important to embrace and surrender to its beauty and healing qualities to fully experience inner strength and resilience.
Do I need to train or prepare for a Firewalk?
The Fire walking Instructor will help prepare you mentally so all you need to do is turn up with an open heart and mind and trust the process.
Can anyone do a Firewalk?
Absolutely! Anyone can do a Firewalk. It’s not about age, background, or experience – it’s about belief in yourself, smashing those self-limiting beliefs and discovering the incredible power within you. (If you have health concerns or a pre-existing medical condition and are worried about taking part – seek advice from your doctor and speak to the fire walking instructor before you walk).
What are the risks in a Firewalk?
In a Firewalk, the greatest risk is not believing in yourself and doubting your ability to complete the walk. The coals are hot, but with proper guidance and safety precautions, the experience is safe and has been tried and tested for many centuries.
The First Firewalk
The earliest recorded ritual of Firewalking dates all the way back to 1200 BC during the Iron Age, where two Brahmin priests took a Firewalk together as a competition. The competition stated that whoever walked the furthest on the hot coals was the victor and had their accomplishment documented.
The Healing Powers of Fire
Healing ceremonies were one of the main purposes of Firewalking throughout its history. During the 17th Century, a Jesuit priest was one of the first people to see a healing Firewalk. The walk was performed by Native Americans in North America. In his letter back to his superior he stated that ‘the sick woman walked through the hot embers bottomless and barefoot. She did not scream or get burned’ and that ‘she could not feel the heat from it at all’.
Your Firewalking Instructor
Rachel Streeter is a certified Sundoor Fire walking Instructor and Empowerment Coach having trained with the Logi Fire walking school and is ready to guide people on their fire walking journeys.
Rachel is passionate about encouraging self-belief and self-worth with her clients. She does this through a number of different vehicles such as shamanic healing work, guided meditations and past life discovery, teachings and workshops, community drum circles and now by bringing the kiss of the fire to aid focus, courage, and transformation.
Fire walking
Walking over fire has been around since 1200BC in all countries and cultures.
It is an ancient art that has been used within communities for many reasons including; rites of passage, purification, initiation, healing, and celebration rituals.
