health manism and integrating it into my own work, I made the commitment to travel throughout the world to spread the essence of spirituality in a simple way, making it possible for Westerners to incorporate some of the important practises, which I outline in my seminars and retreats, into their everyday lives.” He wants to emphasise the unique experience of the individual — free from cultural, social and other such limitations — “so what I am doing is open to all and everyone, beyond religious, social and other affiliations.” Tony is visiting Gibraltar for the second time in November, as he had a vision that the people of Gibraltar are ready for deep transformation. He says there are many benefits derived from doing a meditation course, such as the more obvious ones related to health and wellbeing, and also gaining a new perspective in life. “I think the most important benefit is that one discovers the possibility to create a reality beyond limitations as you work through the limitations,” he adds. He envisions a great future, with more people embracing deep spiritual work, and hopes that through his work, “the evolution of human consciousness will bring many people from many nations to a reality of greater awareness and inner peace.” Tony’s talk, on the theme Pure Consciousness, will be held in Gibraltar on Saturday 13th November. For more information email info@ tonysamara.org or visit his website www. tonysamara.org. n
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Learn to Breathe...
Tony suggests this powerful, ancient breathing exercise, best done in fresh air, morning and evening. Practise it for two weeks, the results will speak for themselves, he promises. Then, if you like, practise it for the rest of your life!
1 Stand up tall or sit straight becoming
aware of your lower ribs and diaphragm. Feel your hands totally relaxed. Join together your thumb and index fingertips on both hands and squeeze gently.
2 Take in a slow deep breath through
your nose, making sure you feel the lower ribs and diaphragm expand and move outwards.
3 When you have filled your lungs and
diaphragm with as much air as possible force yourself to breathe in more, so that your body is expanded to the maximum.
4 Now let the air out slowly through your
mouth, keeping your lips partly closed so that a wind-like sound is audible throughout the complete exhalation of the breath.
5 When you have breathed out all
of the air, suck in the lower ribs and diaphragm so that you are contracted to the maximum.
6 Do this exercise 5-7 times in a quiet space.
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