Sept. 9, 2024: Chakra Jewelry by Hope is now on sale at Breathe Body & Mind Yoga studio in Springfield, VA
Monday Morning Magic from Inkandescent® PR + Publishing Co. — I am thrilled to announce that my line of handmade colorful crystal gems, Chakra Jewelry by Hope, is now on sale at the Springfield, VA yoga studio, Breathe Body & Mind.
The necklace, bracelet, and earring sets for sale at this wonderful studio owned by Lynne Maloney focus on the seven chakras that run from Root to Crown and identify the energy centers of our body through which energy flows.
The collection includes red beads that help you embrace the power of your root chakra, as well as sparkling white and crystal gems that represent your highest chakra at the top of your head and your ability to be fully connected spiritually. Click here to view some of the collection.
The magic of Malas
One of my newest designs is a mala (photo here taken on Rehoboth Beach, photo by AnnaGibbs.com). Known as Japamala or Threngwa, malas are a string of beads commonly used to track mantras and focus the mind during contemplative spiritual practices. They have been used for thousands of years in India and Tibet and are useful tools for practitioners to keep their mind focused on the meditation, visualization, or mantra itself rather than on the number of recitations. Yoga practitioners also use malas to calm and balance the mind.
Malas can be used during meditation, worn as a necklace, or wrapped around the wrist as a reminder of one’s practice. They are a powerful tool for anyone looking to enhance their meditation practice and connect with their higher self. Anybody can benefit from adding a mala to their daily practice, regardless of their faith or belief system. Though we draw inspiration from Vajrayana teachings, we support logical and secular approaches to meditation and mindfulness.
Hope Katz Gibbs, creator, Chakra Jewelry by Hope
A traditional mala consists of 108 beads used to count mantra recitations. Some malas may also include “marker” beads, which orient the user of their position on the mala. The position of the marker beads varies between traditions or may not be used at all. Mala of Merit positions marker beads in the Tibetan style, dividing the mala into quadrants. A larger, more distinct bead called the guru bead is also sometimes included, which is not counted and indicates both the beginning and end of the mala. Some believe the guru bead represents the Buddha or the teachings of one’s guru.
Scroll down for details about buying Chakra Jewelry by Hope at breathebodymind.com.
Until next Monday: May your chakras spin with the earth’s energy and bring joy and peace into your life. — Hope Katz Gibbs, founder and president, Inkandescent® Inc. Inkandescent.us
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About Breathe Body & Mind Yoga Studio: A place of wellness where community is both its essence and its priority, Breathe’s mission is to be a homestead which fosters physical, mental, social and emotional well being, awareness, fitness, and balance to all who enter.
Owner Lynne Maloney explains: The majority of our classes are offered in the sunny and welcoming studio. We also offer an extensive on-demand video library with over 200 of our classes for you to do at your convenience. You will find weekly classes offering yoga, Pilates, barre, stretch and strength training, as well as some hybrid classes. Classes are of varying intensities and taught by trained and certified professionals. You can learn more about our instructors here.
Try us out (as many classes as you’d like) 3 weeks for $30. After that, you can stay on by using one of our many flexible membership options. We also offer personal training and private lessons to help you work towards specific goals or sometimes to just help you get up and moving!
“Our goal is to offer you a well-rounded mix of classes and workshops to benefit your mind and your body with focus on balance, stretching, core strength, flexibility, toning, aerobic conditioning and relaxation,” says Lynne. “This is your place to take care of you.”
- Are you new to Yoga, core conditioning or Barre?
- Has it been a while since you’ve taken care of yourself and moved your body?
- Do you want to increase your fitness level/stamina/focus/flexibility/balance?
Confused about where to start? Contact us: We’re here to help.