Sanskrit for sacred circle, mandalas are an ancient art form dating back to Tibet over 2,500 years ago. The Tibetan Monks saw the mandala as more than a circle divided into an ornate design, they saw it as a representation of the Universe; a blend of different symbols and colors coming together, bonded by its center, to form in harmony.
Look at the Christian's usage of the labyrinth or marvel at the mandala healing ceremony performed by American Indians and you will find that the sacred circle has transcended its ancient roots. Many present-day religions and civilizations have come to view the mandala, with its gentle symmetry, as a symbol of the balance in nature, the unity within the world, and the harmony we all seek within our lives. Even the world renowned psychologist and founder of analytical psychology, Carl Jung was struck by the healing abilities of the mandala. Jung went on to write many papers about the subject and regularly used mandalas as a healing tool with his patients. Now this same restorative power is in your hands.
Coloring or creating mandalas is a simple process. Basically a form of active meditation, you suspend your inner dialogue while you draw images on a page or color a pre-made design. As with any form of active meditation you will be able to achieve the same calm, peaceful effects of traditional meditation without the difficulties of sitting still for hours at a time or trying to empty your racing mind. By meditating on a mandala, specifically the center of the design, a person can easily be drawn into the circle to find their focus, and most importantly keep that focus. Great for beginners or anyone short on time, mandala coloring books are a great way to introduce yourself to this healing process.
Coloring mandalas is a peaceful pastime used by a variety of peoples and institutions to heal the mind and the body. Today you will find mandala coloring and creation being used in nursing homes, elementary schools, cancer wards, and mental health facilities across the country. As someone who once struggled with both General Anxiety Disorder and Panic Disorder I know first hand the calming, meditative power of coloring a mandala. For free mandala downloads, go to my website at www.30minutemandalas.com and enjoy the power and simplicity of a mandala.
If you suffer from anxiety and speak to your doctor, he will probably suggest that you take medication. You need to make him understand what your problem is so that his answers can be very targeted.
Very often the usual feeling people have is that they are "forced" to take medication or to start a therapy without really knowing the reason why they have to do so.
That is why it is so important when you speak to your doctor to verbalize what your expectations are in terms of anxiety cures. Simply informing your doctor that you are struggling with anxiety and want to look into non-medication, or non-therapy anxiety cures can be helpful. Sometimes your doctor can point out prescriptions you are taking or lifestyle choices you are making that can increase anxiety.
You are thinking about taking yoga or pilate classes? By all means tell your doctor! Let him or her know what your real thoughts are before jumping on therapy or medication.
For example, you can say, "Doctor, I have been struggling with anxiety attack but i don't want to be on medication or go to therapy. I want to explore other ways to cure my anxiety problem without any medication, like for instance yoga or pilates."
You may be surprised that your doctor not only does know of other options, such as learning simple breathing and relaxation techniques, but is actually very supportive of you trying alternative types of anxiety cures. Do no wait for the tell-tale signs of anxiety attacks: act now.
Anxiety cures should never be those generic treatments given to zillions of people. Anxiety is something that is unique to you, the kind of life you are leaving and the person you are. Take action now as nobody is going to do it for you.
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