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Trataka Kriya Practice is of two types: Bahir Trataka (External Concentrated Gazing) Antir Trataka (Internal Concentrated Gazing) In the previous article on Trataka, we elaborated on the meaning and concept behind this technique. Now, we will focus on benefits and how to perform the practice. Also, keeping in mind its nuances and precautions. Benefits “By … Read more
Hatha Yoga emphasizes the practices of body purification (Yoga practices also called Shatkarmas) to balance doshas before any higher practices can be done. One of these practices is called Trāṭaka (commonly written as Trataka). It involves steady and continuous gazing at an object of concentration. Trataka is also mentioned in Hindu mythology in Mahabharata. It … Read more
Introduction One of the main purposes of Hatha Yoga is to attain control over the breath, but this is difficult unless the body is purified or balanced first. The Shatkarma Kriyas (six purification processes) mentioned in the Hatha Yoga Pradipika are: Dhautī – Internal Cleansing Basti – Yogic Enema Netī – Nasal Cleansing Naulī – … Read more
Khechari mudra is one of the toughest techniques. It is believed to give supernatural powers to Yogis. The organ it is practiced with is the tongue. There is no asana like the Siddhasana and no Kumbhaka like the Kevala. There is no Mudra like the Khecari and no Laya like the Nada. – Hatha Yoga … Read more
Life is not an SQL database. Real things aren’t objective as the mind makes them be. One has to understand “the world that appears through the mind” and “the world that exists as it is.” They seem to be the same but are very different. When I say a Neem tree, the mind perceives it … Read more
This story through the use of wit and humor emphasizes the importance of being present in the moment. This is a principle that is stressed repeatedly in many spiritual scriptures as well. The two excerpts below are from the book “Awakening” by Anthony de Mello[1]. 1 When a guest volunteered to do the dishes after … Read more
Dandelions are wide-spreading yellow flowers. For some, it is a useful herb. Others look at them as unwanted weed. A traditional Sufi story on appreciating dandelions that exist in our lives. The excerpt below is taken from the storybook “Soul Food”, written by Christina Feldman, Jack Kornfield [1]. Story Mulla Nasrudin decided to start a flower garden. … Read more
There is nothing better than this beautiful tale to give a glimpse of the infinite that resides in all of us. A seagull who revolts against the accepted behavior of “The Flock” and is considered an outcast. Through his quest for perfect flight, he soon discovers others of like mind and his true nature. Excerpt … Read more
all “having” must now derive its immediate prestige and its ultimate purpose from appearance – Guy Debord, The Society Of the Spectacle (1967) The many likes Human beings are social animals. We love to interact and share our opinions with others. We like feeling heard and understood. Also, we like to hear what other people … Read more
People think planning is the main thing and execution is a piece of cake. But when it comes to implement, many fail. Below is not an article about execution. It is about what the journey of a successful Yogi needs to look like. To make any meditation or yoga plan successful, here are some practical … Read more