Cultivated Zen

Deep within the center of your brain lies the pineal gland, a small, pinecone-shaped organ. Pineal gland activation requires a combination of spiritual practice, diet, lifestyle, and a willingness to see beyond the immediate world.  

The pineal gland has mystified scientists and spiritual seekers alike for centuries. Could unlocking its secrets be the key to higher consciousness?

The pineal gland is a link between the consciousness of man and the invisible worlds of Nature.

Manly P. Hall, Melchizedek and the Mystery of Fire.

What is the Pineal Gland?

The pineal gland is a small, pea-sized organ located in the brain, near the center between the hemispheres. It is part of the endocrine system, mainly responsible for producing and regulating the hormone melatonin. Melatonin  is crucial in managing the body’s sleep-wake cycle and circadian rhythms. 

Rick Strassman famously claimed in his book  “DMT: The Spirit Molecule,” that DMT is produced in the gland at the point of birth and death. This has led many to believe that the pineal gland is the connecting doorway between the physical and astral planes. Pineal gland activation is therefore the quest for many psychonauts.

There is little evidence to back up Strassman, but it is worth noting that the pineal gland forms in the human foetus at 49 days. This is also the time that gender takes form. Tibetan Buddhists believe that there is an in-between stage called the bardo, which occurs after death and before reincarnation, and can last up to 49 days.

There is clearly some kind of connection between the forming of life and pineal gland activation.

Pineal gland activation – Connect to the third eye chakra

Straight from ancient Indian spiritual traditions, the term chakra translates to ‘wheel’ or ‘disk’ in Sanskrit. They are like spinning, vibrant centres of energy along your body. Each one corresponds to specific physical, emotional, and spiritual facets of your being.

The standard chakra system outlines seven main chakras, each shining in a distinct color of the rainbow. The line runs from the base of your spine to the crown of your head. 

The third eye chakra is your ‘sixth sense’ and carries the name of ‘Ajna chakra’. It is the source of your wisdom, judgement, and intellectual understanding. When its energy is unblocked and in balance, you will be able to see both physically and intuitively.

If you could use more inspiration in your life, you’re thinking about major changes, or you would like to feel more focussed, then it’s a good time to start working with your Ajna energy, and get into pineal gland activation.

What happens with successful pineal gland activation?

When people discuss pineal gland activation, they often refer to enhancing its function. This typically means increasing the production of melatonin to help sleep quality and regulating circadian rhythms. 

Activating the pineal gland is associated with achieving higher states of consciousness, enhancing intuition, and accessing mystical experiences or psychic abilities.

Here are some of the effects of pineal gland activation:

1. Improved Sleep Patterns: Activating it could lead to more regulated sleep cycles and possibly help combat insomnia.
2. Spiritual Experiences: The pineal gland is referred to as the “third eye” and is believed to be a portal to higher consciousness. It can lead to spiritual awakening, enhanced intuition, and a deeper sense of inner peace.
3. Enhanced Perception: Some believe that activating the pineal gland can open up perceptions beyond normal sensory input, akin to psychic abilities or extrasensory perception. Doing so can give you clearer insight into your purpose in this world. 
4. Physical and Mental Benefits: Claims also include improved physical health, mental clarity, and emotional well-being. This is due to the hormonal balance and detoxification of harmful compounds that might affect the gland. If you’re feeling that you need help with your concentration, working on activating the pineal gland is a great place to start. 
5. Psychological Changes: Many report greater sense of connectivity with the universe and a profound understanding of life’s interconnectedness.

Pineal gland activation and calcification

The body can create calcium deposits in the body over time. Parts of the circulatory system like the heart and arteries can experience this, and the pineal gland is incredibly susceptible. 

Some studies have shown that this calcification is also linked to neuro-degenerative disorders such as dementia. It is also likely that a calcified pineal gland will impact the activation process.

The general advice to decalcify is to avoid toxins in your diet, reduce the amount of fluoride from tap water, and to exercise regularly.

Avoiding fluoride, which is generally in tap water, is said to contribute to pineal gland calcification. This specfiic point is hotly contested, particularly as the inclusion of fluoride in the water system has led to much better dental health across the Western world.

How do you activate the pineal gland?

To activate the pineal gland, you need to do a range of things. What you’re looking to do is enhance its function, particularly in terms of increasing melatonin production and possibly tapping into the gland’s more mystical potential as the “third eye.” 

1. Light Exposure: Managing light exposure is crucial for regulating melatonin production by the pineal gland. Avoiding bright light and especially blue light from screens before bedtime can help. Getting natural sunlight during the day can keep your circadian rhythm healthy, so get outside! 
2. Good Sleep Hygiene: Maintaining a regular sleep schedule and ensuring a dark, quiet sleeping environment can support the natural rhythm of melatonin production.
3. Diet: Some practitioners suggest that certain foods can help detoxify and activate the pineal gland. Foods rich in antioxidants, such as dark leafy greens, and those high in vitamin K, like broccoli and Brussels sprouts are best.
4. Meditation and Yoga: Practices that involve meditation and specific yoga poses are believed to help ‘activate’ the pineal gland. See below for more on focused third eye meditation.
5. Supplements: Some advocate for supplements that either help decalcify the gland (like iodine) or enhance its function (like melatonin supplements, if appropriate and recommended by a healthcare provider).
6. Sound Therapy: Certain frequencies and sounds resonate with and activate the pineal gland. You could use binaural beats or singing bowls.
7. Detoxification: Regular detox practices, such as saunas, fasting, or specific detox diets, can help reduce the calcification of the pineal gland and promote its health and function.
8. Dreamwork. Analysing your dreams can you help to connect better to the spiritual elements of your pineal gland. They are expressions of your deeper self, and may help you to expand your intuition. 

How do you activate the pineal gland with meditation?

Find a Quiet Place: Choose a quiet and comfortable place where you won’t be disturbed. Sit in a comfortable position, either on the floor with cushions or in a chair, ensuring your back is straight.

Relax Your Body: Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths. As you breathe in, imagine pulling in a useful force of relaxation, and then as you breathe out, let your body relax. Continue this for a few minutes until your body feels relaxed. Notice even the small muscles around your eyes, your mouth, and behind your nose. Let them go. 

Focus on Your Third Eye: Shift your attention to the spot between your eyebrows, often referred to as the third eye. 

Visualize an Indigo Light: Imagine a glowing indigo light or sphere at the third eye location. With each inhale, visualize this indigo light becoming brighter and more vibrant.

Deep Breathing: Continue to breathe deeply, focusing on the sensation of the breath and the visualization of the indigo light. Feel the light expanding with each breath, increasing your awareness and awakening the third eye.

Conclude the Meditation: After 10-20 minutes, or however long you feel comfortable, begin to bring your attention back to your body and your surroundings. Move your fingers and toes, and when you’re ready, open your eyes.

Reflect: Take a moment to reflect on any sensations, thoughts, or feelings that arose during the meditation

Herbs for third eye chakra 

Using incense or herbs when you seek to activate the pineal gland is a great way to ground yourself in the moment, and focus on aromas.

Certain herbs are also associated with the spiritual, astral, and magickal realms, such as:

• Lavender. This soothing herb gives required relaxation and quieting of the busy mind required to engage in deep change. 
• Cannabis. Many use cannabis to connect to their spiritual selves and to support the bypassing of the ego for deeper truths. Cannabinoids have however been found to limit the production of melatonin in rats, and so the jury is out on cannabis and the pineal gland. It’s still a key herb in the quest for spiritual awakening. 
• Mugwort. In traditional Chinese medicine, mugwort stimulates life energy through the body, and so is an important herb in pineal gland activation.  In Europe, mugwort was used in traditional witchcraft and is still used today in some pagan rituals.
• Blue Lotus.(Nymphaea caerulea) is a water lily native to Egypt with a long history of use in traditional medicine and spiritual practices. The plant’s psychoactive properties come from compounds called alkaloids with sedative and euphoric effects.

What frequency opens the third eye?

The idea that certain frequencies can activate the pineal gland stems largely from beliefs in energy medicine and alternative therapies. The frequencies often mentioned include:

936 Hz: This frequency is said to be associated with the pineal gland, helping to activate it and promote higher states of consciousness.

Binaural beats are not a single frequency but a technique where two slightly different tones are played in each ear, producing a perceived third tone in the brain. Some proponents suggest that binaural beats around the theta (4-7 Hz) and alpha (8-14 Hz) frequencies can help stimulate the pineal gland.

People claim that these frequencies help enhance relaxation, meditation, and spiritual awareness. It’s best to use headphones to ensure each ear receives the tones directly. Sound therapy is also just great for relaxation and mental well-being, regardless of their effect on the pineal gland.

Zen word on the activation of the pineal gland and third eye

The scientific community focuses on the gland’s biological functions related to melatonin and circadian rhythms. The spiritual lens for this part of our brain emphasis its central role in creating a bridge between our physical bodies, and the higher planes of energy and spirit. 

Pineal gland activation requires first that you become open and ready to connect. There is no magic bullet that will suddenly transport you to a psychedelic world of fractals and machine elves. 

But deeper intuition and control of your thoughts and mind is possible. The third eye is where perception meets logic, and offers you the ability to see the universe in new ways. Suddenly having access to new thoughts like a software upgrade to your brain is magically inspiring. 

You might notice the smells and sound of spring as you walk down the street, or view someone you have often disagreed with in the past, with more empathy and understanding. Any process which allows us to be wiser, more intelligent, and loving has to be worth a shot. 

So go for pineal gland activation and stay zen, folks.