This week begins a series to highlight some common herbs and how they can assist in healing or keeping the body in balance. Every other week, I'll focus on common herbs indigenous to this area, many
Mantra Yoga, also known as Japa Yoga, is the repetition of a mantra as a primary self-development technique. "Mantra" is a Sanskrit word originally defined as "a sacred sound or word or series of syl
The use of color and light in healing is very old. The healers of ancient Egypt, China, India and Tibet have used color in many of their healing practices. It's widely used today in modern medicine i
In Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine, the health of the colon is central to the health of the human being. Chinese medicine states that all disease begins there. Ayur-vedic medicine believes you are wha
"This is a course in miracles. It is a required course. Only the time you take it is voluntary. Free will does not mean that you can establish the curriculum. It means only that you can elect what yo
The Sanskirt word "Ayurveda" means the science or knowledge of life. In the science of Ayurveda, each person has a specific body constitution: Vata, Pitta and Kapha (see my previous article, issue of
The Sanskrit word "ayurveda" means the science or knowledge of life. The roots of Ayurvedic medicine, one of the oldest forms known to mankind, are in India and it's estimated to be between 5,000 and
This week you have the rare opportunity to experience the profound teachings of Don Miguel Ruiz at The Healing Summit, being held at the Sharonville Convention Center on Sunday.Ruiz was born in Mex
The Sage Patanjali, the Father of Yoga, discerned the eight steps or "limbs" of Yoga to achieve purification of the body and mind:· Social Behavior (Yamas): The five laws of the yamas are non-
In the West, the word "yoga" is associated with exercise. The literal meaning of the word is "joining" or "uniting." It defines the journey of the individual on the path to becoming part of a whole -
For thousands of years, essential oils have been prized by many cultures for their healing abilities. There's evidence dating back as far as 1500 BC that the Egyp-tians had a high success rate in tre
"Thou hast made me endless, such is thy pleasure. This frail vessel thou emptiest again and again, and fillest it ever with fresh life."-- Rabindranath TagoreBuddhists teach that emptiness is
One of the hardest tasks in healing -- whether it be in ourselves, in our relationships, in our communities or our world -- is forgiveness.Author and medical intuitive Caroline Myss stated, "All di
Have the holidays become stressful? Now's the time to take a break and catch your breath. Music can help to heal the tensions that come in this season of celebration. You might want to gift yourself
Since Sept. 11, many people have been seeking a stronger spiritual connection. If you're trying to find an appropriate gift of meaning for another or yourself, check out the following thought-provoki