Air is associated with mental activity, and communication in particular, which is the foundation for healthy relationships. Waxing Moon: Ideal for nurturing relationships and building momentum. One of my favorite ways of spiritually dealing with stress or anxiety is by giving my mind a break. By taking a break from the daily grind and spending time with myself (either by journaling, meditating, or going for a walk), I’m able to cut through the noise and hear what my intuition is trying to tell me. This practice, when done over time, makes its way out of our meditation and into our everyday life, helping us to manage our responses in our daily lives so that we may respond to life with a more considered approach as opposed to reacting. Dance to me is a moving meditation. The result showed that a combination of asana, pranayama, and meditation significantly reduced anxiety as measured by the Taylor Manifest Anxiety Scale.
A study, published in the American Journal of Psychotherapy, was conducted on 27 psychiatric patients aged 15 - 50 years old who suffered from anxiety and had not responded well to previous treatments. Be with the individuals, who believe in shaping constructive relationships, trusting relational associations with individuals who reciprocate your efforts. Many say they offer readings, but it’s often a bored housewife at home who doesn’t understand universal energies. Being able to sit in the presence of the One who never changes is the most solid truth that I am able to hold on to. We’re naturally embedded with our own “gps” that shifts us toward where we need to be and how to best act, so that we can thrive and serve from a space of truth and integrity. Joining in a group class and flowing together can provide a sense of community and collectivism resulting in a positive impact on not only the individual but the general group too - this sense of ‘belonging’ can alleviate feelings of loneliness or of being disconnected.
When I’m feeling anxious, stressed, or depressed, it’s because I’m not living out my purpose and being true to myself. When I take a moment to remember my true purpose in life, I realize what I’m doing or stressing out about isn’t alignment with my authentic self. The Two of Wands does encourage you to take a chance on something, but the outcome remains uncertain. This helps to take the focus off of the right now… The right music can help slow down my thoughts and lead me to the energy I need in an instant. Even if I feel my thoughts are out of control the right song can help me feel more certainty again. It can help you to understand your emotions better and what they’re trying to tell you. This self awareness can help us to tap into our emotions before they become catalysts for stress, anxiety or panic attacks; it can also help us to assess perceived stress as opposed to actual stress and to realise the difference between the two. Mediation asks us to turn our focus inwards, bring ourselves into the present and sit with awareness on whatever arises without reacting in any way.
What I learned through this process is the way dancing keeps me present, grounded, and in my body. Then, I visualize the energy coming up from the Earth into my feet then up my legs, passing through each part of my body until the energy reaches the crown of my head. It fills each inch of my body with white light and love from above through the crown of my head down to my feet and even illuminates the ground around me. When I get upset, depressed or fill with anxiety, it is often when my head and mind chatter focuses too much on the past or worries about the future. Recognizing how decisions impact your life can clarify future paths. By embracing the lessons of the Hermit and recognizing our inner strength, we can face life’s challenges with confidence and resilience. Sometimes a dance party is needed, with the types of songs you can belt out with soul and make your body move. By moving through a set sequence provided by a yoga teacher, the body can begin to release muscle tension and increase blood flow throughout the system - this provides a sense of upliftment to the physical body which can have a knock-on effect on the mind.