Understanding Meditation

What is meditation?

Meditation is a tool for the re-discovery of body's own inner intelligence. Practiced for thousands of years, it's not about forcing the mind to be quiet, it's finding the silence that's already there and making it a part of your life. Silence is the birthplace of happiness, creativity and infinite possibilities. From this field of pure potentiality we get our bursts of inspiration, our most intuitive thoughts, and our deepest sense of connection to the Universe. Practicing meditation on a daily basis allows you to weave silence and stillness into your mind and body to create a life of greater compassion and fulfillment. Meditation is a journey to the center of our very being; a journey to emotional freedom; and a journey to the reawakening of our unconditioned self.

How will Meditation affect my health?

Today doctors are increasingly citing stress as a major contributing factor to most illnesses. Even though meditation should not be considered a cure by itself, research has shown it to be beneficial for a wide range of health problems. As stress is greatly eliminated through Sound Meditation, our minds and bodies begin to function with maximum effectiveness, creating health, vitality and happiness.

Establish your own sacred time just for you. This a time that you can re-fill your cup. Establish 1 to 2 times a day that are just for you. Could be just for 5 minutes on up to 2 hours. You may ask, how do I do this, my life is so hectic with work and family? It takes practice but trust me, it can be done. It needs to be done....... During this special time you can nurture yourself, rejuvenate oneself, release stress, re-connect with the divine essence of who you really are... To help you reconnect to your higher self, you can start by: Learning meditation (various traditions) Learning prayers (various traditions) Learn How to Create Your Own Sacred Space Reading Favorite scriptures Pranayama - breathing techniques Yoga - restorative poses Learn different items to have in your home/office to help create the ambience of the sacred space. Learn how to release stress and gain clarity and calmness in a matter of minutes, anytime, anywhere. Meditation is a healing practice that allows us to experience inner calm and deep relaxation. For thousands of years, people have used meditation to move beyond the mind's busy activity and emotional turbulence into profound peace and expanded awareness.

In the 21st century, the restful awareness we experience during meditation is more valuable than ever. The pace of life has accelerated, and every day we are bombarded with more information and stimulation than our ancestors encountered during entire lifetimes. Not surprisingly, the number of people suffering from stress, anxiety, insomnia, and chronic health problems is on the rise — and many are searching for peace of mind.

The most direct way to experience inner silence and well-being is meditation. As scientific research reveals, when you meditate, your breathing slows, blood pressure decreases, and stress hormone levels fall.

Meditation isn't about forcing your mind to be quiet, but about experiencing the quiet that is already there. Even when your mind is filled with agitated thoughts, you still have access to the inner stillness and calm that always lies beneath the choppy surface of thought and emotion.

Even as your body is resting deeply in meditation, your mind is awake, though quiet. The term restful awareness captures the unique combination of physical relaxation and an alert yet quiet mind.

There are many types of meditation. The meditation that works for you, is the right one for You!

Want to Learn more about how to Re-connect to your Higher Self?

Here are programs that are available:

Meditation Program

Manage stress
Reduce anxiety
Improve your relationships
Create inner peace
Awaken your intuition
Lower your blood pressure
Become less judgmental
Connect to spirit
Enhance your sleep patterns

Create Sacred Space Program

Custom Lifestyle Counseling

Learn the Basics of Meditation and Workshop

• Learn various types of meditation and breathing techniques to help you live and flow throughout your day.

Understanding Ayurveda

Ayurveda - The Science of Life

Ayurveda is over 5000 year-old system of natural healing that has its origins in the Vedic culture of India. More than a mere system of treating illness, Ayurveda is a science of life (Ayur = life, Veda = science or knowledge). It offers a body of wisdom designed to help people stay vital while realizing their full human potential. Providing guidelines on ideal daily and seasonal routines, diet, behavior and the proper use of our senses, Ayurveda reminds us that health is the balanced and dynamic integration between our environment, body mind and spirit. Ayurveda is the art of daily living in harmony with the laws of nature.

Recognizing that human beings are part of nature, Ayurveda describes three fundamental energies that govern our inner and outer environments: movement, transformation and structure. Known in Sanskrit as Vata (Wind), Pitta (Fire) and Kapha (Earth), these primary forces are responsible for the characteristics of our mind and body. Each of us has a unique proportion of these three forces that shapes our nature. If Vata is dominant in our system, we tend to be thin, light, enthusiastic, energetic and changeable. If Pitta predominates in our nature, we tend to be intense, intelligent, goal-oriented and have a strong appetite for life. When Kapha prevails, we tend to be easy-going, methodical and nurturing. Although each of us has all three forces, most people have one or two elements that are more obviously expressed.

For each element, there is a balanced and imbalance expression. When Vata is balanced a person is lively and creative, but when there is too much movement in the system, a person tends to experience anxiety, insomnia, dry skin, constipation and has difficulty completing tasks. When Pitta is functioning in a balanced manner, a person is warm, friendly, disciplined, a good leader and a good speaker. When the fire element is out of balance, a person tends to be compulsive, irritable and may suffer from indigestion or an inflammatory condition. When Kapha is balanced, a person is sweet, supportive and stable but when it is out of balance, a person may experience sluggishness, weight gain and sinus congestion. An important goal of Ayurveda is to identify a person’s ideal state of balance, determine where they are out of balance and offer interventions using diet, herbs, aromas, massage, music and meditation to reestablish balance.

Want to Learn more about how to incorporate the Ayurvedic Lifestyle into your life?

Here are programs that are available:

• Ayurvedic Lifestyle Program Level

- Learn your mind/body constitution
- Learn the six tastes - nutrition
- Learn individualized daily routine
- Learn basic meditation
- Learn about emotional balancing
- Learn various methods of healing through aromatherapy, colors, pranayama
- Learn basic yoga poses

• Ayurvedic Lifestyle Custom Program

• Custom Lifestyle Counseling

• Ayurvedic Daily Routine Classes

Yogi Living's Workshops and Classes

It is the holiday season. Great time to give yourself or a loved one the gift of health and well-being.

I have listed below the workshops I am offering for the year 2009. Many of these workshops are for anyone, the individual, couples, businesses and corporations. I will be adding two cooking class programs as well, so be on the look out for those! My workshops are given in person, online web format, and via phone in the following locations: USA, Canada, and India

I am offering gift certificates for all workshops and classes. Please feel free to contact me for more information about the workshops I offer and give the gift of health to your friend, family member, or co-worker this year. May you be well, healthy, happy.

Workshops:
- Breath Flow and Weightloss Workshop
(This is a 2- day workshop, Learn breath techniques that promotes Weightloss)
- Breath Flow & Transforming Degenerative Diseases Workshop
(This is a 2 - day workshop or custom designed workshop available)
- Ayurvedic Lifestyle Workshop
(This can be a 2- day basic, 3- day, 5-day, or 7- day workshop, days need not be consecutive)
- Primordial Sound Meditation
(This is a 3 -day course - days need not be consecutive)
- Create Your Own Sacred Space and Daily Practices
(This is a 2 or 3 day course, days need not be consecutive)
- Seven Spiritual Laws of Success
(This can be a 2- day basic , 3- day, 5- day, or 7- day intensive workshop, days need not be consecutive)
- Advanced Primordial Sound Meditation with Heart Sutras
(This is a 3 -day course, days need not be consecutive)
- Spirit Centered Relationships Workshop
(This is a 3- day, 5- day or 7- day workshop)
-The Spiritual Organization or Business
(How to bring Spirit into any Organization or Business)
- Vedic Retreat
(This is a 3- day, 5- day or 7 -day retreat practicing the daily vedic routine)
- Practical Wisdom
(This is a 2- day intensive of juice fasting, yoga, different types of meditation, and spiritual discussion)
- Special Group Speaking Engagements - Available Upon Request
- Lifestyle Coaching and Counseling - Available for individual, couples, and families