“In yoga, an overactive mind is referred to as “monkey mind.” Like a drunk monkey; life is dim. Shine light on what isn’t working, lose the clutter.”
— Christina Dumas

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Unlock Unshakable Confidence: Ancient Yoga Secrets for Modern Life
Unlock Unshakable Confidence: Ancient Yoga Secrets for Modern Life
Transform Fear Into Peace: How Ahimsa Guides You to Heal, Let Go, and Embrace Life
Transform Fear Into Peace: How Ahimsa Guides You to Heal, Let Go, and Embrace Life
Unlock Your Truth: Mastering Satya for Authentic Living, Powerful Speech, and Deep Connection
Unlock Your Truth: Mastering Satya for Authentic Living, Powerful Speech, and Deep Connection
Let Go to Grow: Mastering Aparigraha for Non-Attachment, Joy, and Mindful Living
Let Go to Grow: Mastering Aparigraha for Non-Attachment, Joy, and Mindful Living
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Achieve True Bliss: How Samadhi Transcends Consciousness and Connects You to Everything
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Struggling to Let Go? Dhyana Meditation Can Teach You the Power of Forgiveness

Dhayana in Sanskrit is translated most easily as meditation. It is used in yoga to

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Mastering Dharana: Preparing Your Mind for Deep Meditation through Focused Concentration
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Pratyahara: Unlocking Your True Nature by Quieting the Mind and Senses
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Pranayama: Harnessing the Breath to Elevate Your Yoga Practice and Enhance Life's Vital Energy
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How Posture Works: Unlocking Subtle Energies and Cultivating Inner Strength Through Asana
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Forgive. Breathe. Live.
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Ishvara Pranidhana: The Art of Surrender and Devotion to a Higher Path
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Svadhyaya: Cultivating Self-Awareness Through Scriptural Study and Reflective Meditation
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Tapah: Embracing Spiritual Hardship to Transform Challenges into Strength and Wisdom
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Embracing Contentment: Finding Joy and Freedom in the Present Moment Through Mindful Practice
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Embracing Sacred Simplicity: Cultivating Clarity, Compassion, and Connection in Every Moment
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Embracing Aparigraha: The Art of Self-Care and Letting Go for True Happiness
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Brahmacharya: Honoring Energy and Relationships for Vitality and Self-Love
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Asteya and the Flow of Change: Embracing Self-Wholeness and Vitality Through Mindful Practice
Embracing Unchanging Truth: Living Authentically by Aligning Mind, Speech, and Actions
Embracing Unchanging Truth: Living Authentically by Aligning Mind, Speech, and Actions
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April's Theme: Cultivating Self-Trust Through Intuition, Mindful Eating, and Self-Knowledge
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Discovering Ayurveda in South India: My Diwali Journey to Balance and Healing
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Bliss Ball Bliss
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Natural Healing: The Anti-Aging Power of Green Apples and an Alternative to Gallbladder Surgery

Mala

A mala is used during meditation to help the mind focus. It is composed of 108 prayer beads and one sumeru, or head bead. To focus, pick a mantra, such as “I am at peace” and hold onto a bead. Repeat the mantra 108 times while simultaneously observing breath. If possible, fix focus of the eyes to the space in between the eyebrows.