GRAND MASTER MEDITATION: VAJRASANA (Thunderbolt Pose)

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GRAND MASTER MEDITATION: SUKHASANA

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SUSHUMNA NADI (SPINAL CORD)

 

In addition to chakras, there are three important nadis i.e. Sushumna Nadi (spinal cord), Ida Nadi and Pingala Nadi. The sushumna nadi is located in backbone and it ensures the circulation of energy in the body through cerebrospinal fluid. The Ida Nadi symbolises Chandra (moon) and is located to the left of Sushumna Nadi while Pingala Nadi symbolises surya (sun) and is located to the right. The Ida represents negative and Pingala positive character. While the Sushumna acts as a balancing factor. The Chakras absorb the universal life force while the Nadis ensure circulation of energy in the body. The nervous system is an organ system containing a network of specialized cells called neurons that coordinate the actions of an animal and transmit signals between different parts of its body.

In most animals, the nervous system consists of two parts, central and peripheral. The central nervous system of vertebrates (such as humans) contains the brain, spinal cord and retina. The peripheral nervous system consists of sensory neurons, clusters of neurons called ganglia and nerves connecting them to each other and to the central nervous system. These regions are all interconnected by means of complex neural pathways. The vertebrate nervous system can also be divided into areas called grey matter and white matter. Grey matter contains a high proportion of cell bodies of neurons. Grey matter is found in clusters of neurons in the brain and spinal cord and in cortical layers that line their surfaces. White matter includes all of the nerves and much of the interior of the brain and spinal cord. Sensory neurons are activated by physical stimuli impinging on them, and send signals that inform the central nervous system of the state of the body and the external environment. Motor neurons situated either in the central nervous system or in peripheral ganglia, connect the nervous system to muscles or other effecter organs. Central neurons, which in vertebrates greatly outnumber the other types, make all of their input and output connections with other neurons. The interactions of all these types of neurons form neural circuits that generate an organism's perception of the world and determine its behaviour.

The spinal cord is a long, thin, tubular bundle of nervous tissue. The brain and spinal cord together make up the central nervous system (CNS). The length of the spinal cord is much shorter than the length of the bony spinal column. The spinal cord is connected to the brain and is about the diameter of a human finger. From the brain the spinal cord descends down the middle of the back and is surrounded and protected by the bony vertebral column. The spinal cord is surrounded by a clear fluid called Cerebral Spinal Fluid (CSF), that acts as a cushion to protect the delicate nerve tissues against damage from banging against the inside of the vertebrae. The spinal cord is about 45 cm (18 in) long in men and around 43 cm (17 in) in women, ovoid-shaped, and is enlarged in the cervical and lumbar regions.

The spinal cord is the main pathway for information connecting the brain and peripheral nervous system. The spinal cord functions primarily in the transmission of neural signals between the brain and the rest of the body but also contains neural circuits that can separately control numerous reflexes and central pattern generators. The spinal cord has three major functions: as a conduit for motor information, which travels down the spinal cord, as a conduit for sensory information in the reverse direction, and finally as a centre for coordinating certain reflexes. The anatomy of the spinal cord itself consists of millions of nerve fibres which transmit electrical information to and from the limbs, trunk and organs of the body, back to and from the brain. The brain and spinal cord are referred to as the Central Nervous System, whilst the nerves connecting the spinal cord to the body are referred to as the Peripheral Nervous System. The nerves which carry information from the brain to muscles are called Motor Neurones. The nerves which carry information from the body back to the brain are called Sensory Neurones. Sensory neurones carry information to the brain about skin temperature, touch, pain and joint position. Nerves called the spinal nerves or nerve roots, these nerves carry information from the spinal cord to the rest of the body and from the body back up to the brain.

There are four main groups of spinal nerves, which exit different levels of the spinal cord. These are in descending order down the vertebral column. Cervical Nerves (nerves in the neck) supply movement and feeling to the arms, neck and upper trunk, also control breathing. There are 31 pairs of spinal nerves which branch off from the spinal cord. The peripheral region of the cord contains neuronal white matter tracts containing sensory and motor neurons. Internal to this peripheral region is the gray, butterfly-shaped central region made up of nerve cell bodies. This central region surrounds the central canal, which is an anatomic extension of the spaces in the brain known as the ventricles and, like the ventricles, contains cerebrospinal fluid. The gray matter, in the centre of the cord, is shaped like a butterfly and consists of cell bodies of inter neurons and motor neurons. The white matter is located outside of the gray matter. “Columns” of white matter carry information either up or down the spinal cord.

GRAND MASTER MEDITATION: HUMAN LIFE-STYLE

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GRAND MASTER MEDITATION: SUKHASANA

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GRAND MASTER MEDITATION: ASANA FOR MEDITATION

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ROOT ENERGY CENTRE (MOOLADHARA CHAKRA)

 

Its Sanskrit name is Mooladhara Chakra i.e. connection to mother earth — root (Mooladhara).  It is also called root chakra. Its physical counterparts are gonads or sex glands (Two: Ovaries in females and Testes in males). Its location is lower abdomen in sacral region below navel, between navel and genitals, sex organs, bladder, circulatory system, prostate, womb. Its associated body parts are skin, womb, uterus, bowels, gall bladder, prostate, ovaries/testes, circulatory system, the reproductive system and the urinary system. Generally, calls for the resources of body in an emergency. The base chakra is one’s connection to the earth.

This is where one connects to one’s survival instinct. Here, one can be physically fit and healthy. Balance is the key part to this chakra and if one has that, one will be a grounded person. Its symbol is a red shaded lotus with four petals. This chakra has four petals, around a square containing a down-ward-pointing triangle. Garnet crystal is used in it as this is associated with this chakra. Garnet also helps to purify and balance energy. It is also a good protective stone and was used as a protective talisman. Other crystals used for the base chakra are agate, bloodstone, tiger’s eye, ruby, hematite, onyx, smoky quartz and rose quartz. Cedar wood incense/oil can be used for meditating on the root chakra.

The frequency of vibration of this chakra is 4 per second. Its main element is earth. Its colour is red. Its incenses are cedar wood, myrrh, patchouli, musk and lavender. Its ruling planets are Saturn and Earth. Its associated metal is lead. Its trait (guna) is tamas. It is at the bottom of all the spiritual powers. Generally the practitioner is blessed with spiritual powers relating to material. Its function is survival and grounding. It builds keenness of perception, untiring activity, and the drive to action, inner-energy, courage, organising power and leadership. In case of its disorder, a person becomes extremely restless, impatient, and short-tempered and he suffers from vain-glory.

The practitioner may turn sexual lust into spiritual power. Generally he attains spiritual powers relating to water. It contributes to the attractiveness of a person. He becomes charming and his nature becomes amiable. Generally its disorder makes a person selfish, lustful, immoral and of angry disposition.  The sacral chakra is connected to sweetness, allowing pleasure and creative expression. A balanced chakra leaves one feeling comfortable. One is able to express one’s inner power and beauty. One will have a lot of physical energy and healing energy. One will experience the joys of life. When it is open and balanced, one has a lot of sexual energy and sexual power and one is comfortable with sexuality. One is able to express one’s power easily. One has a lot of physical energy, a strong sex drive, a lot of healing energy and a joy of life.

Its glandular connection is ovaries and testes. Its chief operating force is attraction of opposites. The ovaries produce oestrogen and progesterone in females whereas testes produce testosterone and androgens in males these hormones are responsible for sexual difference and functions. It controls the heat of the body, reproductive system, urinary system and the skin. In case of mal-functioning, reproductive organs are damaged and the problem of less or more menses or sex desire, loss of heat leading to development of fat, unattractiveness of body takes place. Its emotional dysfunctions are unbalanced sex drive, instability and feelings of isolation. Physical dysfunctions are impotence, frigidity, bladder and prostate problems, lower back pain, pre-menstrual syndrome, problems with menstrual flow, uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, irritable bowel syndrome, endometriosis and testicular disease. The ovaries of the female, located in the pelvic cavity, release two main hormones. Secretion of estrogens by the ovarian follicles begins at puberty under the influence of FSH. Estrogens stimulate maturation of the female reproductive system and development of the secondary sex characteristics. Progesterone is released in response to high blood levels of LH. It works with estrogens in establishing the menstrual cycle. The testes of the male begin to produce testosterone at puberty in response to LH. Testosterone promotes maturation of the male reproductive organs, development of secondary sex characteristics and production of sperm by the testes.

Mooladhara Chakra is very potent in case of animals. Animals like bipeds, quadruped and reptiles etc. sense the internal movements of earth in advance and they run to the safer places in time.

Some people anoint cedar perfume or cedar wood, avocado, apricot, cinnamon and mint on root chakra and at the centre of each foot or at the pulse points at the side of the ankles though not through pregnancy making sure that the oils are diluted well in the ratio of three drops of essential oil to 30 ml of carrier oil for accessing new psychic work and clairsentience which enables one to pick up natural protective instincts and psychic impressions from the past.

GRAND MASTER MEDITATION: PERSONAL OBSERVANCES (Niyama)

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SACRAL ROOT ENERGY CENTRE (SWADHISTHANA CHAKRA)

Its Sanskrit name is Swadhisthana i.e. sweetness. Swadhisthana Chakra is also called sacral chakra. Its counterparts are adrenal glands or suprarenal glands (Two). It is located at the base of spine above kidneys between the anus and genitals. Its associated body parts are bones, skeletal structure, adrenals, kidneys, large intestine, teeth, adrenal glands, the urinary system, External genital organs, muscular- skeletal system, colon & legs, sense organs.

Its symbol is an orange shaded lotus with six petals. This chakra has six petals and a moon crescent. The element of this chakra is water and is associated to the moon our lord. Citrine crystal is embedded into the symbol and the petals have been used, which connected with this chakra. Citrine is a lovely crystal and never needs cleaning. It absorbs, transmutes, dissipates and grounds negative energy. It has the ability to cleanse the chakras. Other crystals associated with this chakra are carnelian and golden topaz. Its inner state is feelings and outer state liquid. Its colour is orange. Its trait (guna) is Tamas. Its ruling planet is Pluto + Moon. Its associated metal is tin. Its incenses are orris root, gardenia, damiana, jasmine, rose and sandalwood. Its crystals orange stones are citrine, carnelian and golden topaz. Its frequency of vibration is six per second.

Its glandular connections are adrenals, kidneys, bladder, the vertebral column, hips, legs and feet. Adrenal glands regulate the fire element of the body, controls liver and gall bladder. Adrenal glands assist in the creation of biles and digestive juices. Proper functioning of adrenal glands leads to qualities like keenness of perception, untiring activity, the drive to action, inner energy and courage. Its disorder forces a person to abuse his natural vigour to satisfy his lust. A sense of vain glory, restlessness and impatience etc. overcomes him.  He becomes fearful and loses vigour to face the problems of life. Generally, he is unable to control his diet. Consequently, he suffers from stomach problems and hypertension. Adrenal glands produce a number of hormones like gluco-corticoids which control glucose-metabolism, mineralo-corticoids which control electrolyte balance and stress hormones like adrenaline and non-adrenaline which help us to cope with acute stress. It controls the urinary system, external genital organs, muscular-skeletal system and legs. Its under-working leads to dullness, timidity, less energy and less oxygenation, and its over working leads to high blood pressure, migraine, headache, acidity and vomiting.  Its balanced energy is centred, grounded, healthy and fully alive. Unlimited physical energy can manifest abundance. Its excessive energy is egoistic, domineering, greedy, sadistic, sexual energy and entirely genital. Its emotional dysfunctions are mental lethargy, unfocused mind, incapablity of stillness, difficulty in achieving goals and lack of confidence. Its physical dysfunctions are osteoarthritis, constipation, diarrhoea, piles, colitis, cold fingers and toes, frequency of urination, hypertension, kidney stones, impotence and hip problems.

Some people anoint jasmine, musk and hibiscus myrrh though not through pregnancy above genitals or above womb in sacral chakra with a single drop making sure that the oils are diluted well in the ratio of three drops of essential oil to 30 ml of carrier oil. Myrrh oil is avoided as it is an irritant to sensitive parts.

GRAND MASTER MEDITATION: UNIVERSAL MORALITY (YAMA)

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SOLAR PLEXUS ENERGY (MANIPURA CHAKRA)

 

Its Sanskrit name is manipura i.e. lustrous gem — purpose, effectiveness, endurance, self-respect and courage to take risks. Manipura Chakra is also called solar-plexus chakra. Its physical counterparts are pancreas glands (numerous islets of langerans). It is located in upper abdomen from navel to solar plexus. Its associated body parts are stomach, bladder, circulatory system, prostate, womb pancreas, the digestive system, the urinary system and the skin.

This chakra has ten petals and a down-ward-triangle with a T-sign which represents the fire element. Its symbol is a bright yellow shaded lotus with ten petals. In it, citrine crystal is embedded as this is also excellent for the power of the sun. It is energising and highly creative. Citrine raises self-esteem and self-confidence. Basically, citrine is a wonderful stone as it promotes joy in life. It can release one of those fear and negative traits. In the centre of the chakra, sun stone is used. This stone can help one restore oneself and it heightens intuition. It is also linked with good luck and good fortune. This stone is connected to the power of light and is really good for those who suffer with depression. It relieves stomach ulcers and harmonises the organs. Other crystals connected to this chakra are quartz and topaz.

This chakra is connected to the warm glowing sun, giving one vitality, energy and the confidence to live life to the full. Its ruling planets are Mars + Sun. The frequency of vibration is 10 per second.  Its main element is fire. Its colour is yellow. Its outer form is plasma. Its inner state is laughter, joy and anger. Its function is will, power and assertiveness. Its associated metal is iron. Its trait (guna) is rajas. Its incense is Rose, Bergamot, Ylang Ylang, Cinnamon, Carnation, Frankincense, Camomile, Orange blossom, Honeysuckle and Marigold. Its crystals are yellow stones, yellow citrine, topaz, quartz and malachite (good for remembering dreams).

The practitioner is blessed with Brahma-agni. Generally he attains spiritual powers relating to fire. Its chief operating force is combustion. The solar plexus chakra is connected in-between the navel and the base of sternum. This is one’s lustrous gem. It is here where one gets that feeling of flight or fight. It may be called out energy centre.

When it is open and balanced, one has a deeply fulfilling emotional life. One takes an expansive, outgoing, and sociable attitude to the world. One is able to feel the sweetness of life. One has a sense of belonging and fitting in perfectly in the universe. One feels daring and confident and able to take risks. Hence, this is the chakra associated with the leader, the explorer and the inspiring extroversive individual who is confident, optimistic and good humoured.

Its glandular connection is pancreas. The pancreas, located in the abdomen close to the stomach, is both an exocrine and an endocrine gland. The endocrine portion (islets of langerhans) releases insulin and glucagons and smaller amounts of other hormones to the blood. Glucagons which is released by alpha (α) cells when glucose level in blood is low, stimulates the liver to release glucose to the blood. Insulin is released by beta (β) cells when blood levels of glucose (and amino acids) are rising. It increases the rate of glucose uptake and metabolism by most body cells. Hypo secretion of insulin results in diabetes.  Insulin strives to reduce blood glucose level while later tries to raise it. A controlled secretion of these hormones results into balanced level of glucose in the blood. It controls fire and production of digestive juices, regulates blood and sugar level, controls sodium and water balance. Its under-working leads to diabetes and over-working leads to low blood pressure, dizziness and even to alcoholism. Its emotional dysfunctions like oversensitive to criticism, addictive personality, aggressiveness and low self-esteem are needed to be in control. Its physical dysfunctions are stomach ulcers, fatigue, diabetes, allergies and weight around stomach.

Some people anoint jasmine, musk and ylang ylang on solar plexus chakra with a single drop making sure that the oils are diluted well in the ratio of three drops of essential oil to 30 ml of carrier oil for accessing intuitive awareness, boosting psychometric abilities and psychic touch helping to pick up information about people's lives and their future by holding objects belonging to them.

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HEART ENERGY CENTRE (ANAHAT CHAKRA)

 

Its Sanskrit name is Anahat i.e. balance, forgiveness, compassion of others, self-acceptance, beliefs about love and relationships. Anahat Chakra is also called heart chakra; its physical counterpart is thymus gland (one). It is located in centre of upper chest in front of heart. Its associated body parts are thymus gland, centre of chest, heart, lungs, arms, the immune system and the circulatory system.

The heart chakra is the central chakra; it is here that the physical body meets with spirit. Its symbol is a green shaded lotus with twelve petals. This is depicted by the lotus flower with 12 petals, inside there are two triangles one pointing downwards and the other pointing upwards. This represents the union of the physical body and the spiritual body (air). In it, watermelon tourmaline and emerald are used. Watermelon tourmaline for its use with the heart chakra, the heart chakra colours are green and pink. All tourmalines are linked to the inner flute and are good for cleansing all chakras. It helps one to feel calm taking all the energy to the higher for understanding, while helping one accept the need for transformation. It is said to be a crystal for the “New Age Consciousness” known as the Aquarian. Tourmaline is a wonderful stone for healing and protection. It is a powerful mental healer and it helps clear blockages & the aura. It comes in many colours and each is used for specific healing abilities. Emerald is the stone of successful love. It has a calming effect on the emotions.

The heart is very complex. It not only gives beat for live, but here all kinds of emotions, love, compassion, truth, as well as confusion and frustration are felt. Once one has ascended the first three chakras on relating to survival (the root), self knowledge (the sacral) and personal power (the solar plexus), one is now ready for the embodiment of enlightenment. Embodiment is about embracing all the qualities of the lower chakras to make them part of one’s life.

The frequency of vibration of this chakra is 12 per second. Its main element is also air. It is the source of life force. Generally, the practitioner attains spiritual powers relating to air. Its outer state is gaseous. Its function is love. Its inner state is compassion and love. Its colour is green. Its incenses are rose and bergamot. Its ruling planet is Venus. Its associated metal is copper. Its crystals are pink and green stones, watermelon tourmaline, rose quartz, emerald, green calcite, jade, malachite and moonstone. Its glandular connection is thymus. Its chief operating quality is equilibrium. It produces thymosin which stimulates immunity. It controls the immune system, heart, lungs, the circulatory system and arms. Its mal-functioning leads to sickness. It brings dullness in case of over-working. Its emotional dysfunctions are co-dependency, melancholia, fears concerning loneliness, commitment and/or betrayal. Its physical dysfunctions are shallow breathing, high blood pressure, heart disease and cancer.

Thymus gland can be considered as a God mother for a child because the child will grow and develop properly in body and mind. It protects the growing children against diseases. Once the body is fully developed, it shrinks and stops its activities. In case, it becomes active, it creates dullness and common fatigue leading to total inactiveness.

When it is open and balanced, one is very compassionate, understanding and generous person. The emotions of love, kindness, happiness, honesty and respect are very significant. One is considerate and sensitive to the needs of others and empathetic to their pain. One is able to feel love for all beings around in an ever-widening circle. Ultimately, one can see the divine in all beings and one realises the same self in one is also the self in them as well.

Some people make use of rose, geranium, hyacinth, lilac and lily of the valley. They use the minor chakras in the centres of the palm of hand to anoint a single drop. The Heart chakra is the healing source, especially used with crystals, herbs and other natural forces.

 

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THROAT ENERGY CENTRE (VISHUDH CHAKRA)

 

Its Sanskrit name is Vishudh i.e. harmony with others, self-knowledge, creativity, the power of choice, communication and self expression. Vishudh Chakra is also called Throat Chakra. Its physical counterparts are thyroid gland (one) located in the anterior throat, parathyroid glands (four) located on the dorsal aspect of the thyroid gland. Its location is centrally at base of neck, throat, ears, nose, teeth, and mouth. Its associated body parts are throat, ears, nose, teeth, tonsils, voice-box, food-pipe, tongue, mouth and neck. Their glandular connections are thyroid, parathyroid.

Its symbol is a blue shaded lotus with sixteen petals. The lotus flower contains 16 petals and a downwards pointing triangle and a circle representing the moon. In it, lapis lazuli crystal is embedded for its properties in relating to spirit guardians. The frequency of vibration of this Chakra is 16 per second. Its main elements are air and space. Its colour is bright blue. Its ruling planet is Mercury. Its constituents are ether and sound. Its crystals blue stones are turquoise, lapis lazuli, aquamarine, agate & sapphire. Its associated metal is mercury. Itstrait (guna) is rajas and its incenses are chamomile and myrrh. No poison may cause any harm to the body.

This Chakra allows one to deeply connect to one’s soul and allows one to listen to one’s soul speaks. It is here that one can use one’s voice to make sound. This Chakra is also connected to creativity through speech, music & art. It is about expression of the self. When one’s mind is clear, much comes easily with little effort as one is not struggling against life itself. It helps to balance the throat, teaches power of the spoken word and harmonises conflict. It is also good for self-expression and truth. It is a good thought amplifier of the higher mind creating objectivity and creativity. It uplifts human qualities like affection, love, high-thinking, concentration, self-control, unselfishness, balanced-temperament, purity of mind and heart. Its inner state is synthesis of ideas into symbols and outer manifestation is vibration. When open and balanced, one is able to accept things, as they are, and organise ways of working with situations. One is able to make changes and to assume responsibility for one’s personal needs.

Thyroid follicles store colloid containing thymoglobulin, a glycoprotein from which thyroid hormone is derived. Thyroid hormone (TH) includes thyroxin (T4) and tri-iodothyronine (T3), which is concerned with the body’s heat, increase the rate of cellular metabolism. Consequently, oxygen use and heat production rise.

The parathyroid glands secrete parathyroid hormone (PTH), which causes an increase in blood calcium levels by targeting bone, the intestine and the kidneys. PTH release is triggered by falling blood calcium levels and is inhibited by rising blood calcium levels. Hyper-parathyroidism results in hyper-calcaemia and all its effects and in extreme bone wasting. Hypo-parathyroidism leads to hypo-calcaemia, evidenced by tetany and respiratory paralysis. These hormones are necessary for mental and physical development. It controls lungs and heart. It also controls temperature regulation, governs energy production through the control of calcium. A person becomes too talkative, ungrateful and mentally unsteady when the thyroid is deranged. Its under-working leads to rickets, convulsion, teeth problems, twisting of muscle, fatness and dullness. Its over-working leads to over-growth, goitre and stone in kidneys etc. Its emotional dysfunctions are perfectionism, inability to express emotions and blocked creativity. Its physical dysfunctions are sore throats, neck ache, thyroid problems, hearing problems and asthma.

Some people anoint lavender, lilies, magnolia, narcissus and violet on throat chakra with a single drop for accessing oracular wisdom, more advanced dream work, out of body travel and 'clairaudience' or psychic hearing in which one hears voices from other dimensions.

 

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BROW ENERGY CENTRE (AAGGYA CHAKRA)

 

Its Sanskrit name is Ajna i.e. to perceive — Ability to "see" other than the eyes, emotional intelligence, intuition, wisdom (sixth sense). Aaggya Chakra is also called third eye or brow chakra. Its counterpart is pituitary gland (one). This chakra is situated slightly above and between the eyebrows. Associated body parts are hypothalamus (A.N.S.), left eye, ears and nose, base of skull.

Its symbol is an indigo shaded lotus with two petals. This lotus flower has two petals which represent eyes of the meeting serpent of energy, which is around a circle containing a downward triangle. In the circle, a cosmic energy is depicted. Amethyst and Azurite are embedded in it. Azurite guides psychic and intuitive development. It cleanses and stimulates the third eye and it is great for meditation and channelling. Amethyst is used as a powerful healing stone and adds protection while meditating on the third eye. In addition to it, Amethyst is great for spiritual vibration.

 The frequency of vibration of this Chakra is 96 per second. Its main element is also space. Its essential form is image. Its incenses are velvet hyacinth and rose-geranium. Its colour is indigo. Its ruling planets are Neptune & Jupiter. Its basic is light telepathic energy. Its crystals are purple stones, amethyst, azurite, calcite, sapphire, fluorite and lapis lazuli. Its associated metal is silver. Its trait (guna) is Satwa. This Chakra has the ability to see other than the eyes. It is the centre of divine wisdom and intuition (sixth sense). This Chakra is the seat of the soul and it acts like a gateway to knowledge and expanded consciousness. It is here where the Ida and Pingala, the spiralling life's currents meet. Everything has a positive and a negative and it is the resting place between the two. Stillness and bliss known as Sushumna is found herein. It is here movement stops and the energy flows towards the sacred light of the divine as we rest here in this inner space. It is a time of great healing where our negative thoughts can be cleared from past, present and future. We can arise from limitations and ascend towards liberation.

It is the centre of the highest spiritual knowledge. The practitioner undergoes a fine experience and the bliss of spiritual world. He becomes able to make out what others have in mind i.e. he can read minds. He can also foretell and visualise past events like a movie. Its glandular connection is pituitary. The pituitary gland hangs from the base of the brain by a stalk and is enclosed by bone. It consists of a hormone-producing glandular portion (anterior pituitary) and a neural portion (posterior pituitary), which is an extension of the hypothalamus. The hypothalamus regulates the hormonal output of the anterior pituitary and synthesizes two hormones that it exports to the posterior pituitary for storage and later release. Four of the six adenohypophyseal hormones are tropic hormones that regulate the function of other endocrine organs. Most anterior pituitary hormones exhibit a diurnal rhythm of release, which is subject to modification by stimuli influencing the hypothalamus.

The pituitary gland produces hormones like TSH which controls the thyroid, ACTH which controls the adrenals, LH and FSH which ensures growth of body. It also controls the growth of body, brain power and memory. Its malfunctioning leads to dwarfish or giant body, bullying and mental-retardation. Due to its insufficient working, children tend to become mean, heartless, mischievous, bullies, liars and disobedient. When it is open and balanced, the bearer has a healthy sense of an ego or separate-self and may also have clairvoyant faculties. Its emotional dysfunctions are nightmares, learning difficulties, hallucinations and physical dysfunctions are headaches, poor vision, neurological disturbances and glaucoma. Somatotropic hormone or Growth hormone (GH) is an anabolic hormone that stimulates growth of all body tissues but especially skeletal muscle and bone. It may act directly or indirectly via insulin-like growth factors (IGFs). GH mobilizes fats, stimulates protein synthesis, and inhibits glucose uptake and metabolism. Secretion is regulated by growth hormone releasing hormone (GHRH) and growth hormone inhibiting hormone (GHIH) or somatostatin. Hyper secretion causes gigantism in children. Hypo secretion in children causes pituitary dwarfism.

Some people anoint papyrus flower, lemon balm, sandalwood, juniper and thyme above and between eyebrows on brow chakra diluting juniper well in olive or almond oil for accessing knowledge from universal memory through meditation, divination or clairvoyance or psychic seeing. It is not used for anointing during pregnancy.

GRAND MASTER MEDITATION: CROWN ENERGY CENTRE (Sahastrara Chakra)

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GRAND MASTER MEDITATION: BROW ENERGY CENTRE (Aaggya Chakra)

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CROWN ENERGY CENTRE (SAHASTRAR CHAKRA)

Its Sanskrit name is Sahastrar i.e. thousand fold- expanded consciousness, selflessness and spirituality. Sahastrar Chakra is also called crown chakra. Its physical counterpart is pineal gland (one). The crown chakra lies at the top of the head, upper skull. Its associated body parts are upper skull, cerebral cortex, skin, pineal gland, cerebrum and right eye. Its symbol is a purple or golden shaded lotus with one thousand petals. The constituent for this chakra is thought and cosmic energy, its meaning is thousand fold. Hence, the lotus flower petals are a thousand. The crystals that are embedded into it are clear quartz and amethyst. Clear quartz is the most powerful healer and energy amplifier on the planet. Quartz is a master healer and can be used for any condition. Amethyst for its potent safeguard when working high spiritual vibration is love energy.

The frequency of vibration of this Chakra is 960 per second. Its main element is space. Its incenses are lavender, rosewood and frankincense. Its ruling planet is Uranus. It manifests information. Its colour is violet to white. Its crystals are white gold, violet stones, clear quartz, amethyst, diamond, white jade and white tourmaline. Its associated metal is gold. Its trait (guna) is satwa.

It is the centre of the highest spiritual force. The practitioner undergoes the highest degree of transformation in character, outlook and personality. He attains supreme super natural powers. A new awakening (knowledge) emerges out and the meaning of life changes absolutely. He acquires a great wisdom, tenderness of heart and a strong will-power. He is not affected by physical sufferings.

It is home to our pure spirit, this is where a person becomes one with the divine. As one goes through the darkest times, and tragic things happen, and when one has been disillusioned by material gains, one searches for something to answer one’s calls, this is when one starts to look within for the answers one seeks. When that inner peace is found, one becomes whole again.

Its glandular connection is pineal. The pineal gland is located at the top of head. Its primary hormone is melatonin, which influences daily rhythms. It releases the hormones concerned with intuitive and extra-sensory powers. It manages, organises, regulates and controls the functions of all other endocrine glands. It regulates water balance; it controls sex desire. It stimulates growth of nerves. The effect of malfunctioning leads to a premature sex development, sex delinquency, increase in water content and the high blood pressure. It controls the proper flow of cerebrospinal fluid and thus keeps the body strong and healthy. Apart from it, it controls the level of potassium and sodium balance in the body. Its emotional dysfunctions are depression, obsessional thinking and confusion. Its physical dysfunctions are sensitivity to pollution, chronic exhaustion and epilepsy.

Some people make use of lotus if possible or frankincense in which case other fragrances like chrysanthemum or amber camomile are used for the crown chakra though not through pregnancy for accessing star magic such as mystical experiences and direct channelling.

 

GRAND MASTER MEDITATION: SPACE POSITION (Shunya Mudra)

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GRAND MASTER MEDITATION: THROAT ENERGY CENTRE (Vishudha Chakra)

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GRAND MASTER MEDITATION: LIFE FORCE POSITION (Prana Mudra)

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CHAKRAS (CENTRES OF ENERGY)

 

{	Sahastrar Chakra
z	Aaggya Chakra
y	Vishudh Chakra
x	Anahat Chakra
w	Manipur Chakra
v	Swadhisthana Chakra
u	Mooladhara Chakra

The Chakras are the centres of spiritual and physical powers. All the chakras continually vibrate. Manipur Chakra and other chakras located below it have slow but strong movement while Anahat Chakra and the chakras above it have very swift motion. The Anahat Chakra establishes coordination among the Chakras below and above it. The Chakras located above Anahat Chakra are called space elements and those below it are called earth elements. Both of them are two different types of powers which meet at Anahat Chakra. Every Chakra has its own importance. However, all the Chakras are inter-related and inter-dependent. Any disturbance in one leads to a considerable disturbance in the functions of all other Chakras. By and large all the Chakras perform their physical functions naturally. But their spiritual powers remain dormant until awakened with the help of meditation.

This process of awakening latent spiritual powers is very fine, hard and time consuming. It demands a high level of self-control. There are 48 perpetually vibrating Chakras in our body. Of these, 7 are major Chakras namely Sahastrar Chakra, Aaggya Chakra, Vishudh Chakra, Anahat Chakra, Manipur Chakra, Swadhisthana Chakra and Mooladhara Chakra, 21 are minor Chakras and 20 are mini chakras.

Generally, Chakras may be awakened in any one of three ways: 1. By instinct: natural awakening at the time of birth. Meditation was an inborn trait in case of Guru Nanak Dev of India, Nostradamus of France, Rasputin of Russia and many others. Only a few people out of millions possess inborn skill of meditation; 2. By practice: awakening through exercise of meditation and 3. By pass-process: transmission of spiritual powers from one person to another.

The counterparts of these Chakras are respective endocrine glands. Endocrine glands are glands of the endocrine system that secrete their products, hormones, directly into the blood rather than through a duct. The main endocrine glands include the pineal gland, pituitary gland, thyroid gland and parathyroid glands, thymus gland, pancreas, gonads (ovaries/testes) and adrenal glands. The hypothalamus is a neuro-endocrine organ. Other organs which are not so well known for their endocrine activity include the stomach, which produces such hormones as ghrelin. Endocrine organs are activated to release their hormones by humoral, neural or hormonal stimuli. Endocrine glands derive from all three germ layers. Those derived from mesoderm produce steroidal hormones; the others produce the amino–acid based hormones. The efficiency of all endocrine glands seems to decrease gradually as aging occurs.

GRAND MASTER MEDITATION: HEART ENERGY CENTRE (Anahat Chakra)

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GRAND MASTER MEDITATION: SOLAR PLEXUS ENERGY CENTRE (Manipur Chakra)

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GRAND MASTER MEDITATION: SOLAR PLEXUS ENERGY CENTRE (Manipur Chakra)

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THE HEIGHT OF DIVINE CONSCIOUSNESS

 

Samadhi is natural state of equipoise. Samadhi is the ultimate aim of yoga. When, while sitting in meditation, you become unconscious of yourself and the act of meditation itself, that state is called Samadhi.

Samadhi is a divine state of consciousness. Samadhi means "to bring together to merge". Once Dharana has occurred, meditation and Samadhi may follow. It has been explained as a non-dualistic state of consciousness in which the perception of the experiencing subject becomes one with the experienced object and in which the mind becomes still, one-pointed or concentrated while the person remains wide awake. Hence, Samadhi is union with the Divine. It refers to an abiding in which mind becomes very still but does not merge with the object of attention and is, thus, able to watch and gain insight into the changing flow of experience. The final step in the eight-fold path of yoga is the attainment of Samadhi.

In the condition of Samadhi, the body and senses are at peace as if asleep yet the ability of mind and reasons are attentive as if awake. One goes beyond consciousness. During Samadhi, we understand what it is to be an identity without differences and how an enlightened soul can enjoy pure awareness of this pure identity. The conscious mind drops back into that unconsciousness from which it first emerged. There is an end to the separation that is formed by the "I" and "mine" of our misleading perceptions of reality. The mind does not differentiate between self and non-self or between the object contemplated and the process of contemplation. The mind and the intellect have come to a close and there is just the experience of consciousness, reality, unimaginable and unexplainable ecstasy.

The attainment of Samadhi is a hard task. Entering Samadhi primarily takes great determination and maintaining it takes even more will. The opening stages of Samadhi (laya and Savikalpa Samadhi) are only provisional. Normal levels of meditation can be held involuntarily, as in "being in the state of meditation" rather than obviously "meditating". The ability to obtain positive results from meditation is much easier said than done. Samadhi is the only stable reality. All else is ever-changing and does not bring eternal peace or contentment.

Among the minor Samadhis, Savikalpa Samadhi turns out to be the uppermost. Ahead of savikalpa comes Nirvikalpa Samadhi, but there is a great gap between these two. They are two drastically different Samadhis. Again, there is something even beyond Nirvikalpa Samadhi called Sahaja Samadhi. Savikalpa is a crossing point of trans-meditation and higher awareness state — Asamprajñata. The state is so named because mind preserves its consciousness that is why in Savikalpa Samadhi one can experience guessing, thought, bliss and self-awareness. In Savikalpa Samadhi, for a short period of time you misplace all human consciousness. In this form, the conception of time and space is on the whole poles apart. For an hour or two hours, you are fully in another world. When you are in Savikalpa Samadhi, you see that almost everything is done; you have nothing to do. In Savikalpa Samadhi, there are thoughts and ideas coming from different places but they do not influence you. While you are meditating, you remain composed and your inner being functions in a dynamic and confident way. From Savikalpa Samadhi, everyone has to revisit to ordinary consciousness. Even in Savikalpa Samadhi, there are grades. Some aspirants reach the highest grade while less aspiring seekers reach a lower step of the ladder where everything is not as lucid and dramatic as on the highest level. Asamprajñata is a step forward from Savikalpa. According to Patañjali, Asamprajñata is higher awareness position with non-existence of gross awareness.

Nirvikalpa or Sanjeevan is the highest uplifting state of consciousness. Nirvikalpa Samadhi is the highest Samadhi. It lasts for a few hours or a few days and then one has to come down. Very often, one fails to remember his own name and age. One cannot speak or think accurately. But through continued practice, one becomes able to come down progressively from Nirvikalpa Samadhi and directly function in a normal manner. In this state, there is no longer mind, duality, a subject-object attachment or experience. Upon entering Nirvikalpa Samadhi, the discrepancies we saw before have faded and we can see everything as one. In this state, only pure awareness remains and nothing detracts from comprehensiveness and perfection. When you are a little higher, when you have turned out to be one with the soul in Nirvikalpa Samadhi, there will be no ideas or thoughts at all. The realization of Nirvikalpa Samadhi can never be satisfactorily expressed. In Nirvikalpa Samadhi, there is no mind; there is only immeasurable peace and bliss. In Nirvikalpa Samadhi, there is unlimited bliss. When you enter into Nirvikalpa Samadhi, still, you not only be aware of bliss, but essentially grow into that bliss. There you enjoy an utterly divine all-pervading ecstasy. When you are in Nirvikalpa Samadhi, you see the universe as a tiny dot in the interior of your huge mind. Staying in Nirvikalpa Samadhi is natural but even from this condition one must ultimately return to ego-consciousness. Or else this highest level of Samadhi leads to Nirvana, which means total unity, the logical end of individual identity and also death of the body. Usually, when one enters into Nirvikalpa Samadhi, one does not want to rush back into the world again. If one stays there for eighteen or twenty-one days, there is every chance that the soul will go away from the body forever. One cannot function in the world while in that condition of consciousness; it is simply not possible. But there is a divine privilege. If the Supreme wants a particular soul to work here on earth, even after twenty-one or twenty-two days, the Supreme can take that human into another channel of lively divine consciousness and have him revisit to the earth-plane to be active.

It is exclusively feasible to stay in Nirvikalpa Samadhi and yet be completely functional in this world. This state is known as Sahaja Nirvikalpa Samadhi or Sahaja Samadhi. Sahaja Samadhi is by far the highest kind of Samadhi. In this Samadhi, one is in the uppermost consciousness but, at the same time, one is capable to work in the gross physical world. One upholds the experience of Nirvikalpa Samadhi while at the same time entering into worldly actions. One has become the soul and, at the same time, is utilising the body as an ideal tool. In Sahaja Samadhi, one does the customary things that a common human being does. But in the intimate recesses of the heart, one is surcharged with divine enlightenment. When one has this Sahaja Samadhi, one becomes the master of truth. One can go to the highest and then come down to the earth-consciousness to manifest at his sweet will. Even after achieving the highest form of consciousness, anyone is rarely blessed with Sahaja Samadhi. For Sahaja Samadhi, the Supreme's immeasurable grace is necessary. Sahaja Samadhi comes only when one has recognized indivisible oneness with the Supreme.

EFFECT OF DIET IN MEDITATION

 

Human body is made of three humours namely Vatt (Air), Kaph (Phlegm) And Pitta (Bile) which are determinant of person’s mental and physical qualities. Usually, only one type of humours dominates. Therefore, one’s diet should be planned keeping one’s respective humour in view otherwise one has to suffer with physical as well as mental health problems. Be choosy and disciplined as far as health is concerned. For Vatt humour, the indifferent things like cereal and oily food are suitable. For Pitta humour, things having cooling temperament are suitable while for Kaph humour, things having heating temperament are fit for consumption.

Do not follow the rule ‘Eat what you get’. Be conscious of your intake. Take food only when your body makes a demand for it. Take meal in time and do not stuff food. The condition of our mind and our life-style are directly influenced with our intake. Our intake modifies the inner climate of mind. The favourable condition for controlling the mind may be moulded with a well thought-out intake of food. As a matter of experience, the practice of meditation just after taking meal is not feasible because digestive system hinders in concentration.

A nutrient, well-balanced, vegetarian and simple diet is called Satwik diet. Satwik diet is fit for meditation because it lets one undergo peace and concentration. A non-vegetarian, fried and spicy diet and highly processed diet is called Tamasik diet. Tamasik diet causes laziness. A mix of both satwik and tamasik diet as well as junk food and fast food is called Rajasik diet. Rajasik diet causes nervousness and a fall in concentration. Although human-being is omnivorous yet a Satwik diet should be preferred as a routine for the purification and the elevation of positive qualities.

Annamaya kosha, the physical body visible to us, is made of the food that we consume. Positive and negative properties of sun energy exist in all types of natural foods and drinks in varying degrees which our body requires in different proportions. Keep yourself away from preserved, high sugar and fatty foods the quality of which becomes low due to high processing. You should take a nutrient, well balanced and fresh diet containing green leafy vegetables, fruit, just cooked vegetables, plenty of salads, sprout and roots rich with high protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and fibre etc. As a rule, an ideal ratio of protein, carbohydrates and fats should normally be 100 gram: 400 gram: 100 gram.

Like meditation, the mental balance may also be discovered through food. Avoid intoxicants. Do you notice any person, who is drunk, practising meditation? A person, in case of intoxicant state, is in a darkened state of mind in which meditation is not easily possible. Food items that cause harm to body are also injurious to the mental state. Abstain from those things which are unfit for both mind and body.

In case of empty stomach, no meditation is possible. Mind works well when you are well satisfied with sufficient food. Hunger creates physical and mental disorders and deficiencies. As body becomes weak in case of less, imbalanced and deficient intake, so happens with the mind. As a rule, avoid the practice of both overeating and undereating.  

A good meal is different for different categories of people. A good meal is that, after consumption of which, you feel healthy, you sleep well and your digestive system is in order. More quantity of food is needed in case of men, growing children, people doing hard physical work and pregnant women in comparison to women, people doing mental work, old people and people suffering from illness. However, the quality of food must be high and it cannot be compromised what come may.