Wellness by Shannon

The quote by Yogi Bhajan perfectly states what Kundalini Yoga can do for you in tough times:  ' In the worst case scenario, sit down, close your eyes, and talk to your own soul and spirit—the moment that becomes your attitude, all things you need in life shall come to you. ' The very nature of Kundalini yoga is to awaken your energy and your ability to become intuitive and sensitive, understand when no words are spoken, and know the consequences of actions before they occur. In this article, "Kundalini 101," you'll learn the basics, benefits, and get a full 40-day YouTube playlist you can follow along with at your own pace.  ==>Kundalini Yoga Basics<== Kundalini yoga is an ancient practice that combines yoga poses, mantras, mudras, meditations, and breathwork. It's a blend of  Bhakti yoga  - the yoga of chanting, Raja yoga - the yoga of meditation and physical control, and Shakti yoga - the yoga of the expression of power. It is difficult to determine th...

The Importance of Getting The Crap Out. You know that toxins, in general, are harmful to your overall health, so why would you want to have them stewing in your intestines, breeding harmful bacteria? Isn't the thought of up to 19 pounds of crap hanging out in your body a motivating factor to detox your poop out? As an FYI, when you flush out the crap, your body will digest food more effectively, helping you stay svelte. One of the best ways to begin detoxing is to ensure that you have at least one bowel movement every day. Having a clean stomach in the morning -AKA having a bowel movement first thing in the morning—is the best way to prevent constipation and boost your digestive system. You may want to try drinking a warm glass of water as soon as you wake up to help stimulate your digestive system. As a result, you may experience more natural energy and have a more positive outlook on life. I know my attitude is bright and shiny after a good morning poop. How Much Poop is in Your...

Thai Sen Lines 101. A dedicated article to the ten main Thai Sen Lines of the Body that I follow, listen to, and help to release and unblock for you during each massage and bodywork session. To learn more about each Thai Sen Line, click the underlined name at the beginning of each paragraph. 1. Sen Sumana Sen Sumana  is considered the most important of the ten Sen Lines. Trajectory The  Sen Sumana  main line starts above the navel and travels up the body's mid-line and spinal column. Therapeutic Indications Sen Sumana  is associated with the Wind Element, respiratory function, and abdominal and digestive conditions. Working on  Sen Sumana  can help address asthma, bronchitis, respiratory problems, chest pain, heart disease, spasms of the diaphragm, hiatal hernia, nausea, cold, cough, hunger pangs, throat problems, mania, and daydreaming. 2. Sen Ittha Sen Ittha  balances all internal organs. Trajectory The  Sen Ittha  main line runs on t...

I came across this story and want to share it with everyone, especially those on a path to discovering their intuition. This story resonates with me deeply. It helps me see how essential daily meditation and sitting still is for developing, learning, listening, and trusting intuition. ==>Your Inner Voice Is Like Dirty Apple Juice.<== This story is about  Thich Nhat Hanh ,  a Buddhist Monk, Zen Master, and world-renowned religious leader who spread the practice of mindfulness throughout his life. A version of this story was initially described in the book, “ The Sun My Heart,” by Thich Nhat Hanh . A monk who spent much time meditating learned a clarifying lesson from his five-year-old niece. His niece was staying for the summer, and she would play just outside his meditation room. For the most part, the community took turns watching her while he was occupied. One day, he heard this minor knock on the meditation room door. When he answered, his niece stood on the other sid...

==>The Basics of OM<== Each part of the OM symbol- 🕉️ -Represents Reality in Various States. The  dot  represents enlightenment,  Turiyā , and the  crescent ,  Maya , represents the illusion that attaches you to the material world and separates the lower, upper, and middle curves from the dot of enlightenment. ==>Incorporate OM in Your Life <== ==>Chant Om to Harness Wisdom<== 1.   The A : 2.   The U : As you chant  OOOH , the sound moves from your tongue and palate up to your lips and begins to vibrate deeper into the center of your torso. 3.   The M : It helps you slow down to feel this vast connection to all that is, was, and will be. There’s no word-for-word translation available because  OM  has no direct translation. In a simplified spiritual explanation, the OM symbol is a syllable that is the sound of the universe and connects you with the Divine, the Highest, and the Source of all Creation. The sacred vib...

The number 11 is the first of the Master numbers. These numbers hold vital energy because they aren't reduced like the cardinal numbers 1-9. Master numbers are high-vibration numbers, which means they have primary energy. Master number 11 gets its roots from the numbers 1 and 2 and is robust, unique, and bold in its stance. Master number 11s have a dynamic aura, are empathic, and embody high intuition and spiritual gifts of connection with the divine source. They always experience an awkward feeling of never fitting in, and their magnificent energy draws people in, uplifting and inspiring them. A gentle, sensitive soul, they crave alone time to think freely and tap into their creative nature. ==>Emotional Challenge<== Number 11s have both the intense, ambitious energy of the masculine  number 1  and the softer, giving power of the  number 2 . It's a perfect blend of male and female energy. Master Number 11 has a weak point because it combines the energies ...

Number 2 energy is, on the surface, soft and feminine. Yet, the phrase,  a velvet glove and iron fist,  suits a number 2 perfectly -meaning they appear gentle but are fiercely determined and generally inflexible underneath. Once they get something in their minds to do, they'll plod along quietly until it's done. For example, a number 2 could convince their best friend to ditch her cheating boyfriend and then encourage her to get a fab makeover in less than 24 hours. Those with number 2 energy have personality traits such as diplomacy, high intuition, the epitome of social grace, the gentle art of quiet yet powerful persuasion, inspiration, charisma, silent inner strength, and sensitivity.  The energy rules a number 2 if they were born on the 2nd, 11th, 20th, or 29th of any given month. ==>Personality Traits<== Persuasive, quiet, and intelligent– Number 2s are masters of gentle, continuous persuasion and prefer to work behind the scenes rather than be in the spotligh...