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Hari Bhajan Khalsa’s first published poem
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...
In Sanskrit, Kundalini means ‘life energy’.
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...
Meditation for Emotional Balance (Sunia(n) Antar)
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...
Innerspeak™Cards created by Jean Adrienne, produced by Gurudarshan Khalsa!
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...
Kirtan Kriya meditation shows promise in research of memory functions
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...
Baked Tomato Salad
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/. ...
Chakra Healing Music by David Ison & Gurmukh’s Kundalini Yoga 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...
“God, make me so uncomfortable that I will do the very thing I fear.” ~ Ruby Dee
Each month, “My Better Day” newsletter contains tips for your yoga practice, yoga quotes to bring yoga off the mat and into your life, affirmations to brighten your day and motivate, and more! It is my wish for your well-being that I send this newsletter to help make...
Side-reclining leg lift / Vishnu’s Pose (Sanskrit Term: Anatanasana)
Side-reclining leg lift / Vishnu’s Pose (Sanskrit Term: Anatanasana) Benefits: Strengthens: Quadriceps and pelvic region Stretches: Hamstrings, Hip Adductors, Shoulders Tones the abdomen and organs in this region, improving their function Therapeutic for some back...
Developing Your Intuition by Yogamint.com
The following meditation is from one of my favorite Websites, Compliments of YogaMint.com (website no longer active) Your Knowing Breath Developing Your Intuition “My first yoga instructor taught me that you can’t hold fear in your body and breathe long and deep at...
