How Reiki Works

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• Soothe a Sore Throat: Ayurvedic and herbal remedies...

• Reiki: How it works...

• Yoga Flow: Relax at night...

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Ways to Soothe a Sore Throat

Ease pain, irritation, scratchiness, and swelling— no OTC meds required.

AYURVEDA

To ease minor sore throat pain or discomfort, try these time-tested Ayurvedic remedies. Salt Water Gargle Gargling with warm salt water is a cheap, easy, and reliable way to loosen up and remove stubborn, irritating mucus. It also helps wash away germs, bacteria, pollutants, and other immune agitators.Dissolve ¼–½ teaspoon organic rock salt or Himalayan pink salt into 8 ounces of warm water. Gargle for about 30 seconds, then spit. Keep gargling until you’ve emptied the cup. Repeat 3–4 times per day until symptoms subside. Add ½ teaspoon of organic turmeric powder to the water for an extra antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic boost.

Soothing Spray Herbal throat sprays can provide fast and lasting relief. Look for one containing slippery elm or licorice (to lubricate a dry, scratchy throat), turmeric or echinacea (for immune support), and clove or ginger (to clear excess phlegm).

HERBS

When illness or allergies strike, you want to feel better ASAP. Herbal teas and gargles can provide quick, soothing, all-natural relief from throat pain and irritation.

Sage The aromatic herb’s anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antibacterial properties help it calm a raw, red throat and heal bacterial infections such as strep. Mix 2–4 fresh sage leaves (or a teaspoon of dried), a squeeze of lemon, and a teaspoon of honey in a cup of hot water. Steep for several minutes. Drink this blend warm as tea, or let it cool and use it as a gargle.

Marshmallow Root and Slippery Elm Bark These plants are demulcents—soothing agents that protect mucous membranes and relieve irritation—that also combat inflammation. Stir a teaspoon of each of the powdered marshmallows and powdered elm bark into a cup of hot water or make a quart at a time and drink as needed.

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The black walls and dimmed lights of the practice room are designed to bring a hushed calm to students. Also, the lack of mirrors is intended to allow students to journey inward rather than focus outward, explains Alexander. The décor at the studio includes crystal singing bowls, each with a different frequency to align the various chakras. At home, you can find a 40 Hz playlist, turn your favorite music down low, or consider silence. Just let yourself be

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HOW REIKI WORKS

Reiki was developed in Japan in the 1920s as a means to bring energetic balance to the body. The practice is based on the ancient premise that everything is, in essence, energy. There are varying styles and lineages of Reiki, although the intention is the same for all: to channel energy wherever it is most needed. “A Reiki session is just a way to help remind an individual of that connection to source energy in whatever way the person needs it at that moment,”.

The body’s energy is referred to as various things in different cultures, including prana, qi, and ki. “Reiki” could be translated as life force energy.

Still, the question remained: Is remote Reiki active? The Center for Reiki Research, a nonprofit, is currently conducting studies on the effectiveness of remote Reiki. The most common assurance I could find online regarding the efficacy of the virtual practice of Reiki is that the transmission of energy is accessible across time and space.

A long-distance session is not much different from an in-person consultation in terms of energetics. In a typical remote Reiki session, the practitioner talks with the client by phone or video to discuss any concerns or questions and then asks the person to lie in a comfortable, quiet space. A practitioner sometimes remains present through a shared video call; other times, the duration of the work is done without communication. A one-hour virtual Reiki session typically costs $75 to $150.

A few of our friends tried this experience and they said they could feel physical and emotional shifts with Reiki when doing it remotely, however, we still recommend going to a trusted practitioner in person especially if it's your first time.

Relaxing Yoga Routine

At the end of your day, yoga is a great way to release your grasp on your agendas and open yourself to receive rest, nourishment, and restoration. These poses wind down the body physically and energetically, so you can truly practice the art of being.

1. Uttana Shishosana (Extended Puppy Pose0 With shoulder, stretch Start in Tabletop. Place your forearms on the mat with the palms flipped up toward the ceiling. Keeping your arms firmly planted, begin to walk your knees back until your arms are fully outstretched. Rest your forehead on the mat as you isometrically drag back on the forearms and keep the seat high. Let the day metaphorically slide off your back in this pose. Hold for 5 to 10 deep, slow breaths, or for as long as you’d like.

2 Parsva Balasana(Thread-the-Needle Pose): Return to Tabletop and find a neutral spine. On an inhale, lift the right arm high to the sky, opening the torso to the side while keeping your hips pointed down toward the mat. On the exhale, thread the right arm under the body, twisting the torso until the right shoulder and right side of your face touch the mat. Relax into the twist for 5 to 10 deep breaths, pressing down into the left hand to increase the intensity as you see fit. Repeat on the other side.

3 Pavanamuktasana (Wind-Relieving Pose): Lie on your back with your legs outstretched and your arms at your sides. On an exhale, draw the right knee into the chest, holding the leg close to your body with your hands wrapped around the knee or shin. Lift your head off the floor, bringing it as close to your right knee as you can. Hold the stretch for 5 to 10 breaths while breathing into the back body. When ready, release the right leg and repeat on the other side.

4 Supta Padangusthasana (Reclining Hand-to-Big-Toe Pose): variation From your back, extend the right leg into the air perpendicular to the floor, grasping behind the thigh with your hands. (If you can’t fully extend your right leg, bend at the knee while keeping the thighbone perpendicular to the floor.) Flex both feet and keep the sacrum grounded. Hold for 5 to 10 deep breaths, and then release the leg. Repeat on the other side.

5 Supta Matsyendrasana (Supine Twist From your back): exhale and draw the right knee into your chest; extend your right arm onto the floor at shoulder height while gently guiding the right knee across your body until your torso twists, keeping your shoulder blades pressing toward the floor. You might turn the gaze toward the right hand as you hold the pose for 5 to 10 deep breaths. Close your eyes, and turn your attention to the rhythmic flow of your breath; no matter how many different thoughts arise, keep returning to your breath. Use this to quiet the mind in preparation for a restful night of sleep. When you feel ready, complete the pose on the opposite side.

6 Sukhasana(Easy Pose):with meditation Come to a cross-legged seat on the front edge of a thickly folded blanket. Pull back your buttock flesh until it feels like you’re grounded through both sitting bones. Rest your palms gently on your knees or thighs. Close your eyes and bring your full attention to the breath. With each inhale, imagine that you’re calling back any of your power you may have unknowingly given away to others during the day. With each exhale, imagine that you’re breathing out whatever energies or attitudes no longer serve you. Stay with this meditation until you feel an inner sense of balance emerge.

Meme

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