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Rh it. Do not dismiss this subject without a thought. Experiment a little with the sun's rays, and get some of the benefit of the direct vibrations on your body. If you have any special weakness of the body, you will find that you will obtain relief by letting the rays of the sun reach the affected part, or the surface of the body right over the affected part.

The early morning rays of the sun are by far the most beneficial, and those who rise early and get the benefit of these fresh rays are to be congratulated. After the sun has risen about five hours, the vital effects of the rays lessen, and then gradually decrease as the day nears its close. You will notice that flower-beds which receive the early morning sunshine, thrive much better than those who get only the afternoon rays. All lovers of flowers understand this, and realize that sunshine is as necessary to healthy plant life, as is water, air and good soil. Study the plants a little—get back to nature, and read your lesson there. The sun and air are wonderful tonics—why do you not partake of them more freely?

In other parts of this book, we have spoken of the power of the mind to attract to the system an additional share of Prana from the air, food, water, etc. And this is true of the Prana or vital force in the sun's rays—you may increase the benefit by the proper mental attitude. Walk out in the morning sun—lift up your head, throw back your shoulders, take a few good breaths of the air which is being charged with Prana from the sun's rays. Let the sun shine on you. And then, form the mental image suggested by the words, while you repeat the following