Dec/Jan 2024 Aspire Magazine FULL Issue | Page 77

enjoy your life to the fullest . Try these on two successive nights , if you can , and see how wonderful you sleep and feel after taking this time for you .

Baths are time mostly spent for the purpose of relaxing and refreshing . As a society , we are generally deficient in what is referred to as yin energy in traditional Chinese medicine . We live in a yang society overall . One that is more focused on thinking and doing ( yang ) and less so on feeling and being ( yin ).

In the bath , we can simply be . We slow down so we can feel . We can build our yin energy which is the foundation for our immune systems , creativity , and more . Plus , we ’ re utilizing the massive power of intention and the plant world . So , immerse yourself today in the healing power of water and live your true radiance .

Mudras are described simply as yoga for your hands and are used during meditation to create specific results .

Fill the tub with pleasantly warm water . Add the following ingredients :

• 5 drops organic frankincense essential oil

• 5 drops organic ylang ylang essential oil

• 1 + tiger ’ s eye stone ( optional )

Frankincense : This oil is antimicrobial . On a spiritual level , it is at once opening and grounding . It helps us tap into our path to serve the highest good and live in joy . Ylang ylang : An exotic , relaxing oil , ylang ylang helps you surrender into feeling good so you can release all that prevents it . Tiger ’ s eye stone : Helps you release fear and anxiety to make space for better feeling thoughts and emotions .

Sit comfortably in the bath and feel the ingredients relax you . Now , you will use the Kali or Ksepana mudra to dispel fear and tension . In Sanskrit , the name of this mudra means “ to throw .” In this case , it means to throw away and clear obstacles to happiness . Interlace your fingers of both hands and place in front of the center of your chest . Cross your left thumb over your right thumb . Point your index fingers upward and fully extend them .

Breathe and feel the essence of the Hindu goddess Kali before you . She is powerful and benevolent and she will protect you in a way that is empowering so you can embody your massive inner strength and resilience . Sit this way and breathe deeply . Feel Kali dusting your aura and supporting you . Let go of all that does not serve you and step into your next level .

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