Welcome to Dhara!
When we are well our body, mind and spirit are in balance. We know we are in balance when we are able to be present and aware, our life flows with ease and we are in harmony with the world around us. With the correct combination of rest, nutrition, exercise, work and play we begin to understand ourselves better and are able to make healthier choices.
Dhara, a nonprofit participating in the FJC Fiscal Sponsorship Program, teaches healthy living and wellness practices to bring balance to low income individuals living with various emotional and mental health issues. Because Dhara understands wellness to be about self-empowerment and taking action in our own healing process, programming is targeted towards those who are interested in becoming more active in their healing and recovery. Through accessing and providing foundational alternative self-healing techniques and strategies to those frequently not provided such opportunities, Dhara works towards including everyone in a wholistic approach to self-healing.
When the practices taught are integrated into daily life relaxation, focus, centering and sustained energy result. Participants in this work find a “rooted and ever-flowing” course that uplifts their lives and supports them to begin to realize their dreams through productive action.
Here is a short video where you can learn Ujjayi Breath, a powerful life-changing breath from ancient India that is easy to learn and use:
Jenna Ritter, founder of Dhara, teaching Ujjayi Breath.
For more information, contact Jenna Ritter at: jenna@dharanyc.org
By integrating ujjayi breath into daily life the pressure of stressful situations are lessened and feelings of relaxation and being more in the present moment are increased. This breath is at the basis of Eastern healing practices and is taught in many yoga studios.
Unless you have severe asthma or other respiratory issues, ujjayi breath will come very easily, as it is a natural happening. If you are having difficulty learning it you may be trying too hard. Be easy with yourself, be gentle, and let the breath come. With practice you will begin to notice many benefits. Welcome to the healing power of your very own breath!
