Science of Nature and Naturopathy

We present an interesting article on the Science of Nature and Naturopathy. Nature is the mother of all existence and also the source of all creations. Finding knowledge and experiences through different sources and processes to fulfill a certain purpose or need is the science. The study of science makes any issues easier, clearer, usable, and rational.

Nature is the foundation or the right spot to attempt a better understanding. Everything is here in nature. Naturopathy, a treatment and a healing theory throughout the five elements, is typically based on nature and her five elements, which are the root causes of every creation. So, ether element is the first element according to the origin of pancha tattva is used in the nature cure system.

Naturopathy is not only a system of treatment; it also shows a simple way of living. Initially one takes the nature cure and then he is attracted by this system. Finally he sees a ray of hope on it. Keeping this in mind, it has been felt that there is most need of this study about ether element therapy which can give proper guidance and clarity to those who are students, teachers, doctors, patients and other interested persons to naturopathy.

Introduction to Nature

Nature is formed of the pancha mahaabhoota, which is a platform of these five elements. On this platform, matter and energy exist means that one by one creation appeared in this world/universe. Each being and matter took the same qualities and nature of Panchatattva. We are born in nature, cared for, protected, and sustained by nature. Srishti (Creation), Sthiti (Operation), and Pralaya (Destruction) are the fundamental rules of Nature or the Adrishya Shakti (unseen Energy / divine power).

Nature creates, saves, and makes us sick as well as ultimately treats, heals, promotes, and rejuvenates us. This is the cycle of nature and beings. Nature is a healer and gives healing to us. She has the great power by which every creature is benefited. Naturally, we like nature, we love nature, we enjoy nature, and we feel fresh and energetic. We can gain spiritual power in nature. So, the use of the five elements of nature differently in treatment and the healing process is a very effective and natural process.

1.2 Panchatattva and their origin

It is said that before creation took place, there was nothing except the supreme power or cosmic intelligence.  In the beginning, firstly Aakaasha tattva (Ether) element with its subtle form ‘Shabda’ (Sound) appeared by the power of the supreme soul. Next, Vaayu Tattva (air element) with its subtle form ‘Sparsha’ (Touch) appeared. Then, Agni tattva (Fire Element) with its subtle form ‘Rupa’ (Form); then Jala Tattva (Water) element with its subtle form ‘Rasa’ (Juice/drop). After that, Prithivi Tattva (Earth) element with its subtle form ‘Gandha’ (Smell). Each element takes the quality of the previous element, which is given below.

Element Name                                           Subtle Form & Quality

Aakaasha (Ether)                                        Shabda (Sound)

Vaayu (Air)                                                  Sparsha (Touch) + Sound

Agni (Fire)                                                   Rupa (Form) + Touch + Sound

Jala (Water)                                                 Rasa (Juice) + Form + Touch + Sound

Prithivi (Earth)                                             Gandha (Smell) + Juice + Form + Touch + Sound

1.3 Panchatattva and Body Natural Anatomy

Human being is one unit of supreme soul or nature. As the union of pancha tattva that is nature, similarly human being is also composed of pancha tattva, Akasha, Vayu, Agni, Jala and Prithivi. So, we can find these five elements in different forms in the body.

Elements in Nature                              Elements in Body

Ether                                          Cellular space, vessels, cavities, tracts, holes, canal and space

Air                                              Respiration, circulation, communication, hearing, and motion

Fire                                            Oxidation process, body temperature

Water                                         Blood, Lymph, Juice, Mucous, all the body fluids

Earth                                          All Muscles and Bones

Definition: Naturopathy

Naturopathy is a path of treatment system through the artful use of the five elements (Pancha tattva). It is the healing theory of Pancha tattva. It is also considered the oldest medical system in the world and known as the mother of all therapies. The oldest therapy, as nature itself, and also as the creation of all the creatures as well. Natural way of treatment has been mentioned in Vedas as a Upavaasa (Fast), surya chikitsa (Sun therapy), Aahara Chikitsa (Food therapy), Jala Chikitsa (Water therapy), herbal therapy, etc.

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We present an insightful article on Psychological Stress During COVID-19 Quarantine and Yoga Benefits. Psychology defines stress as a feeling of strain and pressure. Stress is a type of psychological pain however small amounts of stress may be accepted as normal and even healthy. Positive stress helps improve physical performance and mental analysis as it creates the ability to motivate and adapt with the environment especially during crisis but excessive amounts of stress affect our physical, physiological and mental diseases.

In January 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the outbreak of a new corona virus disease, COVID-19, to be a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. COVID-19 also CORONA Virus is caused by SARS-CoV-2 (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Corona Virus 2) which affects mammals and birds.

“The disease was first identified on 31st December, 2019, in Wuhan, the capital of China’s Hubei province, and has since spread globally, resulting in the ongoing 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic.”

Most people infected with the COVID-19 virus will experience mild to moderate respiratory illness. Old age, and those with underlying medical problems like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic

At this time, there are no specific vaccines or treatments for COVID-19. However, there are many ongoing clinical trials evaluating potential treatments. WHO will continue to provide updated information as soon as clinical findings become available and in time we shall understand that the incubation period for vaccines is not less than 18 months.

Countries like the United States, Italy, the United Kingdom, Spain, and Germany are facing huge crises and are frontlines of coronavirus cases and deaths. However, China, which was the first outbreak, seems to manage the death rate.

In the context of Nepal, more than 49+ people have been diagnosed as Covid-19 positive, and 16 have recovered to date.

The only prevention measure to stop the pandemic in all infected countries has been regulated quarantine. The world has suddenly rested. There is a break in the regular schedule of human life and work format. A huge impact on socio-economic life globally has been felt.

Change in pattern of life, the fear of pandemic, inability to apply the preventive measure from onset of viral infection has resulted in stressful outcome in context of economy and human lifestyle.

The stress (economic, psychological), anxiety, and problems (economic, social, global) people are experiencing during quarantine will bring severe negative outcomes. If the international authority (WHO) and national authority are unable to facilitate individual, national as well and global.

QUARANTINE AND YOGA

The word quarantine comes from quarantena, meaning “forty days”, used in the 14th-15th-century Venetian language and designating the period that all ships were required to be isolated before passengers and crew could go ashore during the Black Death plague epidemic.

In recent context, it is wise for us to understand the importance of quarantine until the authentic and considerable medicines and preventive measures get identified. The suggestion of quarantine is “STAY HOME, STAY SAFE,” and the period of quarantine should be wisely manifested to avoid or overcome boredom and stress.

It’s an important time to recognize the essence of family members, communication, and building up relations. Showing empathy and above all utilizing time to understand the self-understanding, self-recognition of the psychological status of self to overcome the stress and relevant outcome and crisis.

YOGA can be the best and the wisest option during COVID-19 lock down simply because yoga manages the stress and anxiety without intake of medicine, basically its medicine itself. Yoga is a journey of self, throughout the self, to the self (internalizing).

“Yogash Chitta Vritti Nirodhah” – Yoga + Sh + Chitta + Vritti + Nirodhah: Yoga means the cessation of fluctuating thoughts in chitta. Chitta is a composition of four fundamentals, e.g., mind, ego, intellect, and consciousness. Maharshi Patanjali gives his formal definition of yoga for the classical school of Yoga itself: Yoga is the stilling of the changing states of the mind or the stilling of all thought.

Through yoga, we can heal on a physical level, mental level, and spiritual/soul level. Yoga asanas are very significant in helping the physical body (maintain body weight, flexibility, strength). It also prepares one for meditation. Pranayama (breathe act/control, breathe extension) directly influences and immunizes the respiratory and cardiac system. Meditation is the ultimate step of yoga from which one can get holistic benefits –the gateway to enlightenment.

COVID-19 is associated with infecting the pulmonary system as well as the cardiac system. So, it is recommended to practice pranayama by various medical practitioners and yoga experts. However, to increase the physical strength/physical mobility, asana must be practiced. And above all, meditation should be included compulsorily to manifest the expected benefit of yoga.

For each of us who are quarantined for the sake of our physical and mental health, it is important to invest 1-2 hours in yoga practice early morning and in the evening, or 4-6 hours after intake of food.

MY MORNING YOGA ROUTINE

Wake-up time- 6:30
Fresh-up – 6:30-7:00
Tea Time- 7:00-7:15
Yoga time- 7:15-9:00

YOGA SESSION

Suggested Yoga Routine during Quarantine

60 Minutes Yoga Capsule:

Mantras: (e.g AUM & Gayatri Mantra) -3 minutes;
Warm up: 7 minutes; Asanas – 20 to 25 minutes; Breathing Acts or
Pranayama: (two times a Day), e.g, Kapalbhati, Bhastrika (All levels), and Anuloma-Viloma (alternate nostril breathing) if one is familiar, for 10 to 15 minutes.
Meditation-15 minutes (2 times a day) by sitting comfortably in meditative posture, eyes closed, and watching the natural breath in-out through nostrils or any techniques like Breath Dhyana, chakra meditation, mindfulness meditation– 10 to 15 minutes.

For Yoga Masters and Spiritual Aspirants practice 75 minutes to 3 hours 45 minutes a day.

AUM Shantih!

By Erika Bam

“Maatri Devo Bhavah” Mother is Goddess.

‘Apadi mataiv sharanam’. “Mother is uttered in times of calamity”

Happy Mother’s Day to all beloved souls, Merciful Mothers and all rested peaceful Mother’s Souls.

Today is considered as the day to see the mother’s face. This day is also addressed as Maatri-aunsee, Maatri-Divas, Maataa tirtha Aunsee , आमा (मातातीर्थ औंशी)  etc. Today, children go to their ama’s/mums’ place to see their mother’s face. They honor their ama ( mata ) by giving her sweets and gifts.

Mata is the power of the Goddess, the source of feminine energy in Kundalini Yoga. She is herself the source of purity, will, action, love, aliveness, and full of compassion, so no need to go elsewhere and see the entire Mother within you. She is always with you. Out of Tina Rina (three indebt) of Maatri (आमा) Rina, Pitri Rina, and Guru Rina, Maatri Rina (Mother’s indebt) is more priceless. All we are indebted to her. So, just Salute and Gratitude with total energy (Power, kindness, Love, compassion, and Intelligence) remembering mother even not in physical form, also unseen supper compassion that energizes and awakens our absolute spirituality forever.

The Nepali version of Mother’s Day is different from the Modern world. The festival to respect and show love to one’s ama’s / mums in Nepal.  People celebrate this’s day on the new moon day of Baisakh, the first month in Nepali calendar. This year, in 2020, the festival falls on April 23, 2020. The festival is commonly known as ‘Aamako Mukh Herne Din’. The literal translation of Aamako Mukh Herne Din is “the Day to see the Mother’s Face”.

The mother (आमा) carries the child in her womb for nine months and gives birth. One cannot even imagine creation without a mother. The ama creates a selfless child by giving the baby food, water, air, nutrients, and cultural rites. There is no one in the world more revered and compassionate than the ama who takes care of the baby even after birth and builds a complete personality by nurturing it.

Mother’s Day is observed by giving special emphasis to amas. Even though the holiday is not given officially in Nepal but the people celebrate with all the happiness and love towards their Mums. Mum keeps a very important place in our life. Without ama, our life would be dull and a life without colors. Mother’s are really special to us.

We must learn to respect ama’s and should know to value ama place in our lives. Mum’s shape our lives in a definite way. We must learn the importance of mums / ama in our lives. this’s Day celebrates the spirit of motherhood.

Mother in Sanskrit

The meaning of the Atharva Veda, “Maatraa Bhavatu Sammanaa”, signifies the importance of the mother holding the body in the womb. ‘

Similarly, ‘Aapadi Mataiva Sharanam’ means Ama is remembered in times of calamity. If there is a fight or a collision, Ama from everyone’s mouth! The phrase comes out spontaneously because even in our subconscious mind, Mum is firmly entrenched.

It is also said-

“Maatraa samam Naasti Shareera Poshanam”. There is no one else who provides the same amount of care and nourishment for the body as the ama. This applies not only to humans but also to other creatures. The bird travels far and wide for the young to bring food to the beak, even if it does not eat it. Why do cows try to lick a newborn calf? Why do they try to move the baby monkey? They get up in a crowd. All happens because they have the same affection for their children.

Mother’s love is unconditional and never-ending. We must celebrate this day to show appreciation for our mother. We must appreciate all the things that a mum has done for us. Mum’s have been called the glue that sticks the family together, but the glue I often underappreciate.

There is no one else in the world who loves a creature like a mother. The virtues of such a mother cannot be described in words. Creation has got continuity through ama’s sacrifice, penance, and sacrifice. Since creation is not possible without the mother, the child should always be grateful to the mother.

It is said that no one can repay these three debts like ama’s loan i.e. mother’s loan, father’s loan and master loan etc. However, the burden of mother’s loan can be lightened to some extent by showing heartfelt respect to the ama.

The mother-आमा- is the earth because she nurtures and protects the children with endurance like the earth. No one is more likely to love a child than a mum would for no reason. Therefore, respecting the mother is the first duty of the child. To fulfill this duty, it is customary in Nepali society to look at the mother’s face every year on Mother’s Day.

Story connected with Matatirtha Day- Saabhaar

The seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu, Myrada Purushoktam, came to Matatirtha one day while walking in the tram of exile. Seeing him as unfamiliar and new, the locals attacked him. As a result, a fierce battle broke out between Ram and the locals. Due to the war, both sides became anxious with thirst.

At the same time, Sita also felt thirsty. While searching for water, Lord Rama praised Ganga as no water was found anywhere.

‘Mata Gangasamo Tirtha Pita Pushkar Me Vach’

After chanting the mantra three times, Rama shot an arrow at the ground, and a pool of water was formed at the place where the arrow hit. There, Sita ji had a vision of the whole universe. When she got a vision of the universe, her form was imaged on the stone in the pool.

According to another story

In Dwapar Yuga, a time thousands of years ago, an orphan shepherd boy was eating his lunch. While sitting beside the Matatirtha pond and eating bread, he accidentally dropped a piece of bread in the pond. As he tried to grab the bread from the pond, he saw his own mother’s face in the reflection. He was pleasantly surprised to see his dead ama’s lovely face in the pond.

He was so happy to see the face that he started crying. By coincidence, the day was the new moon day of Baisakh. The mum image in the pond told the boy not to cry and told him that she was always with her son. She also promised to meet him every year, on the same day at that same location. 

When other people in the village heard about the story from the shepherd boy, they also rushed to the pond. All those who looked into the pond saw their mum in the reflection. Although this is a fable, and nobody sees images in their ama’s in the reflection of water. Thousands of people go to the place to pay respect to their ama. It is a strong moral faith that makes people honor themselves.

To give an image to worship, a statue of a woman named ‘Aama’ has also been constructed in the place.

Jai Aama!- आमा– Jai Prithvi !!

Hari Om Tat Sat!

Yoga is the union of the inner self and the cosmic intelligence. Yoga is for getting good health, happiness, and harmony. It is a completely experimental science that uncovers inner peace, inner purity, inner rest, and inner relaxation, then links to groom entire potency. Yoga is the complete science of being. Dhyana (Meditation) is the final key in yoga Practice. Physical practice, or Asanas, is one of the major pillars of the whole yogic mission. Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga is the complete Asana series for intense physical fitness; it is strongly grounded for Yoga sadhana. It combines some of the means of Yoga like Prayer, Asana, Breath, Bandha, and Focus (drishti) for optimum merits.

Ashtanga Vinyasa is the combination of yoga asanas (poses) and is the teaching style of asanas by Shri K. Pattabhi Jois. The term ‘Ashtanga’ means eight limbs of yoga (i.e., yama, niyama, asana, pranayama, pratyahar, dharana, dhyana, and Samadhi) as a complete pattern of Yoga Sadhana mentioned in Patanjala Yoga Darshana. But here, Ashtanga Vinyasa Primary Series means merely a sequence of asanas for regular practice in his style.  Vinyasa here means careful linkage of breath with

• movement of body and
• static position of the body
• keeping awareness on body, breath and thoughts.

Ashtanga Vinyasa Primary Series includes

1. Opening Prayer
2. Surya Namaskara A (9 steps)
3. Surya Namaskara B (17 steps)
4. Standing Asanas
5. Sitting Asanas
6. Lying Asanas
7. Savasana
8. Closing Prayer

There are 71 asanas sequenced in the primary series. The powerful vinyasa flow to link one asana with the other is the distinction of this technique. Vinyasa flow strengthens arms, hands, torso, and core. The continuous vinyasa-flow after each asana keeps making the body warm, which helps to go extreme level of asana due to better flexibility. This also helps the body to do counter-stretch. Ujjayi breath and Drishti (gaze), along with asana, are an inseparable part of Pattabhi’s technique. The breathing sound produced through the throat during the asana is called Ujjayi breath.

Ujjayi breath helps

• to give abundance oxygen during the practice, thus recharges and invigorates the body
• clear the blockage of nadis and purify them
• to make a perfect oscillation of the inner-ventral blood pressure. The internal organs get massaged with this oscillation, leaving them healthier and stronger

You cannot separate the throat breath (almost like the Ujjayi breath) during the holding moment of asana.

• Ujjayi reduces the anxiety and the stress keeping mind in the present.
• Increases mindfulness and consciousness.
• Deepens the breath and helps in formal practice of pranayama.
• Relaxes the muscles and goes deeper into the asana.
• Activates parasympathetic nervous system. This results peaceful and tranquil mind.
• Creates inward attention and helps to feel the body more and more.
• It gives effect to the subtle body and helpful to awaken Kundalini.

There are six sequences of Ashtanga Vinyasa. After 1-2 years regular practice of Ashtanga vinyasa, you will be prepared for the intermediate series. The series is very effective for making body energetic, strong and flexible. It makes a great change in you if practiced regularly with dedication.

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The Ashtanga Yoga Intermediate series is the second among the six series of Ashtanga Yoga. Intermediate series is definitely more challenging than Primary Series demanding better flexibility, strength and long term practice. This is often called as Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga since each pose is connected to the next with vinyasa flow. This series is ordered by Shri K. Pattabhi Jois (26 July 1915 – 18 May 2009). The second series is known as Nadi Shodhana – meaning Nerve Cleansing. This is because of the focus on backbend asanas.

The backbends encourage and maintain the suppleness of the spine and as well as working on opening the energy channels, allowing Prana to flow freely. Ujjayi breath, Bandha (energy control), and Drishti (focus) during the asana become deeper in experience due to long-term practice. (Nadi Shodhana is also the name given to Alternate Nostril Pranayama.) The holding duration on each pose is generally for five ujjayi breaths or as long as you can do.

While some of the earlier asanas in the sequence may be familiar to many (Locust Pose, for example), the Intermediate series sequence moves onto more intense backbends, hip-opening poses, and headstand variations. Before practicing the Intermediate series, you need to practice the Primary series for about two years. This will open you a new energetic dimension. If you get your body flexible and powerful enough and there are no more things to learn. The second series will be a novel chance for practice.

The poses have their health benefits and challenges, but the specific combination of the poses works strongly on the nervous system, so it can have a very different effect on the body than the Primary series or other dynamic yoga classes. It’s therefore really important to end your practice with a long Savasana and as you start out practicing the Intermediate series, begin on a day when you don’t have too much going on.

Asanas in The Ashtanga Yoga Intermediate Series

1. Padangustasana
2. Padahastasana
3. Utthita Trikonasana
4. Parivritta Trikonasana
5. Utthita Parsvokonasana
6. Parivritta Parsvokonasana
7. Prasarita Padottanasana A, B, C, D
8. Parsvottanasana
9. Pashasana
10. Krounchasana
11. Shalambhasana A
12. Shalambhasana B
13. Bhekasana
14. Dhanurasana
15. Parsva Danurasana
16. Ustrasana
17. Laghu Vajrasana
18. Kapotasana A
19. Kapotasana B
20. Supta Vajrasana
21. Bakasana A
22. Bakasana B
23. Bharadvajasana
24. Ardha Matsyendrasana
25. Eka Pada Sirsasana A
26. Eka Pada Sirsasana B
27. Dvi Pada Sirsanana A
28. Dvi Pada Sirsanana B
29. Yoga Nidrasana
30. Tittibhasana A, B, C, D
31. Pincha Mayurasana
32. Karandavasana
33. Mayurasana
34. Nakrasana Vatayanasana
35. Parighasana
36. Gomukhasana A, B
37. Supta Urdhva Pada Vajrasana
38. Mukta Hasta Sirsana A, B, C
39. Baddha Hasta Sirsasana A, B, C, D
40. Urdhva Danurasana
41. Salamba Sarvangasana
42. Halasana
43. Karnapidasana
44. Urdhva Padmasana
45. Pindasana
46. Matysasana
47. Uttana Padasana
48. Sirsasana
49. Balasana
50. Yoga Mudrasana
51. Padmasana
52. Utplutih
53. Savasana

By Yoga Guru Subodh

Surya Namaskara means the salutation to the Sun, and can be known as a form of prayer to the Sun as well. Scientifically, it creates the microcosmic effects and chromo-effects in the eyes and the body. Surya Namaskara on a chair (Chair Sun Salutation) is a vital technique within yogic tools. It comes under Shatkarma as a Vatasaara Kriya (Entire Air cleansing Act) mentioned in Hatha Yoga. Its application makes perfect kriya to build our health, vigorous, balance, lightness, and also for spiritual growth.

Surya Namaskara is a series of twelve steps in a traditional pattern with seven physical Asanas, and 5 steps of repetition out of the seven Asanas. This series gives full support and stretch to the whole body. Before performing this series, we have to get mastery over all the individual Asanas, then we get ready for the series to attempt maximum benefits as a summarized version of daily practice. Now Yoga master is making different series with more and fewer steps, so we have a Surya Namaskaara with 30 Steps of Postures and also Kurchi Surya Namaskaara (Chair Sun Salutation), which is given below.

Surya Namaskar Variation on Chair (Sun Salutation Variation on Chair) is primarily for elderly people or people with less mobility issues or disabilities. Chair Surya Namaskar is also beneficial for people with desk jobs, as it can also be done while working in front of the computer to give the body a gentle massage and stretch, if one is seated for long hours. As the name suggests, the practice of the classical Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation) is done using the chair as a support.

With so many people wanting to try yoga as part of their daily routine, this kind of modification of the classical Sun Salutations is beginning to be appreciated by all age groups with different body structures. Chair Surya Namaskar comes under the category of Chair Yoga and this kind of yoga is used for those undergoing therapeutic healing as well. This series practice will activate the chakras and helps to open kundalini as well.

Sun Salutation (Surya Namaskar) offers movements for strength, flexibility, stamina and Harmony. While practicing Surya Namaskaara, it combines the postures, breath, bandha, mantras and awareness as well. This combination enhances the optimum benefits in all dimensions of life.

Om Surya Devaaya Namah!

Initiation of Chair Sun Salutation

1. Pranaamasana (Prayer Pose)
2. Hasta-uttaanaasana (Arm raised Pose)
3. Paada-hastaasana ( Hand to foot Pose)
4. Eka-paada pawan-muktaasana (One leg gas release Pose) – meets the Ashwosanchaalana
5. Kurchi Pashchimottaanaasana (Back Stretching Pose) – meets the Mountain Pose
6. Mahaa-viraasana ( Great warrior Pose) – meets the Salutation pose
7. Kurchi Utkataasana ( Half seating Pose) – meets the Bhujangaasana
8. Kurchi Pashchimottaanaasana (Back Stretching Pose) – meets the Mountain Pose
9. Eka-paada pawan-muktaasana (One leg gas release Pose) – meets the Ashwosanchaalana
10. Paada-hastaasana ( Hand to foot Pose)
11. Hasta-uttaanaasana (Arm raised Pose)
12. Pranaamasana (Prayer Pose)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EZ6YIF5RosY&t=50s

By Yogacharya Subodh Simkhada – Internationa Yoga Master

Here we present an article on the significance of the full moon & spirituality. The union of the self and the rest of existence beyond is Yoga, and also the union of the Sun and the Moon. The cause behind the whole existence is the union of two opposites, power, i.e., the lunar and the solar, the feminine and masculine power, the Ida and Pingala, the Yin and Yang. The spiritual meaning of a super moon is a sign of arousing our consciousness.

The Sun represents worldly thing like our egos, identity, masculine expression, lightness, strength, illuminated soul where as the Moon represents inner world, shadow self, our dreams, emotions, feelings, unconscious beliefs, creativity, feminine expression of our essence, fears.

Masculinity is significant of “consciousness” and femininity is significant of “energy”. The cosmos is the totality of “energy” and “consciousness.” The seed of manifestation lies in consciousness, and what manifests it or what is manifested is identified as energy. The energy is reflective of masculine energy and feminine energy. The union of masculine and feminine energy makes creation possible. Moreover, we must understand that in our body, we acquire both masculinity/femininity-masculine energy/feminine energy that is consciousness and energy which hangs on the cosmic love and compassion (compassion is inevitable-inseparable-what completes the whole).

The Sun is masculine energy, and the Moon is feminine energy. Some traits of femininity are:

• creativity (nature, art)
• passive resistance (acceptance of the intensity of pain)
• warrior spirit (ability to be a fighter during injustice/crisis)
• deep sense of justice, balance, and morality (mediatic and power over desire)
• stronger awareness of thoughts and feelings (deep thinker and deep love)
• multidimensional persona (many-sided personality)
• self-sacrifice for virtue (Dignity over anything)

“AUM Shraam Shreem Shraaum Sah Chandraya Namah” Recite 30 times Today

Significance of Full Moon and New Moon days

When the Moon takes the positions, it heightens whatever you are. On those days, if you are joyful, you become more joyful; if you are loving, you become more loving; if you are blissful, you become much more blissful; if you are a little insane, you become much more insane; if you are meditative, you become far more meditative. It just enhances everything that you are. So we considered these days more important so that you consciously create the right kind of quality in you, so it gets enhanced. We know if even ocean goes mad? If you are a swimmer on the beach, it is madness for you, but if you skipper of large vessels, it is a boon for you. The very ocean is trying to rise, the situation may be conducive for you also to rise, probably. If you are willing to make use of it. And the moon’s influence on human life is far more than that. To do anything ourselves to be aware of where the moon is could be useful because it creates different types of qualities and energies in the system.

Discussion on a full moon

Let’s discuss a full moon to understand the technique or process to perform and manifest feminine traits within yourself.

Humans have been living by lunar cycles for centuries, and in our modern world, connecting to these energies can give us a sense of grounding synergy with the earth and cosmos. The traits of feminine energy can be acquired through understanding of feminine energy within oneself and connecting it with the moon’s energy. While the new moon is a time to set the intention for the beginning of activities, the full moon is a time of culmination and fruition.

When the moon is full, it’s a spiritual and energetic pinnacle of whatever you want to manifest. As the moon waxes (increases toward full light), our energy builds, and we collect information. The waxing moon means a forward-moving energy and momentum that’s great for building things, working toward a goal, or bringing the first phases of a project to fruition. As the moon wanes and the light starts to dwindle, we can begin to release what’s no longer working for us. It’s a great time to reflect on what you’ve built during the waxing phase while shedding anything that doesn’t feel right. As the moon arrives, we can tie up any loose ends and say goodbye to what’s not serving our highest purpose.

Rituals and Activities on Full Moon

1. Meditate: Full moon meditations are very effective, and it is crucial for energy-sensitive people to meditate during full moon as it is easier for them to manifest as well. If ignored to be contained or meditative during a full moon, they might have a reversed outcome of it, like insomnia, mood swings.

• Powerful way to tap the luminous lunar energy and harness the energetic power of the moon’s light, full moon meditation is a huge opportunity. Before the meditation process, you can begin with a beautiful series of asana/ Chandra Namaskar-moon salutation for physical preparation/alignment, as well as a positive mindset/mindfulness is a must.
• Sit comfortably in a space where the moonlight is visible.
• Perform series of aasana you prefer that opens ur body completely and end physical preparation with moon salutation/Chandra Namaskar or we can practice Sun -Moon Sun Salutation. The process must be 10-12 minutes.
• Be in meditation posture according to preference, proper alignment, hand mudra (hasta mudra) e.g. Jnana mudra, Chin mudra, Yoni mudra; Mind mudra (mana mudra) e.g. Shambhawi mudra and also Khechari Mudra.
• Close your eyes and feel the moon’s beams, the luminous light piercing through your body.
• Focus on your breath-in, hale-exhale deeply, 9-10 times; during exhalation, release any tension on thoughts or physical body, and during inhalation, realize that you are inhaling the part of cosmic energy.
• Then focus on the intention you’ve set; the intention should be so positive/harmless to cosmic creatures; you must have realizations that “you are part of cosmos-you are cosmos, and cosmos is you”.
• Imagine the energy of moon purifying your body-mind-soul.
• Inhale-exhale deeply for 9-10 times and bow down to the feminine energy/moon.
• Slowly bring your attention back to the space you are in and with open eyes accept the full moon and gaze at it for 1-3 minutes.

2. Release: Words have power- words are expressions of our thoughts-words are our intentions. The full moon is a potent time for letting go of what’s no longer serving you.

It’s a time of acceptance and forgiveness, and remember the power of acceptance and forgiveness is inevitable; it reflects our true nature, whether we can or are unable of it. Write down a list of everything you want to release from your life, and read them aloud with intention, either in a full moon circle or solo. Say, “I release you!” or “Thank you for your service—you are free to move on!” Or just in your mind let go of thoughts that hold you back; forgive to.

3. Moon Gazing/Trataka: It’s very beneficial to gaze full moon on the physical level/for vision and spiritual balancing/chakra balancing with Khechari Mudra.

4. Do a manifestation ritual: A simple manifestation ritual can solidify your full moon intentions and help it to fruition. Worshipping the full moon with offerings like flowers, candles, an oil lamp, water, and so on.

5. Take a moon bath: The full moon’s light can rejuvenate our psyches. Connect with lunar energy by submerging yourself in water. Draw a healing bath around the time of the full moon before moving to the meditation process.

What NOT to do during the Full Moon

1. Start something new: Full moons are times of intense culmination, not initiation. If possible, start your new projects around the new moon and use the three days surrounding the full moon to rest, reflect, and release. It was holiday time around Full Moon and New Moon time each month in different countries, instead of weekends or other holidays.

2. Overwork or overstress: The full moon is meant to be a celebratory time, but with all the energy it stirs up, it’s easy to overdo it. Avoid getting stressed or overworking yourself.

3. Make life-changing decisions: Emotions are heightened during the full moon, which can prompt knee-jerk reactions. If you’re not grounded, avoid making any sudden decisions. 

Note: Don’t worry about doing all of the full moon rituals perfectly! “The intention behind your actions is what matters most,” so the rituals differ and are flexible accordingly.

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By Erika Bam

By Suyog Simkhada

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