Om Mantra and Om Chanting
Om Mantra and Om Chanting |
- Om Mantra and Om Chanting
- New Breakthroughs in Consciousness Study
- Perfect Yoga Exercise for Beginners
- Making The Most Out Of Life In 2012
| Posted: 14 Mar 2012 09:03 PM PDT from Mastery of Meditation, Kundalini Yoga and ZenChanting Om MantraOne of the most profound meditations is the chanting of the OM mantra. There are many meditation techniques that use the OM mantra, and in today's article you will find an excellent variation below. This technique has been wonderfully explained by Richard, and this is his first guest post on Mastery of Meditation and Yoga. Richard is a meditation teacher and author, and you will find more information on the courses he offers on his website Shaktipat-meditation.org. If you would like to be a guest author on Mastery of Meditation and Yoga, please email me at anmol@anmolmehta.com.
Chanting Sacred OmBy Richard Crown Om is the most sacred sound in our Universe. It represents the basic Shakti energy field that forms the substratum of all existence. The goal of chanting Om is to realize Shakti and become Shakti. While reaching this goal, you can enjoy excellent health and many other benefits by simply chanting Ommmmm…… I learned this exercise from a vibrantly healthy Chinese man who had long white hair tied back in a ponytail. I met him on the street in front of a Taoist Temple in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. He told me, "When I was a young man, I took a long journey up into the Himalayas on a Spiritual quest. The only thing I learned was how to chant Om. I've never had a sick day since then". 3 Phases of OmThe Shakti energy field is composed of the smallest energy particles in existence. This particle field underlies everything in our universe. The particles flash out of, and disappear back into, emptiness so fast that their life span cannot be measured. All phenomenon in our universe is created from Shakti particles, sustained in Shakti and disintegrates back into Shakti. The sacred sound of Om encompasses all three phases of energy:
When you chant Om as described in the exercise below you are:
Chanting Om With BeadsChanting with beads is the traditional method of measuring both time and number of repetitions while chanting. If you don't have beads, set the alarm on your cell phone for 10-15 minutes. Buddhist beads are the most common. There 108 beads on the string –one bead for each of the Buddha's 108 disciples. You could also use Muslim beads with 99 beads or a Christian Rosary. Hold the beads loosely in your hand draped over your index finger. Every time you chant Om once, use your thumb to move one bead. There is usually one slightly larger bead, or a piece of string, to mark the beginning and ending point. Once around the string of beads is one mala. Pronunciation & Vibration of Om
The long O sound lasts for a very short period of time with your mouth open. The short mmmmmm…… sound lasts very long with your mouth closed. (It continues as long as you are breathing out.) Send the sound vibrations up your nasal passages with your exhaling breath to vibrate the bone in your nose. Ommmmm……. While vibrating your nasal bone. The vibration of your nasal bone is THE most important part of this exercise. No benefit accrues without this vibration. The vibrating nose bone is the magical tool that sends waves of Om energy throughout your entire system. An Om Exercise
Chanting Om purifies you on all levels. It dissolves away the obstructions that are preventing you from experiencing reality and gaining Enlightenment. Richard Crown left his native California for Asia more than thirty years ago. He began meditating with the Forest Monks of Northern Thailand before moving on to South India where he has received authorization to teach from two different SatGurus.
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| New Breakthroughs in Consciousness Study Posted: 14 Mar 2012 09:02 PM PDT The Bright Path Ishayas, an international group of people who have devoted their lives to the expansion of consciousness, have recently completed a groundbreaking study on the effectiveness of meditation as it relates to health and healing. Through the release of this information, The Bright Path Ishayas hope to encourage more people to find peace through meditation. To perform this study, The Bright Path Ishayas used a device known as a GDV/SPC camera. This tool, developed by Professor Konstantin Korotkov, a biophysicist at the University of St. Petersburg in Russia, is designed to measure electrons and photons from the surface of the skin. By using this tool, the Bright Path Ishayas were able to measure the waves of energy coming from participants, and develop colorful and easy-to-understand charts that contain firm data about the person's state of mind, energy levels and sense of balance. In November of 2011, in Vitoria, Spain, 10 people participated in a weekend course in meditation. All were new to the process. Measurements were taken of all participants on Friday evening, before the meditation training began. Measurements were then taken on Sunday evening, when the course was complete. The results were dramatic. For example, one participant known as "Marta" showed extreme levels of stress in the Friday measurements. The GDV/SPC spectrum readings showed gaps and breaks in her energy field, indicating imbalance. Similarly, her stress readings were close to 10, which indicated an extreme amount of emotional distress. After the study was complete, "Marta" had significant reductions in the gaps in her energy field, and her stress rating dropped to 6.3. "Marta" also reported an inner feeling of peace and calm. She entered the study feeling frantic and lost, due to the impact of a divorce and other emotional distress, and she reported feeling much happier and more relaxed when the study was complete. The Bright Path Ishayas have multiple images from these studies that are available upon request, along with graphs and charts that document how the participants performed in a variety of measures. This study is important as it demonstrates the value of meditation in bringing the mind and body into balance. People who perform meditation techniques with The Bright Path Ishayas know that meditation does work, as they feel the impact themselves, but those who remain unconvinced may be swayed by this new study. People who are particularly resistant to spiritual concepts, preferring to rely on science and "hard facts" may also find this study to be enlightening. It's hard to argue with the results when they're outlined in such a scientific and numeric way. The Bright Path Ishayas are known for using a simple and experiential approach to spirituality. Currently, there are over 350 teachers residing in 20 countries, all of whom would be happy to guide new students in learning The Bright Path Ishayas' meditation techniques. Visit www.thebrightpath.com to find out more. 
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| Perfect Yoga Exercise for Beginners Posted: 14 Mar 2012 09:02 PM PDT from Mastery of Meditation, Kundalini Yoga and ZenBeginner Yoga ExercisesIf you are new to yoga and looking for good exercises and poses in order to start your practice, I certainly recommend the poses detailed in the following article – Basic Yoga Poses for Beginners. One of the great things about yoga is the wide range of exercises and positions that it offers, so in addition to the poses given in that article, there are many other great beginner's yoga exercises as well and in this guide I am going to detail one of my favorite for you. This particular exercise is called Yoga Rowing and it is part of another great beginner's yoga set called the Morning Wake-Up Series | Yoga Poses for Beginners. In fact it is the first exercise of that set and it is very often the first exercise I begin my yoga routine with as well. One of the great things about this exercise is that it is an easy motion which can be done by yogis of all levels and of all ages. In addition, this exercise is wonderful to warm-up with and it has the dual advantage of being a strengthening and stretching exercise. If you are a beginner or out of shape and looking to get back into fitness then Yoga Rowing is a perfect place to start. As with all yoga exercises, breathing is a key component of this movement as well so be sure to pay special attention to that aspect. Also, as you might be doing this exercise first, be sure to start off gently and them extend the range of the movement as you feel you muscles starting to warm-up. More Yoga Exercises and Poses: In addition to the 2 beginner yoga sets I pointed out above, you will also will find plenty of yoga poses and exercises in the following 2 free online galleries. There you will find both, starter yoga exercises and poses, as well as more advanced one. Free Hatha Yoga Galleries and Free Kundalini Yoga Exercises. For Yoga and Meditation Certification Program Students:For teachers graduating from the Online Yoga Teacher's Training and Certification Program orOnline Meditation Certification Program, Yoga Rowing is a great exercise to do early in your class and my students have always loved this exercise. Also, as this is a relatively easy movement to do, all students are generally able to participate. I use it in both my yoga classes and meditation classes as it really is a great way to get a stretch and get the energy moving. Yoga Exercise for Beginners | Yoga RowingBelow please find details of how to practice Beginner's Yoga Rowing, along with illustrations, step-by-step instructions, benefits and practice tips. Yoga Rowing Illustrations |
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Introduced by Tarthang Tulku in the early 1970's, Kum Nye is an ancient Tibetan Yoga practice based on traditional Tibetan medicine. The physical postures and breathing exercises, combined with inner awareness and concentration, align and integrate the physical body and senses with the mind and intellect. In calm and relaxed states of well-being your inner world—the world of the mind, heart, energy and senses—is transformed. As described by a long time Kum Nye practitioner: "One of the most beautiful things about Kum Nye is just how inspiring it can be, how it wakes up something in you, that part of you that wants to be joyful, it wakes it up and lets it run free like a little kid again." Begin exploration of Kum Nye – Tibetan Yoga with the following exercise: "Flying" This posture calms the restless flow of thoughts and generates feeling in the heart center. 1. Stand well balanced with your feet about 4 inches apart, your back straight and your arms relaxed at your sides. Slowly lift your arms away from your sides until they are directly overhead with the backs of the hands facing each other and the fingers straight. Close your eyes and feel the sensations of energy in your body. Relax your thighs and minimize any backward arching in your spine. 2. Slowly open your arms, increasing the distance between them in a balanced and equal way. Take 1 full minute to bring them all the way down to your sides. Take another minute to move your arms up again. When your arms are overhead, stretch up slightly, keeping your legs relaxed. This stretch clears and settles the mind. Do the movement 9 times. As you move your arms pay attention to the feeling tones and the flow of energy through your body. As your arms descend let energy flow into your heart center; as you raise your arms, direct energy outward through your fingers. You may feel heat and energy surrounding your arms and hands. To complete the exercise sit in a sitting posture for five minutes or more, continuing to sense the flow of energy, with breath, body, and mind as one. As a variation try slowing the movement down, taking two minutes in each direction. For more information, visit www.dharmapublishing.com. 
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Richard now teaches meditation in centers throughout Southeast Asia and worldwide via Skype/Tel. His favorite teaching energies are Shaktipat, Kundalini and Deeksha because they take students very deep into meditation very fast. You can take a personal online course with Richard at 
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