When your mind and heart are truly open abundance will flow to you effortlessly and easily.

Question:

My mind is full of thoughts all the time even when I am sleeping I have the feeling that I’m thinking all the time about everything, about random things. Thus I do not have deep sleep nights, waking up very tired and restless. Even I find it difficult to meditate, I just cannot achieve a peaceful mind. Thank you.

Response:

In Ayurvedic terms, your anxious mind is an expression of too much vata. So what you need to do is calm down or pacify your vata in order to settle your mind enough to sleep and meditate… To balance Vata, make choices that bring warmth, stability, and consistency to your life. Try to get to bed before 10 pm, awaken by 6 am, and eat your meals at regular times. Avoid becoming chilled. Wear adequate clothing appropriate for the season and keep your head covered when the weather is cold.

Perform a daily self-massage using warmer, heavier oils like sesame and almond. Do light exercise that enhances balance and flexibility. Take care not to push yourself too far and exceed the limits of your energy. Fresh ginger root is beneficial and can be used frequently. During the cool weather, sip ginger tea throughout the day. Be certain that your bowels move regularly on a daily basis. Favor soothing, calming music. Touch and be touched regularly by the people you love. Get regular massages. See if these general points help your mind settle down.

Love,

Deepak