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Soham Practice

Ajapa-japa The soham sound can be used as a means of developing awareness. This practice of spontaneous repetition (ajapa-japa) is very effective in controlling the

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Woman holding mala beads in hand. Counting beads and reading mantra
Tantra

Soham, “I am That”

Soham or Sohum (सो ऽहम् so ‘ham or so ‘Hum) meaning “I am He/That” It means identifying oneself with the universe or ultimate reality. Breathing

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How to be Young Forever

Role of Stress, Digestive Fire, Ojas and Tejas What Are Ojas and Tejas? According to Ayurveda, ojas (pronounced oh-jus) is the vital sap that gives

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Maha Banda

Tantric Tattwa Kriya to transmute elements creating inner cosmic space The Maha Bandha or Great Lock combines all three Bandhas into one comprehensive exercise. The

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Pranayama

The Prashna Upanishad

Prana (The breath of life) Prana burns as Fire; he shines as the Sun; He rains as the Cloud; He blows as the Winds; He

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