How to Get Rid of Gas and Bloating Now and Forever
Intestinal gas and abdominal bloating are uncomfortable and embarrassing problems. Gas and bloating are the most common health complaints, so don’t feel embarrassment if this issue effects you – you’re not alone. One may experience only gas or only bloating, but they commonly occur together, as both are the result of a build up of [...]
How to Overcome Sleepiness in Meditation
Drowsiness during meditation is a common problem especially in people who are new to meditation. This happens because the state of sleep and the state of meditation share similar qualities; both meditation and sleep involve the cessation of physical and mental activity and the withdrawal of the senses. However, in sleep we are in a [...]
Capturing the Uncaught Mind (Part 1/3 of Powerful Meditation Techniques)
This technique comes from the Buddhist tradition and was introduced to me by my teacher Sahajananda, founder of Hridaya Yoga. This is a good technique to use for 15-20 minutes before a meditation session, especially if you are having trouble calming the mind. I find it very useful on days when my mind is incredibly [...]
The 5 Elements of Ayurveda and Yoga
Both Ayurveda and Yoga are based on the principle of the 5 elements. These 5 elements are referred to as the panchamahabhutas in Ayurveda or the tattvas in yoga. Pancha literally means “five” and mahabhuta and tattva are Sanskrit words meaning “element” or “reality.” What are the 5 elements? These 5 elements are responsible for [...]
Yoga for Balancing Your Doshas
Just as incorrect diet and lifestyle can create imbalance, so can an incorrect yoga practice. Yoga must be done in an individual basis – we are all different in mind and body, and the way you practice should be designed to work best for you. Asanas are an important aspect of your yoga practice as [...]
Nasal Cleansing with Nasya
An effective Ayurvedic remedy for nasal cleansing is nasya. Nasya is one of the five purification methods in panchakarma therapy and is also commonly done as an Ayurvedic treatment on its own. One can get a professional nasya treatment by a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner, or do a simple nasya by themselves at home. This Ayurvedic [...]
Nasal Cleansing with Neti
Neti or “jala neti” meaning cleansing with water is an ancient technique used in both Ayurveda and Yoga for nasal cleansing. Cleansing is performed with a solution of salt water that is flushed through the nasal passage using a simple pot designed specifically for this purpose. The most known benefit of neti is the cleansing [...]
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