Since time immemorial, alchemists have sought to change base metals into gold. But the transmutation of metals like lead into gold is a metaphor for spiritual alchemy; which is the alchemy of self-transformation.

Although best understood as the process by which base metal can be turned to pure gold and/or the quest for the Philosopher's Stone used to create an elixir of life, and generally thought to have been prevalent in the Middle Ages, the word is actually much older than this.  The name 'Alchemy' is almost certainly derived from the ancient indigenous word for Egypt (Khem or Khemit) implying that the art, or perhaps science, was practised in Egypt before the land took on its current name following the Greek occupation of around 330BC. 

There is a plethora of evidence suggesting that the ancient Egyptians were very proficient at metallurgy and may have developed a process for creating gold from lesser metals.  Khem meaning the black lands described the fertile plains of the Nile Valley and also gave its name to Chemistry.

However, the ultimate goal of the Spiritual Alchemist is to transform the chaotic primordial First Matter (the Khem) into perfection; a goal that is accomplished through spiritual enlightenment and self-transformation. They sought a way to change the lead of negative human energy into the gold of divine energy, and some of them achieved this by using the violet flame. The violet flame (also called the violet fire) is a unique spiritual energy that can heal emotional and physical issues, improve relationships, help spiritual growth and simply ease any life situation.

The colour violet has an established association with spirituality. Within the visible spectrum, violet, sustaining the highest frequency, is at the point of transition to the next octave of light. During the pre-Dynastic period of Khem (Ancient Egypt), the Violet Flame of Amenti was ruled by the Deities Ausar (also known as Wzr or Osirus), brandished by Sekhmet, and made freely available to Akhenaton. Both in Atlantis, and subsequently during the Essene era (which spanned the lifetimes of Mother Mary, Jesus Christ and Mary Magdalene), this powerful tool was retained under the Guardianship of Angels Melchisadec and Ariel.

Saints and adepts throughout the ages, including the great Alchemist and Wizard Merlin, have known how to wield the violet flame, but humanity was only recently considered worthy of its powers under the strict supervision of an Ascended Master called Saint Germain. Ascended Masters are enlightened spiritual beings who were once incarnate on earth but have resolved all of their karma and successfully fulfilled their soul purpose.

Used for spiritual alchemy and transmutation, the Violet Flame has long been revered as a potent form of protection. Furthermore, Violet Flame reputedly has the power to transmute the cause, effect, and even the cellular memory of our past wrongdoings. Transmutation means to change from one form, nature, substance or state into another. The violet flame converts negative into positive, dark into light, destiny into opportunity. The flame even erases the consequential bad karma of our misdemeanours. 

With such amazing versatility, the Violet Flame must be an essential component in any healer’s portfolio?

Violet Flame of Amenti interactive online training modules are run every 2-3 months and cost £88 (£22 for those who've studied RSE with me whether in person on online - contact me for the discount code) which includes 6¾ hours mentoring plus an optional attunement into the Violet Flame fo Amenti to strengthen your connection with this amazing Ancient Egyptian instrument for spiritual transformation. 

Our next Violet Flame of Amenti course starts next week, 7.30-9.45pm, Thursday 30th November plus two Thursday evenings in December. Cost is £88 (or £111 including a healing attunement). Recordings are made so that it is possible to join after the course has commenced. During these interactive training sessions, you will learn how to utilise this versatile alchemical antiseptic to improve your environment and life circumstances.

Testimonials: 

The symbol itself is easy to remember and can be used in many situations - give it a try you I’m sure you will enjoy it." Anita Murray, 29.4.22 

“The Violet Flame Course with Joanna was hugely informative, fascinating and so well organised. Joanna is a great teacher and provided really helpful materials aswell which helped to further envision the process we were taught. Joanna has a wonderful voice ( frequency) which soothes as you listen. Her singing sometimes in meditation is heavenly to listen to and can carry you off to distant realms! Highly recommend this course and Joanna as a born teacher! “ Sarah Bolten, 30.4.22

This is a standalone course but also forms part of the Reyad Sekh Em (RSE) Egyptian Alchemy Healing Level 1 introductory programme. Reyad Sekh Em® is an ultra high vibration healing system combining ancient Egyptian philosophies, alchemy, angelic elemental healing rays, sound vibration, sacred breathing and etheric crystalline energies. As well as Violet Flame of Amenti, the syllabus features three other online modules of Khemitology (Ancient Egyptology according to the indigenous oral traditions), Mindful Chakra Balancing & Essene Angelology. Missed sessions are fully recorded so that late registrations or are possible. Reyad Sekh Em (RSE) Level 1 costs £266 and run about three times a year. the individual modules are stand-alone and cost either £88 or £66, hence the RSE 1 package offers a cost saving, especially as it inclufdes attunements for each module.

Working with the Violet Flame of Amenti brings harmony and wellbeing into our lives. The original version of this article, by Joanna Bristow-Watkins, first appeared in Paradigm Shift Magazine in August 2012.

Harmony Healing utilises the philosophies of the Ancient Egyptians to bring balance and harmony. Within Surrey, via Harmony In Nature, we facilitate Forest bathing+ sessions to help adults reconnect with nature and reap the therapeutic benefits. For dates of our events, see harmonyinnature.uk or see Forest Bathing section of this site (on the purple navigation bar above) for more about this concept. 

Through Harmony Healing, Joanna offers a wider spectrum of events designed to nurture your welbeing. If you are looking for regular spiritually enlightening activities which help to connect you with the lunar cycle, we have our monthly Full Moon Guided Healing Meditations. The next one is Monday 27th November, at 7.30-9.30pm (UK time). Participants all receive a deeply healing experience. Cost to participate is £20 by online BACS payment (small admin fee added for PayPal) or half price to RSE graduates. Book at the Harmony Shop.

During these monthly sessions, we connect with other like-minded people and together we work through a mindful chakra balancing process using colours and etheric crystals, with the aim that all participants will experience a degree of unity consciousness. This activity serves as a good taster of my work in general and the virtual format of our Zoom based programme. And, most importantly, it's a step towards making a difference to the global predicament.

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If you would like to experience one of our spiritual offerings (meditation, reading, 1:1 healing, a Forest Bathing session or a full mentoring course), why not ask for a Harmony Healing gift voucher for a birthday or other celebratory occasion? 

Joanna offers distant intuitive readings  (past life and/or aura readings) and distant 1-2-1 healings. We also have meditations available.

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