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10 THINGS EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW
1- Women are the hope and destiny of the world. In the hands and  heart of the women of this world the power of transformation lies. An elevated and graceful woman can uplift the entire world. She can make of her child a king, a saint, a giver.-------------------------------------------------------------------- 2- As a woman you should be true to your own essence. " What does exploitation give to a woman?. It gives her frustration; frustration gives her vengeance; vengeance gives her jealousy; jealousy gives her negativity; negativity gives her rudeness; rudeness gives her loneliness and a broken relationship, broken heart, broken home, broken everything. When a woman is rude, her word is crude to her--her word, her very own word. So woman should basically avoid rudeness at every cost, because it does not fit her vibratory essence.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3- A woman has two arclines: the first runs between the two earlobes and across the front of the forehead; the second runs from nipple to nipple, between the breasts. The arcline provides protection by sensitizing you to danger. Women have a double arcline, therefore they have 16 times more sensitivity and capacity for intuition. The arcline is responsible for manifesting what you want to serve you in this lifetime; it serves as your magnet. Therefore, having a clear and strong arcline is vital toward manifesting your dreams, your goal and your destiny. It's also important for a creative, healthy and fulfilling sex life. The Arcline rules the pituitary, so yoga kriyas that work on the pituitary gland also strengten the arcline.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4- The Mother and the Sword. The female has two major aspects: Mother and Woman. The Mother is she who is unlimited compassion, forgiveness and nurturing; the Woman is she who sees through the veil of illusion and cuts through the duality of maya, with fearlessness and precision; she is the sword. These two aspects of the female must be applied consciously and continuously, through moment-to-moment awareness. When the female functions only from the Mother aspect, she becomes resentful and angry. When she functions only from the Woman aspect, the sword, she creates blocks, internal tension and stress. Each aspect in the extreme leads to agitation and illness and doesn't allow for the full expression of the female nature. Whether she is married or not, or has children or not, each female has these two aspects--and they must work in balance. For the female to bring the heavens to earth and maintain the heavens here, she must have a working balance of these two aspects.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5- Through the physical and mental practices of Kundalini Yoga a woman can achieve deep relaxation that helps to maintain inner peace and positive self-image. It is also especially helpful for the natural transitions of life. Most women who practice yoga do not have years of technical training or extraordinary flexibility. What women who practice yoga - yoginis- do have are the tools for accessing the depth and reality of their inner selves.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6- The Eleven Moon Centers and the Qualities they represent. Ancient wisdom teaches that a woman has eleven Moon Centers. These centers are located in different part of the body and relate directly to specific qualities that a woman uses to process her environment and emotions. Each woman has a unique path through which the Moon Centers cycle. Your psyche resides in each Moon Center, or waxes and wanes through different qualities, for 2 1/2 days. You complete the entire cycle in 28 days, roughly the same length of time as your menstrual cycle. Your unique Moon Center pattern does not depend on the actual phase of the moon or your menstrual cycle. This cycle and model can explain many patterns that have seemed so mysterious to us in the past. Every 2 1/2 days, when you cycle to a different Moon Center, you see the world through the quality of that center. As you Moon Center changes your mood will change. Arcline: When your hairline or arcline Moon Center is activated, you are at your best. You are outgoing, centered, authoritative, sensitive, all knowing, and neutral in your communication. You are the closest to your truth. You feel confident and self-assured. Things seem to flow and fall into place perfectly. This is a good time for anything, especially making important decisions, doing presentations, and working out relationships. Too bad it's for only 2-1/2 days. But by knowing when these days are, we can make the best of them. Navel Center: When the Moon Center in the navel or corresponding spot on the back of the spine is activated, security is the issue. If your Navel Center is weak, you will be insecure and very vulnerable to criticism. This is a good time to strengthen your Navel Center with Sat Kriya or Breath of Fire. It is also a good time to keep a diary, chant loudly for 31 minutes, go to a funny movie, or keep silence. You may be sorry if you have a serious discussion during this time. If your Navel Center is overly strong, you could be intimidating, alienating, or aggressive.
Thighs: When the Moon Center is in the lower organs or the thighs, you will be very confirming, productive, and have a high energy level. All of the details which may slip during the rest of the month seem like they have to be done, almost to the point of obsession. You may find yourself making lists of all the projects you dreamed about during the month and not be happy until they are all completed. Ear lobes: This is a time when you are the most analytical. You want to discuss values and what is important to you. It is a good time to work for a cause, join a political rally, or discuss what values you want to employ at work or at home. You need to be careful though, because you may be overly critical of both yourself and others. It is not a good time to make final decisions. Clitoris: When the Moon Center is in the clitoris, a woman is charming, talkative, sociable, and outgoing. This is a good time to wear a new dress to a party, make new friends, network, make telephone sales, or go to a meeting-anything in a social setting. You need to watch out for being cliquish by keeping your efforts inclusive and for the good of the whole. It is not a good time to balance your checkbook or figure out what is wrong in relationships at home or the workplace. Vagina: When the Moon Center is in the vagina, you may have the tendency to be social, but it will have a deeper quality to it. You will want to connect in a more intimate way, perhaps with a small group of people or with one other person. Some women don't want to be social at all. You may have feelings of emptiness and want to be alone. It is a good time to meditate, go within, and feel the Shuniya or zero-point. It is a good time to take a 'time out,' a break in the action, realizing that endings and beginnings are the same. Back of the Neck: When it is at the back of the neck, you are very romantic, like Valentine's Day for 2 ½ days. One flower can make you go crazy. You will take risks, be flirtatious and whimsical. It is a good time to try out new things; it is not a good time to make important decisions-the days when the Moon Center is in the arcline or thighs are better for that. Breasts: When it is in the area of the breasts/nipples you are compassionate, heart-centered, intimate, and giving to the extent of foolishness. You may want to watch out for boundary issues, because you will have a harder time saying "no." It is a good time to throw a party or visit an ill friend. It is not a good time to make important personal or business decisions. Lips: When in the lips, a woman's communication goes to the extremes. It can be either very effective or very ineffective. Your diet and spiritual practice are especially important at this time, to keep you in balance. If you tune into yourself, you can determine if it is a good time to speak up or to keep silent. Your words may uplift and inspire or alienate and destroy. You need to use your sensitivity and be cautious. If you feel insecure, angry, or resentful, it's better to keep silent. If you feel expansive and heart-centered, it's probably safe. If in doubt, be silent and meditate on more before speaking. During love-making, your lips may be very sensual. Cheeks: The "pinks of the cheeks" can be a most dangerous time because this is the time you will have a tendency to be emotional, commotional, and out of control. This is a very important time to eat well, do yoga, meditate, and pray for God's mercy. Don't say anything or do anything that could alienate those in your important relationships. Just when you want to go out of control, you need to use your discipline to be in control. Most likely whatever you feel at this time is an illusion. It will pass. It's not a good time to make important decisions. Eyebrows: The Eyebrows are a most sensitive part of the woman's body, because they are the most subtle part of the parasympathetic nervous system. When the Moon Center is in the eyebrows, you are very imaginative and illusionary. This is a good time to write a poem, play with a child, and brainstorm new ideas. It is a time of expansion, sowing seeds to sprout, and going beyond the ordinary. It is a good time to imagine a new business or plan of action. It is not a good time to make decisions or go on a shopping spree (you'll buy out the store). If you watch your diet, practice yoga and meditation, and maintain a positive attitude, you can observe your emotional tendencies at each Moon Center and not be a victim to them. You can study them to better understand your personality and then use them for your benefit. An added benefit is that stimulating your active Moon Center can be very sensually erotic in love-making. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7- "When you look sexy, you draw sex. When you look radiant, you draw God...Be honest. When you sit down in front of your mirror, ask yourself one thing: what am I dressing for? Dressing should be done to give you worth, not take it away from you."
~Yogi Bhajan--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8- Don't validate yourself based on the attention (or not) you receive from men. Validate yourself as a royal soul who walks in radiance and whose very presence is a healing force. As a woman you are inherently subtle, intuitive, sensitive and fine-tuned. To honor that you have to live in a way which supports your subtlety and grace. Set good boundaries and high standards. No one can do it for you but you.------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 9- Woman's Drink. This drink is said to keep a woman very healthy and help her through menopause. It is very strong and has a cleansing effect on the body. The lemon and ginger ingredients have a detoxifying effect on the liver, and the oil is supportive of your hormonal balance. Give it a try if you have a juicer (a blender will not be able to extract the juice from ginger), or have a juice bar at your health food store make one for you. Remember that this is using food as medicine, so start out with a few sips and build up to a full drink over time. ----2oz. lemon juice.----2oz.ginger juice.------1oz. sesame oil-----.Mix together in a juicer and enjoy!----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10- PMS Tea--A tea for Energy and Youth. 1 Teaspoon ground cardamom. 1 heaping tablespoon basil. 1 cup of water. Combine ingredients and boil for 20 minutes, adding more water if necessary. Add maple syrup or molasses for a sweetener. Make certain the tea is hot. Sip with a tablespoon. Start with a cup in the morning and one at 4pm. If it is helpful, additional cups can be taken at noon and at 8pm. | 
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