27 Saturday Apr 2019
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The wise ones tell me that happiness comes from inside.
And one of the ways to make it come out is by doing.
Doing one thing that makes you happy right now.
Shift focus and execute. Get your happy on!
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25 Monday Mar 2019
Posted in Energy Healing, Healing, Health & Wellness
Alternative therapies, also known as complementary medicine refer to a range of health care practices, medicines and systems that are not part of conventional or allopathic medicine. 100% natural these practices have been culled down the centuries by practitioners the world over. And are becoming increasingly popular among people for their range of benefits.
Alternative therapies include herbal supplements, mind, body, soul practices, meditation, chiropractic and acupressure methods and massage. Gentler in application, results are slower but surer with the least amount of side effects.
Alternative therapy can be considered alongside with conventional medicine when:
Alternative therapy believes in choice and the healing powers of nature. Slow but sure they provide gentler, safer therapy and work very well alongside conventional medicine. As with all healing practices it is best to inform your doctor and your alternative healer of your ailment and your medication.
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22 Friday Mar 2019
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All of us have had days where we get simply exhausted by life’s demands. It could be the workplace. The kids. The responsibilities that pile up. And it begins to show in the way we feel, behave or think. Our bodies start giving us signals that we’ve had enough and if we don’t pay attention to the red flags, we could end up ill or in a meltdown. And for those of us who tend to put the needs of others before ourselves, or work ourselves to the point of sheer exhaustion, reaching the breakdown/burnout point is the point where we HAVE to help ourselves. And deep in our hearts we all know very well we should have paid attention to the symptoms earlier.
Common Symptoms
Here’s what to do if you’ve reached the absolute breaking point.
Don’t wait for your body to burnout with the stress, taking remedial steps as an sos measure. Self care is the most important inside job we need to do if we want to survive and thrive in today’s world.
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17 Sunday Mar 2019
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Bringing up a hyperactive child can be difficult. Not only is it tiring to handle a child with so much energy, it can also be frustrating to understand their moods. Nothing seems to hold their attention for too long and their emotional outbursts can be draining out for the parent. Alternative healing offers certain remedies to bring about calmness and reduce the feelings of frustration and stress in both the parent and child.
Deep breathing
This is a highly effective technique that immediately calms one down. Teach your child to breathe deeply when they’re beginning to get frustrated and restless. If you find yourself getting irritated, practice deep breathing.
Reiki Healing
Completely natural and safe, reiki healing involves directing pure, positive energy to the ailment be it physical, emotional or mental. With time reiki healing helps soothe the agitation and restlessness, bringing back the child’s energies into balance.
Massage
Gently rub in lavender infused massage oils into your child’s temples or shoulders. Lavender has a calming effect and helps release the stress. Besides, the bond between the parent and child grows.
Bath salts
Scented bath salts like lavender, jasmine and sandalwood are good cleansers and help remove toxins from the body. A few teaspoons mixed in a tub of water will help a hyperactive child relax considerably.
Natural light
Studies have revealed that children who spend more time indoors or in artificial lighting get bored and restless more than children who play outdoors daily. Ensure your child is getting enough physical exercise outdoors on a daily basis. While playing indoors ensure he or she receives adequate sunlight in the room.
Pastel colors
Bright red, orange and yellow are stimulating colors. Studies indicate too much red in the wardrobe or on the walls and bed linen raise the blood pressure levels and subsequently stress levels and aggression. Pastel colors like sky blue, light green, peach and baby pink soothe the child and work towards bringing the body’s energies back to balance.
Healing crystals
Moonstone, blue lace agate and even rose quartz are the gentle soothers of crystal healing. Moonstone in particular brings a sense of calm and clarity and can reduce impulsiveness which may be destructive.
While blue lace agate reduces anger and rose quartz brings in a sense of loving kindness towards oneself and others around.
Hyperactive children don’t need our raised voices. They need our love, understanding and willingness to work for greater peace.
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13 Wednesday Mar 2019
Posted in Healing, Health & Wellness, Mita Bhan Writings, Nature
Did you know the sound of water is therapeutic?
Sitting by the ocean listening to the sound of the waves.
Raindrops on your window pane.
The gentle melodies of a waterfall.
The babbling of a stream.
Simply listening for a few minutes helps bring our bodies back to balance and allows us to reconnect with our inner essence. Regardless of how technically advanced the world is becoming we still need to connect with the source of Nature. Listening to the sound of running water has been proven to be an extremely effective way to detach, de-stress and find our own sense of harmony. Our brains respond to the sounds within minutes and if it’s not possible to get to a natural water body, the effect is the same with a recording or by bringing a small water fountain in your office or home.
Science too has proven that the human brain enjoys the power of relaxation brought upon by the sounds of Nature in real time or in a recording. The sounds of flowing water relax the central nervous system and some studies have revealed that people who listen to the sounds of nature especially water, are more productive and focussed than others.
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So the next time you’ve had a sensory overload from listening to the sounds of traffic and construction, take out 5 minutes to listen to the sounds of water.
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11 Monday Mar 2019
Posted in Energy Healing, Healing, Health & Wellness, Mita Bhan Writings
A powerful anti bacterial agent, camphor crystals have been used for years to purify spaces and usher in positive energy. Extracted from the Cinammom Camphora tree, these fragrant white crystals are used during religious ceremonies. Camphor also has a number of medicinal properties including relief from joint pain, skin allergies and most popularly as a decongestant. The perfect way to soothe and heal mind, body and soul issues, here are a few times when you can burn camphor at home.
As with all healing aides, camphor is best used in moderation. For medical ailments, do make sure it’s used under medical supervision. Never overdo things and ensure you wash your hands after use. Avoid ingesting camphor and do keep it away from the reach of small children. Camphor crystals and essential oils are easily available online and are fairly reasonably priced.
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20 Wednesday Feb 2019
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Cloudy days are the most challenging for many a mind. Cold, damp, places with no sunshine. The only source of light being the glistening cobwebs smirking in your face.
Sometimes our auras begin to merge with the cloudiness around us. We become unrecognisable in our spell of sadness. Some of us wake up with a sense of heaviness. Some discover the heaviness when we return home in the evenings. And some alternate between states of sadness and coping. If you’ve been shocked by the brutalites of man while watching the news, totally tired out by the silly games people play at the boardroom or totally put off by someone’s actions you could have a cloudy aura. Other symptoms could include forgetfulness, drowsiness, state of sinking.
The point is NOT to stay in the cloudy state. NOR let it get to you. Cloudy auras are not our normal states. And it takes only a few minutes to brush away the greyness with a few alternative remedies.
Here are a few time tested techniques to bring back clarity and positivity:
1. Play uplifting music and just listen.
2. Burn Sandalwood (essential oils, incense or candles). Smudge yourself with sage.
3. Indulge in a salt bath. The minerals in bath salts or epsom salts detoxify the body, reduce stress and even help in weight loss.
4. Remember the Sun will come out.
Cloudiness can be termed as a temporary state of depression. If it is chronic or the symptoms worsen please visit your doctor.
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14 Thursday Feb 2019
Posted in Colour Healing, Healing, Love, Mita Bhan Writings
Do you also go through a phase where you’re only drawn to a particular colour? I do. And for the past 2-3 years one of my favourite colours is Fuschia or Magenta, a deep, vibrant pink that simply uplifts me. In colour therapy as well, this colour is known as the colour of universal love. Not as romantic and passionate as red, but softer, and in colour healing , magenta is used to bring out feelings of self love and compassion. Personal love is the gateway for universal love. The more I accept and love myself as I am with my flaws and contradictions, the more I learn to love others, as they are.
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11 Tuesday Sep 2018
Posted in Healing, Health & Wellness, Mita Bhan Writings
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Without even realizing it we get addicted to our own thoughts. We start believing them and end up living the thought. Especially negative ones. For me it’s “Oh I can’t lose weight” and I try all kinds of diets and exercise regimes and, well, I don’t lose a gram. Am I giving up too early? No. Am I not focussing on inch loss? No.
I’m simply feeding myself a negative thought. And the results are evident.
And like white sugar and refined flour, negative thought patterns are toxic. It’s time to replace them with superfoods. Superthoughts. Thoughts that are inherently positive, even if we don’t believe in their goodness at first, but sooner or later we do. Studies have revealed that if we repeat a positive thought to ourselves, it slowly embeds itself into our brain and eventually becomes our reality.
The key to detox is to pay attention to a self sabotaging thought pattern or a thought that’s not helping anyone. The minute you find yourself thinking “Oh I can never lose weight” immediately replace it with “Losing weight is easy for me” At first it will sound fake, almost unreal but as your brain starts hearing it over and over again. It will happen with a few weeks of conscious practice. Scientists say it takes 21 days of repeated effort for something to become a practice. And the results are beginning to trickle in. I’ve lost a kilogram!
Tips for Detox
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30 Monday Jul 2018
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