On Saturday, we received Pinda Swedana with the bolluses of cloth filled with herbal leaves and herbs massaged all over the back, legs and arms. The bolluses are warmed in hot herbal oil before being applied to the body. After this we had Kati Vasti which is a donut of grain flour that is placed on the spine. It is filled with hot herbal oils that loosen the spaces between the vertebrae It is good for any type of back pain, spinal problems including herniated disks, and tension and stress along the spine. We receive 5 more of these treatments starting tomorrow. Next I had the steam cabinet, followed by warm herbal oil in each ear and another treatment of Nasya. This is the nasal oil that I need to clear all the Kapha(mucus and phlegm) out of the head. I will be getting several more of these. I think it is because of the Ben & Jerry’s, and chocolate syndrome. It is a well known disease for some of my family, clients and friends as well.
Today, Sunday has been a day a rest and relaxing from cleansing. Of course, the body still continues to cleanse even on these days. This process will continue even after we have completed the 30 days of PK. The body with it’s incredible wisdom knows the natural rhythm and cycle to release the toxins without depleting the body’s energy all at once. This is where the rejuvenation part of PK comes into play We must replenish the energy as well as releasing toxicity. That is why we must eat sweet things in our diet The sweet taste is the most rejuvenating of any food. Maury and I have found some amazing Ayurvedic sweets, of course. We are consuming many herbal teas and herbal jams called Lehyam or Chywan Prash. We found a new one, well it is actually one I have read about for years in the books but there is no source in the US, called Brahma Rasayana. Rasayana means rejuvenative. The ancient text and modern Ayurvedic doctors have reported it’s efficiency for those with cancer and AIDS. Maury and I have neither but we are interested in prevention as well as longevity. The Dr. attending us says we should return with 35 year old bodies at the end of our treatment program. We shall see. At least I have lost a lot of weight. I am on the next belt buckle on my belt so far.
In this process of cleansing we also go through numerous swings in energy and emotional releasing as well as the physical. Sometimes we have amazing energy and other times we just want to sleep. We are usually in bed before 9pm and are awake between 4-5am doing spiritual practice until time for our treatments at 8am. We sleep deeper and for longer periods of time. The mind is more focused and alert. Our body’s feel lighter and our appetites are immense. These are all signs that the program is working well.
More to follow.
Om Shanti
Vijaya
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