When problems begin to overwhelm your mind, take time to think each through and rationalise how to proceed through calm and thoughtful reasoning.
Sunday, September 30, 2012
Yoga and Spirituality
I personally love the idea of somethings we cannot understand, the great mysteries of the unknown. My grandfather was very politically involved in his younger years working with high officials and even dined with the prime minister of China. Ironically enough, that dinner was when he started becoming a vegan. They had a huge feast with 40 or so different types of meat. Then as he finished, there was a small ceremony then the guests were allowed to roam the grounds in which included a zoo tour. It was then that the hosts mentioned that the feast that they had just eaten was composed of these very types of animals that they were looking at in the zoo! That was when my grandfather decided to quit eating meat, and became even more spiritual by tying himself to nature.
When he tells me this story, (my family has many stories), I can imagine the empathy he felt when he saw these animals and how he understood that spirituality connects us to all life. He is one of the healthiest people I know because he follows through and takes care of himself but what is interesting about this lifestyle change is how it effects his energy. I generally believe in science coming from the Colorado School of Mines, however, he is one of the most kind and pure souls. His energy is different from others around him and others can sense it. The chakra in his body is balanced well and he is able to communicate with himself and his surroundings in such an effortless way.
He told me that he practiced learning Reiki in India from a "master" for eight years, however the instructor had told him that eating meat will cause difficulty in practicing reiki- which made sense- the energies effecting so much. Therefore, he continues to practice reiki and veganism.
When he tells me this story, (my family has many stories), I can imagine the empathy he felt when he saw these animals and how he understood that spirituality connects us to all life. He is one of the healthiest people I know because he follows through and takes care of himself but what is interesting about this lifestyle change is how it effects his energy. I generally believe in science coming from the Colorado School of Mines, however, he is one of the most kind and pure souls. His energy is different from others around him and others can sense it. The chakra in his body is balanced well and he is able to communicate with himself and his surroundings in such an effortless way.
He told me that he practiced learning Reiki in India from a "master" for eight years, however the instructor had told him that eating meat will cause difficulty in practicing reiki- which made sense- the energies effecting so much. Therefore, he continues to practice reiki and veganism.
Thursday, September 27, 2012
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
#Yoga Life
Self Practice
Monday, September 24, 2012
The Language of Yoga
Its amazing what a word can do to change your day.
As I was composing poetry earlier this weekend, I realized how influential language truly is.
When we practice we can encompass our feelings and emotions through just one word,
Love, Healing, Happiness, Joy, all can describe the pleasures of the day
and Hate, Ugly, Bad, all can have a complete opposite effect on dictating energies.
It was a fruitful moment when I realized how this related to yoga. We often go around saying things, sometimes things that we don't realize the impact of. Words make a difference, communication is integral in healthy relationships and to make people release any pent up tension or stress.
In yoga, the words we say, though often little, matter.
These short simplistic words encompass the very energy of our bodies and allow us to portray our mentalities.
Yoga is often practiced through the use of Sanskrit tongue. Such simple words uttered have greater and deeper meanings that truly detail the inner-workings of practices such as yoga. They are simple and earthly and manage to allow true freedom within the soul.
For more information on the language of yoga itself and the meanings of Sanskrit terminology you can visit:
http://yogalifejourney.com/sanskrit/sanskrit-words-the-language-of-yoga/
As I was composing poetry earlier this weekend, I realized how influential language truly is.
When we practice we can encompass our feelings and emotions through just one word,
Love, Healing, Happiness, Joy, all can describe the pleasures of the day
and Hate, Ugly, Bad, all can have a complete opposite effect on dictating energies.
It was a fruitful moment when I realized how this related to yoga. We often go around saying things, sometimes things that we don't realize the impact of. Words make a difference, communication is integral in healthy relationships and to make people release any pent up tension or stress.
In yoga, the words we say, though often little, matter.
These short simplistic words encompass the very energy of our bodies and allow us to portray our mentalities.
Yoga is often practiced through the use of Sanskrit tongue. Such simple words uttered have greater and deeper meanings that truly detail the inner-workings of practices such as yoga. They are simple and earthly and manage to allow true freedom within the soul.
For more information on the language of yoga itself and the meanings of Sanskrit terminology you can visit:
http://yogalifejourney.com/sanskrit/sanskrit-words-the-language-of-yoga/
Daily Intention 9/24/2012
Sometimes you just have to be honest with yourself and the ones around you, even if what you're trying to say is difficult or embarrassing to say, SAY IT! Today's intention is courage for truth.
Sunday, September 16, 2012
The Benefits of Yoga
I already knew the calming effects of yoga and its influence on the body's strength, core, flexibility, and fluidity however, researching more about it enlightened me to the plethora of benefits that yoga provides.
Digestive disorders
Anger issues
Fear
Panic
Jealousy
Body tension
Anxiety
Back Pain
Stress management
Arthritis
Depression
Its amazing to think how much yoga can do and much of it has to do with the person's will and belief in their own potential. It only eludes once more to the fact that the mental state we are in is truly what determines how our bodies react to ourselves and also how others see us.
Read more about this article at: http://healthmad.com/alternative/the-benefits-of-chakra-yoga-and-yoga-therapy/#ixzz26hFEoJ35
I personally have experienced much of the healing aspects of yoga not only in conditioning the body but also the mind. Its important to realize how much the mind has an affect on how someone heals or feels. Mentality not only puts our emotions in check but also has a significant influence over how the body reacts and feels.
Its interesting to think and hear of all the possibilities that yoga can offer. I read a particular blog in which the writer used yoga as an alternative therapy for:
Its amazing to think how much yoga can do and much of it has to do with the person's will and belief in their own potential. It only eludes once more to the fact that the mental state we are in is truly what determines how our bodies react to ourselves and also how others see us.
Read more about this article at: http://healthmad.com/alternative/the-benefits-of-chakra-yoga-and-yoga-therapy/#ixzz26hFEoJ35
Friday, September 14, 2012
Sunday, September 9, 2012
Daily Intention 9/10/12
Remove the negativity or the cloudiness in your mind. Accomplish what you must, today.
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
Daily Intention 9/5/2012
Allow my body to recover, replenish my soul through a day of calming and restorative practice.
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Self Practice Reflection (Monday 9/3/2012)
The great thing about self practice in yoga is that you can go at your own pace and in whichever environment you choose. Yesterday consisted of a calming yoga session with my friends from Holland. The most basic vinyasa was where the day had taken us. Later that evening I ran 4 miles then headed to kickboxing at the Rec Center continuing to practice fluidity of the body and control in each muscle and each breath.
Daily Intention 9/4/2012
Let go of the negativity from the past day. Make it mentally tangible, then expel it from your mind, You do not need negativity or stress. You control your emotions and feelings. Its all mental.
Monday, September 3, 2012
Daily Intention 9/3/2012
Wake up early enough to watch the sunrise, allow the body to release any tension and let go before proceeding with the hectic day.
Sunday, September 2, 2012
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