Butter Mushrooms and Peas Masala

Ingredients:

•   Mushroom - 2 cups (diced)

• Peas - 1 cup (boiled)

• Onion - 2(chopped)

• Tomato - 3 (chopped)

•  Ginger garlic paste - 1 tbsp

• Garam masala - 1 tsp

• Chilli powder - 1 tsp

• Coriander powder - 1 tsp

• Cashewnut and Pumpkin seeds paste - 2 tsp

• Butter - 2 tsp

• Oil - 4 tsp 

• Salt - to taste  

• Coriander leaves - ¼ cup

• Kasuri methi(Dried Methi) - 1/2 tsp

• Water according to the consistency required

• Tomato Ketchup - 1 tsp

Method:

1. Heat Oil in a thick bottom pan.Add chopped onions. Saute till they turn light brown. Then add chopped tomatoes. Saute the mixture till the tomatoes become soft.

2. Cool the above mixture and grind it into a paste.

3.Take another pan.Heat oil , butter and the add ginger garlic paste. Saute till the paste becomes trasclucent. Then add the above mixture.

4. Cook the mixture till the oil leaves it sides. Add kasuri methi,cashewnut and pumpkin seedds paste.

5.Add the rest of the masalas with salt.

6. Then Pour little water and add mushrooms. Please note ,do not ass much water as mushrooms leave water.

7. Then add peas and let it boil on low flame for 5 to 7 mins.

 8. Garnish with coriander leaves and butter.

Dandruff Problem

Dandruff is the shedding of dead skin cells from the scalp.Dandruff has become a big problem to all men and women as it is sometimes associated with inefficient hair care. But nothing could be further from the truth - anyone who has dandruff knows that! but still isn't able to find a good solution.  If you're troubled by that snowy, dust-like stuff that falls from scalp to shoulders, you should understand that everyone has dandruff to some degree.

Dandruff causes bad itching on the scalp and looks dirty on the hair. When severe it weakens the roots of the hair because the roots cannot breathe with the coverage of scalp with this so give hot oil massage to your hair with good moving circulations. You can put hot oil (bearable) on the scalp with a cotton dab. Now use your fingertips to give circulating motions to your head. It reduces the dandruff because it increases the blood circulation and prevents hair from the fall. Dandruff can be a cause of premature graying of hair so take it seriously and don't ignore. For better results you can take anti dandruff oil easily available in the market to use on your hair.

Hormonal imbalance and stress too causes dandruff at times so one should keep a check about them. Seek a professional advice if you are suffering from the hormonal imbalance. Eat healthy food to fulfill the deficiency in your body.

Avoid intake of oily food in your diet and cut off the consumption of tea and coffee. Vitamin E, vitamin B- Complex and zinc supplement helps in case of severe dandruff but one should take medical advice before starting consuming these vitamins. They can be taken in natural forms in any way without any harm to the body.


Following are home remedies for treating Dandruff:

1.Give ur hair a rinse with diluted 50/50 concoction of apple cider vinegar and water at the end of each time ur wash ur hair.

2. Use egg yolk 1, yogurt 1 tsbp . mix and apply for 10 mins and wash out with an anti dandruff shampoo. Oil your hair 1hr before applying this mixture.

3. The use of fenugreek seeds is one of the most important remedies in the treatment of dandruff. Two tablespoons of these seeds should be soaked overnight in water and ground into a fine paste in the morning. This paste should be applied all over the scalp and left for half an hour. The hair should then be washed thoroughly

4.A valuable prescription for removal of dandruff is the use of green gram powder. The hair should be washed twice a week with two tablespoons of this powder mixed with half a cup of curd.

5.Dandruff can be removed by massaging the hair for half an hour with curd which has been kept in the open for three days, or with a few drops of lime juice mixed with amla juice every 

morning. Keep it for 30 mins and wash it with a mild shampoo.

 6.Tea tree oil, rosemary oil and geranium are very helpful in reducing dandruff. You can add few drops of them into your massage oil and apply this mixture on your head; it will reduce your problem of dandruff.

7.You can apply henna on the scalp by aiding lots of curd and lemon juice to it. You can even mix some tea water in the mixture when making the paste. Eggs if added to the henna paste and applied on the scalp, helps in reducing the dandruff.

So a little awareness, more prevention and most important protection can help you to get rid of the dandruff problem and give you healthy hair.

Satyanarayan Pooja

The Satyanarayan Puja is a Hindu religious observance. It is a ritual performed by Hindus before/on any major occasion like marriage, house warming ceremony etc. It can also be performed on any day for any reason.

The Satyanarayana Puja is usually done on the Purnima day of every month (the day of the full moon) or a Sankranti.

Satyanarayana vrat is the easiest and most inexpensive way of self-purification and self-surrender at the lotus feet of Hari. One who observes it with full devotion and faith is sure to attain his heart's desire.

The katha is dedicated to Lord Vishnu in his manifestation as Lord Satyanarayan.

Ingredients for performing Katha or Pooja:

Panchamrit(Milk,Ghee,Curd,Honey and Sugar)

Kutti for prasad(Wheat Flour,Ghee and Sugar)

Coconut,Bananas or any other fruit

Flowers

Tulsi

Idols of Laxmi and Narayan

Diya

Dhoop,Agarbatti

Rice grains with KumKum powder

Method of Performing Katha:

The puja starts by a prayer to Lord Ganesha, to remove all obstacles that may occur as a result of incorrectly performing the puja. This is done by chanting all the names of Lord Ganesha and offering prasad (a food offering, usually consisting of one of Lord Ganesha's favorite foods - modak, a sugar and coconut mixture, or laddu) and the showering of flower petals.

Another part of the prayer involves a prayer to the Navagraha's - the nine important celestial beings in the universe. They consist of Surya (the Sun), Chandra (the moon), Angaaraka/Chevaai (Mars), Budha (Mercury), Guru aka Bruhaspati (Jupiter), Shukra (Venus), Sani (Saturn), Rahu (the head of the Demon snake), and Ketu (the tail of the Demon snake).

The rest of the puja consists of worship to Satyanarayana, an extremely benevolent form of Lord Vishnu. First "panchamritam" is used to clean the place where the deity is placed. After placing the deity in the correct position, Satyanaraya swami is worshipped. Names of Satyanarayana are chanted along with offering of a variety of prasad (including a mixture of milk, honey, ghee/butter, yogurt, sugar) and flower petals.

Another requirement of the puja is that the story of the puja be heard among all those observing and partaking in the puja. The story involves the origin of the puja, the benefits of it, and the potential mishaps that may occur with the careless performance of the puja.

Chakra Dhyana

 The Chakra Dhyana is an ancient meditation that cleanses and opens the 
seven major energy centers in the body, also known as Chakras.

This powerful meditation clears, activates, energizes and awakens the 
Chakras, or major energy centers of the body. By focusing awareness on 
each chakra while chanting the 'sound frequency' of that energy center, 
the chakra is healed and activated to it's full potential, clearing past
 traumas and bringing balance to the mind, body and soul. The activation

 of these chakras also has a physical counterpart  i.e. various 

regions in the brain are stimulated leading to a more holistic 

 view towards life. The Kundalini energy awakens and flows through

 these chakras  energising the whole pranic body which directly

 energises the physical body.

This simple meditation, when practiced regularly, will enhance and 
deepen your connection to yourself and all that is, and create more 
energy in your daily life. 

Sit with your eyes closed, spine erect but not rigid Rest your hands 

on your thighs with palms facing up, index fingertips touching the tip 

of each thumb for the first three chakras, touching the middle joint 

of each thumb for the fourth & fifth chakras and the base of the thumb

 for the sixth & seventh chakras.

 As we come to each chakra, focus your attention on the indicated area of your body.

 With each exhale chant themantra that is given in a slow, elongated fashion. 

Begin with the root chakra (Mooladhara) and work upward to theCrown (Sahasrara). 

At the end always allow the energy to ground, flowing down through your body,

 and spend a few minutes in meditation or lie on your back in shavasan.

1. Begin with the Mooladhara chakra, located at the perineum

midway between your anus and genitals.

Say "Om Mooladhara".

Visualize its red color. Slowly repeat "Lang" (pronounced lung)

for a few minutes, then visualize the chakra turning liquid

gold as you say "Kundalini, arohanum" several times.

It is the base for awakening the kundalini, the life energy. lncreases stability.

2. The Swadhisthana chakra, located in the genital

region or at the base of the spine.

Say "Om Swadhisthana".

Visualize its orange color. Say "Vang" (pronounced vung)

for a few minutes, then visualize the chakra turning liquid

gold as you say "Kundalini, arohanum" several times.

lncreases self control and sensitivity.

3. The Manipura chakra, located at the navel.

Say "Om Sri Mani Padme Hum".

Visualize its yellow color. Say "Rang" (pronounced rung)

for a few minutes, then visualize the chakra turning liquid

gold as you say "Kundalini, arohanum" several times.

Awakens intensity and passion, essential for sound health and physical power.

4. The Anahata chakra, in the center of your chest,

your spiritual heart.

Say "Om Anahata".

Visualize its green color. Say "Yang" (pronounced yung)

for a few minutes, then visualize the chakra turning liquid

gold as you say "Kundalini, arohanum" several times.

 Centre of feeling, love and compassion.

5. The Vishuddhi chakra, located in your throat,

at the Adam's apple or the epiglottis.

Say "Om Vishuddhi".

Visualize its blue color. Say "Hang" (pronounced hung)

for a few minutes, then visualize the chakra turning liquid

gold as you say "Kundalini, arohanum" several times.

Evokes surrender, Sacredness, opens up the mystical dimension.

6. The Ajneya chakra, located between our eyebrows.

Say "Om Ajneya".

Visualize its indigo color, the color of the original

  blue jeans prior to washing them. Say "AUM"

in a 3-2-1 ratio. "A-A-A-O-O-M" for a few minutes, 

 Centre where the solar and lunar energies synchronise, essential tor the flowering of Intelligence and awareness, Increases memory and concentration.

7. The Sahasrara chakra, located at the center

of the top of your head.

Say "Om Sahasrara".

Visualize its violet color, pastel purple.

Say "Ogum Satyam Om" for a few minutes, then

visualize the chakra turning liquid gold as you say

"Kundalini, arohanum" several times.

 then visualize the chakra turning liquid gold

as you say "Kundalini, arohanum" several times.

Flowering of this chakra leads to a state of complete union with the Cosmic Consciousness or Enlightenment.

Lie Down in Shavasan

  Lie down with your eyes closed immediately 

after the meditation, 

and relax for at least 10 or 20 minutes, or as long

as you like. Yoga's Corpse Pose, Shavasan, is good for this 

(eyes closed, on your back with arms loosely to the sides, 

palms up, legs slightly apart). Let go. Enjoy. Notice the 

dynamics of the energy in your body as the kundalini flows.

 May your lives become very prosperous and blissful.

 

 

 

Pranayama(cont'd)

In our last post we had posted about the following Pranayams:-

• Nadi Sodhana
• Shitali Pranayama
•  Bhastrika pranayama
•  Kapalabhati Pranayama
•  Ujjayi Pranayama
• Dirga Pranayama

Today we shall cover the rest of the following Pranayams:-

• Bahya Pranayama :

         Breathe air out, touch chin to chest, squeeze stomach completely and hold for a while.  

         Release chin, breathe in slowly. 

         Repeat 3 to 5 times.

• Bhramari Pranayama:   

         Close ears with thumb, index finger on forehead, and rest three on base of nose touching  

         eyes.

         Breathe in. And now breathe out through nose while humming like a bee.

         Do this three times.

• Udgit pranayama:-

       Breathe in deeply, and chant OOOOOOm (long   O and small m).

       Do this 3 times.

 Benefits Of Pranayama For Functioning Of Body Organs.

• Better functioning of autonomic system improves the working of lungs, heart, diaphragm, abdomen, intestines, kidneys and pancreas.
  
• Digestive system improves and diseases pertaining to digestive organs are cured.
  
• General irritability due to lethargy/ fatigue vanishes.
  
• By pranayama practice all body organs gets more oxygen, toxins are removed from body, therefore onset of various diseases is prevented. Pranayama strengthens the immune system.

              Practising Pranayams on regular basis cleans the mind,body as well as soul.


One develops good and pious thoughts. There is more compassion and mind stays calm and cool. The negativity is gone from the mind.


Apart from this it cures Hypertension,diabetes,thryoid as well as stress related problems.


The face glows and so does the soul.It becomes more beautiful.

     

Navratri....Jai Mata Di..

‎

 The word Navaratri literally means nine nights in Sanskrit, nava meaning nine and ratri meaning nights. During these nine nights and ten days, nine forms of Shakti/Devi are worshiped. The 10th day is commonly referred to as Vijayadashami or Dussehra.

Navaratri represents celebration of Goddess Durga, the manifestation of Deity in form of Shakti [Energy or Power]. The Navaratri festival or ‘Nine Nights festival’ becomes ‘ten days festival’ with the addition of the last day, Vijayadashami which is its culmination. On all these ten days, the various forms of Mother Mahisasura-mardini (Durga) are worshipped with fervor and devotion.

1.First Day: Kalasha Sthapana (Ghatasthapana) – Prathami Puja or Padyami Puja – Installation of earthen pot. Green color is used. The Goddess of first day in Navratri will be dressed in Green colored saree.

2.Second Day: Preethi Dwitiya (Preeti Vidiya) – Ashwin Shukla Dwitiya. Grey colour is used. The Goddess of second day in Navratri will be dressed in Grey coloured saree.

3.Third Day: S...t...hana Vriddhi Gauri Vrata – Ashwin Masa Shudda Tritiya (Aswayuja Shukla Thadiya) -Sindhoor Tritiya. Sowbhagya Teej. Pink colour is used. The Goddess of third day in Navratri will be dressed in Pink coloured saree.

4.Fourth Day: Bhouma Chaturthi – Ashwin Masa Shudda Chaturthi (Ashwayuja Shukla Chavithi). White colour is used. The Goddess of fourth day in Navratri will be dressed in White coloured saree. 

5.Fifth Day: Upang Lalitha Gauri Vrata (Sri Lalitha Panchami or Maha Panchami) – Ashwin Shudda Panchami. Red color is used. The Goddess of fifth day in Navratri will be dressed in Red coloured saree.

6.Sixth Day: Maha Sashti – Ashwin Shudda Sashti – Ashwin Shudda Sashti. Blue colour is used. The Goddess of sixth day in Navratri will be dressed in Blue coloured saree.

7.Seventh Day: Maha Saptami – Ashwin Shudda Saptami – Triratra Vrata Aarambha Utsava Puja (Trirathrotsavam). Yellow colour is used. The Goddess of seventh day in Navratri will be dressed in Yellow coloured saree.

                                                                  

 8.Eighth Day: Durga Ashtami (Maha Astami) – Ashwin Shudda Astami – Sri Maha Durga Puja – Goddess Saraswati Mata Puja. Violet color is used. The Goddess of eighth day in Navratri will be dressed in Violet colored saree. 

                                                  

9.Ninth Day: Maharnavami Puja (Maha Navami) – Suhasini Puja – Ayudha Puja – Kanya Puja or Kumari Puja – Ashwin Shudda Navami. Peacock Green color is used. The Goddess of ninth day in Navratri will be dressed in Peacock coloured saree.

10.Tenth Day: Vijaya Dashami (Dussera/ Dasara/ Dussehra)Mahishasura Vadha-Ashwin Shudda Dashami. Every year for Vijayadashami celebrations Red colour is used. The Goddess of tenth day in Navratri will be dressed in Red coloured saree.

Pakora (Chickpea Batter fried into round balls) Curry

Ingredients for Pakora:

• 1 1/2 cup gram flour

• 1 small onion(chopped)

• Coriander leaves(chopped)

• 2-3 Green chillies(finely chopped)

• Salt to taste

• Red chilli powder as per taste

• 1 small pinch ajwain(also known ascarom, ajowan, or bishop's weed)

• Oil for frying

• Water

• Small pinch of saunf or kernnel seeds.

•  1 tbsp of Hot oil in the batter

Ingredientes for Curry :

• 1 tsp jeera 

•  3 medium size tomatoes

• 1 small onion

• 1 green chilly( as  per taste) 

•  1 tsp red chilli powder

• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder

• Coriander Powder 2 tsp

•  4 curry leaves

• Coriander leaves and onion to garnish

Method:

•  Mix all the ingredients listed under Pakora section,till a batter of medium consistency is obtained

• Heat the oil in frying pan or kadai,and slide in ,spoonful of the above batter,one by one in hot oil .

• Fry the pakora on medium to low heat till almost done

• Then take out the pakoras,break them into two or three pieces(depending about the size of original pakora) and fry them again on medium to high heat till crisp golden brown in color

• For curry ,  take tomatoes,small onoin and green chilly. Grind them into a fine mixture.

•  Heat 1tspn of  oil in a pan or kadai and add curry leaves, jeera and the above mixture.

•  Once the raw smell of tomatoes is gone,add red chilli,turmeric and coriander powder.

• Cook the mixture well and add water and salt.

• Let it simmer for few minutes till rawness of Masala is gone.You may need to add some more water.But remember the curry should be watery as pakora  do absorb water

• Add pakora and let them simmer just for few seconds or else they will turn soggy.You can also heat the curry till boiling point,and pour it over pakoras directly in serving bowl .

•  Garnish with coriander leaves and onion.

Pranayama

 

Pranayama  is a Sanskrit word meaning "extension of the prana or breath" or more accurately, "extension of the life force".

It is very aptly said ,"To watch your MIND, watch your BREATH".

Therefore we should take out some time and do some pranayams. It will blow away our problems.

Following are the types of Pranayamas:

• Nadi Sodhana
• Shitali Pranayama
• Ujjayi Pranayama
• Kapalabhati Pranayama
• Digra Pranayama
• Bhastrika Pranayama
• Bahya Pranayama
• Bhramari Pranayama
• Udgit pranayama
• Agnisar Kriya

Instructions on How to Perform Pranayama Yoga

Nadi Sodhana: It is otherwise known as Nadi Shuddhi Pranayama

  Following steps instruct on how to perfrom the nadi sodhana pranayama:

• Sit down in a comfortable place assuming a cross legged position
• Now use your thumb (right hand) to close the right side of your nose. Inhale deeply using the left nostril
• Now close the left nostril and exhale using the right one
• In the same way, now with the left nostril still closed, inhale using the right nostril and exhale with the left one

You can continue doing this exercise for around 10 - 15 times.

Shitali Pranayama:

Sitali Pranayam soothes and cools the spine, particularly in the area of the fourth, fifth and sixth vertebrae. This in turn regulates the sexual and digestive energy.

Roll the tongue into a “U” with the tip just outside your lips. (If you can’t roll your tongue, then just extend the tip of your tongue outside your lips, resting on the lower lip.) Inhale deeply through the mouth, making a hissing, whistling sound. Concentrate on the coolness that you feel at the back of the throat. Hold the breath, then exhale through the nose, and feel this coolness spreading out into your nervous system, and up into the brain.

 Bhastrika pranayama

In Bhastrika pranayama one needs to apply force while breathing in and breathing out. You can determine how much speed to apply while inhaling and exhaling keeping in mind your heath and endurance power.

When you breathe in while performing Bhastrika pranayama, your abdominal should not blow up. Instead your chest area should blow up. Repeat the procedure for 5 to 10 times.

You have successfully completed Bhastrika pranayama. One should perform Bhastrika pranayama for 5 minutes everyday. Those who have high blood pressure or heart disease should not practice Bhastrika pranayama.

 Kapalabhati Pranayama

Kapalbhati is another technique where short and strong forceful exhalations are stressed upon and inhalation happens automatically.The diaphragm and the muscles of the abdomen are to be moved violently and the air should be exhaled with the help of that movement

 Sit in a comfortable yoga pose like Padmasana or Sukhasana. Take long, deep breath with both nostrils along with contraction inside the throat which makes the breath long and thin. The friction of air should be felt inside the throat when it is contracted and a hissing sound of breath is produced itself. Now exhale out very slowly. Repeat this process three times daily.

 Ujjayi Pranayama

 Sit in a comfortable yoga pose like Padmasana or Sukhasana. Take long, deep breath with both nostrils along with contraction inside the throat which makes the breath long and thin. The friction of air should be felt inside the throat when it is contracted and a hissing sound of breath is produced itself. Now exhale out very slowly. Repeat this process three times daily.

After some days of practice:

Three more steps are added to complete Ujjayi Pranayama process. After breathing inside with contraction in throat, try to touch your chin to the upper side of chest (Jalandhar Bandha). Hold the breath inside for maximum 10 seconds (Kumbaka).

Now exhale out slowly with left nostril, by closing right nostril with your right hand thumb. Exhale must be done by left nostril only. This is complete process of Ujjayi.

  Dirga Pranayama

 Dirga Pranayama is called the three part breath because you are actively breathing into three parts of your abdomen. The first position is the low belly (on top of or just below the belly button), the second position is the low chest (lower half of the rib cage), and the third position is the low throat (just above the top of the sternum). The breath is continuous, inhaled and exhaled through the nose.

 Next Time we willpost about the remaining Pranayamas.

High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)

High-intensity interval training (HIIT) or sprint interval training is an exercise strategy that is intended to improve performance with short training sessions. HIIT is a form of cardiovascular exercise which is beneficial to burning fat in a short and intense workout. Usual HIIT sessions may vary from 9–20 minutes. The original protocol set a 2:1 ratio for recovery to work periods. For example, a runner would alternate 30–40 seconds of jogging or walking with 15–20 seconds of hard sprinting.

Procedure
A HIIT session consists of a warm up period of exercise, followed by six to ten repetitions of high intensity exercise, separated by medium intensity exercise, and ending with a period of cool down exercise. The high intensity exercise should be done at near maximum intensity. The medium exercise should be about 50% intensity. The number of repetitions and length of each depends on the exercise. The goal is to do at least six cycles, and to have the entire HIIT session last at least fifteen minutes and not more than twenty.
HIIT is considered to be an excellent way to maximize a workout that is limited on time.

Tabata Method
A popular regimen based on a 1996 study uses 20 seconds of ultra-intense exercise (at an intensity of about 170% of VO2max) followed by 10 seconds of rest, repeated continuously for 4 minutes (8 cycles). In the original study, athletes using this method trained 4 times per week, plus another day of steady-state training, and obtained gains similar to a group of athletes who did steady state (70% VO2max) training 5 times per week. The steady state group had a higher VO2max at the end (from 52 to 57 ml/kg/min), but the Tabata group had started lower and gained more overall (from 48 to 55 ml/kg/min). Also, only the Tabata group had gained anaerobic capacity benefits.

Little Method
An alternative regimen based on a 2009 study uses 60 seconds of intense exercise (at 95% of VO2max) followed by 75 seconds of rest, repeated for 8–12 cycles. Subjects using this method trained 3 times per week, and obtained gains similar to what would be expected from subjects who did steady state (50–70% VO2max) training for five hours per week. While still a demanding form of training, this exercise protocol could be used by the general public with nothing more than an average exercise bike.

Benefits
Studies by Tabata, Tremblay and others have explored the effectiveness of this method compared to traditional endurance training methods. A study by Gibala et al. demonstrated 2.5 hours of sprint interval training produced similar biochemical muscle changes to 10.5 hours of endurance training and similar endurance performance benefits. According to a study by King, HIIT increases the resting metabolic rate (RMR) for the following 24 hours due to excess post-exercise oxygen consumption, and may improve maximal oxygen consumption (VO2 max) more effectively than doing only traditional, long aerobic workouts.

Long aerobic workouts have been promoted as the best method to reduce fat, as fatty acid utilization usually occurs after at least 30 minutes of training. HIIT is somewhat counterintuitive in this regard, but has nonetheless been shown to burn fat more effectively. There may be a number of factors that contribute to this, including an increase in RMR, and possibly other physiological effects.

High-intensity interval training has also been shown to improve athletic performance. For already well-trained athletes, improvements in performance become difficult to attain and increases in training volume can potentially yield no improvements. Previous research would suggest that, for athletes who are already trained, improvements in endurance performance can be achieved through high-intensity interval training. A recent study by Driller showed an 8.2 second improvement in 2000m rowing time following 4 weeks of HIIT in well-trained rowers. This equates to a significant 2% improvement after just 7 interval training sessions. The interval training used by Driller and colleagues involved 8 x 2.5 minute work bouts at 90% of vVO2max, with individualized recovery intervals between each work bout.

Recently it has been shown that two weeks of HIIT can substantially improve insulin action in young healthy men. HIIT may therefore represent a viable method for prevention of type-2 diabetes.

Source.

Master Bedroom

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Master Bedroom is a place where one likes to wind up a hectic day. So utmost importance should be given to the ambience of the room.

It should be cozy,relaxing. One should feel calm and composed in the master bedroom. It should reflect one's personality.

Following are the basic furniture for a Master Bedroom:

1. Bed : It can be  double, king or queen-sized.It can also have storage below with side drawers or pull up shutter.It can also be without storage,something like a platform bed.

2. Side table: It should be adjoining the bed. It ia place where  one can keep small and essential items like alarm clock,lamp,etc.Size depends upon the space available. 

3. Dressing table : It stocks up one's grooming essentials. Right from hair brush to makeup kit to perfumes to hair accessories. The list is endless.So it should be placed in a corner which looks neat and the person using is not disturbed by any kind of movement. It will be great if a dressing table has a small puffy. 

4. Wardrobe: The size of wardrobe varied depending upon one's requirement.

5. Study table: It is required to keep a persoanl computer and for storage of some books and files. Overhead storage is beneficial if more storage is necessary.

6. T.V.Unit: It is not necessary but still some people prefer to keep T.V in the bedroom. It should be a compact unit with a shelf for keeping player and a small rack for keeping cds.

Space Planning is very important as  after pacing the furniture it shoul not look congested. There should be some amount of openness. So as per the size of the room ,one can play with the size and omit a few furniture.

Material and Colour Selection:

Laminates or Veneer with contrasting combination can be used for the furniture. For example: white and black, Light and dark brown ,  White and Grey , Brown and Green, White and Red and so on.

Once the material and colour for furniture is selected,the colour for walls becomes easy.  We can make a niche in the wall and paint it in a dark colour and put highlighting light.

The colour and pattern of drapery(curtains) should be kept in mind with the above pointers. It can be floral or plain or stripes or some geometric pattern. One can also have netted(sheer) curtains for light to pass in the room. 

Accessories:

Accessories should be placed in the room depending upon the theme used. If modern theme is used modern accessories can be kept and if classic theme is used, heritage accessories can be kept.

There can be lamps, beautiful paintings, flower arrangement in a vase, clocks, small statues,etc.

I hope you'll find the above pointers useful for decorating your Master Bedroom

Please be tuned next week for tips on Kids Bedroom.