Mindful Living

Why Jewelry Still Makes The Best Gift
In the last few years the speed with which technology has integrated into our everyday lives is unparalleled in the history of human kind. Right from how we watch movies, to how we meet our dating partners, to how we...
The Anatomy of a Mala - Get to know your Mala Beads
Mala beads or a Mala as is commonly referred to, have grown in popularity over the years. If you have a yogi friend or are even remotely aware about meditation, then you might have noticed a unique accessory that Buddhists and Yoga practitioners carry with...
5 Benefits of Wearing Energy Bracelets
  Crystals and Gemstones are believed to have the ability to harness the desired energy, and that is the reason why so many of us try to incorporate crystals in our daily lives. Used as a tool in meditation, Mala Beads crafted out of...
Mala Beads as a Tool for Mindfulness
Mala Beads are a string of 108 beads, hand knotted individually which have been used as a traditional tool for meditation and mindfulness for thousands of years. You might have seen Mala Beads crafted out of gemstones, crystals, wooden beads, seed beads...
Ayurveda Benefits of Warm Lemon and Honey Water
Ayurveda is a compilation of ancient Indian texts and science behind concepts of holistic healing and for a healthy, vibrant mind and body. One of the most important tips we can adopt easily in our daily routine is drinking warm lemon...
Healing Benefits of Gemstone Energy Bracelets
Gemstones hold within the mysteries of ancient healing powers. Popular for centuries in various cultures, these mini gemstone energy bracelets are the perfect accessory for a beautiful expression of feminine energy in its most soothing form. Click on each photo...
5 Healthy Tips to Mindful Eating
Your diet is not only what you eat, its being mindful of each morsel which goes into your body, where it came from and how it will impact you. Food we eat should primarily be measured as a source of...
The Divine Relationship between Yoga, Ayurveda and Astrology
The relationship between sister sciences of Vedic studies Yoga, Ayurveda and Jyotisha, is a fascinating Sun-Moon-Earth experience. All these ancient sciences are bound by a foundational concept of the Five Natural Elements which exist universally, in the celestial world, the earthly...
Jyotisha ~ A Guide to Vedic Astrology and Celestial Bodies
Jyotisha Sanskrit ~ jyotisa translates to “the science of heavenly bodies” (Jyoti = light, heavenly body) is also known as Vedic Astrology and is considered to be one of the oldest systems of astrology in the world. Jyotisha practitioners believe that the...
Ayurveda ~ Ancient Science for Holistic Living
Ayurveda, the knowledge of life and longevity, is perhaps the oldest existing body of knowledge on the healing process. Said to be more than 5000 years old, the Sanskritword Āyurveda(आयुर्वेद)translates to “the knowledge of life and longevity” (Ayur = long...
How to choose your Jewelry with Mindfulness?
Since ancient times, gemstones, crystals and jewelry has been prized and sought after by humans and often revered and used during spiritual and royal events.  Gemstones and Crystals have been sought out for their mystical properties and women through centuries have...
Achieving Creative Breakthroughs in Vedic Astrology Chitra Nakshatra | April Pink Full Moon
Today, the Full Moon for the month of April occurs at a point in its orbit where it is nearest to Earth, appearing larger than average making it almost a “Supermoon.” It will be appearing on April 19th 2019 at...
The Fine Edge Collection ~ Ethical Diamonds Jewelry
The Fine Edge collection from our designer team at Sivalya is a new approach to Diamond Jewelry: Elegant jewelry classics with a modern vibe and fashionable energy.   The Fine Edge Collection, is a top of the line designer fine...
Fluorite Properties and Healing Powers of the Rainbow Keeper
Symbolizing protection and emotional strength, Fluorite is a beautiful crystal with a transparent and translucent manifestations of the Rainbow. There are times when it appears to be colorless yet there are times when it can be blue, purple, yellow, pink...
6 Ways of Repositioning Mindset from Goal Setting to Manifesting
From an early age, we are told that goal setting is the tool which will get us where we want to be in our lives. With our society’s focus on competition and being “the best” in every field of our...
Royal Lapis Lazuli ~ Properties and Healing Powers
Symbolizing Power, Wisdom and Strength Lapis Lazuli is a gorgeous crystal with celestial blue color and stands out royally in the world of gemstones. Its name is derived from the Latin word lapis meaning ‘stone’ and the Persian lazhward meaning...
How to Start Meditation – 5 Quick Tips for Beginners
Meditation as a calming and healing practice is gaining popularity at a fast pace all over the world. Whether it be young men and women in schools, yoga lifestyle enthusiasts or career folks taking some time out from work to...
Amethyst ~ The Crystal with Divine Healing Powers
Amethyst is probably the most popular healing crystal, well known for the properties it represents in field of spirituality, peace, and protection. Amethyst is a powerful crystal that works equally well in all planes – emotional, spiritual, and physical to...
6 Top Benefits of Yoga
With Team Sivalya, yoga is a way of life. We all strongly believe in the positivity and innumerable advantages yoga has to offer. Besides being the perfect way to ground yourself, yoga helps in reducing stress and increasing your general...
5 Powerful Mantras to Improve your Everyday Life
In Hinduism and Buddhism a mantra implies a phrase, a hymn or simply a slogan which is repeated multiple times to beneficial effects. A powerful mantra, when used properly and in the correct context, is capable of inducing powerful changes...
What Exactly are Healing Crystals...?
Healing is a word with mystical annotations and is usually associated or heard in connection with crystals. People across various cultures have been using crystals to manifest their deepest desires since ancient times. Many folks on the other hand, also...