Candle gazing—the ancient meditation practice of Trataka

Lavender scented candle with Amethyst candle ideal for Trataka candle gazing meditation

Candle gazing, or Trataka, is a technique used in yogic meditation practice. The word Trataka comes from Sanskrit, the ancient language of Hindu scripture meaning to look or gaze upon something. The technique involves focussing on a single point of vision. Historically this was typically an object of worship, or perhaps a flower, a distant … Read more