In this presentation I am talking about the overview of So-Hum meditation- the universal mantra.
I have discussed the meaning, how to do it, it's advantages and an advanced visualisation technique.
Yoga Nidra is a systematic method of inducing complete physical, mental and emotional relaxation.Yoga means union or one pointedness and Nidra means Sleep: Deep Relaxation with inner awareness.Pratyahara state, where mind and mental awareness are dissociated from the sensory channels.
The Chrysalis Process is a holistic and transformational approach to your health and healing. Through a blend of the ancient health practices of Ayurveda, you will learn about your ʻdoshaʼ - your unique body composition.
Learn the basics of Bhakti Yoga and begin your practice with confidence and understanding. Learn about Krsna, Radha, mantra meditation and more from brief presentation on Bhakti Yoga.
BHAKTI YOGA By
Dr. Pankaj Shukla
(AYURVEDACHARYA)
ॐ सह नाववतु।
सह नौ भुनक्तु।
सह वीर्यंकरवावहै।
तेजस्वि नावधीतमस्तुमा विद्विषावहै।
ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः
What is Bhakti ?
Types of Bhakti
How to Cultivate Bhakti
Bhavas in Bhakti
Nava-Vidha-Bhakti
Fruits of Bhakti
The principles of Yama and Niyama are the base for the practice of Yoga. Without Yama and Niyama it is impossible to practice Yoga. This is a short introduction to these principles. They are the
Ayurveda is the science of life. It plays an important role to prevent and treat the disease. Ayurveda specifically deals with mind body balance. The main part of it is Yoga and Asana. Yoga provide us a simple remedies, facile skills and procedure of good health. Asana gives physical and mental power and tone the body mind for further exercise. Trikonasana is often referred to as the Triangle Pose. This pose helps improve flexibility in the spine and can also be used to correct shoulder alignment. Also benefits the lower body and strengthens knees and ankles. Trikonasana Triangle Pose compresses the side abdominal muscles the side that is towards the floor , while also stretching the opposite side of the abdominal muscles deeper. Dr. Jyoti Gangwal | Dr. Sanjay Kholiya | Dr. Vijay Jatoliya | Dr. Vikash Bhatnagar "Significance of Trikonasana in Healthy Life" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-4 | Issue-1 , December 2019, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd26547.pdfPaper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/medicine/ayurvedic/26547/significance-of-trikonasana-in-healthy-life/dr-jyoti-gangwal
10 Meditation Techniques for Stress Relief
Discover 10 effective meditation techniques to find peace and relieve stress. From mindfulness to guided imagery, explore different approaches to calm your mind and achieve relaxation. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced practitioner, these techniques are designed to bring relief from daily pressures.
Feeling overwhelmed with stress? Look no further! In this article, you will discover 10 effective meditation techniques that can help you find peace and alleviate stress. From mindfulness to guided imagery, these techniques offer different approaches to calming your mind and achieving relaxation. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner, these meditation techniques are designed to bring you relief from the pressures of daily life. So, take a deep breath, and let’s explore the world of meditation together.
Yoga Nidra is a systematic method of inducing complete physical, mental and emotional relaxation.Yoga means union or one pointedness and Nidra means Sleep: Deep Relaxation with inner awareness.Pratyahara state, where mind and mental awareness are dissociated from the sensory channels.
The Chrysalis Process is a holistic and transformational approach to your health and healing. Through a blend of the ancient health practices of Ayurveda, you will learn about your ʻdoshaʼ - your unique body composition.
Learn the basics of Bhakti Yoga and begin your practice with confidence and understanding. Learn about Krsna, Radha, mantra meditation and more from brief presentation on Bhakti Yoga.
BHAKTI YOGA By
Dr. Pankaj Shukla
(AYURVEDACHARYA)
ॐ सह नाववतु।
सह नौ भुनक्तु।
सह वीर्यंकरवावहै।
तेजस्वि नावधीतमस्तुमा विद्विषावहै।
ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः
What is Bhakti ?
Types of Bhakti
How to Cultivate Bhakti
Bhavas in Bhakti
Nava-Vidha-Bhakti
Fruits of Bhakti
The principles of Yama and Niyama are the base for the practice of Yoga. Without Yama and Niyama it is impossible to practice Yoga. This is a short introduction to these principles. They are the
Ayurveda is the science of life. It plays an important role to prevent and treat the disease. Ayurveda specifically deals with mind body balance. The main part of it is Yoga and Asana. Yoga provide us a simple remedies, facile skills and procedure of good health. Asana gives physical and mental power and tone the body mind for further exercise. Trikonasana is often referred to as the Triangle Pose. This pose helps improve flexibility in the spine and can also be used to correct shoulder alignment. Also benefits the lower body and strengthens knees and ankles. Trikonasana Triangle Pose compresses the side abdominal muscles the side that is towards the floor , while also stretching the opposite side of the abdominal muscles deeper. Dr. Jyoti Gangwal | Dr. Sanjay Kholiya | Dr. Vijay Jatoliya | Dr. Vikash Bhatnagar "Significance of Trikonasana in Healthy Life" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-4 | Issue-1 , December 2019, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd26547.pdfPaper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/medicine/ayurvedic/26547/significance-of-trikonasana-in-healthy-life/dr-jyoti-gangwal
10 Meditation Techniques for Stress Relief
Discover 10 effective meditation techniques to find peace and relieve stress. From mindfulness to guided imagery, explore different approaches to calm your mind and achieve relaxation. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced practitioner, these techniques are designed to bring relief from daily pressures.
Feeling overwhelmed with stress? Look no further! In this article, you will discover 10 effective meditation techniques that can help you find peace and alleviate stress. From mindfulness to guided imagery, these techniques offer different approaches to calming your mind and achieving relaxation. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner, these meditation techniques are designed to bring you relief from the pressures of daily life. So, take a deep breath, and let’s explore the world of meditation together.
Raja Yoga Chapter 5 The Control of Psychic Pranaa by Swamy VivekanandaRavi Ramakrishnan
Swami Vivekananda represented India and Hinduism at the Parliament of the World's Religions (1893). This was the first World's Parliament of Religions and it was held from 11 to 27 September 1893. Delegates from all over the world joined this Parliament. In 2012 a three-day world conference was organized to commemorate 150th birth anniversary of Vivekananda
Paper on Hinduism presnted at the World's Parliament of Religions, Chicago 11th September, 1893 by Vivekananda
There is nothing much to say about meditation. This is the oldest practise by virtue of which one can control ones mind and the mind becomes the strongest tool for tackling any challenges that life may throw at us. Meditation is the tool described in the vedic scriptures and today it is accepted world wide as a potent and effective therapy.
Meditation is one of the most popular practices in the world, but it’s not necessarily something that everyone knows about or understands. The term itself doesn’t necessarily bring to mind images of a serene lake or a mountaintop breeze — we think of sitting silently for hours in an empty room with nothing but our breath and our thoughts as company. But there’s more to this practice than just the stereotypical idea of sitting quietly with your eyes closed and your mind at peace. Let us explain what meditation actually is, why it’s so important, and how you can start practicing today.
Steps and Benefits of OM Chanting Meditation Practice7 Pranayama
OM chanting meditation stands as a potent practice for calming the mind, alleviating stress anxiety, fostering a deep connection with inner peace and also well-being. Moreover, It is celebrate for its capacity to balance the body’s energy centers, enhance intuition, and facilitate spiritual growth.
Mantra meditation is a practice that can be used to still the mind and bring about a sense of inner peace.
A mantra is a word or phrase that is repeated over and over again. The repetition of the mantra helps to focus the mind and can eventually lead to a state of deep meditation.
Welcome to a delightfully different, non-religious, introduction to the basics of Meditation, its advantages, whether you are in search of some earthly purpose, like Stress Management, better health etc. or, interested in getting initiated to the spiritual world. You will have some idea, your interest would get generated, and you would take the initiative to seek more information and guidance.
Explain Simple 3 Mindfulness Exercises And Their Benefits7 Pranayama
Mindfulness exercises can vary, but in general, mindfulness meditation includes breathing exercises, mental imagery, body and mental awareness, and muscle and body tension.
Tantric meditation is a powerful practice that can help you connect to your inner self and higher consciousness. Tantric meditation practices, enabling you to explore your physical body as a way of meditating, and spirit into a state of balance and harmony. If you want to learn how to do meditation visit Embodied Awakening Academy.
This is a small handbook on individual surgical disease and its management . I have discussed about Acute Appendicitis and then step by step I explain both open and laparoscopic appendicectomy in this book.
The operative surgery part is very useful for surgical trainees.
POWER OF YOUTUBE IN MEDICAL EDUCATION- Surgical Educator Channel
#powerofyoutube #surgicaleducator #babysurgeon #usmle
Website Link: www.surgicaleducator.com
Dear viewers,
• Greetings from “Surgical Educator’
• In this episode, I am talking about the Power of YouTube in medical education
• I will be discussing the various benefits of using YouTube in medical education. YouTube is definitely revolutionize the way in which we are teaching our students.
• You can enjoy all my videos in the following links:
•
/ surgicaleducator surgicaleducator.com
• Thank you for watching the video.
All my videos are problem-based, because patients are coming to us with problems and not with a diagnosis.
• I have made modules for each surgical problem which consists of
many of my YouTube videos and my PPT slides
• I request you all to watch all the videos in a playlist together, so
that you will become confident in dealing with these problems.
• Links to the Playlists based on the Surgical Problems:
• Module 1: Scrotal Swellings:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
uXwt0JH0YG8m4JmzgAli9jj
https://www.slideshare.net/babysurgeo...
• Module 2: Groin Swellings:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
uVaDboG_ddw2S6xInNnB80D
https://www.slideshare.net/babysurgeo...
• Module 3: Abdominal Pain:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
uUcXb96A3tFpTrWOVa2F7j1
https://www.slideshare.net/babysurgeo...
case-based-learning-82091549
• Module 4: Abdominal Lumps:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLx...
uWBKVnBkhdE4XkW-xEoiIwB
• Module 5: Obstructive Jaundice:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
uX6MsQnsCTGl8YDFN1TYiQm
https://www.slideshare.net/babysurgeo...
127314632
• Module 6: Upper GI Hemorrhage:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
uUtV67AdUQYEUKdhX9vL576
https://www.slideshare.net/babysurgeo...
227888333
• Module 7: Lower GI Hemorrhage:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
https://www.slideshare.net/babysurgeo...
• Module 8: Thyroid Pathologies:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
uWg55odQfB_7JT0NYIP8ELp
https://www.slideshare.net/babysurgeo...
benign-diseases-and-carcinoma-thyroid
• Module 9: Breast Pathologies:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
uVTLcGtam1kFBzjY4NAf7MZ
https://www.slideshare.net/babysurgeo...
diseases-and-carcinoma-breast
• Module 10: Peripheral Arterial Diseases:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
6VIbQR4g8MdOi0z
https://www.slideshare.net/babysurgeo...
106254612
• Module 11: Venous Diseases:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
uVf1aYodgILbxVpC-fkdqNo
https://www.slideshare.net/babysurgeo...
127314847
• Module 12: Dysphagia:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
4DlU1Lp
# Dear Viewers/Friends/Colleagues,
# Greetings from Surgical Educator YouTube channel
# I am sharing an E-book where you can find out the hyperlinks for all my surgery teaching videos and their PPTs
# In this E-book you will learn the purpose of my YouTube channel Surgical Educator, core clinical problems you should master, how to utilize the channel effectively, statistics and analytics for the channel, all the teaching modules with hyperlinks to all my teaching videos and their PPTs and other learning resources created by me like the android app for the channel and other E-books.
In this presentation, I discussed the various liver swellings- both cystic and solid swellings. Cystic lumps are Pyogenic liver abscess, Amebic liver abscess and hydatid cyst. Benign solid swellings are Hepatic adenoma, Focal nodular hyperplasia and Hemangioma. The malignant solid swelings are secondary carcinoma of the liver, primary Hepatocellular carcinoma and Hepatoblastoma.
In this presentation, I have shown how to do open anterior resection both high and low varieties in a step-by-step manner with clear pictures as if reading an atlas of operative surgery.
The surgical causes for jaundice in children- both in neonates and infants- are Biliary atresia, Choledochal cyst, Biliary hypoplasia, Inspissated bile syndrome, and spontaneous perforation of CBD. How to Diagnose & Treat all these causes.
I am sharing a 10 paged e-book that consists of the hyperlinks to all my surgery teaching videos and to all the PPTs used for these videos from SlideShare. You can watch these videos problem based and can become competent to deal with it. You can read this to cover the whole undergraduate curriculum.
In this presentation I discussed 5 scrotal swellings case scenarios with my MBBS students. I have shared these case scenarios prior to the PBL class and asked the students to come prepared to the class. In the class i tested the knowledge gaind by the students by watching my didactic YouTube videos on the subject by asking so many questions. So this online class was highly interactive based on flip class model.
I have included in this PPT slides the various causes for acute abdomen- Ac Appendicitis, Ac Cholecystitis, Ac Pancreatitis, Peptic Ulcer Disease, Small Bowel Obstruction, Mesenteric Ischemia and sigmoid Colon. you can read and learn all these acute abdominal problems in this one PDF file.
These simplified slides by Dr. Sidra Arshad present an overview of the non-respiratory functions of the respiratory tract.
Learning objectives:
1. Enlist the non-respiratory functions of the respiratory tract
2. Briefly explain how these functions are carried out
3. Discuss the significance of dead space
4. Differentiate between minute ventilation and alveolar ventilation
5. Describe the cough and sneeze reflexes
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 39, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 34, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
3. Chapter 17, Human Physiology by Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
4. Non-respiratory functions of the lungs https://academic.oup.com/bjaed/article/13/3/98/278874
Recomendações da OMS sobre cuidados maternos e neonatais para uma experiência pós-natal positiva.
Em consonância com os ODS – Objetivos do Desenvolvimento Sustentável e a Estratégia Global para a Saúde das Mulheres, Crianças e Adolescentes, e aplicando uma abordagem baseada nos direitos humanos, os esforços de cuidados pós-natais devem expandir-se para além da cobertura e da simples sobrevivência, de modo a incluir cuidados de qualidade.
Estas diretrizes visam melhorar a qualidade dos cuidados pós-natais essenciais e de rotina prestados às mulheres e aos recém-nascidos, com o objetivo final de melhorar a saúde e o bem-estar materno e neonatal.
Uma “experiência pós-natal positiva” é um resultado importante para todas as mulheres que dão à luz e para os seus recém-nascidos, estabelecendo as bases para a melhoria da saúde e do bem-estar a curto e longo prazo. Uma experiência pós-natal positiva é definida como aquela em que as mulheres, pessoas que gestam, os recém-nascidos, os casais, os pais, os cuidadores e as famílias recebem informação consistente, garantia e apoio de profissionais de saúde motivados; e onde um sistema de saúde flexível e com recursos reconheça as necessidades das mulheres e dos bebês e respeite o seu contexto cultural.
Estas diretrizes consolidadas apresentam algumas recomendações novas e já bem fundamentadas sobre cuidados pós-natais de rotina para mulheres e neonatos que recebem cuidados no pós-parto em unidades de saúde ou na comunidade, independentemente dos recursos disponíveis.
É fornecido um conjunto abrangente de recomendações para cuidados durante o período puerperal, com ênfase nos cuidados essenciais que todas as mulheres e recém-nascidos devem receber, e com a devida atenção à qualidade dos cuidados; isto é, a entrega e a experiência do cuidado recebido. Estas diretrizes atualizam e ampliam as recomendações da OMS de 2014 sobre cuidados pós-natais da mãe e do recém-nascido e complementam as atuais diretrizes da OMS sobre a gestão de complicações pós-natais.
O estabelecimento da amamentação e o manejo das principais intercorrências é contemplada.
Recomendamos muito.
Vamos discutir essas recomendações no nosso curso de pós-graduação em Aleitamento no Instituto Ciclos.
Esta publicação só está disponível em inglês até o momento.
Prof. Marcus Renato de Carvalho
www.agostodourado.com
- Video recording of this lecture in English language: https://youtu.be/kqbnxVAZs-0
- Video recording of this lecture in Arabic language: https://youtu.be/SINlygW1Mpc
- Link to download the book free: https://nephrotube.blogspot.com/p/nephrotube-nephrology-books.html
- Link to NephroTube website: www.NephroTube.com
- Link to NephroTube social media accounts: https://nephrotube.blogspot.com/p/join-nephrotube-on-social-media.html
Integrating Ayurveda into Parkinson’s Management: A Holistic ApproachAyurveda ForAll
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micro teaching on communication m.sc nursing.pdfAnurag Sharma
Microteaching is a unique model of practice teaching. It is a viable instrument for the. desired change in the teaching behavior or the behavior potential which, in specified types of real. classroom situations, tends to facilitate the achievement of specified types of objectives.
Adv. biopharm. APPLICATION OF PHARMACOKINETICS : TARGETED DRUG DELIVERY SYSTEMSAkankshaAshtankar
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Title: Sense of Smell
Presenter: Dr. Faiza, Assistant Professor of Physiology
Qualifications:
MBBS (Best Graduate, AIMC Lahore)
FCPS Physiology
ICMT, CHPE, DHPE (STMU)
MPH (GC University, Faisalabad)
MBA (Virtual University of Pakistan)
Learning Objectives:
Describe the primary categories of smells and the concept of odor blindness.
Explain the structure and location of the olfactory membrane and mucosa, including the types and roles of cells involved in olfaction.
Describe the pathway and mechanisms of olfactory signal transmission from the olfactory receptors to the brain.
Illustrate the biochemical cascade triggered by odorant binding to olfactory receptors, including the role of G-proteins and second messengers in generating an action potential.
Identify different types of olfactory disorders such as anosmia, hyposmia, hyperosmia, and dysosmia, including their potential causes.
Key Topics:
Olfactory Genes:
3% of the human genome accounts for olfactory genes.
400 genes for odorant receptors.
Olfactory Membrane:
Located in the superior part of the nasal cavity.
Medially: Folds downward along the superior septum.
Laterally: Folds over the superior turbinate and upper surface of the middle turbinate.
Total surface area: 5-10 square centimeters.
Olfactory Mucosa:
Olfactory Cells: Bipolar nerve cells derived from the CNS (100 million), with 4-25 olfactory cilia per cell.
Sustentacular Cells: Produce mucus and maintain ionic and molecular environment.
Basal Cells: Replace worn-out olfactory cells with an average lifespan of 1-2 months.
Bowman’s Gland: Secretes mucus.
Stimulation of Olfactory Cells:
Odorant dissolves in mucus and attaches to receptors on olfactory cilia.
Involves a cascade effect through G-proteins and second messengers, leading to depolarization and action potential generation in the olfactory nerve.
Quality of a Good Odorant:
Small (3-20 Carbon atoms), volatile, water-soluble, and lipid-soluble.
Facilitated by odorant-binding proteins in mucus.
Membrane Potential and Action Potential:
Resting membrane potential: -55mV.
Action potential frequency in the olfactory nerve increases with odorant strength.
Adaptation Towards the Sense of Smell:
Rapid adaptation within the first second, with further slow adaptation.
Psychological adaptation greater than receptor adaptation, involving feedback inhibition from the central nervous system.
Primary Sensations of Smell:
Camphoraceous, Musky, Floral, Pepperminty, Ethereal, Pungent, Putrid.
Odor Detection Threshold:
Examples: Hydrogen sulfide (0.0005 ppm), Methyl-mercaptan (0.002 ppm).
Some toxic substances are odorless at lethal concentrations.
Characteristics of Smell:
Odor blindness for single substances due to lack of appropriate receptor protein.
Behavioral and emotional influences of smell.
Transmission of Olfactory Signals:
From olfactory cells to glomeruli in the olfactory bulb, involving lateral inhibition.
Primitive, less old, and new olfactory systems with different path
These lecture slides, by Dr Sidra Arshad, offer a quick overview of the physiological basis of a normal electrocardiogram.
Learning objectives:
1. Define an electrocardiogram (ECG) and electrocardiography
2. Describe how dipoles generated by the heart produce the waveforms of the ECG
3. Describe the components of a normal electrocardiogram of a typical bipolar lead (limb II)
4. Differentiate between intervals and segments
5. Enlist some common indications for obtaining an ECG
6. Describe the flow of current around the heart during the cardiac cycle
7. Discuss the placement and polarity of the leads of electrocardiograph
8. Describe the normal electrocardiograms recorded from the limb leads and explain the physiological basis of the different records that are obtained
9. Define mean electrical vector (axis) of the heart and give the normal range
10. Define the mean QRS vector
11. Describe the axes of leads (hexagonal reference system)
12. Comprehend the vectorial analysis of the normal ECG
13. Determine the mean electrical axis of the ventricular QRS and appreciate the mean axis deviation
14. Explain the concepts of current of injury, J point, and their significance
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 11, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 9, Human Physiology - From Cells to Systems, Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
3. Chapter 29, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
4. Electrocardiogram, StatPearls - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK549803/
5. ECG in Medical Practice by ABM Abdullah, 4th edition
6. Chapter 3, Cardiology Explained, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK2214/
7. ECG Basics, http://www.nataliescasebook.com/tag/e-c-g-basics
2. Introduction
So-Hum Meditation is an ancient Indian
meditation technique that focuses on the breath
and the mantra 'So-Hum.'
Through self- reflection, this practice can help
you achieve inner peace and clarity of mind.
In this presentation, we will explore the benefits
of So- Hum Meditation and how it can be
incorporated into your daily routine.
Its origins can be traced back to ancient India,
where it was developed by enlightened sages
who sought to harness the power of the mind
and connect with the divine.
3. What is So-Hum?
So-Hum is a Sanskrit mantra that means 'I
am that.'
It represents the connection between the
individual self and the universal
consciousness or Jeevatma with Paramatma.
During So-Hum Meditation, you focus on
your breath and mentally repeat the mantra
'So’ while you are inhaling and 'Hum’ while
you are exhaling. This helps you calm your
mind and connect with your inner self.
This simple yet profound mantra helps to
synchronize the breath with the mind, allowing
us to enter a state of deep relaxation and
heightened awareness.
4. Benefits of So-Hum Meditation
So-Hum Meditation can help reduce
stress and anxiety, improve focus
and concentration, increase self-
awareness, and promote overall
emotional well- being.
It can also help you connect with
your inner wisdom and gain a
deeper understanding of your true
self.
By directing our attention to the breath
and the mantra, we train the mind to
stay at present and focused,-
mindfulness- reducing the impact of
distractions and enhancing our ability to
concentrate on tasks at hand.
5. How to Practice So-Hum Meditation
To practice So-Hum Meditation, find a quiet
and comfortable place to sit in Padmasana or
Suhasana.
Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths.
Then, mentally repeat the mantra 'So’ while
you are inhaling and 'Hum’ while you are
exhaling.
If your mind wanders, gently bring your
attention back to your breath and the mantra.
You can start with 5-10 minutes a day and
gradually increase the duration.
6. To get the most out of your So-
Hum Meditation practice, try to
meditate at the same time and
place every day.
Make sure you are comfortable
and not distracted by external
factors. You can also use guided
meditations or music to enhance
your experience.
Remember to be patient and kind
to yourself, as meditation is a
journey and not a destination.
Tips for a Successful Practice
7. Ajapa-Japa- Meaning
The Soham mantra has been called
the universal mantra because of the
fact that its vibration is already a
part of the breath, and everybody
breathes. Sooooo... is the natural
sound of inhalation, and
Hummmm... is the sound of
exhalation.
Recitation of a mantra is called japa.
When that remembering comes
automatically, it is called ajapa-
japa, meaning that the repetition
called japa is coming without effort.
So all of us even though not reciting
the mantra So-Hum consciously, our
breathing itself is automatically
reciting the So-Hum mantra.
8. Visualise that you are sitting in Padmasana
or Suhasana on a sea shore facing the sea
where sea water comes and goes below you
as waves.
Visualize a lotus flower at top of your head-
Sahasrarara- with a long thin stem extending
downward through your spinal canal into the
root chakra and then branching down as
roots.
As you are inhaling with the mantra “SO”
visualize the sea water is coming towards
you as a wave and all the water is ascending
up through the roots and then stem and
finally filling up the lotus flower which is fully
opened now.
9. Advanced So-Hum Meditation
With Visualisation
Now you can start exhaling with
recitation of mantra “ Hum”
Simultaneously visualize the opened
lotus flower is now closing all it’s
petals and sea water is flowing down
through the stem and roots and
finally is receding away from you as
a wave.
If you continuously reciting the So-
Hum mantra and visualize this
guided meditation you will go to a
very deep relaxed state of mind.
10. Conclusion
So-Hum Meditation is a powerful tool for self-reflection
and inner peace.
By incorporating this practice into your daily routine,
you can experience a range of physical, mental, and
emotional benefits.
Remember to be consistent and patient with your
practice, and enjoy the journey of discovering your true
self.