April 4th, 2012 → 10:33 pm @ chedicorn
Yoga, the Sanskrit word means ‘union’, the way to unite the individual with the divine means. Practice of this 5000 year old science has been continuing for centuries which was actually originated from Hindu philosophy. According to Patanjali, the ancient compiler of the Yoga Sutras, Yoga is the practice of quieting the mind. The sage also said, “In deep meditation the flow of concentration is .. more …
February 1st, 2012 → 10:27 am @ chedicorn
Music has always been recognized as having a powerful effect on human consciousness. In different yoga forms, Kundalini Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Asthtanga Yoga, music have been an essential guide. Mortal beings have been highly sensitive to the effect of music. Music during the yoga sessions connect an individual to higher spheres and enhance the meditative mood within him. Different kinds of music and .. more …
January 20th, 2012 → 8:03 pm @ chedicorn
After a few moments, Manish gently broke the silence, “Listen to the waves, and then listen to the space between the waves. Find yourself in that space.” This is where the kirtan had carried us, to this space, this deep silence between the waves. As Manish spoke to us, I could still feel the mantra coursing through my bloodstream with each heartbeat, Snatam’s voice carrying on into the silence. I .. more …
November 30th, 2011 → 7:11 am @ chedicorn
Kundalini Yoga is a powerful yoga form that focuses on awakening of the Kundalini, the energy of consciousness. Kundalini energy is visualized as a snake coiled up in the first chakra found at the base of the spine (Muladhara chakra). Kundalini energy is one’s potential spiritual energy. As an individual starts Kundalini Yoga, the Kundalini energy rises up the Nadi (Kundalini channels) helping the .. more …
November 28th, 2011 → 9:32 am @ chedicorn
Today, in the world of immense competition, human beings are easily subjected to anxiety and stress more than often. Yoga practice eliminates all negative vibes and in the process, enlighten the soul of the individual. As the organs, muscles and nervous systems of the body is harmonized, the individual is liberated from the veils of ignorance and reaches a state of perfect spiritual insight and .. more …
November 26th, 2011 → 2:20 pm @ chedicorn
Music stirs the consciousness of human being. Though the word ‘meditation’ sounds very easy but many a person who are new to it find very difficult to sit in a place and focus on a single thought without any distractions. Thinking of nothing for a long time is a little hard as because human mind always works on zillions of thoughts knowingly or unknowingly. From outside one can seem to be sitting .. more …
November 26th, 2011 → 2:05 pm @ chedicorn
Since ages, music and yoga practice have been inseparable. Music was used in yogic training since time immemorial. Every tone and sound of the music have a particular effect on the human energy system. Music inhibit the wandering mind, lifts up the spirit, soothes and relaxes the body. Music is used to express as well as induce different states of mind like moods, feelings, impressions and .. more …
November 26th, 2011 → 12:32 am @ chedicorn
Drums and the beats evolving out of yoga music plays a key role in regards to the connection of yoga practice. The beats of drums are far more than mere entertainment music. Rather, drums, in the realms of yoga, is an active tool created to assist a yoga practitioner in discovering effective ways. The profound effects of the drum beats aid a person to achieve mental clarity, emotional balance and .. more …
November 26th, 2011 → 12:29 am @ chedicorn
Like in any other activities, music plays a vital role in yoga practice and meditation. There are many forms of yoga like Kundalini Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Viniyoga, Anusara Yoga , Ananda Yoga and many others. Each forms of yoga has their distinct respective utilities. In the spheres of yoga practice, the sound, when coupled with tone and rhythm, have a strong effect on mind and the body of the .. more …
November 25th, 2011 → 11:53 pm @ chedicorn
Yoga or meditation is a way to connect oneself with the divine power or God. Gods and Goddesses often have a close association with music. It is said that the melodious tune from the flute of Krishna, the God of love, overflows this earth with serene divinity. Musical instruments are also used to worship Saraswati, the Goddess of music. Instrumental music frees the mind from all mundane thoughts .. more …