Om Shanti is a Sanskrit phrase commonly used in Hindu and Buddhist cultures. It is often translated as "peace be with you" or "peace be upon you." The word "Om" represents the sound of the universe and is considered a sacred sound in many Indian religions. "Shanti" means peace, calmness, or tranquility. The phrase "Om Shanti" is often used as a greeting or farewell, or as a way to express good wishes for peace and well-being. It can also be used as a mantra in meditation or yoga practices to...
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The Bandhas are three energetic locks or "seals" used in traditional yoga practice to regulate and direct the flow of prana (life force energy) throughout the body. The three bandhas are Mula Bandha, Uddiyana Bandha, and Jalandhara Bandha. Mula Bandha: Mula Bandha is the root lock, located at the base of the pelvis. It involves the contraction of the muscles of the pelvic floor and the lower abdomen, which helps to strengthen the core and stabilize the body. Mula Bandha is said to help...
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A mantra is a word or phrase that is repeated as a form of meditation or prayer. It is typically used in Hinduism and Buddhism, but can also be found in other spiritual practices. The repetition of a mantra is believed to help focus the mind and bring about a sense of calm and inner peace. Mantras can be spoken aloud or silently repeated in the mind, and often have specific meanings or intentions associated with them. Some examples of mantras include "Om," "Om Shanti," "Aham Brahmasmi," "Sat...
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Soham is a Sanskrit word that is often used as a mantra in meditation and yoga practices. It is made up of two syllables: "so" meaning "that" or "universal," and "ham" meaning "I am." So together, Soham means "I am that" or "I am universal." The repetition of this mantra is believed to help quiet the mind and bring about a sense of oneness with the universe or the divine. It is also associated with the concept of the breath, as the sound of "so" is said to correspond to the inhalation of...
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I could have titled this post many things, like "Practice What You Preach" or "Don't Do What I Do", etcetera, etcetera.... In June 2021, I posted a blog article named "Yoga Butt". It is all about Proximal Hamstring Tendinitis, a common ailment among yoga practitioners. I wrote this article to educate myself about the issue because I was experiencing the same. It's just a soreness type feeling at the "sits bones" (ischial tuberosity) where your hamstring tendons attach. No big deal, it goes...
about 1 month ago • 4 min read
I would love to share this very simple, delicious recipe. This is super easy and has many benefits. I love to drink this in the morning as I attempt to find something to replace my morning coffee. All you need is a piece of ginger root and some lemons. Grate about 1/4 cup of the ginger and squeeze the juice from 4 lemons. Add water to equal 2 cups of liquid, stirring well. Pour into an ice cube tray and freeze. Add a cube to warm water or your favorite tea and you have a wonderful, easy,...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
So it finally caught up with me. Yes, COVID. Never thought it would happen to me. I "never" get sick or call in. Invincible and always taking care of others. I wear a mask and had my vaccinations. I wash my hands incessantly. All of these things have kept me from bringing this awful illness home to my family. Almost 3 years into the pandemic, my husband comes home sick from work. Yep, turns out positive. Positive family members are instructed to isolate from others in their home. This is...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
I love Halloween, it's not just the costumes and the haunted houses. It's the weather turning cooler and the color of the leaves on the trees. It's a new season for new beginnings. Halloween definitely brings back some good childhood memories of Trick or Treating, Parades and hay rides in the pumpkin patch. To celebrate this year, I would like to share a video replay with you. Enjoy! photo credit: canva.com
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
I made these super sweet nutritious snacks this weekend. The recipe is shared from gimmesomeoven.com Super easy. Let me know how you like it. Laura Ingredients: 1cup chopped dates 1/2 cup honey 1 Tablespoon chia seeds 1 Tablespoon ground flax seeds pinch of salt 1 1/2 cups uncooked old-fashioned oats 1 cup shelled pistachio nuts 1 cup dried cranberries Pulse the dates, honey, chia seeds, flax seeds and salt in a food processor Add Oats, Pistachios and cranberries into a large bowl and stir...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
It seems as though these days we are looking more toward purchasing and using products that are more natural and better for your body that pose less of a carbon footprint on our Mother Earth. I would just like to share some products that I love and have used. Deodorant - Natural deodorants are made to allow the natural cooling process of sweating, but offer the bacteria fighting elements to control odor. I have tried a brand called Primal Pit Paste that is made from Shea Butter, Baking Soda,...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read