The intuitive writing of Gerald G Jampolsky in Love is Letting Go of Fear has inspired today's subject matter. The book offers transformative lessons in letting go of the past, to better face the future, through the release of limiting thought patterns.
I wish to take this a step further and examine how the release of tension and restriction in the physical body can unleash (psychological) fear and helps us to be fully in the present. To do this, I have chosen to look at a couple of basic yoga back bending postures (see video below).
According to the great yoga master, BKS Iyengar, backbends, through movement of the spine both backward and forward, provide a wonderful massage and increased blood flow to the heart.
However, these postures don't just work on the physical level, but also the psychological.
Our minds, as well as being challenged by the physical aspect of the posture (let's face it, how often do we throw ourselves backwards on a daily basis), often have to deal with the surfacing of fear and emotion at this point.
But, this is the beauty of the backbend. What BKS also claims is, that backbends actually help us address our fears.
If you look at the postures I've demonstrated on the video, a backbend, by its very nature, is very "opening" to the front of the body. It enables us to open our heart centre, making us more aware of our centre for compassion, love and support.
So, the more you open yourself to "love", the less chance there is of "fear" overtaking your consciousness.
Click the link if video doesn't automatically appear:
http://youtu.be/S0MI22E9lzQ
Food of love - not music (today), but Maca
Before signing off for the weekend, I want to share with you a fabulous "power" food supplement - Maca - a root grown high up in the Peruvian Andes. I recommend the powder form, so you can add up to 1 tablespoon per day (although build up to this level slowly if you've never used it before) to cereal, yogurt, smoothies, juices, etc.
Maca is nutrient-dense - contains Vitamins B, C and E; rich in minerals such as calcium, zinc, iron, magnesium and phosphorous, plus amino acids (protein) - no wonder it's called a "superfood".
NB, it is contraindicated with some disorders of the liver, high blood pressure, some hormone-related cancers, and pregnancy, so check with your doctor before taking this supplement.
It's benefits can be enormous:
Wow, it's almost too good to be true.
So, go, open your heart - and feel the love this weekend.
Enjoy ;-)
I wish to take this a step further and examine how the release of tension and restriction in the physical body can unleash (psychological) fear and helps us to be fully in the present. To do this, I have chosen to look at a couple of basic yoga back bending postures (see video below).
According to the great yoga master, BKS Iyengar, backbends, through movement of the spine both backward and forward, provide a wonderful massage and increased blood flow to the heart.
However, these postures don't just work on the physical level, but also the psychological.
Our minds, as well as being challenged by the physical aspect of the posture (let's face it, how often do we throw ourselves backwards on a daily basis), often have to deal with the surfacing of fear and emotion at this point.
But, this is the beauty of the backbend. What BKS also claims is, that backbends actually help us address our fears.
If you look at the postures I've demonstrated on the video, a backbend, by its very nature, is very "opening" to the front of the body. It enables us to open our heart centre, making us more aware of our centre for compassion, love and support.
So, the more you open yourself to "love", the less chance there is of "fear" overtaking your consciousness.
Click the link if video doesn't automatically appear:
http://youtu.be/S0MI22E9lzQ
Food of love - not music (today), but Maca
Before signing off for the weekend, I want to share with you a fabulous "power" food supplement - Maca - a root grown high up in the Peruvian Andes. I recommend the powder form, so you can add up to 1 tablespoon per day (although build up to this level slowly if you've never used it before) to cereal, yogurt, smoothies, juices, etc.
Maca is nutrient-dense - contains Vitamins B, C and E; rich in minerals such as calcium, zinc, iron, magnesium and phosphorous, plus amino acids (protein) - no wonder it's called a "superfood".
NB, it is contraindicated with some disorders of the liver, high blood pressure, some hormone-related cancers, and pregnancy, so check with your doctor before taking this supplement.
It's benefits can be enormous:
- increases energy and stamina (often used by athletes to reach peak performance)
- increases muscle mass (in conjunction with a good workout regime)
- reduces iron-deficiency anaemia
- reduces risk of cardiovascular disease
- keeps bones and teeth healthy
- aids wound healing
- helps clear skin of acne and blemishes (and can help skin withstand extreme temperatures in hot or cold weather through decreased sensitivity)
- helps balance mood (alleviates anxiety, stress, depression and mood swings)
- increases mental energy and focus
- balances sexual hormones and fertility
- promotes sexual function of both men and women - yes, folks, it's an aphrodisiac
- boosts libido and increases endurance
Wow, it's almost too good to be true.
So, go, open your heart - and feel the love this weekend.
Enjoy ;-)
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