A Simple Guide To Meditation To Help You Deal With Stress Meditation is one of the techniques used in stress management. A person who is riddled with problems often finds it hard to focus; which often leads to more problems cropping up due to their mistakes. Meditation techniques help a person achieve a calm state of mind without having to resort to drugs or relaxation tools and implements. Every step to meditation is done in the mind. Remember that meditation is not a one-shot deal. It is almost impossible to attain a calm state of mind in just a matter of minutes, especially if it’s your ..read more

Why You Should Meditate at Least Once a Day Many people have started a daily meditation practice to find peace and tranquility in the hustle and bustle of everyday life. In fact, the meditation and relaxation app Clue became the most popular app during the start of the pandemic. Headspace came in second, as it is a very popular guided meditation app. And this only goes to show how much meditation has grown in popularity in the past year. Overall, this is great news as the practice is beneficial for individuals who want to improve their well-being. And through regular mediation, y ..read more

What is Nada Yoga? – The Sacred Sound Attaining Samadhi through sound is Nada Yoga. Samadhi is the experience of pure consciousness that transcends mind and body. On the path to experiencing pure consciousness, an individual discovers the wisdom of the body, emotional and cognitive intelligence, the union of body and mind (atman or soul), and the expansion of Atman into Nada Braham or Shabd Braham (God of Sound or Word). Beyond the experience of Nada-Brahman comes the realization of the Nirgun Brahman or pure consciousness. Nada means the flow of sou ..read more

Can awakening of Kundalini free us from addictions? Why do we get addicted? Why do addictions or harmful habits tend to occur so frequently? The reason behind addictions and harmful habits of any kind is the lack of optimal functioning of the brain which leads to brain dormancy. Such a state of dormancy is either the result of a deficiency in the neurochemicals in the brain or due to conditioning done by the family, society, and culture. The conditioning is like a prison for the brain, where the brain can’t access its own resources. A partially functioning brain has access to only a fractio ..read more

Meditation, Mindfulness and Mind-Emptiness Ever been unable to sleep because you can’t switch off that stream of thoughts that seem to flow incessantly, mercilessly through your head? When your mental noise distracts you from the task at hand, makes you forget why you walked into a room or keeps you awake at night, you’re a victim of what is known in the East as “the monkey mind”. It is this thought stream that, according to Eastern tradition, is the source of much of our modern-day stress and mental dysfunction. So, what can you do about it? Meditation In the West, meditation has become a ..read more

Top 5 Yoga and Meditation Books You Must Read The selection of yoga books that we propose below looks at the asanas (postures) that manage to tone the body and keep it graceful and in shape, which is not small. But the look is broader because yoga is much more. In this list of yoga books, there are classic works and others very new. 1.3 Minutes of Meditation by Christoph Andre Three minutes of meditation opens the door to mindfulness meditation. Indeed, this type of meditation was originally practiced in the offices of doctors and bureaucrats. Today, you can enjoy mindfulness meditation in ..read more

Shanti Mantra: Om Bhadram Karnnebhih Shrnnuyaama Devaah Listen to this beautiful Vedic Shanti Mantra (Mantra for Peace) Chanting – Om Bhadram Karnnebhih Shrnnuyaama Devaah by Yogacharya Bhuwan Chandra. English Transliteration: Om Bhadram Karnnebhih Shrnnuyaama Devaah | Bhadram Pashyema-Akssabhir-Yajatraah | Sthirair-Anggais-Tussttuvaamsas-Tanuubhih | Vyashema Devahitam Yad-Aayuh | Svasti Na Indro Vrddha-Shravaah | Svasti Nah Puussaa Vishva-Vedaah | Svasti Nas-Taakssaryo Arisstta-Nemih | Svasti No Vrhaspatir-Dadhaatu || Om Shaantih Shaantih Shaantih ..read more

What is Sound Healing and its Benefits? Sound healing is an ancient healing modality that uses sound and vibration to bring balance to the body and mind. It is based on the belief that sound has a powerful effect on the body and can be used to promote physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Sound healing is believed to work by sending vibrations through the body, which interact with the body’s cells and tissues in such a way that it helps to restore balance, decrease pain, and improve overall health. Sound healing has been used for centuries in many cultures, including in India, Tib ..read more