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12 Types Of Pain That Are Linked To Emotional States

Several psychologists have suggested that emotions have a massive say behind may chronic pain types. Dr. Susan babel, a psychologist who has specialized in trauma-induced depression, concludes that chronic pain might not result only by physical injuries but also by stress and mental issues.

“PHYSICAL PAIN FUNCTIONS TO WARN A PERSON THAT THERE IS STILL EMOTIONAL WORK TO BE DONE.”

Explained below are the 12 different types of chronic pains and how certain emotional states could give rise to them:

1. Head

This might be familiar to most of you other there. Headaches and migraine issues can result from extensive stress of your everyday life. People with chronic headaches need to take care of their stress levels, and by that I mean, give some time for themselves on a daily basis. Work on yourself and work on flushing out the extra stress or burden.

2. Neck

Contrary to popular sentiments, neck pain does not always mean your kids are driving you nuts. Many psychologits believe that people suffering from neck pains need to forgive more. Makes sense? It may be forgiving someone around you or even forgiving your own self. The best way to add more forgiveness to your feelings is to think more about the things you love in yourself and in others.

3. Shoulders

Shoulder pain may be a symptom of someone lifting a heavy emotional burden. Basically, they are “shouldering” more than their shoulders can shoulder. Try to figure out solutions to the problems around you instead of sitting back and hoping that something happens. The more quick you act, and the more quickly your tackle your issues, the less emotional burden there will be on your shoulders. To ease the pain and burden, talk more to family and loved ones and share the load.

4. Upper Back

Upper back pains could result from lack of emotional support and motivation. If you’re having back pain, you may not be feeling appreciated or you may be holding back certain feelings, particularly of affection. If you are already in a relationship, talk it out. If you are single, then its time to mingle!

5. Lower Back

This type of chronic pain usually constutes to someone enduring financial issues. Focus on managing your monthly income better or just simply hire a financial-planner. If you want a pay-rise, let out your feelings to your boss. If you’re not satisfied with your job, trust yourself and look for options elsewhere.

6. Arms and Elbows

Arm and elbow pain may result from a lack of general flexibility. You may not be very supportive of the natural changes occurring in your lives. Try going with the rest of the party, try being more easy and acceptable to the possible changes around you. Change is always good from time to time, attempting to fight it almost certainly means trouble.

7. Hands

Pain in the hands means your social circle isn’t the most crowded. Try reaching out for new friends or even take your colleagues out for a picnic. Most importantly, spend more time exploring and meeting new people.

8. Hips

The fear of moving on and changing could lead to hip pains. Dont be afraid to change and move on, because its for a better you! Moreover, once you make a choice, do not regret it. There are pros and cons of every choice out there, so learn to stay happy and content with yours.

9. Knees

Knee pains may happen to people who think too highly of themselves. Pride and self-confidence are good things, but if limited to adequate levels. You need to realize that no human is entirely perfect or entirely imperfect. Learn to keep others where you keep yourself, because all of us are going to rest in the same grave upon kicking the bucket.

10. Calves

Emotional tension, particularly jealous can lead to Calf pain. Be the better person and learn to tackle things that make you jealous. Dump jealous and envy out of your lives, because the only thing it is going to add to your life is extra stress and tension.

11. Ankles

Living a boring life and having ankle pains at the same time? That doesn’t lack much sense. You need to add more spice to your lives. Take proper time everyday to pamper yourself or simply upgrade your love life. Go out and indulge a bit!

12. Feet

An overload of depression can lead to foot pain. Beating depression is easier said that done, but there are some good methods one can implement to post a hefty challenge. Adopt a pet, make new friends or simply try a new hobby. Try to find and do things that give you joy.

Source and courtesy :top4homeremedies.com

11 Ways to Increase Healthy Ojas

Article from http://svasthaayurveda.com/

Ojas is the biological energy that represents the most subtlest form of Kapha dosha and the water element of the body.  This vital essence plays a direct role in our energy, strength, immunity, libido and vitality.  Therefore if we are lacking in any of these areas, it is likely that the Ojas in the body may be depleted or disturbed.  Healthy Ojas is needed in the body to reduce signs of aging and protect against disease.  A person with “good” Ojas, tends to have a healthy, luminous glow.  They are patient, compassionate and rarely become sick. 

What is Ojas?

Ojas is the culmination of the pure essence of the 7 vital tissues (dhatu) in the body.  It is formed during the biosynthesis of these tissues and represents the albumin (protein in the plasma), globulin (protein in the blood) and many essential hormones and neurotransmitters.  Although Ojas plays a major role in the immune system, it also relates to the endocrine, nervous, skeletal, muscular, hematopoietic (bone marrow, spleen, lymph) and digestive systems; and therefore plays a vital role in our overall health.

A major function of Ojas is to maintain the 7 vital tissues, the 3 main forms of elimination (urine, feces, sweat) and the 3 doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha).  If we are able to maintain healthy Ojas in our system, then we are able to keep balance in all of these areas, keeping the energies flowing freely, avoiding stagnation in the channels and resisting decay and disease. 

Common Causes of Low Ojas:

• Physical trauma (i.e. car accident, injury)
• Emotional trauma (i.e. break-up, loss of a loved one)
• Poor sleep habits
• Selfishness
• Nervousness
• Anger
• Stress
• Overworking
• Excessive orgasms
• Chronic diseases such as diabetes, asthma, arthritis, cancer, TB and ulcerative colitis
• Chronic pain
• Resistance to “what is”
• Excessive travel
• High Vata in the system
• Aging (50+)

How to Increase Healthy Ojas:

1. Meditation. 

Letting go of the constrictions in the mind and processing through our thoughts, feelings and emotions is a powerful way to boost healthy Ojas in the system.  Ojas is Awareness and by increasing our consciousness through meditation, we simultaneously increase our Ojas.  Each night before bed, take 10-20 minutes to sit in a peaceful, comfortable seat; quiet the mind, let your thoughts come in and gently send them on their way.  If the mind gets restless, come back to the breath and focus on the inhale and exhale.    

2. Eat Ojas increasing foods.  

Eating a diet rich in Ojas-increasing foods is a great way to promote healthy Ojas in the body.  Here is a list of some powerful Ojas building food choices: 

• Ghee
• Dates
• Almonds
• Cashews
• Pumpkin seeds
• Sesame seeds
• Tahini
• Avocado
• Healthy oils such as coconut, olive, sesame and almond
• Coconut meat, coconut water, coconut milk
• Organic, whole milk (warmed and spiced)
• Whole grains (brown rice, buckwheat groats, oats, whole wheat…)
• Figs
• Raisons
• Sweet, juicy fruits such as peaches and mangos
• High anti-oxidants foods such as blueberries, cacao and beets
• Sweet potato
• Rice pudding
• Bone marrow broths

Ojas increasing recipes:

• Energizing Sweet Potato and Chia Seed Smoothie
• Ojas Increasing Oatmeal
• Golden Turmeric Milk
• Rejuvenating Ojas Drink
• Homemade Ghee Recipe   

3. Reduce overall stress. 

Reducing the stress in your life is an essential way to obtain healthy Ojas in the body.  Make sure that you are not overworking and exhausting yourself.  Make sure to keep good, positive company and reduce negativity and conflict in your daily life.  Find healthy outlets to utilize on a daily basis such as Yoga, meditation, pranayama, music, art, nature, family, friends, healthy hobbies and exercise. 

4. Avoid excessive sex. 

Ojas is a strong factor in our sexual potency.  Abusing, misusing or exhausting our vital sexual energy is a common way of depleting the Ojas in the system.  Instead, keeping control over this sacred energy and utilizing it in a healthy manner will preserve our Ojas and preserve our vitality.  According to the texts, Vata types are supposed to enjoy sexual intercourse only 1-2 times a month, Pitta types 3-4 times and Kapha types 4-5 times per month.  If you have depleted Ojas to begin with however, it is best to save your sexual energy for only 1-2 times a month, no matter which dosha type you may be.            

5. Abhyanga self-oil massage. 

A warm, gentle self-oil massage at the end of the night is a great way to build the Ojas while nurturing the body, mind and soul.  If you have depleted Ojas, there is a good chance that the Vata is also high, so using a warm sesame oil or Vata Massag Oil may be even more powerful.  Begin with the head and work your way slowly down to the feet.  If you are short for time, just massaging the scalp, forehead and feet can be very effective as well.  Click here for full instructions on the Abhyanga Self-Oil Massage.      

6. Gentle Yoga. 

Gentle Yoga is a nourishing way to relieve stress, reduce constrictions and promote free flowing energy in the body; all of which will increase healthy Ojas in the body.  Taking a restorative Yoga, Yin Yoga or any slow moving, gentle Yoga class 1-2 times each week will be a great compliment to your Ojas-building routine.      

7. Gentle exercise. 

Incorporating a healthy, gentle and consistent exercise routine into your daily life is a great way to promote healthy Ojas.  This can be a simple walk in the fresh air each day, a gentle hike in nature or a nice swim are all great options.  Just keep it relaxed, consistent and enjoyable.

8. Deep breathing. 

As mentioned before, constriction is a leading cause of depleted Ojas.  Therefore, taking the time to take some deep breaths each day is an excellent and efficient way to increase our Ojas and our vitality.   Each morning, take a comfortable seat and take 10 deep belly breaths making them long, smooth and steady.  Focus the mind on the elongated inhale and exhale, and notice the slight pause in between.  Repeat this practice before bed as well for best results.   

9. Practice surrendering to what life hands us. 

Dr Vasant Lad states very clearly that a major cause of depleted Ojas is saying “No” to what is.  Saying “No” causes resistance and constriction, and these feelings disrupt Ojas.  Therefore, practicing surrendering and accepting what is can be a powerful way to increase our health and longevity.  As Dr. Lad so beautifully states: “The trees say “Yes” to every season.  When Spring comes, they say “Yes” and they flower.  When summer comes, they say “Yes” and they become dry and thirsty.  When Fall comes, they say “Yes”, change color and drop their leaves.”  Be like the tree!

10. Promote positivity in your life. 

Increase the positive energy in your life and increase your Ojas.  Some simple ways to increase the positive energy are by keeping good company and surrounding yourself with positive, loving, compassionate people.  Keep positive thoughts even, and especially, when times get hard.  Positive energy promotes positive energy and this promotes healthy Ojas.  

11. Ojas increasing herbs. 

Herbs can be an amazing compliment to these other Ojas increasing practices.  Here are some of the most powerful Ojas-enhancing herbs in the Ayurvedic pharmacopeia:

• Bala
• Triphala
• Ashwagandha
• Shatavari
• Punarnava
• Bhringaraj
• Brahmi
• Shilajit
• Shanka Pushpi
• Pippali
• Yesthi Madhura (Licorice)
• Vidari
• Kapi Kachu (Atma Gupta)
• Gokshura
• Jatamansi
• Ginger

***Taking these herbs with ghee and honey will increase their Ojas increasing properties even further!

A Miracle of Your Life :: Breath...

THE 30 SECOND MINDFULNESS 

PRACTICE THAT WILL CHANGE 

YOUR LIFE

Mindfulness practice has been gaining steam as a popular school 
routine, as many studies show that it can not only improve 
concentration, but also attendance, behavior, memory and overall 
well-being in our children.It seems that being presently aware comes 
more easily to children than adults, as well.

The easiest technique often first introduced to children has a basis
in physiology. They are taught about the amygdala, a small area of
our mid brain responsible for sensing when we experience stress.

It responds appropriately with the all-important ‘fight or flight’ response
to stressful situations.

This evolutionary adaptation was probably originally utilized mainly
in life or death situations, however the amygdala does not differentiate
between an argument, a stressful test,  or being chased by a predator.
What it knows is a feeling of danger, and reacts by blocking the prefrontal
cortex, responsible for thinking logically.

However, we do not live in a world where we are chased by predators
(usually), so when  we experience stress, we typically want more options
than fight or flight.

So, what mindfulness tool can we employ to regain access to the higher
reasoning prefrontal cortex that our amygdala so efficiently blocks
(for your safety, of course) when we get stressed out?

It’s simple: breathe.

When you breathe deeply, your brain is flooded with oxygen. this signals
to your amygdala that it’s safe to calm down. Whenever you experience
stress, the simplest way to diffuse that is to stop what you’re doing and
take several deep breaths with slow exhales.

It’s obvious that this diffuses stress to anyone mindful enough to employ
this simple tactic.  Do yourself a favor: the next time you experience the
racing heart and rising blood pressure that are the hallmarks of stress,
remember your little amygdala, and breathe.

It could change your life!

source and courtesy: thespiritscience.net

Meditation

Meditation is just be yourself..

Hope

Meditation is not concentration ... from the book by Osho..

MEDITATION is not concentration. In concentration there is a self concentrating and there is an object being concentrated upon. There is duality. In meditation there is nobody inside and nothing outside. It is not concentration . There is no division between the in and the out. The in goes on flowing into the out, the out goes on flowing into the in. The demarcation, the boundary, the border, no longer exists. The in is out, the out is in; it is a no-dual consciousness.

Concentration is a dual consciousness; that's why concentration creates tiredness; that's why when you concentrate you feel exhausted. And you cannot concentrate for twenty-four hours, you will have to take holidays to rest. Concentration can never become your nature. Meditation does not tire, meditation does not exahaust you. Meditation can become a twenty-four hour thing - day in, day out, year in, year out. It can become eternity. It is relaxation itself.

Concentration is an act, a willed act. Meditation is a state of no will, a state of inaction. It is relaxation. One has simply dropped into one's own being, and that being is the same as the being of All. In Concentration the mind functions out of a conclusion: you are doing something. Concentration comes out of the past. In meditation there is no conclusion behind it. You are not doing anything in particular, you are simply being. It has no past to it, it is pure of all future, It what Lao Tzu has called wei-wu-wei, action through inaction. It is what Zen masters have been saying: Sitting silently doing nothing, the spring comes and the grass grows by itself. Remember, 'by itself - nothing is being done. You are not pulling the grass upwards; the spring comes and the grass grows by itself. That state - when you allow life to go on its own way. When you don't want to give any control to it, when you are not manipulating, when you are not enforcing any discipline on it - that state of pure undisciplined spontaneity, is what meditation is. 

Meditation is in the present, pure present. Meditation is immediacy. You cannot meditate, you can be in meditation. You cannot be in concentration, but you can concentrate. Concentration is human, meditation is divine.