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Healing Modalities

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  Healing modalities encompass a broad range of practices and techniques aimed at promoting physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. Here are some of the different types: Conventional Medicine : Also known as Western or allopathic medicine, this includes treatments such as pharmaceuticals, surgery, and other interventions based on scientific research and clinical trials. Alternative Medicine : These are practices that are used instead of conventional medicine. Examples include acupuncture, chiropractic care, homeopathy, naturopathy, and Ayurveda. Complementary Medicine : These are practices used alongside conventional medicine to complement treatment. Examples include yoga, meditation, massage therapy, and dietary supplements. Energy Healing : These modalities focus on the manipulation of energy fields within the body to promote healing. Examples include Reiki, Qigong, and Therapeutic Touch. Mind-Body Medicine : These modalities emphasize the connection between mental, em

Buddhist Noble 8 Fold Path in Comparison to Asthanga Yoga 8 Limbed Path

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During some of my recent studies, I was introduced to the Buddhist concept of the 8 Fold Path.  I have been studying yoga for many years, specifically Ashtanga Yoga which is Sanskrit for the 8 Limbed Path. The very first thing I wanted to see was how closely the two were related, and secondly I wanted to do some research upon where each theory came from and where each were given their information from. First and foremost, I would love to hear everyone’s thoughts and opinions in regards to this. What do you see that is closely related between the two paths?  Buddhism 1. Right Understanding (Samma ditthi) 2. Right Thought (Samma sankappa) 3. Right Speech (Samma vaca) 4. Right Action (Samma kammanta) 5. Right Livelihood (Samma ajiva) 6. Right Effort (Samma vayama) 7. Right Mindfulness (Samma sati) 8. Right Concentration (Samma samadhi) Yoga Sutras (Asthanga / 8 Limbed Path) 1. Yama (Principles or moral code) 2. Niyama (Personal Disciplines) 3. Asana (Yoga Positions or Yogic Postures) 4. P

☀️Abiding in the ‘I am’

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☀️ Abiding in the ‘I am’ These short quotes on [I AM ] have been collected from the two books by David Godman on Sri Annamalai Swami titled ‘Annamalai Swami – Final Talks’ and ‘Living by the Words of Bhagavan’. Sri Annamalai Swami was a direct disciple of Sri Ramana Maharshi. These quotes have a close resemblance to the teachings of Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj: 29. To be continuously aware ‘I am’ is the Sadhana. You are always the Self, abiding as ‘I am’. 30. Abiding as ‘I am’ you will visualize everything as ‘I am’. Having this vision, no problems will occur as all is ‘I am’. 31. ‘I am’ all, so where is the question of liking or disliking? 32. If you repeatedly affirm ‘I am’ without interruption, you will get results very quickly. This affirmation is the greatest mantra of all. 33. Keep up the meditation ‘I am’ and surrender yourself completely to it. 34. Let go of all the things that you pretend to believe are important in your daily life and instead focus on ‘I am’ all day and see what