Kanjini Devi has been a practitioner in the holistic healing arts since 1992 when she began facilitating meditation circles and guided journeys. In 1994, she trained in Massage Therapy and worked professionally with naturopaths, chiropractors and cranial osteopaths at Natural Harmony, a pioneer holistic health clinic based in Malaysia.

During the same year she was invited to teach Yoga in Kuala Lumpur based on her experience and background in this practice. She continued to deepen her own immersions in meditation intensives.

In 1998, she furthered her massage training in the US at the Monterey Institute of Touch, advancing her studies in Anatomy/Physiology and Deep Tissue Therapy. She also studied at Esalen (Big Sur, California) in both Cranio Sacral Therapy Level I and Level II with the Upledger Institute.

Kanjini teaches and practices all three levels of Reiki, specialising in Reiki training for spa staff at well established Spa Resorts.

Having practised and taught Yoga for several years she completed her teacher training (Yoga Alliance certified, completed 500 hrs +) at Yoga Thailand in 2004 with Paul Dallaghan (certified Ashtanga Yoga by Pattabhi Jois). She has also studied with Richard Freeman, John Friend and Louis Ellis.

Continuing to practice and teach different aspects of Yoga in private and group sessions, she specializes in the therapeutic application of yoga for the Ashstar Wellness Programs in Australia.

The focus of her teaching is to immerse oneself in the 'Essence of Yoga' and embody this in everyday living. When Yoga is truly experienced and understood on a deep level, abberrations of the Mind fall away and one's True Self is revealed... Tada Drashtuh Svarupe Avasthanam

This natural state of Being is experienced when the Mind becomes suspended through Yoga ... Yogah Cittas Vritti Niroddhah

Tom Burgess has been involved in the field of Holistic Health Care for over 16 years. He has trained and practiced in the UK, Australia and New Zealand. His approach is simple, smart and effective. By looking at the neurological systems the fundamental 'wiring' of the body we are able to isolate and correct the very cause of specific health issues and make real improvements to general Well-Being.

By addressing the 'cause' of the problem, rather than trying to cancel out the symptoms, Tom has helped hundreds of people to get well and feel great where conventional doctors have given up. At the Ashstar Wellness Programs we consider the complete picture - diet, posture, lifestyle, medical history, stress and most importantly the Mind-Body-Spirit connection. We understand the ongoing plans we put together for our clients need to be realistic enough for them to apply in every day life to maintain the benefits gained during their program.

Tom's special interests are Kinesiology, Neural Organization, Bio Feedback and Nutrition. For more details on the Ashstar Wellness Programs see www.wellness-detox-retreats.com.au

Holistic Treatments with Kanjini

These Holistic Treatments are available on request during your stay with us. They are also available to drop in guests when time and schedule permits.

CRANIO SACRAL THERAPY
Based on the 'Breath of Life' model, this approach is biodynamic and is focused on supporting and facilitating your body's systems of natural health. Simply by listening with the hands, your body is assisted to better able assimilate and integrate new patterns of healing. The body often responds by increasing mobility and volume in the cranio sacral system. Especially effective for unwinding pent up stress (dural torque) in the spinal column. One usually feels deeply refreshed and revitalized.

DEEP TISSUE THERAPY
Addresses postural imbalance and restores balance back to the musculoskeletal system by relieving hypertonicity and toning weak muscles.  Have been known to be extremely effective for treating frozen shoulders, repetitive stress injuries and general muscular pains and aches.

REIKI
Universal energy (Reiki) is transferred through the hands to promote deep relaxation in the recipient and assist the body in healing itself.  Trauma and emotional issues may rise to the surface to be acknowledged and resolved.  Helps to discharge the accumulation of negative energy and stress. One often finds oneself gliding into blissful, restful, altered states.

HOLISTIC ENERGETICS A synthesis of the different modalities above the session is mainly a dialogue with the Intelligence of the body. The intention being to facilitate the individual in integrating and expressing their true potential.

Also available - Reiki training in Levels I, II, Advanced & III

Reiki is an ancient spiritual practice that promotes healing on all levels.  The word Reiki also means Universal Energy or Life Force Energy that is abundantly present and readily accessible within the Physical Universe.

Reiki I (4 to 6 hours) -  Introduces you to the practice of Reiki and prepares you to heal yourself.  Guidelines are given on practicing Reiki on oneself and on others.

Reiki II (6 to 8 hours) – Introduces you to 3 symbols that activate different frequencies of healing. Enables you to go deeper into understanding yourself and letting go of any limiting beliefs/concepts. 

Reiki III (3 days) – Includes Advanced Reiki (4 to 6 hours) which introduces Universal Principles that lay a firm foundation for Reiki III. Empowers you to teach all 3 levels of Reiki with plenty of practice in giving attunements, the method in which the lineage of Reiki has been passed on since the 1800s.

Consultations with Tom

N.O.T. (neural organization technique) - 21st Century Structural Integration
The body is organized functionally into four primal survival systems which are generally known as the feeding, fight/flight, reproduction and immune systems. All physiological, neurological, vegetative and cognitive activities must function within or through these survival systems in an organized and integrated manner. Once your neurological system becomes impaired the basic function of muscle function breaks down hence the 'bad back', neck, leg, etc, etc and we begin to experience pain and/or lack of function. Or with an illness or dis-ease again your neurological integrity is failing and needs correction so health (balance) can return. Thanks to Dr Carl Ferreri DC we now have a system to make this possible.

Heart math If the body is in a Stressed State for any length of time, health is adversely affected. The 'fight or flight' response is activated, diverting blood flow away from the stomach and intestines to the heart and large muscle groups for the extra strength and stamina needed to fight or run. Gastrointestinal upsets and indigestion are common symptoms of stress. Not to mention that sustained periods of elevated blood pressure, heart rate and muscle tension burn vast amounts of the body's personal energy reserves. We will explore in-depth the subject of the Energetic Heart and use the HeartMath research and techniques to truly get back in touch with our Hearts and thus experiencing a more Stress-Less fulfilling Joyful existence.

Mind Body Spirit Harmonics Mind-Body-Spirit Harmonics is designed to give you a clear no nonsense usable platform to take responsibility for all areas of your life; thus allowing maximum Peace, Joy and Enthusiasm. Once we understand who we are and more importantly who we are 'not' we are then truly able to embrace our lives free from fear and confusion. Understanding how the Mind-Body and You all co-exist together in the Physical Universe and how the Reactive (knee jerk reaction) part of the mind may have persuaded You out of the 'drivers seat' leaving You confused and dejected.

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