Soma

In Vedic tradition, Soma refers to a drink made from the extract of a mysterious and sacred plant. As mentioned in The Rig Veda, this drink is believed to be a life-giving elixir that bestows immortality on those who consume it. Soma is the nectar of life which rejuvenates and restores the body and mind to create health and longevity. This amrita gives you more vitality, vigor, and strength and nourishes your mind and body. It is thought to feed not only the cells and DNA of the body, but also the mind and consciousness. Soma is vital to the creation of Ojas, an essential energy responsible for vitality, health and wellness, without which, it is not possible to maintain Prana (life force energy). You can increase your soma by ingesting ingredients that build tissues and nourish your body’s cells. In the body, Soma

is secreted from the pineal gland and the neurotransmitter serotonin during deep states of meditation. This nectar is associated with feelings of bliss, content and nourishment and is thought to drip down and mingle with the heart chakra, aligning the heart and mind.

SOMA NECTAR

Haldi Doodh is an ancient healing remedy commonly used in India to treat fever, colds, cough, and boost immunity. In the western world, Haldi Doodh is commonly known as Golden Milk or Turmeric Milk. Our Soma Nectar recipe follows a traditional Haldi Doodh formulation to activate the medicinal qualities of key herbs and spices designed to nourish the body.

Drinking warm Haldi Doodh has many health benefits and is often used as an alternative remedy to boost immunity and relieve illness. These benefits include…

• Rich in antioxidants

• Helps build immunity

• Reduce inflammation and joint pain

• Reduce the risk of cancer

• It has antibacterial, antiviral, and, anti-fungal properties

• Cures sore throat, cough, and cold

RECIPE FOR HEALTH & LONGEVITY

Follow this recipe to make a comforting and nourishing cup of Soma Nectar…

1. Heat 8 ounces of preferred milk

2. Add

   • 1 1/2 - 2 tsp of Soma Nectar

   • 1/2 tsp of coconut oil or ghee

   • sweetener to taste

soma meditation practice

Ojas is the ultimate energy reserve of the body and mind. It is the force that enables us to sustain change over time. Robust ojas acts as a soft shielding, helping us ward off stress and disease brought on by physical pathogens as well as emotional distress. Ojas is the most important element for most of us to cultivate. There are many simple ojas-building practices that you can begin to work into your daily routine.

Banyan Botanicals shares this exercise to help you feel the strength of your energy reserve.

1. Find a comfortable position and close your eyes.

2. Take a few deep breaths. Relax for a minute, allowing your breath to deepen and smooth out.

3. Now slowly start to draw your attention away from your thoughts, emotions or aches. Bring your awareness down into your belly, holding it there until you feel sensation.

4. Slowly, bring your awareness into your heart.

5. Remember a moment in your life when you felt very deep love. When you add love to your point of focus, it builds your ojas.

6. Bring that moment fully to mind and notice where you feel the sensation of love in your body. Allow this sensation to move, to expand and permeate every cell of your being. When you grow the feeling of love inside your body, you boost the power that enables you to remain strong and wise in the face of heartache, disease and change.

7. Relax into this loving container, watching how, over and over again, you will gain and lose the feeling, and how you can refocus and experience your inherent enduring, sustaining power.