By Navneet Kaur As Kundalini Yoga Teachers we far too often meet students in our classes who have experienced some sort of traumatic event or who are struggling as a result of some past trauma. Most people who experience a traumatic event experience some difficulties following the event but recover. A small percentage will develop Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or PTSD. Challenges for people with PTSD might include flashbacks, a persistent need to avoid thoughts or feelings related to the trauma; distorted thinking that might include excessive self-blame or blaming others; and difficulties with arousal or reactivity. The impact of…

By Doug Wilson In a time when we have more comforts, conveniences and opportunities available to us than at any other point in our recorded human history, why do we seem to have more chaos, illness and social problems than the generations before us? With technology and an ability to openly communicate with each other, why are the challenges and statistics surrounding these issues continuing to rise? The planets, moons and stars move with mechanical precision. Billions of biological organisms live and interact harmoniously with their physical environments, so why are human beings struggling to survive? Is this chaotic mess…

Cold Depression is our single biggest challenge as we enter the Aquarian Age. It affects vitality of spirit and leads us to behave in ways we would not otherwise. As we transition into the Aquarian Age through 2038, it is said that humanity will suffer from a phenomenon called Cold Depression. What is Cold Depression? Cold Depression is when the external demand is greater than the internal capacity to deliver and we have spent our reserves. We are depressed but we are so numb and insensitive to our own self, we do not feel it. The depression is, therefore “cold.” This leads us…

The Lower Triangle The first three chakras deal with the physical needs of the body and the basic needs of life. They focus on elimination and reduction. First Chakra: Security and Survival Foundation, survival, security, habit, self-acceptance. Location: End of the spine between the anus and sexual organs. Organ/Gland: Organs of elimination (e.g., colon). Color, Element: Red, Earth. Yoga Exercises: Crow Pose, Chair Pose, Body Drops,Frog Pose, Front Stretches, Lying on Stomach, Root Lock. Second Chakra: Creativity To feel, to desire, to create. Location: Sex organs. Organ/Gland: Sex organs, reproductive glands, kidneys, bladder. Color, Element: Orange, Water. Yoga Exercises: Frog…

Posture: Sit in any comfortable meditative posture with a straight spine, chin in, chest lifted. Eyes: Close your eyes. Breath: Concentrate on your breath. Inhale through the nose in eight equal strokes. Exhale through the nose in one deep and powerful stroke. Time: Continue for 11 minutes. To Finish: Inhale deeply, hold the breath 5-10 seconds, and exhale. Inhale deeply, hold the breath 15-20 seconds and roll your shoulders. Exhale powerfully. Inhale deeply, hold the breath 15-20 seconds, and this time roll your shoulders as fast as you can. Exhale and relax.

During the month of May, it’s a great idea to put a handful of cloves in a Chinese soup bowl or other porcelain or ceramic bowl with water, and soak overnight. The next morning, take three to four spoonfuls of the clove water before breakfast (on an empty stomach), no more than five. Do this first thing in the morning when you brush your teeth. For convenience, you can make enough for three or four days and keep it in the refrigerator. For best results, take some everyday throughout the month of May. Cloves are an herb that are known for reducing parasite…

By Siri Radha Kaur Khalsa Gemstones have always been used medicinally to restore balance to the auric field and the physical body. In ancient advanced civilizations, we were self-attuned, aware of vibratory frequencies and able to heal ourselves. As humanity grew more material, healing was turned over to the shaman/priests. Our cure no longer came from within. Prescriptions were administered through the art of talismanic which combines the energies of the stones with shape and numerical proportion. Work on a larger scale was done through the erection of large standing stones (menhirs), such as Stonehenge in England. In an acupuncture-like…

Written by Alexander Levering Kern, MDiv and originally published here. Warm greetings of peace, hope, and healing to you and yours.  As we navigate these perilous waters of our common life – with all the grace and gratefulness we can muster – you might find support in exploring these thoughts on “Caring for Self and Others in Times of Trouble: Some Spiritual Tools and Tips.” Breathe. Breathe. Breathe some more. Take time in your day, at any moment, to take ten deep even breaths. Carve out 5-10 minutes to meditate or practice mindfulness or contemplative prayer. Start here, now, wherever you…

“When we unblock on a physical level—cleaning out the digestive tract while jump-starting the lymph, circulatory, and glandular systems with life-giving foods, juices, supplements, and yoga—our immune system becomes stronger, our blood chemistry is restored, and we literally build a new body at the cellular level.”-Kartar Singh Khalsa, DOM Polarity Drink By Dr. Linda Lancaster The liver is the main organ responsible for detoxification in the body. Toxic compounds are altered by the liver so they can be safely eliminated. The Polarity Drink is designed to cleanse, purify, and restore the normal functioning of the liver, gallbladder, and kidneys. 1 whole…

Mandhavani Kriya: Mantra to Clear Blocks The practice of this meditation, even briefly, locates you in your heart, opens your perception, and lets you immediately recognize the way forward. Mandhavani means being in the presence of intelligence, beauty, and profound caring. It is a state of joy. It’s when you’re so happy that you feel the hand and grace of God accompany each breath and effort. In that state all victory is yours and there is no victory to win but to conquer your own heart. Posture: Sit in a comfortable cross-legged position with a straight spine. Mudra: Bring the hands in front…