The Sanskrit name for the 7th chakra is “Sahasrara”, meaning “thousandfold.” The 7th chakra is represented by a 1000-petaled lotus, which symbolizes the infinite nature of this chakra, connecting us with the Divine.

The 7th chakra is located at the crown of the head and serves as the crown of the entire chakra system, symbolizing the highest state of enlightenment. The function of the 7th chakra is connection with the infinite. In art, Christ is depicted with a halo around his head. This could represent the awakened spirituality of the 7th chakra.

The element of the 7th chakra is thought/cosmic consciousness. The mind creates our belief systems that control our thoughts and actions.

Gland/part of body associated with the 7th chakra:

• Pineal gland, upper brain

The 7th chakra is sometimes associated with the color violet, but it is usually referred to as the color white, a combination of all colors. This is in line with the chakra also being a culmination of all the other chakras.

Excessiveness in the 7th chakra appears as being overly intellectual.

Deficient energy manifests as difficulty thinking for yourself, apathy, spiritual skepticism and materialism.

Meditation is the yogic practice best for the 7th chakra. Meditation clears and quiets the mind, in preparation for experiencing the Divine.

Unfortunately these two words tend to describe the generally selfish and materialistic culture in which most of us live. They result not in self-help but in dependency. Our education and our role models do not encourage us to help ourselves to grow, change and expand our capacities as human beings. Real self-help means recognising that no one else is responsible for our thoughts and feelings, and that we are only ever victims because we choose to be. Our destiny is always and only in our own hands - despite all apparent evidence which may indicate otherwise. Learning to help ourselves is also a prerequisite to extending a hand of assistance to others. We all need a leg up from time to time, but once there, we are always on our own.

Yum Yum Yum! I made the best fruit salad today and had to share the yumminess!

1- banana

1-apple

1-pear

1/2 of a mango

5- strawberries

1/2 cup of shredded coconut

1/4 cup of broken up cashews

1/4 cup or less of flax seeds

1 TBSP cinnamon

1/2 can of coconut milk

-Cut all the fruit  up in little chunks.  Mix half of the coconut milk can ( the thick part is best ) with coconut flakes and cinnamon.  Add cashews to this and fruit. Mix all together and enjoy! It is an organic tropical love!!!

Power On

Each day we all need to recharge our spiritual battery, otherwise the light of our consciousness becomes dim, thoughts become fuzzy, and decisions are impregnated with doubt. Power is available inside and outside. Inside us we have a spiritual centre, at the core of our consciousness, pure radiant spiritual light. This is what we are. However it is now blocked by our attachments, the record of all our life experiences and many learned beliefs and perceptions. Outside us we have the sun of spirit, the source, invisible to our physical eyes but only one second away when we are able to quieten and focus our mind. Meditation connects us to both sources of power - that’s why meditation is the way to access the real vitamins and the minerals that spirit craves. The vitamin of pure love and the minerals of truth and wisdom.

Take time to empower yourself today.

 Sit quietly and connect your mind to each source and allow yourself to recharge and renew.

Sunday, April 12, 4:30 pm

 Vinyasa  Class

 Red Lotus Society 

540 3rd Avenue, San Diego, CA 

 (858) 922-8811

Tonight~ Vinyasa Fit Class at 6pm- Yoga Well

Vinyasa Fit:

Beginning with a meditation, setting your intention for your practice, this class is designed to take you past your comfort level and reconnect you to the core! This is a strengthening core workout and for those looking to become more aligned and alive! You will build up a sweat! This class is 60 minutes.

Hope to see you tonight and every Wednesday at 6pm!

Yoga Well

Suite 240, 2333 camino del Rio South

 San Diego, CA‎ - (619) 460-7080‎

Spring is here and artichokes are in season! Artichokes are packed with antioxidants! They are the highest in antioxidant levels amongst the best of the best. Artichokes beat blueberries, chocolate and even wine! These prickly vegatables are a best in Spring and are so easy to prepare.

Here is a simple recipe for a wealth of health!

Grilled Garlic Artichokes (Vegan & Organic)

DIRECTIONS

1. Fill a large bowl with cold water. Squeeze the juice from one lemon wedge into the water. Trim the tops from the artichokes, then cut in half lengthwise, and place halves into the bowl of lemon water to prevent them from turning brown.
2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Meanwhile, preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat.
3. Add artichokes to boiling water, and cook for about 15 minutes. Drain. Squeeze the remaining lemon wedges into a medium bowl. Stir in the olive oil and garlic, and season with salt and pepper.
4. Brush the artichokes with a coating of the garlic dip, and place them on the preheated grill. Grill the artichokes for 5 to 10 minutes, basting with dip and turning frequently, until the tips are a little charred. Serve immediately with the remaining dip.

To create the future we desire and need a spiritual language; we must speak from the heart and in the language of the soul - a language of trust, faith and higher values, of inner growth, love and listening.

Vinyasa, विन्यास, in Sanskrit, is a style of yoga that links the body with the breath. To break down Vinyasa in Sanskrit, nyasa means “to place”, and vi means “in a special way.” In Vinyasa practice, we are placing the breath and body in a special way to connect our mind, body and soul. Vinyasa practice derives from Ashtanga fundamentals and Sri K. Pattabhi Jois teachings. Practice normally contains Sury Namaskar A, or Sun A, and flows through asanas, poses, using pranayama, breath, as the foundation of the flow.

Here is a video demonstrating Sury Namaskar A, Sun A.

Seasonal diets are SO FRESH!!! Imagine, harvesting a vegetable or fruit and eating it in its’ peak of nutrition. Vitamin rich and organic~ SO FRESH!!! Eat Well Guide’s Vegetable Calender can provide you with the freshest produce around! Just enter your state and sort through all the organic vegetables to see which are in season. You can even find the farms in your area that grow your favorite freshies! Shopping local ensures freshness, helps the local economy, and helps the environment.

Go local, organic and fresh!

 You can find more info here about state to state breakdown.

Enjoy the finest quality of life! Go Organic!!