Tools, practices and methods

The world is full of amazing tools that may be perfectly suited to accelerate our journey, but often we only discover them through chance encounters, and can lose years being stuck in sub optimal loops.

Our endeavor is to catalog a growing list of tools and eventually match them to you based on your context.

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Gatka

Gatka is a traditional martial art that originated in the Punjab region of India and is closely associated with the Sikh community. It involves the use of various weapons, primarily the sword (kirpan), but also includes sticks, daggers, and other traditional Sikh weapons. Gatka is not only a form of combat but also a spiritual practice, deeply intertwined with Sikhism and its teachings.

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Thang Ta

Thang Ta, also known as Huyen langlon, is a traditional martial art originating from Manipur, a northeastern state of India. It combines armed and unarmed combat techniques, incorporating the use of swords, spears, shields, and empty-hand techniques. Thang Ta is deeply rooted in Manipuri culture and history, with its origins dating back to ancient times.

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Shikantaza

Shikantaza is a form of Zen Buddhist meditation that emphasizes sitting quietly and attentively, without any specific object of focus or concentration. It's often translated as "just sitting" or "nothing but sitting." In Shikantaza, practitioners aim to maintain a state of open awareness, allowing thoughts, sensations, and experiences to arise and pass without attachment or judgment. The goal is to cultivate mindfulness, clarity, and insight into the nature of reality.

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“Eat That Frog!” Technique

The "Eat That Frog!" technique is a time management and productivity strategy popularized by Brian Tracy in his book titled "Eat That Frog!: 21 Great Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Get More Done in Less Time." The concept is a metaphorical way of encouraging people to tackle their most challenging or important task—referred to as the "frog"—first thing in the morning.

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Ikebana

Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arranging. It is a disciplined form of art that involves the arrangement of flowers, branches, and other plant materials in a harmonious and balanced way. Ikebana is a contemplative and meditative practice that seeks to create a connection between the arranger, the materials, and the environment.

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Anuloma pranayama

Anuloma Pranayama, also known as Alternate Nostril Breathing, is a yogic breathing technique that involves alternating the flow of breath between the left and right nostrils. This practice is believed to balance the body's energy channels, calm the mind, and promote overall well-being.

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Earthing

Earthing, is a therapeutic technique that involves doing activities that “ground” or electrically reconnect you to the earth. This practice relies on earthing science and grounding physics to explain how electrical charges from the earth can have positive effects on your body. The practice is thought to help balance the body's electromagnetic field, reduce inflammation, improve sleep quality, boost immune function, and promote overall well-being.

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River Meditation

River meditation is a mindfulness or meditation practice that involves focusing your attention on the metaphorical or imagined image of a river. This practice is often used as a way to cultivate a sense of calm, relaxation, and mental clarity.

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Ujjayi Breathing

Ujjayi breathing, often referred to as "Victorious Breath" or "Ocean Breath," is a yogic breathing technique commonly used in various styles of yoga, including Hatha and Vinyasa. The term "Ujjayi" comes from the Sanskrit words "ud," meaning "up" or "subtle," and "jaya," meaning "victory" or "success." This breathing technique is characterized by the sound it produces, which resembles the ocean waves.

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