by Sandy | Jul 29, 2011 | Empower Your Yoga Practice
Kriya by definition is something you do for a definite outcome. In Sanskrit, it means “action, deed or effort.” This month I am focusing on Kundalini Yoga. I teach Hatha yoga. Kundalini Yoga is another form of yoga. Both forms of yoga are meant to increase...
by Sandy | Jul 28, 2011 | Magic of Yoga and Meditation
Hari Bhajan Khalsa’s first published poem I mentioned in the opening that I used to read poems for hours when I was young. They became a meditation for me before I knew what meditation was. Just dwelling on the last line of Hari Bhajan’s poem below and what “it’s...
by Sandy | Jul 27, 2011 | Chakrascope ~ Your Vital Energy Centers
If you are familiar with chakras, then you can tell from my logo that I love chakras. The rainbow-colored spheres within my logo are representative of the chakra system within the body. If you are unfamiliar, here’s a quick lesson: There are seven energy centers...
by Sandy | Jul 26, 2011 | Hand Mudra
Mudra means “seal” in Sanskrit. It’s a symbolic or ritual gesture using primarily the hands. Each position is believed to have a specific effect. Specific positions can lead to specific states of consciousness symbolized by the hand positions. For example, if a...
by Sandy | Jul 25, 2011 | Featured Card Deck and Quote
I love affirmations and use “oracle” decks to provide a positive boost in the morning or whenever I need a lift. It’s my way of telling the Universe I’m open to listening to their message: “Have at it!” “I’m listening!” “Tell me more!” I hope you enjoy as I...
by Sandy | Jul 24, 2011 | Healthy News
Kirtan Kriya meditation shows promise in research of memory functions “In three separate studies published this year and in one that is on-going, Kirtan Kriya, as taught by the Kundalini master Yogi Bhajan, was shown to increase short term memory, cognitive function...
by Sandy | Jul 23, 2011 | Delicious Recipes À la Christine
One of my dearest friends cooks, bakes, and grills like a professional chef. She loves to chop vegetables, says things like “ramekins” and has her own tablecloth named after her—The Christine—for purchase at The Palate in Stockholm, WI: http://www.thepalate.net/. ...
by Sandy | Jul 22, 2011 | Featured Yoga Music/DVD
FEATURED YOGA MUSIC/DVD I’m featuring both a CD and a DVD this month! I found both at my old stomping ground off State Street in Madison, WI at Mimosa’s. http://www.mimosaspirit.com/. Read more about “The Ison Method” at David Ison’s website as well as Gurmukh on...
