Calm Shen: A Peaceful Spirit

In Chinese medicine, each organ system and their inter-relationship tells the story of our physical, mental/emotional and spiritual life and well-being. Shen (with a little "s") is the spirit of our Heart, which is the seat of consciousness and the Emperor or Empress of the whole body. The Heart sets the rhythm. Here in the Heart, as we commune with Shen (Spirit), we are filled with the "peace that passeth understanding", or "calm shen" which is a gift that brings with it grace, harmony and health (wholeness).

This is the essence of healing: the cultivation of a calm spirit within our heart, nourished by our connection with Spirit and simply giving from the overflowing abundance of Being.

Here, we offer articles, links and suggested readings on cultivating calm shen within our beings, certainly a process to be savored, more than a goal by it's very nature. Visit again, as much more will be added.....

Articles

1. Stress Reduction and Relaxation: Keys to Well-Being -

         Meditations or relaxation exercises:

           Basic Vipassana or Mindfulness Meditation

           Loving Kindness

           Heart Relaxation

           Relaxing Meditation to Help Sleep

           The Power of Choice

           Simple Affirmations

           Your Special Place

           Breathing

           Daily Awareness of Our Breath

           Yogic Alternate Nostril Breathing

2. Progressive Relaxation

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