Drops of Nectar [Unabridged, Audiobook] [Audio CD]

Shiva Rea (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 2003

One of the greatest healing benefits of yoga is the cultivation of amritachandra or "nectar of the moon," a restorative energy that serves as a powerful natural tonic for stress and overactivity. On Drops of Nectar, Shiva Rea guides listeners into six practices for immersion into this calming energy, including: Authentic moon salutations Three shavasanas (deep relaxation meditations) for after yoga sessions or any time one needs to replenish A special breathing technique to balance the flow of lunar and solar energies, and more. Suitable for both experienced yoga students and beginners alike, Drops of Nectar provides two hours of skillful guidance to experience this rejuvenating dimension of yoga any time and anywhere.

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From the Publisher

As a complement to one’s existing yoga practice – or used on its own – Drops of Nectar will serve as valuable resource for anyone seeking to explore the healing traditions of yoga.

About the Author

Shiva Rea teaches yoga at workshops and retreats worldwide. She has studied many forms of yoga and dance in India, Africa, Nepal, Jamaica, and Bali. She is a well-known contributor to Yoga Journal and holds an MA in Dance from UCLA’s World Arts and Cultures Program, where she also teaches.

Product Details

• Audio CD
• Publisher: Sounds True, Incorporated; Abridged edition (April 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1591790522
• ISBN-13: 978-1591790525
• Product Dimensions: 0.4 x 0.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #184,765 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #32 in Books > Books on CD > Health, Mind & Body > Fitness

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75 of 75 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Brilliant CD from a Yogini and Guru - Essential, October 20, 2003

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Stuart Rice "Education Executive, Yoga Advent... (Tempe, AZ) - See all my reviews
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Shiva Rea, consummate Yogini and creator of several audio CD and video products, provides one of the most essential relaxation CDs for any collection. Versed in several styles of yoga, Shiva Rea brings to bear her formidable experience, sensitivity, and soothing interlocking of words and music on Drop of Nectar. This is an essential CD of Shiva's, and for anyone who is overstressed, distracted, and in need of sweet release.

The 2 CD set consists of a set of practices that encourage relaxation and healing; this CD focuses on the Lunar side of Hatha (Sun/Moon) Yoga. Fortunately, neither a background in yoga nor a desire to start a consistent practice is necessary to enjoy the exercises. The first CD contains a Moon Salutation (Chandra Namaskar), the lesser known sister of the Sun Salutation (Surya Namaskar). Shiva guides the listener through the set of movements, with phrases associated with honoring women and feminity. The following track provides the phrases, with no guidance, allowing the listener to use the track for either the Moon Salutation or just for relaxing to. There are 2 relaxations (or Shavasanas) that are backed with beautiful, ethereal music, and with an opening poem or offering by Shiva, with the remainder of the track dedicated simply to the music (one is 6 minutes, the other over 13 minutes).

Other highlights of the CD set are the "Secret Tennis Ball Society," a stress-release technique using a tennis ball to soothe the muscles and stimulate pressure points. There is a "Yoga Nidra" or "Yogic Sleep" meditation that will encourage incredibly deep body awareness and relaxation. A set of guided breathing exercises that cleanse the body and mind, and rejuvenate the body are also included. Throughout all of the tracks, Shiva's soothing tone, thorough explanations, and generous sprit are all evident in overabundance. This CD is meant for anyone who craves release from pressure and stress, and is looking for techniques to achieve a richer experience in their relaxation and a deeper night's sleep.

30 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Drops of Preciousness. Absolutely Lovely!!!, January 9, 2005

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YogaKat "YogaKat" (Oregon United States) - See all my reviews
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This is my first Shiva Rea CD and I love it! I have been using her new DVD called Yoga Shakti and decided to try this CD after thoroughly loving her DVD :o) 2 CDs and a 14-page study guide are included.

You have your choice of two Chandra Namaskar sessions. (Moon Salutation. Similar to Sun Salutations, but slower and renewing.) One is 15-min and the other 11-min. I do them together. This CD doesn't include a lot of yoga postures, but is a wonderful compliment to either the Chandara Namaskar's included or your own yoga practice.

Included on disk one is a 15-min. breathing session called Nadi Shodhana Pranayama. There are just enough verbal instructions (even for beginners), but not too much. Oh, and by the way, the music is absolutely beautiful throughout the CD. So many meditation CD's do not include music. Speaking of meditation, you get a 17-min Meditation along with 3 different Shavasana's (6-min., 7-min, and 13-miin) and a 19-min. Yoga Nidra session.

I haven't tried the Tennis Ball massage session yet, but from the previous reviewer it sounds lovely too. You can't go wrong with this purchase whether you're new to yoga, mediation, and breath work or someone with years of experience. Shiva Rea's voice is very soothing and her instructions are very clear and not too lengthy so you can enjoy the beautiful music.

I'm so glad to discover Shiva Rea's works. I look forward to trying her other CD's and any new DVD's that are released. Namaste'

23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Pure Bliss, November 30, 2003

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Cathey Chesney "Beach Yogini" (Somewhere Warm) - See all my reviews
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Shiva Rea--I can't wait to see what she comes out with next! On the first CD, first track is a moon salutation--Chandra Namaskar, beautiful, honoring women and the female aspect of divinity. I do this salutation 2-3 times on the days when I my body is telling me it doesn't want to be put through a vigorous power yoga workout. When done, I find I am warmed up and stretched out very nicely! I then started teaching it to my students and they loved it also--they consider it like reciting poetry while doing yoga. The tennis ball massage is also the greatest--these two tracks mentioned above make this CD worth buying but the rest of the tracks on the album are a treat also-relaxing savasanas, meditation and poetry with Shiva's beautiful, soothing voice.