Meditaion

 closing your eyes and sitting in  your comfort position is it called meditation... ? what is mediation how does this  work...?  there are many question  which need a thoughtful guidance so started my journey with Google you-tube and reference with different site's.

from Wikipedia,the free encyclopedia.. meditation:-
Meditation is a practice in which an individual trains the mind or induces a mode of consciousness, either to realize some benefit or for the mind to simply acknowledge its content without becoming identified with that content,   or as an end in itself.

The term meditation refers to a broad variety of practices (much like the term sports) that includes techniques designed to promote relaxation, build internal energy or life force (qi, ki, prana, etc.) and develop compassion, love, patience, generosity and forgiveness. A particularly ambitious form of meditation aims at effortlessly sustained single-pointed concentration meant to enable its practitioner to enjoy an indestructible sense of well-being while engaging in any life activity.

after reading an article on Wikipedia i came to know that meditation existed from earliest, references on meditation are found in the Hindu Vedas...  in different religion people are practicing meditation. meditation does not belong to one...  its not eastern nor western its belong to human its belong to mind...
it is a technique for relaxing your mind from stress, its not for only old nor for young but it belongs to every age.. everyone wants progress in their life..  its not for only sanyasi or say person who will meditate become sanyasi.

art of living on meditation:

The rest in meditation is deeper than the deepest sleep that you can ever have. When the mind becomes free from agitation, is calm and serene and at peace, meditation happens.

The benefits of meditation are manifold. It is an essential practice for mental hygiene. A calm mind, good concentration, clarity of perception, improvement in communication, blossoming of skills and talents, an unshakeable inner strength, healing, the ability to connect to an inner source of energy, relaxation, rejuvenation, and good luck are all natural results of meditating regularly.

Since the 1950s hundreds of studies on meditation have been conducted. Research on the processes and effects of meditation is a growing subfield of neurological research. Modern scientific techniques and instruments, such as fMRI and EEG, have been used to see what happens in the body of people when they meditate, and how their bodies and brain change after meditating regularly. 

will talk about different research on meditation next time....

the mind unleashed:- THE POWER OF POSITIVE THINKING

THE POWER OF POSITIVE THINKING 

A Russian scientist has been studying the human energy field and is claiming that people can change the world simply by using their own energy. While this idea is not new, not too many have taken the time to scientifically go about proving such ideas -although the field of quantum physics has shed some powerful light on the topic over the years. Dr. Konstantin Korotkov, professor of physics at St. Petersburg State Technical University, states that when we think positive and negative thoughts,each have a different impact on our surrounding environment. 

“We are developing the idea that our consciousness is part of the material world and that with our consciousness we can directly influence our world,” said Dr. Konstantin Korotkov.

We cannot see energy very easily with the human eye and thus the world of unseen energy can be difficult for the mind to grasp without scientific measurements to verify what is taking place. Perhaps this is why the study of consciousness affecting our reality has been virtually untouched for so long. To help create a bridge between our physical and unseen world, scientific experiments using a technique called bioelectrophotography are being carried out. In these experiments, an assumption must be made that states the human body and consciousness is constantly emitting energy. Following this assumption, Bioelectrophotography aims to capture these energy fields seen as a light around the body. In the metaphysical world this energy emission is known as a person’s aura, while in the scientific field, it is often refereed to as our energy field.

PRINCETON RESEARCH

Dr. Korotkov is not the only one studying the affects of the human mind, thoughts and energy on our surrounding environment. The Princeton Engineering Anomalies Research (PEAR) Laboratory has also been trying to wrap their heads around the subject and have concluded that the mind does in fact have a subtle capacity to influence the output of devices known as Random Event Generators (REGs).

A project that initially started when a student was curious to study the effects of the human mind and intention on the surrounding environment, turned into a rigorous testing lab where Dr. Robert Jahn and his lab assistant spent many hours experimenting to determine whether or not the mind has an affect on our physical world. Jahn and his assistant were able to determine that the human minds interactions with the machines demonstrated a relationship that was not physical in nature. The mind was able to affect and change outcomes of the machine in ways that were beyond explainable. In essence, consciousness was having an affect over the physical world.

To determine the affects of the minds intention on the physical world, they built several machines called a random number generator. The machine would essentially mimic a coin flip and record the results over time. The machine performed 200 flips per second and produced an average mean of 100 as one would expect. Left unattended, the machine would continue to produce results that suggested a 50/50 chance of producing either heads or tales. The interesting results came when human intention started to interact with the machine. What was once a random 50/50 chance of producing heads or tales began to deviate from expectation as the observer began to intend for the numbers to be higher or lower. While the affects of the mind over the the machines was not large, it was enough that contemporary physics is unable to explain what exactly is happening. Perhaps this is where the quantum world can shed light?

The implications this research could have on humanity is quite fascinating given it could reach into the realms of creating a world of peace, healthy living and joy. If intentions and thoughts can impact something the way it has been demonstrated above, why not explore the boundaries of how far this can go? It is my belief that we create our realities with our thoughts and intentions, I feel science is starting to confirm this and in time we will realize the true power of our minds and intentions.

The video below is a very brief synopsis of the Princeton Engineering Anomalies Research laboratory of Princeton University, whose research into mind-matter interaction forms the foundation of Psyleron Technology.

Here is a picture of the human bio-energy field after meditation taken using Kirlian photography. Kirlian photography is a collection of photographic techniques used to capture the phenomenon of electrical discharges all living organisms emit.

(all the information are copied from internet)

(if I am violating any copyright issue please let me know I will remove the article)

happy new year to all....

Sri Sri's New Year Message

A New Year is the time when a lot of people stumble at the realization, "Oh! Another year has gone by!" We wonder for a few moments at the current of time that flows by, and then again we get busy. The funny thing is that this happens nearly every year.
If we go deeper into these moments of wonder, we realize that there is an aspect of us that is a witness to all the events of time. This witness inside us is unchanging, and it is from here that we observe all the change that time brings.

(first day of the year and first sunrise... happy new year) 

All the events in life that have passed have become a dream. Wisdom is becoming aware of this dream-like nature of life even as it is unfolding now. Knowing this brings tremendous strength from within and you do not get shaken by events and circumstances. At the same time, events have their own place in life. We need to learn from them and keep moving.

Among the major developments this year, the elections in India brought a significant shift in the social and political atmosphere. People actively united in voting against corruption and mis governance and after three decades, the country got a stable majority government. This change has also positioned India very strongly on the world stage. Our relationships with other countries are much better than they have been and the United Nations has recently declared an International Yoga Day at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call. The successful mission to Mars a few months ago also showcased India's merit in technology.

However, news and videos of barbaric mass killings by terror groups around the world have been a very disturbing development this year. Tehreek-e-Taliban, the same group that burnt the Art of Living Center in Islamabad earlier has now killed over 130 school children in Peshawar. IS has also wreaked havoc in several countries. Our volunteers have been engaged in relief work in Sinjar Mountains and Erbil in Iraq where the survivors of the genocide on the Yezidi community have been trapped. Despite many difficulties, our volunteers have been able to airdrop about 120 tons of food and rescue 200 girls from IS but a lot more needs to be done.

Whatever the challenges, we need to keep making efforts to create a better world. This is possible when we are established within ourselves. In you, there is an actor and there is a witness. As you go inwards, the witness aspect grows in you and you remain untouched by events. And as you go outwards, the actor in you becomes more skillful in responding to situations.
These two entirely opposite aspects of our being are nurtured by meditation. When you come closer to the Self, your action becomes powerful in the world and right action in the world brings you closer to the Self.

As the new year approaches, let us resolve to be unshakable within and move towards a better world. Time changes people but there are people who change the time. May you be one of them. Happy New Year!

Piles

my friend asked me to write on this topic which i am doing so....

in this i have given some information on piles....  

Piles are hemorrhoids that become inflamed. Hemorrhoids are masses, clumps, cushions of tissue in the anal canal - they are full of blood vessels, support tissue, muscle and elastic fibers.

Although hemorrhoids are thought of as unpleasant inflammations, we all have them.¹ It is when the hemorrhoidal cushions become too big (inflamed) that problems occur - when this happens they are called piles or pathological hemorrhoids.²

Facts on piles

Here are some key points about piles. More detail and supporting information is in the main article.

1. Piles are hemorrhoids that become inflamed.
2. The size of piles can vary and are found inside or outside the anus.⁴
3. Around 10% of patients who go and see their doctor about piles, require surgical treatment.²
4. Piles are often not serious and go away on their own.⁵
5. Internal hemorrhoids are ordered into four grades

I.        .⁷Grade 1 - there are small inflammations, usually inside the lining of the anus. They are not visible

II.        Grade 2 - larger than grade 1 hemorrhoids, but also inside the anus. When passing a stool, they may get pushed out, but return unaided

III.        Grade 3 - often called 'prolapsed hemorrhoids'; these appear outside the anus. The patient may feel them hanging out. They can be pushed back in if the patient presses with their finger

IV.        Grade 4 - these cannot be pushed back in and need to be treated by a doctor. They are large and stay outside the anus all the time.

6. External hemorrhoids are called perianal hematoma.
7. Piles occur due to chronic constipation, chronic diarrhea, lifting heavy weights, pregnancy or straining when passing a stool.
8. A doctor can usually diagnose piles rapidly on examination.
9. For grades 3 or 4 hemorrhoids, surgery may be necessary.

What are the signs and symptoms of piles?

In most cases piles are not serious and go away on their own after a few days.⁵

An individual with piles may experience the following symptoms:⁶

§  A hard lump may be felt around the anus. It consists of coagulated blood, called a thrombosed external hemorrhoid. This can be painful

§  After going to the toilet, a feeling that the bowels are still full

§  Bright red blood after a bowel movement

§  Itchiness around the anus

§  Mucus discharge when emptying the bowels

§  Pain while defecating

§  The area around the anus may be red and sore

Why do piles occur?

The blood vessels around the anus and in the rectum will stretch under pressure and may swell or bulge. Inflamed veins (hemorrhoids) can develop when pressure increases in the lower rectum. This may be due to:

§  Chronic constipation⁹

§  Chronic diarrhea¹⁰

§  Lifting heavy weights¹¹

§  Pregnancy¹²

§  Straining when passing a stool.¹³

The tendency to develop hemorrhoids may also be inherited. The risk of developing piles grows with age.¹⁴

What are the treatment options for piles?

In the majority of cases, piles resolve on their own without the need for any treatment. Treatments can help significantly reduce the discomfort and itching that many patients experience.

A good doctor will initially recommend some lifestyle changes.

Diet - piles can be caused by too much straining when doing bowel movements, which is the result of constipation. A change in diet can help keep the stools regular and soft. This involves eating more fiber, such as fruit and vegetables, or switching your cereal breakfast to bran.¹⁶

Water is the best drink, and the patient may be advised to increase his/her water consumption. Some experts say too much caffeine is not good.

Body weight - if the patient is obese, losing weight may help reduce the incidence and severity of hemorrhoids.¹⁷

Simple things you can do yourself to help prevent piles:¹⁰

§  Try not to strain when you go to the toilet

§  Avoid laxatives

§  Exercise.

Ointments, creams, pads and other OTC medications - there are some over-the-counter (OTC) medications which help soothe the redness and swelling around the anus area. Some of them contain witch hazel, hydrocortisone, or some other active ingredient which can relieve symptoms of itching and pain.¹⁸¹³

It is important to remember that they do not cure piles, they only treat the symptoms. Do not use them for more than seven consecutive days - longer periods may irritate the anus area and cause skin thinning. Unless advised to by your doctor, do not use two or more medications simultaneously.

Corticosteroids - these can reduce inflammation and pain.¹³

Painkillers - ask your pharmacist for suitable painkilling medications, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol).¹⁹

Laxatives - the doctor may prescribe one if the patient suffers from constipation.¹⁹

Banding - the doctor places an elastic band around the base of the pile inside the anus, cutting off its blood supply. After a few days the hemorrhoids fall off. This can work for grades 2 and 3 hemorrhoids.¹⁹

Sclerotherapy - a medicine is injected to make the hemorrhoid shrink - the hemorrhoid eventually shrivels up. This is effective for grades 2 and 3 hemorrhoids, and is a useful alternative to banding.¹⁹

Infrared coagulation - also referred to as infrared light coagulation. Used for grades 1 or 2 hemorrhoids. A device burns the hemorrhoid tissue.¹⁹

Surgery - used for particularly large piles, or grades 3 or 4 hemorrhoids. Generally, surgery is used if other procedures were not effective. Sometimes surgery is done on an outpatient basis - the patient goes home after the procedure.

§  Hemorrhoidectomy - the excess tissue that is causing the bleeding is surgically removed. This can be done in various ways. It may involve a combination of a local anesthetic and sedation, a spinal anesthetic, or a general anesthetic. This type of surgery is the most effective in completely removing piles, but there is a risk of complications, which can include difficulties passing stools, as well as urinary tract infections.¹⁹

§  Hemorrhoid stapling - blood flow is blocked to the tissue of the hemorrhoid. This procedure is usually less painful than hemorrhoidectomy. However, there is a greater risk of hemorrhoid recurrence and rectal prolapse (part of the rectum pushes out of the anus).¹⁹

reference:

i am pleased with the inofmration which i got from medical news today  of which link is given below... 

Regards 

Binay  ( learner) 

thank you :) 

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/239454.php

  

How To Gain Weight??

                  Expert guidance of exercise routine and nutrition diets planning is the best way to gain weight. G ganging weight can be equally difficult as losing weight.

It is unhealthy to have a low body weight. People with low body weight have weak immune system with a tendency to catch several infectious diseases. Being underweight can lead to various complications like heart disease, blood vessels disease and increased risk of osteoporosis.

We all have one friend who seems to defy all laws of calories and weight gain. You see the one take in twice of what you take in but they never seem to gain an ounce. Is it just luck or something with hormones or some technique of weight maintenance secret?

 According to WHO

“Research shows that skinny people simply don't think about food the same way as--well, the rest of us. "Thin people have a relaxed relationship with food," explains David L. Katz, MD, an associate professor adjunct in public health at Yale University.” 

Times of India

 someone who is skinny as a stick and does not shy away from food. Most of us are envious that they never put on weight, but they too wish to have a lean well toned, even curvy or muscular look. 

People may be underweight due to various reasons 

Inadequate feeding habits, prolonged meal time gaps, poor selection of foods, increased physical activity without increasing the food intake can lead to energy deficit, are a few of the major reasons for being underweight. Other reasons can be due to prolonged illness, diseases such as tuberculosis, cancer, hormonal imbalances (hyperthyroidism) and eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa or bulimia. 

How to gain weight

 Lift weights for lean mass 

If you haven't figured it out already, you're going to be doing some heavy lifting in order to put on lean mass. The foundation of your routine should be the big compound lifts: Squats, deadlifts, presses (bench and overhead), pull-ups, rows, dips, snatches, power cleans, clean and jerks. These engage multiple muscles while triggering your hormonal response systems. 

 Eat less 

If you eat in between meals, cut it out. They say you should eat three large meals or five to six small meals in a day. Eating less is more. Choose food with nutritional calories and increase intake of starchy foods like potatoes. Remember, the more junk food you eat, the more you deprive your body of healthy nutrients. A thin person who gorges on junk food will suffer the same unhealthy consequences as an obese person with poor eating habits. .

 Eat healthy fats 

Eat plenty of healthy fats. Eat your egg yolks, meat with animal fat, coconut oil, and other healthy fats. Increase caloric intake - of the healthy kind ofcourse. So those bananas count well here.

 Increase protein intake 

Never let your protein intake go lower than 1g/lb of body weight when you are aiming to add long-term muscle. It's the building block of muscle, and your body is going to be starving for it. 

 Oats: A bowl of oatmeal is the perfect nutritious breakfast. It is high in fiber, and it also provides the body with vital nutrients. 

Yogurt: The healthy fruit-flavored, fatless yogurt can give you as much as 118 calories. Include it in your daily diet for quick weight gain. 

SOME OF THE YOGA POSTURE TO GAIN WEIGHT OR GOOD PHYSIQUE

*Good physique (ideal body weight)

One of the best ways to gain weight fast is yoga as it addresses the underlying factors of the problem like stress, poor metabolism, inadequate digestion, blood circulation, lack of appetite.

• ·        Surya namaskar (sun salutation)
• 
  
• ·        Dhanur asana (bow pose)
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• ·        Dhakr asana (wheel pose)
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• ·        Hal asana (plough pose)
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·        Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose) 

 

·        Sarvangasana (Shoulder Stand Pose)

 

·        Pavanamuktasana (Wind-Relieving Pose) 

 

·        Savasana (Corpse Pose)

Yoga philosophy supports the concept of ideal body weight. Yoga practice will regulate your metabolism to provide ideal body weight.

Although, yoga as such cannot help you to gain weight but can regulate your metabolism if it is too fast. Also yoga can help you to improve your strength and posture. One option is to gain weight by eating more calories and reducing your activity levels (sedentary lifestyle). Better option is to aim for weight gain in a healthy way by doing regular exercise well and eating high calorie nutritious diet.

Do regular yoga to reduce stress levels. Sleep more than 7-8 hours per night. If you do not find time to eat properly or adequate relaxation, slow down your life.
 

* do not force yourself with hard posture, which you feel you can do, do that regularly, it would be best if you to consult with professional, yoga teacher. this is  just information and little guidance, and hope for better health. better health and better mind always help to be stronger then than other*

Eating for weight gain:

·         Eat more often, take short meals every 2 hours or so.

·         Best way to consume extra calories is to eat more fats.

·         Eat nutrient rich foods like nuts, dairy products, enough of protein, fruits, dry fruits

• Include dairy products like whole milk, butter, cream, ghee(clarified butter) or cheese
• Increase carbohydrates intake from whatever source you love to eat.
• Eat plenty of fruits especially bananas and mangoes.
• Drink fresh fruit juices, shakes.

Vegetarian Foods with High in Calories

Nuts & Seeds (Macadamia Nuts)	Calories 100g 718 calories
Nut & Seed Butters (Peanut Butter)	Calories 100g 590 calories
Chocolate (Dark 70-85% Cacao)	Calories 100g 598 calories
Dried Fruit & Fruit Juices (Prunes)	Calories 100g 339 calories
Avocados	Calories 100g 160 calories
Whole Grains (Wholewheat Pasta, Cooked)	Calories 100g 124 calories
Milk, Dairy	Calories 100g 452 calories

best of luck be positive and feel being blessed  and have a good diet plan. i personally suggest you to take professional guidance in exercise, yoga or diet. 

all the information is bought from different source from internet, some sources are given below.

thank you!

:) keep smiling 

(please suggest me how can i improve in my blog so that we both can be benefited)

next topic will be PILES 

http://www.yoga-for-beginners-a-practical-guide.com/gaining-weight-through-yoga.html

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/20-ways-to-gain-weight-fast/articleshow/17398991.cms

http://www.who.int/nutrition/challenges/en/

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/20-ways-to-gain-weight-fast/articleshow/17398991.cms

http://www.woyoso.org/Underweight.html

http://www.myyog.com/art-of-living/137-lessons/311-Liquid-Diet-and-Good-Health.html
http://www.healthaliciousness.com/articles/highest-calorie-foods.php