The Three Gunas – Sattva, Rajas, Tamas Guna is a Sanskrit word, meaning “quality” Three Gunas are Sattva (purity), Rajas (activity), Tamas (darkness). In Yogic philosophy and Ayurveda, a Guna is tattva or element of reality that can affect our psychological, emotional and energetic states. These three qualities of nature always exist together. Gunas exist …
“Full moon meditation is very well known. The moon is also very connected to spiritual practices. You can say that these meditations are more compelling.” The moon is an integral part of our lives. Whether it is celebrating a festival or starting an auspicious task or meditating, we consider the movements of the moon. Full …
Which dosha type are you? Every human being carries three Doshas within him. Knowing your Dosha can help you live a healthier and more balanced life. To determine your Ayurvedic Dosha please mark the table below; Characteristics Vata Pitta Kapha Frame o Thin o Moderate o Large Body Weight o Low o Moderate o Heavy …
Panchakosha – The Five Sheaths There are five layers or sheaths around the soul. These five different energy sheaths are known as “Koshas” Panchkosha – five sheaths from root Pancha, “five” + kosha “sheaths” – is the five layers or sheaths of the human being. The koshas are known for their distinct characteristics such as …
What is Meditation? Much has been said and written about meditation, yet it takes years to understand its nature. It cannot be taught, just as sleep cannot be taught. One has to gather the conditions for sleep to happen; proper space, bed, lighting, etc., then assume the posture of sleep and apply some techniques to …
The difference between Restorative and Yin Yog Nothing is absolute, what is written here is to give you context and contrast between two different styles of yoga. Restorative Yoga is for those who are IN NEED OF HEALING. Psychological; stress, anxiety, overactive mind/ constant narrative. Physical: injury, illness. Yin Yoga is for the HEALED BODY …
Yoga is a life of self-discipline base on the tenets of ‘simple living and high thinking’. The body is a vehicle for the soul and has specific requirements which must be fulfilled for it to function smoothly and supply the optimum mileage. These requirements may be seen metaphorically in relationship to those of another vehicle. …
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If you are thinking of starting a personal meditation practice and you don’t know where to begin, here are a few tips to get you started. Sitting Position Choose any comfortable sitting position, whether that be on the floor, sat on a cushion, legs crossed, or straight out in front, kneeling or even sat on …
Rehabilitation of the joints through safe, moderate, therapeutic stress How is that possible you might ask yourself? It gets a little scientific, but I will do my best to explain simply with the help of Bernie Clark’s insightful teachings (An expert teacher in the yin yoga field) Stress is needed to stimulate our stem cells …