Need of study of science of Nature and Naturopathy

Nature is the mother of all existences and also the sources of all creations. Finding knowledge and experiences through difference sources and process in order to fulfill the certain purpose or need is from the science. The study of science makes any issues easier, clear, usable and rational. Nature is foundation or right spot to attempt the better understanding. Everything is here in nature. Naturopathy, a treatment and a healing theory throughout 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 panchatattva is basically used in nature cure system.

Naturopathy is not only a system of treatment; it 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 of Nature :

Nature is formed of panchamahaabhoota which is a platform of these five elements. On this platform, matter and energy are existed that means one by one creation was appeared in this world/universe. Each beings and matters took same qualities and nature of Panchatattva. We are born in nature, cared, protected and collapsed by nature. Srishti (Creation), Sthiti (Operation) and Pralaya (Destruction) are the fundamentals rules of Nature or the Adrishya Shakti (unseen Energy / divine power). Nature creates, saves and makes us sick as well as and 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 being benefited. Naturally we like the nature, we love the nature, we enjoy in nature, and we feel fresh and energetic. We are able to gain the spiritual power in nature. So use of five elements of nature differently in treatment and healing process is 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) was appeared by the power of supreme soul; later Vaayu Tattva (air element) with its subtle form ‘Sparsha’ (Touch) was appeared; then Agni tattva ( Fire Element) with its subtle form ‘Rupa’ (Form); then Jala Tattva ( Water) element with its subtle form ‘Rasa’ ( Juice/drop); then Prithivi Tattva (Earth ) element with its subtle form ‘Gandha’ (Smell). Each element takes the quality of 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 panchatattva that is nature, similarly human being is also composed of panchatattva 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 the path of treatment system throughout artful use of five elements (Panchatattva). It is healling theory of Panchatattva. It is also considered as the oldest medical system in the world. It is known as the mother of all the therapies. It is 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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By Erika Bam

PSYCHOLOGICAL STRESS DURING COVID-19: QUARANTINE AND SIGNIFICANCE OF YOGA.

Psychology defines stress as feeling 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 in 31st, December 2019 in Wuhan, the capital of China’s Hubei province, and has since spread globally, resulting in the ongoing 2019-20 corona virus pandemic.”

Most people infected with the COVID-19 virus will experience mild to moderate respiratory illness. Oldage, 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, United Kingdom, Spain and Germany are facing huge crises and are front liners to corona cases and deaths however the outbreak was china it seems to manage the death rate.

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

The only prevention measure to stop the pandemic all infected countries has regulated quarantine. The world has suddenly rested. There is a break on the regular schedule of human life and work format. Huge impact on Socio-economical 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 problem (economic, social, global) people are experiencing during quarantine will bring severe negative outcomes if the international authority (WHO) and national authority is unable to facilitate individual , nation as well as globally.

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 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 fluctuated 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 stilling  of the changing  states of the mind or stilling of all thought.

 Through yoga we can heal on physical level, mental level and spiritual/soul level. Yoga asanas are very significant in helping the physical body (maintains the body weight, flexibility, strength) and 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 of enlightenment.

Covid-19 is associated with infecting the pulmonary system as well as 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 our own shake of physical and mental health it is important to invest 1-2 hour in yoga practice early morning and in evening or 4-6 hrs 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 on medative posture, eyes closed and watch the natural breath in-out through nostril 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! Shantih! Shantih!

“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, Maataatirtha Aunsee , आमा (मातातीर्थ औंशी)  etc. Today children go to their ama’s/mum’s place to see their mother’s face. They honor their ama ( mata ) by giving her sweets and gifts.

Mata is the power of Goddess, source of feminine energy in Kundalini Yoga. She is herself source of purity, will, action, love, aliveness and full of compassion, so no need to go elsewhere and see 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 of 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 the birth. One cannot even imagine creation without a mother. The ama creates a selfless child by giving the baby food, water, air, nutrients, and culture 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 as 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 a 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.

The word mother in Sanskrit is very popular.

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 cows try to lick a newborn calf? Why 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 to us. Mum’s have been called the glue that sticks the family together but the glue I often underappreciated.

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 as a mum would for no reason. Therefore, respecting the mother is the first duty of the child. In order to fulfill this duty, it is customary in Nepali society to look at the mother’s face every year on Mother’s Day.

The 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 reached imaged on the stone in the pool.

According to another story,

IN Dewapar 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 on 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 that she was always with the 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 actually 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 the strong moral faith and really makes people honour their self.

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!

Ashtanga Vinyasa Primary Series

By : Swami Yog Subodh

Yoga is the union of inner self and the cosmic intelligence. Yoga is for getting good health, happiness and harmony. Yoga is 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 whole yogic mission. Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga is the complete Asana series for intense physical fitness; it strongly grounds 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 teaching style of asanas by Shri K. Pattabhi Jois (July 26, 1915- May 18, 2009). In fact, the term ‘Ashtanga’ means eight limbs of yoga (i.e. yama, niyama, asana, pranayama, pratyahar, dharana, dhyana, and Samadhi) as a compete pattern of Yoga Sadhana mentioned in Paatanjala Yoga Darshana. But here Ashtanga Vinyasa Primary Series means mere 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 primary series. The powerful vinyasa flow to link one asana with the other is the distinction of this technique. The vinyasa flow strengthens arms, hand, 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 is inseparable part in Pattabhi’s technique. Ujjyi breath means breathing with sound during the asana produced through the throat.

Ujjayi breath helps

• to give abundance oxygen during the practice, thus recharges and invigorates the body
• to clear the blockage of nadis and purify them
• to make a perfect oscillation of 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.
• It increases mindfulness and consciousness
• It deepens the breath and helps in formal practice of pranayama.
• It relaxes the muscles and go deeper to the asana
• It activates parasympathetic nervous system. This results peaceful and tranquil mind.
• It 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:

By Yoga Guru Subodh

The Ashtanga Intermediate is the second series among the six serieses of Ashtanga Yoga. Intermediate series is definately 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 becomes deeper in experince due to long term practice. (Nadi Shodhana is also the name given to Alternate Nostril Pranayama). The holding durarion on each pose is generally for five ujjyai breath 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 Intermediate series, you need to practice Primary series for about two years. This will unfold you a new energetic dimension. If you get your body flexible and powerful enough and there is no more things to learn. Then second series will be a novel chance for practice.

The poses have their own 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 practising the Intermediate series begin on a day when you don’t have too much going on.

Asanas in The Ashtanga Yoga Intermediate Series ( Nadi Shodhana ) are as follows :

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 Yogacharya Subodh Simkhada – Internationa Yoga Master

SURYA NAMASKAR (SUN SALUTATION)

Om Surya Devaaya Namah!

Surya Namaskara means the salutation to the Sun, can be known as a form of prayer to Sun as well. Scientifically it creates the micro cosmic effects and chromo-effects in the eyes and the body.   Surya Namaskara (Chair Sun Salutation) is a vital technique within yogic tools. Literally is comes under Satkarma 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 series in traditional pattern with seven physical Aasanas, and 5 steps repetition of out of seven asanas. This series gives the full support and stretch to the whole body. Before performing this series we have to get mastery over all the individual Aasana, then we get ready for the series to attempt maximum benefits as a summarized version of daily practice. Now Yoga master is making the different series with more and less 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.

Initiation of Chair Sun Salutation : Sitting on Chair putting hands on knees comfortably

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 Erika Bam

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

The union of the self and the rest existence beyond is Yoga and also the union of the Sun and the Moon. The cause behind whole existenceis the union of two opposites power e.i. the lunar and the solar, the feminine and masculine power, the Ida and Pingala, the Yin and Yang. The spiritual meaning of supermoon is a sign of arousing our consciousness.

The Sun represents worldly thing like our egos, identity, musculine 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 totality of “energy” and “consciousness” The seed of manefistation lies in consciousness and what manifests it or what is menifested 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)

*Sun is masculine energy and Moon is feminine energy. Some traits of femininity are: -creativity (nature,art) -passive resistance (acceptance of intensity of pain) -warrior spirit (ability to be fighter during injustice/crisis) -deep sense of justice,balance and morality(mediatice 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).

Why these Full Moon and the New Moon days are held significant?

When the Moon takes the positions, it heightens whatever you are. On that days, if you 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 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 consciuosly create the right kind of quality in you, so it gets enhanced. We know even ocean goes mad? if you are swimmer on the beach, it is madness for you but if you skipper of large vessels, it is the 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 where the moon is could be useful because it creates different types of qualities and energies in the system.

Here we discuss about Moon particularly full moon. To understand the technique or process to perform and menifest 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 the sense of grounding synergy with the earth and cosmos. The traits of feminine energy can be acquired through understanding of feminine energy within self and connecting it with moon’s energy. While the new moon is time to set the intention for the beginning of activities, the full moon is a time of culmination and fruition.

When the moon is completely full, it’s a spiritual and energetic pinnacle of whatever you want to menifest. As the moon waxes (increases toward full light), our energy builds and we collects 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 on our highest purpose.

Rituals and Activities on Fullmoon:

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 as if ignored to be contained or meditative during fullmoon they might have 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 fullmoon meditation is a huge opportunity. -before meditation process you can begin with beautiful series of aasana/ Chandra Namaskar-moon salutation for physical preparation/alignment as well as the positive mindset/mindfulness is 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 actually 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 it for 1-3 minutes.

2. Release : Words have power-words are expression 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 if we are able to or 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 holds you back; forgive to all.

3. Moon Gazing/Trataka:
It’s very beneficial to gaze full moon on physical level/for vison and spritual 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 fullmoon with offerings like flowers,candles,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 mediation 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 holidays time around Full Moon and New Moon time on each month in different coutries instead of weekend 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 differs and are flexible accordingly.

“Hari Om Tat Sat”

By Suyog Simkhada

First of all, please accept our deepest and heartfelt condolences and wishes at this challenging time to all those bereaved families, relatives, friends of those of who have passed on from covid -19

We pray for fast recovery to those who are infected from this pandemic virus of covid -19 , please You may get well soon. ; ” Om Tryambakam Yajamahe, Sugandhim Pustti vardhanam; Urvarukamiva Bandhanaan, Mrityor-mukshiya Maamritaat” Om Shantih! Shantih!! Shantih!!!

We also request to all that you may stay safe, enhance your energy and will power at this pandemic moment and be strong.

Nepal is a tiny, a beautiful country where you can explore everything ranging from diverse culture to high mountains and from core of heart to spiritual height. Nepal is a country of contrasts. Spectacular natural riches combine with a vibrant culture, philosophies, spirituality, Yoga Philosophy and Practice, lifestyle, resource of medicinal plants, source of peace, source of knowledge, and sense of history.

Home to ten of the world’s 14 highest mountains, the country offers a magnificent setting for hiking and mountaineering, as well as some of the world’s best white water rafting.

Learn the Reasons to Visit Nepal :

Visit Nepal 2020 Preparation

If this pandemic ends during the year 2020, then surely visiting Nepal right after this time will be a perfect opportunity to explore the beauty of Nepal and of course! Nepal will be ready to rebuild and heal the hurtful people from all over the world. Though 2020 was the visit Nepal but due to this pandemic made skip away, so it will be preparation for next coming years.

Nepal as Green zone:

Nepal is country of green Jungles with lots of natural sceneries. So it is better to refresh the mind and to enhance natural resistivity power throughout the natures by watching greenery, watching birds and animals, walking, hiking, trekking, farming, staying in village with host family. Then you might get refreshed and revitalized.

Spiritual Sacred Zone for Yoga:

This corona Period made all realize to have this life for goodness, not just for the passion. The realization is that everybody should have the proper lifestyle of proper work time, food time, sleep time, rest time, entertainment time, and self time. Now everybody now realize to do right and ethical yoga practice for energy boost up and strong defense mechanism, for this Nepal is the perfect place with full of natures, cultures and creatures.

This is land of sages and seers, and land of tapa (Spiritual practice). It is perfect place to understand the Divine civilization, Vedic civilization, ancient technology, and ancient wisdom through yogic or spiritual science. This is perfect gravity focus zone for spiritual sadhana through Yogasana, Pranayama, Dhyana, etc. Yoga and yogic life is the only one solution for the victory over Corona Age.

Third Pole of the World:

Nepal is very small but very diverse country. Nepal is known by different identity such as Country of Agriculture, country of Hindus, Country of  water sources, country of nature, country of culture, and similarly also called the country of Himalayas. There are fourteen highest mountains in Nepal; the highest one is Mount Everest as known as ‘third pole of the world’ that is in Nepal. So it is better to initiate your journey from the country of Himalayas to revitalize yourself.

Nature for Natural Power:

The initiation of your journey from nature in order to get natural immunity will be perfect choice. This trip will refresh you and this is the best options for revivification from corona anxiety. Your link is quickly associated with the nature of Nepal and natural life of Nepal.

Relief on financial Crisis:

Nepal is such a spot for trip, will be low budget trip easily. Generally, here in Nepal, trip will be cheaper in comparison to other countries. In other countries, expenses of 1 month, here in Nepal, you may stay 3 months easily. In Nepal currency is cheaper but experience will be higher.