Intro to Mantras

Mantras are a practice of rooting yourself in chants, words, or phrases with the intention of transformation. By repeating your mantra, conscious thoughts dissolve and access to your deepest self becomes possible as you enter a state of meditation. Mantras are either repeated aloud or silently in your mind with the power truly stemming from repetition.

Mantras that I have found particularly helpful are:

• “So hum” which translates as “I am.” I call upon this mantra to get present and grounded. I practice this mantra in seated meditation. Inhale “so” exhale “hum.” I find it soothing, nurturing, and calming. This mantra is not only an acknowledgement of “I am;” it is also a knowing of “you are” and “we are.” I am and you are. I am my breath and my body. I am this moment. Allow this mantra to take on the rhythm of your breath and let yourself be gently held by this rhythm.
• “May all beings be happy, healthy and free.” I return to this mantra when I am needing and wanting to connect with feelings of peace and connection. If I’m feeling frustrated, annoyed, let down, or helpless, I repeat this mantra (often while driving) to return to my deepest longing — that all beings be happy, healthy, and free.
• “Om Namah Shivaya” which translates as…

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