The 5 Elements (bhutas) in Ayurvedic philosophy (springing forth from the same roots as yoga) are Earth, Water, Fire, Air and Ether (light, life, consciousness, space). Interestingly, many other cultures integrate a concept of the 5 Elements, such as the Celtic tradition and the Chinese (although slightly different: wood, fire, earth, metal and water). They are found in all aspects of life and in all things.By understanding the co-relationship between the Elements and our being, we can thus develop these positive energy to embrace our being and the beauty of life!
The Earth Element (Element of Nuturing) refers to our connection with the earth, the place where the raw elements for our bodies came from. We may bring more "earth" awareness into our being when we focus on grounding, building a firm base of support, connecting with the earth beneath us.Many times in our lives we become too "lofty" in our thoughts and need to come down to Earth to feel grounded and secure. Our stability is facilitated through deepening our connection with the Earth. Sometimes the Earth also refers to the Planet that we call home…exploring our connection with our Planet and the beauty and wonders that it holds... which we are all responsible to preserve.
From Earth Element we can learn forgiveness;we observe mother earth's profound ability to forgive us for our abuse of her.
The music for Earth element support a full range of our emotions and enhance our firmness in wholesome principals, balance in being and grounded in good faith.
The music for Earth element support a full range of our emotions and enhance our firmness in wholesome principals, balance in being and grounded in good faith.
The Water Element (Element of Restoration) in the body refers to the water that flows through our veins, or the circulatory system in the body. Health is only possible as the water element remains flowing in the body. Water has almost magical properties and is essential to life (our bodies are 70% water), with incredible healing and cleansing powers. It is a universal symbol for the spirit,where new life is generated.From water we can learn compassion and we learn to purify all that comes in contact with us. Water is flowing and progressive; from it we can learn adaptability and flexibility.
The music for Water element encourage associative and sensual reverie emotions and it enhance our fluidity,calmness and refreshes us.
The music for Water element encourage associative and sensual reverie emotions and it enhance our fluidity,calmness and refreshes us.
The Fire Element (Element of light & power) in the body refers to the internal warmth and heat that is generated, it provides the energy and "will" to go on even when we want to quit. It is the source of light that creates and pacify, symbolizing the spirit in many beliefs and has the ability to burn away impurities. From Fire we can learn to remove ignorance and fear, we could gain spiritual solace from our connection to fire element.
The music for Fire element increase the temperature of passion and creativity , it boast our vigour and energy.
The Air Element (Element of Life and connections) refers to both the breath of life and creating space in the body. The breath is the basis of all life, since without breath; life does not exist. All beings are interconnected by the breath of life.Air is what carries the vital energy or "prana" ("chi" in Chinese philosophy) throughout the body and the universe. It is the essence of all life.
Pranayama, mindful breath awareness and all-encompassing focus on the breath. This practice of breathing could initiate changes in the psychological, physical, neural and cerebral areas, increasing memory and creativity. It will strengthen your willpower and steady your mind.
From Air element we can learn to be unattached, to be joyful and move freely. We could learn of man's ability to live in the depth of spirit rather then on the surface of existence.
The music for Air element encourage the free spirit,imagination and intuition,it uplifts our negative emotions and ease the tension in our mind and body.
The Ether Element (Element of Transcendence) is describe as a "hypothetical medium supposed to fill all space". Its adjective is "ethereal", meaning: "light, airy, spiritual". Usually refered to as "consciousness".When we become increasingly conscious, we are conscious of our true self, our connection or honesty with our thought patterns and motivations. Sometimes it is achieved by bringing a keen awareness on a particular aspect that we need to become mindful of, conscious or enlightened about. Bringing light where there was darkness.
We become aware of our true selves in all situations and internalizing what we have learn and making them part of our life and lifestyle. This is not a destination, but rather a life-long process of progress and evolution.
The music for Ether element is the awareness of the interbeing of our internal rhythms(e.g heart rate,thoughts, emotions) and the external rhythms( sounds,happenings around us). Pure sounds brings together inner and outer, past and present, helps us feel more integrated, abundant, and whole. In pure sounds the timeless elements comes through in pieces that transcend time and circumstance. When we internalise the pure sound, the outward sound becomes an image of inward life, it brings a heightened state of awareness. Pure sounds clears mind, brings one back into balance, and gives one the image of beauty needed to meet life difficulties and stimulate our life force on the deepest levels.
