16 glasses of salty water hmmmm

After lots of preparations, we (BF and I) embarked on the ancient practice of Shanka Prakshalana, which clears all channels between the throat and the anus.  Drinking the 16 glasses of salty water was unexpectedly easier than I thought it would be,  and I appreciated the break every two glasses and the asanas (yoga postures).




Here is a recount of what I was feeling:

First four glasses:  Nothing much really, just an opening
Fifth and Six:  Wow! nothing is happening AT ALL
Seventh/Eight: Blotted, sleepy and going within
Ninth/Tenth: Things are moving, flowing, running to the bathroom....
Eleven/Twelve:   WOW! flowing, and my gut is making all sorts of noises
Thirteen/Fourtheen:  flow continues, and I begin to feel really thirsty
Fifteen Sixteen:  just flowing

All in all a very clearing experience, after which I was very thirsty (maybe because of so much salt)

A challenge for me was to do nothing all day afterwards, no reading, no computers, no going outside, and eating only the Khichdi, which tastes delicious by the way.  The 45 minute savasana without falling asleep was also surprisingly easy.

We bought organic, non-syrupy grape juice as I was not ready to prepare the solution suggested that involves boiling so many different juices.

Today in practice I thought I would feel light, and I suppose I did, but I also felt very tight.  The effects of these practices are felt over time... we shall see, I will blog updates.