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Understanding OM | AUM
OM |AUM conveys universal peace, harmony, and divinity. Om is the sound vibration of the true Self (Atman) and exemplifies supreme consciousness. The sacred vibration of Om (Hindu, Buddhist, Jain) is similar in sound and meaning to Amen (Christian), Amin (Islamic). Notice how Shalom (Hebrew) and Om Shanti (Sanskrit) share similar sounds expressing peace.
Comprehensive in nature, Om is visualized by the image (yantra) above. It is the cosmic, primordial sound vibration of divine universal consciousness. Like other mantras, it transcends the mind and emotions. Its celestial qualities can be revealed and actualized when one’s body and mind vibrate to its sacred sound through repetition (japa). Repetition can be done out loud to influence us physically, whispered or with one’s lips for a mental-emotional effect, and silently for inspiring one’s higher Self.
Om is naturally heard when breathing out slowly. Start with your mouth open. Breathe out to hear aaahhh. Listen for ooouuu as your lips begin closing. You will hear mmmm when your lips close. Listen to the silent pause afterward.
The full meaning of Om is infinite. Over time, chanting Om and/or visualizing it personally can reveal its significance. Reading about it is helpful but cannot reveal its power. For inspiration, here is some of its meaning and symbolism. Colors are provided to aid understanding of the relationship between the visual and auditory experience of Om.
Written and compiled by Julie Lusk. Primary sources: Vedas, Mandukya Upanishad, Bhagavad Gita, and Yoga Sutras. ‘The Secret Power of Yoga’ by Nischala Joy Devi. Diagram and explanation of OM’s symbolic significance by Sreedevi Bringi.
OM Sound and Symbol– pdf Chart to Print
| Sound vibration | A (aaaah) | U (oouuu) | M (mmmm) | Silent Om |
| Visual symbolism | Bottom left curve | Side curve | Top left curve | Crescent moon = Illusion. Obstacles |
| Dot = true Self | ||||
| Aspects of time | Past | Present | Future | Timeless |
| Aspects of focus | Outward | Inward | Outer inner harmony | |
| Aspects of being | Body | Mind | Spirit | Absolute |
| Chakra energy | Lower chakras | Middle chakras | High chakras | |
| 4 awareness states | Waking |Duality | Dreaming | Sleeping | Nonduality | Turiya (4th state) |
| 4 mind states | Conscious | Subconscious | Unconscious | Turiya (4th state) |
| 3 realms | Earth | Atmosphere | Heaven | |
| 3 gunas (attributes) | Rajas (overactivity) | Sattva (harmony) | Tamas (inactivity) | |
| 3 universal forces | Creation | Preservation | Dissolution | |
| Trinity | Brahma
Father / Mother |
Vishnu
Son / Daughter |
Shiva
Holy Spirit |
OM Sound and Symbol– pdf Chart to Print
Guided Imagery Course at Sivananda ~ Bahamas
Are you ready to tune yourself up and get powerful and practical tools and techniques to overcome stress, improve your health, and gain amazing insights to guide you forward?
If so, please register for my upcoming workshop on Guided Imagery & More to be held in May at Sivananda Yoga Retreat Center in the Bahamas.
We will explore several wonderful types of guided imagery within the context of the seven major chakras (energy centers) and the five koshas (sheaths). You will enjoy the experience of relaxing deeply and activating your energy by the stunning ocean, surrounded by beautiful gardens and awesome people. There’s also yoga, meditation, chanting, delicious food, and so much more!
You’re invited, so please come and bring your friends. You will benefit no matter what your level of experience is. It’s perfectly beautiful
The Bahamas are very easy to travel to. Accommodations are comfortable and affordable. English is spoken & USA money is used. Passport is required.
9 CEU’s are offered for nurses, social workers, licensed mental health workers and counselors (NBCC).
What: Guided Imagery and Creative Visualization Course
Presenter: Julie Lusk, M.Ed., NCC. Author of Yoga Meditations, 30 Scripts for Relaxation, Imagery and Inner Healing, Wholesome Relaxation CD, Power of Presence CD, and many others.
Where: Sivananda Yoga Retreat, Paradise Island, Bahamas (easy cab ride from Nassau Airport)
When: May 24-26, 2013 – Check here for more times, places and dates.
Click here for details and registration info.
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas Yoga poem
‘Twas the time at the Yuletide,
and in the yoga place,
not a muscle was moving, it was filled with grace.
The mats were lined up, on the floor with care,
in hopes that sweet relaxation would soon be there.
The students relaxed, all snug on their mats,
while life hurried by, like crazy cats.
Everybody began moving, this way and that.
“Now Tadasana! Now Chandrasana! Virabhadrasana & Bridge!
On Cobra! On Bow! On Locust and Fish!
To the top of your head! And the bottom of your heart!
Now breathe away! Breathe away!
And please don’t fart!”
When up in my brain there arose such a clatter,
I fell out of my posture, to worsen the matter,
When what to my wandering mind should appear,
but a big plate of chocolate, and a six-pack of cheer!
Details Chakra Chart
Finally! It’s all in one place. This Chakra Chart is complete.
Finally! A complete Chakra Chart with all the chakra names, locations, colors, sounds, yoga postures, breathing techniques, psychological & energetic influences and more. There's handy tips for using the chart on the reverse side. It's 8 1/2 by 14" and laminated. CLICK on the blue title link above to find out more...
Learn all about the chakra names, locations, colors, sounds, crystals, yoga postures, breath work, goddess archetypes, psychological & energetic influences and more.
It’s laminated and 81/2″ by 14″ with information on both sides.
This chakra chart is handy and helpful!
Learn more about chakras here.
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How To use the chart for balancing your chakras.
Begin by familiarizing yourself with the chakra names, locations, and characteristics of each chakra. Here are some ideas for getting started.
- This Chakra Chart (C) is for personal use only and not duplication. Get your beautiful, laminated chart at http://WholesomeResources.com
Balanced Chakra Energy: Maintain balance with continued healthy attitudes, behaviors, emotions and appropriate yoga postures, breathing practices and activities.
Unbalanced Chakra Energy: Examine the chakra’s lessons, rights, responsibilities and challenges to determine what areas need improvement and make suitable changes. Practice the breathing practices, yoga postures and other healing activities and healthy behaviors. Set an intention and enhance it with the musical notes, instruments and crystals. Practice self-care and get competent help from others as needed. In addition:
Excessive Chakra Energy: Use the chakra’s balancing color. Chant or sing the vowel sounds to send and release excess energy. “Too much of a good thing” is harmful so decrease behaviors that are excessive.
Deficient Chakra Energy: Use the chakra’s emanating color. Chant or sing the bija mantra sounds to increase and attract energy.
The Chakra Chart was originally published in Yoga Meditations: Timeless Mind-Body Practices by Julie Lusk.
Sources include Anodea Judith, Jeff Migdow, Barbara Pritchard, Gene Jackson and Rosalyn Bruyere.
- Finally! A complete Chakra Chart with all the chakra names, locations, colors, sounds, yoga postures, breathing techniques, psychological & energetic influences and more. There's handy tips for using the chart on the reverse side. It's 8 1/2 by 14" and laminated. CLICK on the blue title link above to find out more...
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