El Morya 

El Morya is the chohan of the first ray and chief of the Darjeeling Council of the Great White. 

El Morya represents the divine masculine attributes of courage, certainty, power, forthrightness, self-reliance, dependability, faith and initiative. El Morya has, through many embodiments, worn the crown of authority, ruling many kingdoms wisely and well. 

An Ascended Master Who Embodies the Will of Guru 

The name “El Morya” may be unfamiliar to some. But it is more than likely that millions have heard about one or more of his past lives. Because of his love of the will of God lifetime after lifetime, El Morya has come to embody the quality of compliance with law to holy will. 

Today he serves from heavenly realms as the Chohan1 of The First Ray2, the blue ray of guru’s will, faith, protection and power.

love, #krishna 
*Thank you Tom Miller photography 

Appreciating Your Gifts and Talents

We are here in this lifetime to learn how to take care of the details and to be thorough in all that we do. Paying attention to the details helps establish structures that will make you feel fulfilled. It’s important to develop, and learn to manage skills at taking care of the details, because this helps so much to be productive and remarkable at what you do, and assists you to achieve the progress that you aim for in your life.

Close your eyes and focus on your breathe, we recommend that you spend some silence time by yourself, recognizing and thinking about your gifts, and how they attract people to you. As you breathe deep, inhale sat, exhale nam, Reflect on what happens when people are around you, and how they respond to you.

 

What is attracting them to you?

There is a part of you that knows what you do, and how to do it. When your heart is open, that sends people to you, but it also brings people together. You may believe that this is a common gift that anyone possesses, yet it is uniquely your gift. And in fact, if you want to find out what it is that you can do in the world to express yourself, and be yourself, you only need to look at those skills that feel simple for you to do. You will probably be surprised to find out that these skills are exactly those that make you unique, and not everyone is able to do the same things that you do. These are the gifts that you can share with other people, and they can serve a larger purpose, as you align yourself to serve your Soul’s purpose.

Sometimes the things that you don’t even see, because they feel so natural to you, are the gifts that you’ve been searching for a long time. You’re not able to clearly see them because you expect to find something more glamorous. But it is not about the glamour, or about what we think that our gift should be. It is more important to find that one thing that you are able to do and that comes easy to you. See how this attracts other people into your life.

love, #krishna

 

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Cherry on Top 

It’s Cherry season in California and California brings sweet cherries for Memorial Day Weekend. 

Cherries contain powerful antioxidants like anthocyanins and cyanidin… Sweet cherries also contain a small amount of quercetin, which is among the most potent in terms of antioxidant activity and a wide range of other health-promoting properties.

If you love California cherries, you’d better get ’em while they’ve got ’em. 

This miniature wonder is Amazing for skin, hair and health. One cup of cherries a day can lead to better sleep and healthy living. 

love, #krishna 

Tibetan Healing Bowl Ceremony  

Under the inviting skies of Joshua Tree,  Dr. DREAM and his Band of Angels brought the most unique experience. 333 Tibetan Healing Bowls surround the audience and facilitate an opening, chakra clearing, releasing, and then expansion, Experience. 

 Dr. DREAM  uses a multi-sensory approach. As we allowed ourselves  to settle in and be guided by this sound, vibration and cosmic offering. 
Followed by a musical performance and chanting with Amrit Kirtan. 

The performance was enticing and beautiful Amrit Kirtan’s amazing melodic and angelic voice brings  you into a divine awakened state of consciousness as she performs her music and chants on her electric piano. All mantras were in the language of Gurmukhi it connected us with our kundalini Sikh roots. 

love, #krishna 

YOGO: The Best Travel Yoga Mat Ever Made. An Interview With The Founder, Jessica Thomas

San Francisco-based startup YOGO launched the iconic YOGO Mat just a few years ago. Made from biodegradable natural tree rubber and recyclable straps, the mega-grippy and washable-machine yoga mat folds and snaps into a tiny bundle suitable for eco-conscious, on-the-go yogis. They have now become yoga practitioners travel mat of choice! Not only are they getting people to do outdoor yoga more often, but YOGO Mats are helping to make the world green! We had the chance to sit down with the woman behind this incredible company, Jessica Thomas, CEO and owner of YOGO.

What was it that inspired you to create an eco-conscious company?
My original business partner invented the folding YOGO Mat. He wanted to run to yoga with a mat on his back, so he designed the folding mat that straps up tiny while keeping the mat surface clean. Ryon Lane (founder of YOGO Mat) asked for my assistance in managing the business aspect. They launched on Kickstarter and opened a store on Shopify. Gradually I became the CEO and Owner.
Which style of yoga do you practice and why?
I practice primarily yin yoga, because it helps to calm my mind, body and spirit. It is a practice that focuses on inner healing that is not attainable in any other sport that I know. I do enjoy a variety of styles such as ashtanga, vinyasa, flow and gentle yoga. My favorite studio is YogaWorks because it offers several class styles that serve as a great first step into learning plenty of instruction, the basics and the background of yoga.
Can you tell us about your Food Trees For Poverty program?
Our Food Trees for Poverty program donates one tree per yoga mat in an African or Latin American country including Belize, Honduras, Panama, Kenya, Uganda, Cameroon, and Senegal, Tanzania, through partner NGOs.
The partner NGOs were chosen because of their long term, social interventions that address the real root of deforestation in these areas: poverty. In addition to Trees for the Future and Sustainable Harvest International to provide each family sustainable agriculture training so each family can independently feed themselves and farm in a way that restores the environment. “Forest gardens” they revitalize land and help prevent deforestation in tropical areas.
By promoting restorative agriculture, the program presents a triple-impact of healing the environment, providing food, and contributing long-term to livelihoods.
When did you officially launch “Food Trees For Poverty” program and why?
One year ago. The program presents a huge impact of healing for families in developing nations across the globe. In collaboration with selected NGO’s Trees for the Future and Sustainable Harvest International improves the quality of life for impoverished families in need.
You also offer people the option to buy a tree for $1, is that correct?
Yes, in addition to planting a tree per YOGO Mat, we also offers the ability to buy individual trees for $1. We are conducting an ongoing social experiment in altruistic shopping. Currently about 65% of buyers add an additional tree for $1 to their shopping cart. The tree purchased for $1 gets donated to an African or Latin American country.
Where is your favorite place to take your YOGO Mat and what has been the most exotic place you’ve taken your YOGO Mat?
I like camping yoga and going backpacking with my YOGO Mat. Nature is the perfect place to unwind. The most exotic place I have take the YOGO Mat so far is South East Asia.
What is your next step with YOGO?
New products! Yoga gear that is eco- friendly, and made with all sustainable materials.
What has been the most important lesson you’ve learned by creating your own business?
To Keep it simple and pace yourself. Stay focused on the big picture success and profitability. Then passion and connecting with the people that you wish to serve comes right after. It is important to focus on getting one product to market in one channel at a time and to be consistent with your message.


To learn more about YOGO or to purchase your YOGO Mat today visit http://www.yogo.net. 

To read more about the interview or  to read other articles written by Intuitive Magazine’s founder Krishna (kelly dunn) visit sf yoga mag 


love, #krishna 

From Shakti Fest to the largest UFO Conference in the USA

Wishing that everyone had a great weekend and a Happy Mother’s Day.

For the last four years, We have headed to Shakti Fest and Bhakti Fest without fail. Shakti Fest is in Springtime. May 12-15 this year and truly had the Yoga and Music Experience of a Lifetime. Both Bhakti and Shakti Fest bring the best yoga teachers, Kirtan musicians, and workshop leaders to Joshua Tree. They celebrate the devotional paths of yoga, Kirtan and meditation. Quite a few of the Shakti/Bhakti workshop leaders have influenced our teaching and yoga playlists.

The most potent class for us this past weekend was the experience of Jaya Lakshmi and Ananda’s music. Their music is a combination of kirtan, bhajan and original singer/songwriter compositions. Alternating bansari flutes and vocal weaving, creating heaven on earth, they truly create a profound healing experience with a balanced sound current glowing with devotion.


On May 19 – 22, come meet us out in Joshua Tree as our journey beyond the mountains and across the high desert for an event that is truly out of this world: Contact In the Desert 2017, the largest UFO conference in the United States, will hold its 5th year at the Joshua Tree Retreat Center. This unparalleled event attracts UFO experts and enthusiasts from all over the world into the heart of the Mojave Desert, home to UFO sightings.

CONTACT in the DESERT descends on Joshua Tree, California, one of the most famous UFO sighting areas in America, attracting thousands to attend now the largest UFO Conference.


Featuring the strongest speaker lineup ever assembled in the UFO field, speakers expected include CONTACT In the DESERT returnees Chariots of the Gods author Erich von Daniken, “Ancient Aliens” star Giorgio A. TsoukalosGeorge Noory host of “Coast to Coast AM,” Fingerprints of the Gods author Graham Hancock, Disclosure Project founder Dr. Steven Greer, and best-selling author of the Communion series, Whitley Strieber.

For Additional Information:
What
: Contact In The Desert
When: May 19-22, 2017
Where: Joshua Tree Retreat Center, 59700 29 Palms Highway, Joshua Tree CA
Web/Ticketscontactinthedesert.com
See you there!


#intuitiveaffirmations

May the long time sun shine upon you, all love surround you and the pure light within you… guide your way on.

Infinite Blessings,

Kelly Krishna Dunn

Intuitive Magazine

May 2017

 

 

Upcoming events

What: Contact In The Desert
When: May 19-22, 2017
Where: Joshua Tree Retreat Center, 59700 29 Palms Highway, Joshua Tree CA
Web/Ticketscontactinthedesert.com
See you there!

Jaya Lakshmi and Ananda: Kirtronica 

Wow! Now this is some serious cosmic music they produce together. 

Their music is a combination of kirtan, bhajan and original singer/songwriter compositions. Alternating bansari flutes and vocal weaving, creating heaven on earth, they truly create a profound healing experience with a balanced sound current glowing with devotion. 

And just found out today at Shakti Fest that Jaya Lakshmi and Ananda are Oregon based musical artists in the genre of mantra music. Pacific Northwest love vibes in sunny and esoteric Joshua Tree Retreat Center. 

love, #krishna 

An Interview With Vinie Kaur: Founder Of Yogi Bath & Beauty Collection 

We were very lucky to speak to Vinie Kaur, founder and CEO of Yogi Bath and Beauty Collection by Vinies Ayurveda™ . 

Yogi caters to people with a busy lifestyle by offering time-efficient and natural beauty products that will keep you feeling uplifted and beautiful. Yogi offers innovative formulations which contain over 30 potent, and effective, hand-picked herbs and plant extracts chosen for their potency. Every step in the preparation of their products is done with appreciation for the enlightening properties that transform your hair and skin.
Vinie Kaur was born to a traditional family in India immersed in ancient wisdom and healing technology. Her parents, Yogi Bhajan, Ph.D. and Bibiji Inderjit Kaur, Ph.D., raised Vinie in a home that integrated ancient Ayurvedic principles into nearly every aspect of their lives. Vinie learned from a young age the inherent healing and therapeutic benefits that are in natural herbs, aromas, and essential oils. Over her lifetime, Vinie has absorbed herself in the study of Ayurveda; she worked mindfully with her father and gained infinite knowledge of the secrets of Ayurveda. In her own journey Vinie believes that “What You Put On is What You Put Within.™”

Your dad was a big influence in your life. Can you tell us about one of your favorite memories?

One of my favorite memories is of my dad cooking. My dad LOVED herbs and spices and actually both of my parents were great cooks. My mom was a world renowned cook. They both looked at food as a healing supplement. When we were in Espanola, New Mexico, my dad would go into the kitchen, where there were hundreds of spices, to create an Ayurvedic meal. My dad opened this, then opened that, threw this in and threw that in, like the wit, wisdom and sorcery of a wizard. Food was always created in no less than an hour. We always had about 50 people around the house and they always knew when my dad was cooking, as it was always a feast! Everything was SPICY, we would all be sweating, we couldn’t breathe, and my dad would say “Good for you! See, this is how it is supposed to be!” 
The aroma, the kitchen, the prana, its aliveness, the energy of happiness, and the healing always created a therapeutic meal. When my dad was cooking everyone would go into the kitchen and say, “Wow this is Yummy Food Time!” These were my favorite meals, such majestic moments. It brings tears to my eyes… such a beautiful time.
What was it that inspired you to create the Yogi Bath and Beauty Collection?

It was through my daily practice that I learned how herbs and oils possess inherent healing and many benefits. When I began to experience the pains of Fibromyalgia, and I turned to Ayurvedic compounds, healing herbs and essential oils for remedies and used them in my daily ritual. I soon began to discover the miraculous healing ways of these elements that are held in the wisdom of the plant kingdom. As I began to heal, I noticed that not only did the herbal medicines and oil applications relieve the pain associated with the illness, but my hair and skin also regained its healthy vibrancy.
As I regained my vitality, I began exploring the vast fountain of health and beauty secrets contained within these ancient, potent compounds of Ayurveda and I started to dive deeper into the knowledge of these healing herbs and oils. I started small by preparing formulations for myself and my family. I was developing a depth of knowledge and there was so much passion in my heart to share this wisdom.

Tell us about the Bhajan Body and Face Oil you created?
Bhajan Body and Face Oil was created from my desire to make one simple product with all of the herbs. Every product I make, I want it to be perfect. Coming up with names for our products is very important to me, we see it as once the name is given, the product has a destiny to be shared with the world. I named this body and face oil “Bhajan” because people who knew my father, can tell that this product has the same smell as him. Every time I see the bottle, I see love, and the aroma is so much like him. I had no intention to create it like that but it evolved by itself that way.
It contains both the vital energy of the plants and the positive energy from which it is created. The carefully selected plants are harvested at different times of the year to maximize their healing effects. The method of preparation combines dedication, love, and integrity with the purity of nature. The unique process of blending and brewing contributes to how well this oil delivers its therapeutic benefits.
How is the Bhajan Body Face and Oil created?
Firstly, premium quality plants are sourced and selected. In Ayurveda, a plant is regarded as containing five sections, each with medicinal value. Depending on the formula, between 1-5 parts of the plant are used, such as root, stem, leaf, flower and seeds. Then the plant is brewed for a number of hours. Over time moisture evaporates as the consistency of the plant changes, revealing the characteristic features of our oil and the radiant beauty that has been contained within it. Then it is bottled for your benefit.
The powerful Raja Restorative Hair Oil nourishes the scalp. Can you tell us how this deep scalp follicle hair treatment came into fruition?
Our products are for humankind and I saw a need for re-growing hair. Raja Restorative became the answer and acts as a scalp rejuvenator.
I find it fascinating that it takes many days to create the Raja Restorative, can you tell us a little bit more about the creation of this product?
It features bhringraj, known in India as the “King of Hair,” and it is also known for its miraculous effects. It helps with common concerns like receding hairline, baldness, dryness, and dandruff. It improves blood circulation in the scalp which helps revitalize hair follicles and promotes accelerated hair growth.

It is made by blending extracts of the bhringraj plant in an oil, similar to coconut oil. And again, as with all of my products, follow the Ayurveda way, where combinations of oils are infused with a combination of herbs. It is placed in a gigantic (heat-resistant) copper pot, as pots made from copper are ideal heat conductors. All of the ingredients are added and then they are slow-cooked for days and periodically stirred with a copper utensil. This slow process assures that the benefit of each ingredient gets infused properly.
Do you have a favorite herb, spice or aroma? If yes, why is it your favorite?

I do not just have one favorite, I have many. I love mixing smells, four or five scents at a time. Triphala, this might be my favorite actually because it is one of the most potent herbal remedies, with amazing healing powers. I also love turmeric. This golden wonder is a favorite because of its wide spectrum of medicinal qualities. It is so powerful. And then there is jasmine, I love jasmine!
By Kelly Krishna Dunn
We were very lucky to speak to Vinie Kaur, founder and CEO of Yogi Bath and Beauty Collection by Vinies Ayurveda™ . Yogi caters to people with a busy lifestyle by offering time-efficient and natural beauty products that will keep you feeling uplifted and beautiful. Yogi offers innovative formulations which contain over 30 potent, and effective, hand-picked herbs and plant extracts chosen for their potency. Every step in the preparation of their products is done with appreciation for the enlightening properties that transform your hair and skin.
Vinie Kaur was born to a traditional family in India immersed in ancient wisdom and healing technology. Her parents, Yogi Bhajan, Ph.D. and Bibiji Inderjit Kaur, Ph.D., raised Vinie in a home that integrated ancient Ayurvedic principles into nearly every aspect of their lives. Vinie learned from a young age the inherent healing and therapeutic benefits that are in natural herbs, aromas, and essential oils. Over her lifetime, Vinie has absorbed herself in the study of Ayurveda; she worked mindfully with her father and gained infinite knowledge of the secrets of Ayurveda. In her own journey Vinie believes that “What You Put On is What You Put Within.™”
Your dad was a big influence in your life. Can you tell us about one of your favorite memories?
One of my favorite memories is of my dad cooking. My dad LOVED herbs and spices and actually both of my parents were great cooks. My mom was a world renowned cook. They both looked at food as a healing supplement. When we were in Espanola, New Mexico, my dad would go into the kitchen, where there were hundreds of spices, to create an Ayurvedic meal. My dad opened this, then opened that, threw this in and threw that in, like the wit, wisdom and sorcery of a wizard. Food was always created in no less than an hour. We always had about 50 people around the house and they always knew when my dad was cooking, as it was always a feast! Everything was SPICY, we would all be sweating, we couldn’t breathe, and my dad would say “Good for you! See, this is how it is supposed to be!” 
The aroma, the kitchen, the prana, its aliveness, the energy of happiness, and the healing always created a therapeutic meal. When my dad was cooking everyone would go into the kitchen and say, “Wow this is Yummy Food Time!” These were my favorite meals, such majestic moments. It brings tears to my eyes… such a beautiful time.
What was it that inspired you to create the Yogi Bath and Beauty Collection?
It was through my daily practice that I learned how herbs and oils possess inherent healing and many benefits. When I began to experience the pains of Fibromyalgia, and I turned to Ayurvedic compounds, healing herbs and essential oils for remedies and used them in my daily ritual. I soon began to discover the miraculous healing ways of these elements that are held in the wisdom of the plant kingdom. As I began to heal, I noticed that not only did the herbal medicines and oil applications relieve the pain associated with the illness, but my hair and skin also regained its healthy vibrancy.
As I regained my vitality, I began exploring the vast fountain of health and beauty secrets contained within these ancient, potent compounds of Ayurveda and I started to dive deeper into the knowledge of these healing herbs and oils. I started small by preparing formulations for myself and my family. I was developing a depth of knowledge and there was so much passion in my heart to share this wisdom.
Tell us about the Bhajan Body and Face Oil you created?
Bhajan Body and Face Oil was created from my desire to make one simple product with all of the herbs. Every product I make, I want it to be perfect. Coming up with names for our products is very important to me, we see it as once the name is given, the product has a destiny to be shared with the world. I named this body and face oil “Bhajan” because people who knew my father, can tell that this product has the same smell as him. Every time I see the bottle, I see love, and the aroma is so much like him. I had no intention to create it like that but it evolved by itself that way.
It contains both the vital energy of the plants and the positive energy from which it is created. The carefully selected plants are harvested at different times of the year to maximize their healing effects. The method of preparation combines dedication, love, and integrity with the purity of nature. The unique process of blending and brewing contributes to how well this oil delivers its therapeutic benefits.
How is the Bhajan Body Face and Oil created?
Firstly, premium quality plants are sourced and selected. In Ayurveda, a plant is regarded as containing five sections, each with medicinal value. Depending on the formula, between 1-5 parts of the plant are used, such as root, stem, leaf, flower and seeds. Then the plant is brewed for a number of hours. Over time moisture evaporates as the consistency of the plant changes, revealing the characteristic features of our oil and the radiant beauty that has been contained within it. Then it is bottled for your benefit.
The powerful Raja Restorative Hair Oil nourishes the scalp. Can you tell us how this deep scalp follicle hair treatment came into fruition?
Our products are for humankind and I saw a need for re-growing hair. Raja Restorative became the answer and acts as a scalp rejuvenator.
I find it fascinating that it takes many days to create the Raja Restorative, can you tell us a little bit more about the creation of this product?
It features bhringraj, known in India as the “King of Hair,” and it is also known for its miraculous effects. It helps with common concerns like receding hairline, baldness, dryness, and dandruff. It improves blood circulation in the scalp which helps revitalize hair follicles and promotes accelerated hair growth.
It is made by blending extracts of the bhringraj plant in an oil, similar to coconut oil. And again, as with all of my products, follow the Ayurveda way, where combinations of oils are infused with a combination of herbs. It is placed in a gigantic (heat-resistant) copper pot, as pots made from copper are ideal heat conductors. All of the ingredients are added and then they are slow-cooked for days and periodically stirred with a copper utensil. This slow process assures that the benefit of each ingredient gets infused properly.
Do you have a favorite herb, spice or aroma? If yes, why is it your favorite?
I do not just have one favorite, I have many. I love mixing smells, four or five scents at a time. Triphala, this might be my favorite actually because it is one of the most potent herbal remedies, with amazing healing powers. I also love turmeric. This golden wonder is a favorite because of its wide spectrum of medicinal qualities. It is so powerful. And then there is jasmine, I love jasmine!
Would you like to share one ancient beauty secret of Ayurveda that has never before been shared with the world?
Rehydrate and rejuvenate your skin with herbs for skin nourishment. The most effective ancient beauty secret is to apply oil to the face and body. By Kelly Krishna Dunn
We were very lucky to speak to Vinie Kaur, founder and CEO of Yogi Bath and Beauty Collection by Vinies Ayurveda™ . Yogi caters to people with a busy lifestyle by offering time-efficient and natural beauty products that will keep you feeling uplifted and beautiful. Yogi offers innovative formulations which contain over 30 potent, and effective, hand-picked herbs and plant extracts chosen for their potency. Every step in the preparation of their products is done with appreciation for the enlightening properties that transform your hair and skin.
Vinie Kaur was born to a traditional family in India immersed in ancient wisdom and healing technology. Her parents, Yogi Bhajan, Ph.D. and Bibiji Inderjit Kaur, Ph.D., raised Vinie in a home that integrated ancient Ayurvedic principles into nearly every aspect of their lives. Vinie learned from a young age the inherent healing and therapeutic benefits that are in natural herbs, aromas, and essential oils. Over her lifetime, Vinie has absorbed herself in the study of Ayurveda; she worked mindfully with her father and gained infinite knowledge of the secrets of Ayurveda. In her own journey Vinie believes that “What You Put On is What You Put Within.™”
Your dad was a big influence in your life. Can you tell us about one of your favorite memories?
One of my favorite memories is of my dad cooking. My dad LOVED herbs and spices and actually both of my parents were great cooks. My mom was a world renowned cook. They both looked at food as a healing supplement. When we were in Espanola, New Mexico, my dad would go into the kitchen, where there were hundreds of spices, to create an Ayurvedic meal. My dad opened this, then opened that, threw this in and threw that in, like the wit, wisdom and sorcery of a wizard. Food was always created in no less than an hour. We always had about 50 people around the house and they always knew when my dad was cooking, as it was always a feast! Everything was SPICY, we would all be sweating, we couldn’t breathe, and my dad would say “Good for you! See, this is how it is supposed to be!” 
The aroma, the kitchen, the prana, its aliveness, the energy of happiness, and the healing always created a therapeutic meal. When my dad was cooking everyone would go into the kitchen and say, “Wow this is Yummy Food Time!” These were my favorite meals, such majestic moments. It brings tears to my eyes… such a beautiful time.
What was it that inspired you to create the Yogi Bath and Beauty Collection?
It was through my daily practice that I learned how herbs and oils possess inherent healing and many benefits. When I began to experience the pains of Fibromyalgia, and I turned to Ayurvedic compounds, healing herbs and essential oils for remedies and used them in my daily ritual. I soon began to discover the miraculous healing ways of these elements that are held in the wisdom of the plant kingdom. As I began to heal, I noticed that not only did the herbal medicines and oil applications relieve the pain associated with the illness, but my hair and skin also regained its healthy vibrancy.
As I regained my vitality, I began exploring the vast fountain of health and beauty secrets contained within these ancient, potent compounds of Ayurveda and I started to dive deeper into the knowledge of these healing herbs and oils. I started small by preparing formulations for myself and my family. I was developing a depth of knowledge and there was so much passion in my heart to share this wisdom.
Tell us about the Bhajan Body and Face Oil you created?
Bhajan Body and Face Oil was created from my desire to make one simple product with all of the herbs. Every product I make, I want it to be perfect. Coming up with names for our products is very important to me, we see it as once the name is given, the product has a destiny to be shared with the world. I named this body and face oil “Bhajan” because people who knew my father, can tell that this product has the same smell as him. Every time I see the bottle, I see love, and the aroma is so much like him. I had no intention to create it like that but it evolved by itself that way.
It contains both the vital energy of the plants and the positive energy from which it is created. The carefully selected plants are harvested at different times of the year to maximize their healing effects. The method of preparation combines dedication, love, and integrity with the purity of nature. The unique process of blending and brewing contributes to how well this oil delivers its therapeutic benefits.
How is the Bhajan Body Face and Oil created?
Firstly, premium quality plants are sourced and selected. In Ayurveda, a plant is regarded as containing five sections, each with medicinal value. Depending on the formula, between 1-5 parts of the plant are used, such as root, stem, leaf, flower and seeds. Then the plant is brewed for a number of hours. Over time moisture evaporates as the consistency of the plant changes, revealing the characteristic features of our oil and the radiant beauty that has been contained within it. Then it is bottled for your benefit.
The powerful Raja Restorative Hair Oil nourishes the scalp. Can you tell us how this deep scalp follicle hair treatment came into fruition?
Our products are for humankind and I saw a need for re-growing hair. Raja Restorative became the answer and acts as a scalp rejuvenator.
I find it fascinating that it takes many days to create the Raja Restorative, can you tell us a little bit more about the creation of this product?
It features bhringraj, known in India as the “King of Hair,” and it is also known for its miraculous effects. It helps with common concerns like receding hairline, baldness, dryness, and dandruff. It improves blood circulation in the scalp which helps revitalize hair follicles and promotes accelerated hair growth.
It is made by blending extracts of the bhringraj plant in an oil, similar to coconut oil. And again, as with all of my products, follow the Ayurveda way, where combinations of oils are infused with a combination of herbs. It is placed in a gigantic (heat-resistant) copper pot, as pots made from copper are ideal heat conductors. All of the ingredients are added and then they are slow-cooked for days and periodically stirred with a copper utensil. This slow process assures that the benefit of each ingredient gets infused properly.
Do you have a favorite herb, spice or aroma? If yes, why is it your favorite?
I do not just have one favorite, I have many. I love mixing smells, four or five scents at a time. Triphala, this might be my favorite actually because it is one of the most potent herbal remedies, with amazing healing powers. I also love turmeric. This golden wonder is a favorite because of its wide spectrum of medicinal qualities. It is so powerful. And then there is jasmine, I love jasmine!
Would you like to share one ancient beauty secret of Ayurveda that has never before been shared with the world?
Rehydrate and rejuvenate your skin with herbs for skin nourishment. The most effective ancient beauty secret is to apply oil to the face and body.By Kelly Krishna Dunn
We were very lucky to speak to Vinie Kaur, founder and CEO of Yogi Bath and Beauty Collection by Vinies Ayurveda™ . Yogi caters to people with a busy lifestyle by offering time-efficient and natural beauty products that will keep you feeling uplifted and beautiful. Yogi offers innovative formulations which contain over 30 potent, and effective, hand-picked herbs and plant extracts chosen for their potency. Every step in the preparation of their products is done with appreciation for the enlightening properties that transform your hair and skin.
Vinie Kaur was born to a traditional family in India immersed in ancient wisdom and healing technology. Her parents, Yogi Bhajan, Ph.D. and Bibiji Inderjit Kaur, Ph.D., raised Vinie in a home that integrated ancient Ayurvedic principles into nearly every aspect of their lives. Vinie learned from a young age the inherent healing and therapeutic benefits that are in natural herbs, aromas, and essential oils. Over her lifetime, Vinie has absorbed herself in the study of Ayurveda; she worked mindfully with her father and gained infinite knowledge of the secrets of Ayurveda. In her own journey Vinie believes that “What You Put On is What You Put Within.™”
Your dad was a big influence in your life. Can you tell us about one of your favorite memories?
One of my favorite memories is of my dad cooking. My dad LOVED herbs and spices and actually both of my parents were great cooks. My mom was a world renowned cook. They both looked at food as a healing supplement. When we were in Espanola, New Mexico, my dad would go into the kitchen, where there were hundreds of spices, to create an Ayurvedic meal. My dad opened this, then opened that, threw this in and threw that in, like the wit, wisdom and sorcery of a wizard. Food was always created in no less than an hour. We always had about 50 people around the house and they always knew when my dad was cooking, as it was always a feast! Everything was SPICY, we would all be sweating, we couldn’t breathe, and my dad would say “Good for you! See, this is how it is supposed to be!” 
The aroma, the kitchen, the prana, its aliveness, the energy of happiness, and the healing always created a therapeutic meal. When my dad was cooking everyone would go into the kitchen and say, “Wow this is Yummy Food Time!” These were my favorite meals, such majestic moments. It brings tears to my eyes… such a beautiful time.
What was it that inspired you to create the Yogi Bath and Beauty Collection?
It was through my daily practice that I learned how herbs and oils possess inherent healing and many benefits. When I began to experience the pains of Fibromyalgia, and I turned to Ayurvedic compounds, healing herbs and essential oils for remedies and used them in my daily ritual. I soon began to discover the miraculous healing ways of these elements that are held in the wisdom of the plant kingdom. As I began to heal, I noticed that not only did the herbal medicines and oil applications relieve the pain associated with the illness, but my hair and skin also regained its healthy vibrancy.
As I regained my vitality, I began exploring the vast fountain of health and beauty secrets contained within these ancient, potent compounds of Ayurveda and I started to dive deeper into the knowledge of these healing herbs and oils. I started small by preparing formulations for myself and my family. I was developing a depth of knowledge and there was so much passion in my heart to share this wisdom.
Tell us about the Bhajan Body and Face Oil you created?
Bhajan Body and Face Oil was created from my desire to make one simple product with all of the herbs. Every product I make, I want it to be perfect. Coming up with names for our products is very important to me, we see it as once the name is given, the product has a destiny to be shared with the world. I named this body and face oil “Bhajan” because people who knew my father, can tell that this product has the same smell as him. Every time I see the bottle, I see love, and the aroma is so much like him. I had no intention to create it like that but it evolved by itself that way.
It contains both the vital energy of the plants and the positive energy from which it is created. The carefully selected plants are harvested at different times of the year to maximize their healing effects. The method of preparation combines dedication, love, and integrity with the purity of nature. The unique process of blending and brewing contributes to how well this oil delivers its therapeutic benefits.
How is the Bhajan Body Face and Oil created?
Firstly, premium quality plants are sourced and selected. In Ayurveda, a plant is regarded as containing five sections, each with medicinal value. Depending on the formula, between 1-5 parts of the plant are used, such as root, stem, leaf, flower and seeds. Then the plant is brewed for a number of hours. Over time moisture evaporates as the consistency of the plant changes, revealing the characteristic features of our oil and the radiant beauty that has been contained within it. Then it is bottled for your benefit.
The powerful Raja Restorative Hair Oil nourishes the scalp. Can you tell us how this deep scalp follicle hair treatment came into fruition?
Our products are for humankind and I saw a need for re-growing hair. Raja Restorative became the answer and acts as a scalp rejuvenator.
I find it fascinating that it takes many days to create the Raja Restorative, can you tell us a little bit more about the creation of this product?
It features bhringraj, known in India as the “King of Hair,” and it is also known for its miraculous effects. It helps with common concerns like receding hairline, baldness, dryness, and dandruff. It improves blood circulation in the scalp which helps revitalize hair follicles and promotes accelerated hair growth.
It is made by blending extracts of the bhringraj plant in an oil, similar to coconut oil. And again, as with all of my products, follow the Ayurveda way, where combinations of oils are infused with a combination of herbs. It is placed in a gigantic (heat-resistant) copper pot, as pots made from copper are ideal heat conductors. All of the ingredients are added and then they are slow-cooked for days and periodically stirred with a copper utensil. This slow process assures that the benefit of each ingredient gets infused properly.
Do you have a favorite herb, spice or aroma? If yes, why is it your favorite?
I do not just have one favorite, I have many. I love mixing smells, four or five scents at a time. Triphala, this might be my favorite actually because it is one of the most potent herbal remedies, with amazing healing powers. I also love turmeric. This golden wonder is a favorite because of its wide spectrum of medicinal qualities. It is so powerful. And then there is jasmine, I love jasmine!
Would you like to share one ancient beauty secret of Ayurveda that has never before been shared with the world?
Rehydrate and rejuvenate your skin with herbs for skin nourishment. The most effective ancient beauty secret is to apply oil to the face and body.
Could you tell us about any future plans for Yogi Bath and Beauty Collection?
Yes, future plans include sharing new products, such as face masks, day and night creams, face and body toners, and much more! Click here to see what is coming soon.
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love, #krishna 

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By Kelly Krishna Dunn 

Full Moon in Scorpio: Cold Case Cracked Open 

Gateway to our True Depth. May’s Full Moon falls on the 10th/11th in the watery sign of Scorpio and holds extremely powerful and potent energy. 

Scorpio energy is all about transformation and reaching higher levels of consciousness. 

May 10th Full Moon in Scorpio will be intense, and not just because it’s Scorpio. Pluto retrograde Rx (Scorpio’s ruler) will trine the Sun in Taurus and make a sextile to the Moon. This adds an extra helping of Scorpio to an already serious culmination. This energy will be helpful all around for cracking open cold case files. Past crime or an accident that has not yet been fully solved.. Police departments discover around this time they are opening cold case units to re-examine cold case files for new information that could emerge from new witness testimony, re-examined archives, and new or retained material evidence. Not only is the investigator’s ultimate aim to resolve the cold case. This relates to your own emotional cold case that could benefit reexamination over a sustained period of time that translates into physical and emotional health well-being.
Full Moons are times of peak intensity – something has been building, and it will be eliminated  by Scorpio’s profound, unstoppable energy. The impact will be felt beneath the surface, so the result will be much more than a superficial change. 

Secrets and hidden motivations may be exposed. You see Scorpio has the potential to reach Divine levels of consciousness and in some cases the exact opposite. This full moon is likely to have a lasting impact on all Scorpios and others who have a rising sign, moon sign or Venus placement in Scorpio. It could be able to assist in opening consciousness and awareness up to a whole new level entirely. 

Happy Full Moon 

love, #krishna