The Shakti Mat induces a state of well-being and deep relaxation
The Shakti Mat is a powerful tool for meditation and healing inspired by ancient Vedic wisdom and practice. Developed by a Swedish massage therapist, Reiki healer and yoga practitioner, this modern “bed of nails” stimulates your mind and body to work together for healing and self-discovery.
Each organic cotton mat is equipped with 230 (recycled?) plastic “flowers.” Together, their spiky “petals” comprise over 6,000 healing points. When you sit, stand or lie on the mat, these points act upon the pressure receptors and acupressure points in your body to release and unblock your own healing energy. They help your vital energy, or qi, flow more easily along meridians, or energy pathways, of your body. Releasing your blocked energy helps you let go of tension so you can relax and heal.
Awaken Your Body’s Ability to Heal Itself Healing
Stimulate the Healing Powers of Your Body
It may seem strange to use a bed of nails for pain and stress relief, but that’s exactly what many Shakti mat owners do! As you settle onto the mat, the spikes gently encourage your body to release its very own natural painkillers. They send nerve impulses to your brain which trigger the release of endorphins and other pain-relieving substances. You may also experience heightened levels of oxytocin (the hormone of love and well-being), leading to feelings of serenity, euphoria and deep relaxation.
Use the Shakti mat as a regular part of your daily routine to dissolve the tension and stress you accumulate during the day. Some people even fall asleep on the mat! Even if you don’t, you may find yourself sleeping more deeply at night and waking up refreshed and energized in the morning.
Regular Shakti mat users have reported therapeutic relief from:
- Neck and back pain
- Headaches
- Insomnia
- Fatigue
- Sports injuries
- Menstrual cramps
- Sciatica
- Stress and tension
- Muscle stiffness and cramps
- Poor circulation
- Digestive problems
- Arthritis
- Depression
The Shakti Mat is safe to use on its own or in combination with herbal, traditional or Western medicine for pain relief and to support the natural process of healing.
Enhance Your Yoga and Meditation
Take Your Yoga to New Heights
Experience a New Dimension in Your (Yoga) Practice (in your Meditation)
For thousands of years, Indian mystics used beds of nails made of wood and metal spikes to enhance their spiritual journeys. Now, modern-day disciples of yoga and meditation are discovering the secret benefits long known only to the most esoteric yogis.
The Shakti mat is the modern version of the Indian bed of nails. It’s gentler (and much more portable) then those ancient beds of iron spikes, but its results are just as profound. Use the Shakti mat during meditation to heighten awareness, increase your focus and induce a state of well-being and deep relaxation. It can also introduce an exciting and challenging new element to your yoga asanas.
Many practitioners experience a pleasant feeling of warmth while lying or sitting on the shakti mat. If you are troubled by cold while meditating you may be pleasantly surprised at how warm you remain while using the Shakti mat.
