Ayurveda Meditation & Yoga

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Ever since the very early days of travel, Sri Lanka has been known as one of the worlds most beautiful and diverse exotic holiday destinations.
This is reflected in the many nicknames Sri Lanka has acquired over the centuries: Serendib, Ceylon, Teardrop of India, Resplendent Isle, Island of Dharma, Pearl of the Indian Ocean; just to name a few.

Yoga Sri Lanka

Yoga is a family of ancient Hindu spiritual practices that originated in India, where it remains a vibrant living tradition and is seen as a means to enlightenment. Our Sri Lanka Yoga Packages are in outstanding locations on Sri Lanka's South & West Coast, conducted by highly qualified Yoga teachers.

Yoga in Sri Lanka

Yoga is a family of ancient Hindu spiritual practices that originated in India, introduced to Sri Lanka centuries ago Yoga in Sri Lanka remains a vibrant living tradition and is seen as a means to enlightenment. Karma Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Jnana Yoga, and Raja Yoga, are considered the four main yogas, but there are many other types. In other parts of the world where yoga is popular, notably the West, Yoga has become associated with the asanas (postures) of Hatha Yoga, which are popular as fitness exercises.

For the average person still far from enlightenment, Yoga can be a way of increasing one's spiritual awareness, or cultivating compassion and insight.

While the history of Yoga strongly connects it with Hinduism, proponents claim that Yoga is not a religion itself, but contains practical steps which can benefit people of all religions, as well as those who do not consider themselves religious.

The first full description of the principles and goals of yoga are found in the Upanisads, thought to have been composed between the eighth and fourth centuries BC. The Upanisads are also called Vedanta since they constitute the end or conclusion of the Vedas (the traditional body of spiritual wisdom). In the Upanisads, the older practices of offering sacrifices and ceremonies to appease external gods gives way instead to a new understanding that man can, by means of an inner sacrifice, become one with the Supreme Being (referred to as Brāhman or Māhātman) -- through moral culture, restraint and training of the mind.

Basic Sitting Positions

Correct Position.
The most important aspect of sitting is to find the most appropriate pose depending on the physical challenges of the person. Although, some exercises can be performed better in one position over another, there are always variations that can be done instead. You need to start simple and build up from there.

Sukasana Or Easy Pose
Easy Pose is one of the most commonly used of the sitting poses. This is done sitting by on the buttocks, crossing the legs, and keeping the spine straight. It doesn’t matter which leg you choose to place underneath.

Vajrasana Or Rock Pose
This is called “rock pose” because it said that when you master this sitting pose you will be able to digest a rock. This is done by sitting on the heels, pressing on the buttocks nerves, and keeping the spine straight

Siddhasana Or Perfect Pose
This wonderful sitting pose benefits the nervous system and directs sexual energy. This is done by bending the left leg and placing the left foot on the spot between the sex organ and the rectum. Next bend the right leg on top placing the toes on the back of the left knee.

Lotus Pose (Full Lotus)
Most people have heard about “lotus pose”. This may be due to its beautiful name and mysticism that comes from the lotus flower.

Half Lotus
This sitting pose is a moderate variation of the full “lotus pose”. There are two options; bend one leg and place the foot of the bent leg on top of the opposite thigh. The other leg bends, bringing the heel towards the buttocks, or sitting on the heel of the other leg. As in all the sitting poses, keeping the spine straight is key to good posture. It doesn’t matter which leg you choose to place on top of the opposite thigh. You can practice with both.

Sitting In A Chair
This pose is just as good as any other one and is normally used when other poses are too physically challenging. However, this pose may be too comfortable! You must remain alert, and choose a good chair to sit in. A firm chair with a straight back to support your spine will work just fine. This is done by sitting on a chair with both feet flat on the floor, and the spine straight.

Bound Lotus
This may be one of the most physical challenging sitting poses, which is why it is advisable to build up slowly. This pose is done by sitting in full lotus pose, bringing your leg on top of the opposite thigh as high as possible, and grabbing with the right hand the right foot, and with the left hand the left foot.

Thirty Degree Slant
This sitting pose creates some pressure at the third eye and at the four lumbar vertebrae. It is done by sitting on the buttocks in easy pose or full lotus pose leaving the eyes semi open for meditation. Lean back 30 degrees, different from slump back, maintaining the spine straight.

Lion Pose
Good for problems with the teeth, tongue, jaw, or sore throat. When emulating the sound of a Lion, the three bhandas are linked and eyesight is improved.

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Ayurveda / Wellness in Sri Lanka

Ayurveda is a health system that has been practiced in Sri Lanka since the beginning of time. Relying solely on natural medicine, Ayurveda is not only used for medical purposes but as well for Wellness & Relaxation.

Ayurveda Meditation & Yoga

Whether it is Ayurveda, Meditation or Yoga, they are all parts of the Science of the East. and it comes with a total solution offer of healing not just of the body but of the mind and soul too. Come experience the magic of the eastern way of life.

What is it?

Ayurveda" is not just a form of medication that locals swear by, it is a total way of life known to generations of Sri Lankans for over 3000 years. It is a gentle method of treating the root cause of illness of both mind and body.

Ayurveda comes from two conjoined Sanskrit words "Ayuh" (life) and "Veda" (science or knowledge). It is a science of healthy living, and has two aims, to preserve health and to cure a body afflicted by disease.

This holistic form of therapy utilizes the diet, herbs, oils, animal products, yoga and meditation to heal and rejuvenate both the body and mind. Ayurveda believes the life forces, or doshas, of an individual must be balanced for good health.

What can Ayurveda do?
Ayurvedic practitioners study the patient with the object of restoring balance, getting to the root of the problem and treating that. Local folk have been known to say that while western medicine classifies germs and attempts to destroy them, Ayurveda classifies human beings and attempts to save them.

Although Ayurveda can be enjoyed casually for its toning massages and herbal baths, it has a series of intense treatments that take over a period of weeks or even months and produce remarkable results. Ayurveda makes use of the island's natural resources like herbs, leaves, flowers, barks, roots and berries and uses them to cleanse the blood and the body of impurities.

It is claimed that many conditions can be alleviated or cured by Ayurveda, including arthritis, migraine, exhaustion, high blood pressure, depression, cystitis, asthma, nicotine and heroin addiction.

Treatments
There are several methods of treatment used. Head to toe massages are said to remove impurities, relax the nerves and invigorate the lymphatic and immune systems. Dripping warm oil on the forehead is said to reduce tension and cure insomnia, while various herbal steam baths open the pores to dispose of toxins for inner harmony. This all-natural experience is truly serene and rejuvenating for both the mind and the body.

Meditation is the attainment of a deeply relaxed state of mind and body. One's rate of metabolism is said to slow down causing the release of anxiety, stress and even pain control. Breathing exercises, repeating mantras, and sitting in silence helps relax the mind and reduce focus on the stressful situations that surround us. Meditation is a component of serious Ayurvedic treatment that helps bring harmony to the mind and body.

Ayurveda Meditation & Yoga

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