Creating positive vibrations with Negative Ions

What is a negative ion?

Ions are invisible particles, either molecules or atoms, which bear an electric charge. Atoms, for instance, consist of an atomic nucleus that contains neutral neutrons and positively charged protons, as well as orbiting electrons that are negatively charged. When an atom is in a neutral condition, the number of protons (+) and electrons (-) is equal. When the number of protons and electrons is not the same, the particle becomes an ion that is either positively or negatively charged.

Positive Ion (Cation): an atom (or molecule) that has lost one or more electrons due to a high-energy impact. Natural forces that generate positive ions include the decay of radioactive minerals, radon gas, forest fires, lightning and ultraviolet rays.

Negative Ion (Anion): an atom (or molecule) that has gained one or more extra negatively charged electrons. Negative ions are naturally generated by evaporating water, ocean surf, waterfalls and ionic minerals such as Tourmaline.
Reference; Team Ionic

Negative Ions - Negative ions have long been associated with improvements in mood and physical health. Research conducted in the last decade has begun to support the view that negative ions have a net positive effect on health. Researchers at the Russian Academy of Sciences in Moscow discovered that negative ions are able to help protect the body from mental and physical stress.

How do we absorb them?

We inhale them, they are tasteless an odorless.

To address air pollution-related health problems a growing number of people are using air filtration products in the home or workplace that generate negative ions to charge and precipitate airborne particulate matter for removal to create localized zones of improved air quality.
Consumer devices that utilize negative ion-generating technology have been shown to eliminate airborne pollutants, dust, cigarette smoke, pet dander, pollen, mold spores, viruses, and bacteria from the air. Research supports the view that negative ions have a net positive effect on health, including improved mood and relieving depression by increasing serotonin levels, stabilized catecholamine regulation and circadian rhythm, enhanced recovery from physical exertion and protection from positive ion-related stress and exhaustion disorders.  Negative ions can help keep office workers more alert on the job and reducing the need for caffeine consumption.

The best and most available source of negative ions is in natural settings with moving water such as waterfalls, lakes, ocean, rivers, and streams.  Going outside after a thunderstorm or heavy rainfall will also provide us with negative ions. All the above environments are commonly associated with peacefulness not only because of the beauty but because of the ionic effect in our blood stream.

How can we bring Negative ions into our space?
As previously mentioned we can purchase commercially sold ionizers but there is no solid evidence that they actually work. Most ionizers come with air filters so the filter may be working to create a better air quality but to get the maximum benefit of negative ions I suggest using a water fountain.
There are now many different styles and sizes of water fountains available for home and office use.
    At home we can install small tabletop fountains in our family rooms or bedrooms. Larger art piece fountains can be installed in foyers and entrances, the bigger the fountain the more ions will be given off.

        Many businesses have fountains in their reception area where clientele may sit and wait for appointments and meetings. This is excellent for doctor’s offices or other environments where intense decision making will take place.

         In busy offices with a large staff we can create an “Ion Space”.  Designate a small spare room or a small section of a large open area to install a tabletop fountain and a comfortable chair or two which recline slightly.

    Use this area for rest only, you could name it  the 
“Take 5” space.  Sit back and close the eyes, practice mindful breathing and simply “BE” in the moment for 5 minutes.  No talking allowed, no texting, no emails no calls.

The combination of inhaling negative ions while breathing consciously, and relaxation will leave one feeling rejuvenated and more alert.  Over time you may be surprised with the positive effects this practice will have on your physical and mental health.

Brenda E. Bell
www.brendabell.ca