The difference between 432 Hz and 440 Hz is essentially a slight shift in pitch, but it carries a heavy load of historical debate, musical theory, and “new age” philosophy. While they are both the note A4 (the A above middle C), they represent two different “standard” starting points for tuning an entire orchestra or Read More
Will to live (klesha) Possessiveness
Effort
Downward-facing dog pose. An inverted V-shape with hands and feet planted on the ground and hips lifted high. One of the most widely practised poses in modern yoga — it simultaneously lengthens the spine, stretches the hamstrings and calves, and gently strengthens the arms and shoulders.
fire essence kriya (breath technique)
One of the 5 Yama (the first limb of Yoga) Ahimsa is the ancient Indian principle of nonviolence which applies to actions towards all living beings. It is a key virtue in Indian religions like Jainism, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Sikhism. Ahimsa is one of the cardinal virtues of Jainism, where it is the first of Read More
Antelope (in anaharta yanta, symbolising rapidly moving spiritual experiences)
Ajna, brow or third eye chakra, is the sixth primary chakra in the body according to Hindu tradition and signifies the unconscious mind, the direct link to Brahman.
third eye centre gesture
Repositories of knowledge and events
Electrical brain activity oscillating at 8 to 12 cycles per second, associated with a state of relaxed alertness — calm but present, open but not asleep. [Learn more ↗]
Brain waves oscillating at 8–12 Hz, associated with relaxed, calm awareness — not drowsy, but not sharply focused either. In the alpha state, mental chatter quiets, mood tends to lift, and a sense of ease settles in. It’s the dominant brain wave state during meditation, light creative work, and sound healing.
The heart (Anahata) chakra sits in the center of our chests, acting as a bridge between the upper and lower energy centers. It connects the physical realm with the spiritual, governs our relationships, and possesses healing, calming energy. The condition of our heart chakra determines how much empathy, love, and understanding we feel towards ourselves Read More
heart centre gesture
body
bliss
Minor energy centre, Root of bliss, containing the Kalpa Vriksha
wise loving joyous energy
Sheath of bliss
power (siddhi) of miniaturisation