Designing a Plan to Become Yoga!
Designing a Plan to Become Yoga! |
- Designing a Plan to Become Yoga!
- First Steps To Meditation
- The Great Benefits Of Zen Meditation Music
- Meditation and its Numerous Benefits
- How To Do Yoga For Beginners
- To Stay Awake While Meditating
- Relax, when it comes to Yoga, we have you covered!
- Bikram/Hot Yoga Tips
- Know the Importance of YOGA MATS while you exercise
- Strengthening the Connection With Reiki and Meditation
- Meditation is Nothing But an Adult Version of Childlike Play and Enjoyment
- Yoga for Weight Loss?
- All About Yoga Body Fitness
- Meditation and mandala healing for mental health
- Anyone Can Do Yoga!
- Yoga DVDs 101 - Spirituality While Your Getting Fit
- Yoga for Health and Fitness
- Kundalini Yoga for Stress Relief
- Benefits of incorporating music into your yoga practice
- Meditation Methods and Techniques
- Is Meditation Hippy Non-sense Or Good For Your Health?
- Meditation Guided Anxiety Relief
- Yoga Meditation: 5 Must-Know Yoga Meditation Techniques To Enhance Your Serenity
- Meditation Guided Techniques for Children
| Designing a Plan to Become Yoga! Posted: 12 Jan 2012 07:00 AM PST Article by parmod dhingra Many of the "quickly certified" Yoga teachers, come to a realization and later join other Yoga teacher programs to be re-educated, and re-certified again, because they, themselves, did not learn about contraindications, modifications, working with special populations (senior citizens, children, students with ailments, less flexible students, handicapped, etc.), Yoga methodology, and a multitude of other previously mentioned Yoga subjects. Unfortunately, these Yoga teachers are often trained to teach Yoga as an exercise program by learning a dozen or two dozen asana, and not much beyond this. The fact is Yoga is much more than an exercise program. Yoga is the most complete health maintenance system known to mankind, with a lineage of thousands of years. Whole health needs to be addressed by much more than an exercise program. On-site training is not cheap and can vary from the low 00.00 range to very expensive. When you consider travel, lodging, and all of the expenses involved a typical Yoga teacher training may well cost you 00.00 or more. Does anyone offer Yoga teacher interns a guarantee? Not often, and as of today, I only know of only one guaranteed Yoga teacher training course in existence. On the other hand, Yoga teacher correspondence courses are much more reasonable, but can vary in the number of study hours and overall quality. For example you can visit http://www.google-friendly-page.com A forty hour Yoga course is just not enough time for anyone to safely learn to teach Yoga students. Once again, you should research the syllabus and get a complete Yoga teacher training course. If you are considering a Yoga teacher correspondence course, you should have sufficient knowledge of Yoga. Also, make sure that customer service is always a priority to the Yoga teacher training center after the sale has been made to the Yoga teacher intern. If you call during business hours and get a live person who answers your questions diplomatically, that will give you some indication of the technical servi! ce you s hould expect. While you are at it, make sure that you are calling a Yoga teacher training center and not a "diploma house." If they certify everything from pet sitting to web design, what do you think they really know about teaching Yoga? Once you have received the study material, there will undoubtedly be questions, concerns, or need for further assistance, via email, or telephone, from the intern who has purchased the Yoga teacher course. Make sure you get answers if you are "stuck" during your Yoga teacher internship. What are your goals in regard to your Yogic career? Plan long term and short term goals, but add your continuing education to both lists or go to http://www.instant-audio-mastery.com At least, make it a point to read Yoga books and watch Yoga DVD's. Audio books are handy too. What is your estimated time frame to become a Yoga teacher? All you have to do is pencil in a realistic deadline. It does not have to be tomorrow and the idea should not create any stress. You should have fun, and "enjoy the journey," when you are working toward your goal of teaching Yoga. What kind of salary can you expect to earn as a Yoga teacher? If you are looking at an hourly rate, anywhere from to 0 is about right in North America. There are many factors involved in pricing, such as demographics and demand. If a Fortune 500 company hires you to teach Yoga, or stress management, to their executive staff, you know the price should reflect your preparation and travel time. Lastly, if you feel the calling to teach Yoga, please do the following. Write your plans down, take action, and go after your goal of becoming a Yoga teacher. The public needs more compassionate Yoga instructors and the job is very rewarding. www.automatic-content.com About the AuthorMany of the "quickly certified" Yoga teachers, come to a realization and later join other Yoga teacher programs to be re-educated, and re-certified again, because they, themselves, did not learn about contraindications. 
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| Posted: 12 Jan 2012 05:00 AM PST Article by Herbalink People who are not familiar with meditation, often associates this discipline with the picture of an Indian yogi with his legs crossed in a passive attitude, but there's really much more than that in the act of meditation. Although meditation requires concentration, not only we can meditate sitting or lying down, because there are also very popular meditations that include dynamic techniques such as walking meditation or hatha yoga. Meditation has profound effects on physical and mental levels. At the physical level provides a deep relaxation of the muscles and nervous system, leading to a level of depth calm that enables us to deal more efficiently with our daily tasks and some unpleasant challenges that some times we have to face in our lives. At the mental level, meditation has a profound impact on our subconscious level and its assiduous practice releases from our psyches, fears, traumas, pains and old emotional wounds that are very difficult to identify through purely intellectual approaches. It is very common to find people that having practiced yoga and meditation for a while, have overcome certain fears or traumas without specific efforts to achieve this goal. The explanation is that our subconscious fears have unknown causes and these causes are rooted in very deep levels, that are out of our understanding. These seeds are causes of sorrow, pain, compulsive behaviors and uncontrollable fears that were called "samkaras" in Sanskrit and in the modern literature are called "subconscious latencies." In fact, the mechanism of meditation is very simple and consists in paying attention to something. That "something" to which we are paying attention during meditation is the object of our meditation and every time our mind is involved with other thoughts, we must focus ourselves on the meditation object. During meditation, fears, dislikes, projections or anything else may appear, so we gently order the mind to concentrate again on the meditation object. When the attention bec! omes ver y focused, the impressions of the subconscious are depleted, and the person begins to feel better, as some heavy bales have been released of our lives. The objects used to meditate are endless, ranging from mantras, breathing, colors, body parts, objects, intellectual concepts, words, and many more. There are also dynamic meditations such as walking or yoga exercises. In addition to the traditional meditations, some teachers recommend the practice to be concentrated throughout the day. This means a clear awareness of everything we do, say or think. Though it may seem very simple, this change takes us from the realm of unconsciousness, and we begin to have a more harmonious and healthy life. Take some time and study this topic in more depth. There are a lot of quality resources on the internet and are free. If for some reason you are at psychological or psychiatric treatment, you should not meditate without consulting your doctor. About the AuthorThe author is the owner of an online pharmacy website and a contributor for natural male enhancement themes. 
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| The Great Benefits Of Zen Meditation Music Posted: 12 Jan 2012 04:00 AM PST Article by Ferdinand Dominic Zen meditation music is utilized in a form of Zen named Blowing Zen used in Zen meditation music. This form of Zen uses the shakuhachi flute to enhance the meditation experience and soothe the body and spirit. This form of meditation music was used for centuries by the Buddhists, and is still utilized today. When you go to pick Zen meditation music, you will wish to choose music that permits you to be comforted and calmed. As a result of its peaceful and mild tones, flute music is typically applied. Occasionally with over 3 players, you can find the shakuhachi flute melodies done as duets and solos. To improve the experience of meditation, these melodies specifically played to this end. If you need something a little different from shakuhachi flute Zen meditation music, you can pick tracks of your own. Nevertheless, the music has to meet some criteria so as to accomplish the sensations that you want. Tranquilizing music is the first thing. So long as the melodies are instrumentals, the genre does not matter. Because music that has words tends to distract from Zen meditation, it is an unfitting music for this particular style of meditation. Typically, Zen meditation music is played via speakers. While you can wear ear buds or headsets, it is often suggested that it is played by speaker so that you do not encounter any discomfort from wearing the ear buds or headsets for long periods of time. When you are choosing Zen meditation music, something you will require to consider is what you desire to achieve by meditation. This can often assist you select the best music for your mood. If you want serenity, tranquil music is the style you desire. If you attempt to accomplish improved self esteem, you will need to play a more uplifting melody. Nonetheless, no matter what style of meditation you are looking for, the music must not distract you from the meditations. Playing it online from one of many streaming files through your web browser, downloading it online to your PC or ! by purch asing a CD are many ways you can procure Zen meditation music. CDs can be bought at local stores or can be purchased online and mailed directly to your home. There are some people who casually compose and play Zen meditation music and make their songs accessible to the Zen meditation community for free. You can either support professional players through the buy of their songs or entire albums or you can select to use the Zen meditation music. About the AuthorIf you enjoyed this article, you may want to learn the Great Benefits Of Meditation For Busy People And Stress Relief Clearing and Shielding with Archangel Michael 
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| Meditation and its Numerous Benefits Posted: 12 Jan 2012 03:00 AM PST Article by Subodh Gupta Meditation is a practice of mind. During meditation process practitioners learns to transcend the mind with the help of mind. The more advanced is the practitioner, the more calm and happier he become. There are different techniques of meditation and normally all starts with withdrawing the attention from outside world and leads towards concentration before entering the meditative state. Meditation according to a noble teacher Shri S.N. Goenka Ji, "From the gross external apparent truth, one penetrates to the ultimate truth of mind and matter. Then one transcends that and experiences a truth which is beyond mind and matter, beyond time and space, the truth of total liberation from all suffering. It is the final goal of everyone". Meditation has numerous benefits both at the level of mind and physical body. Benefits of Meditation (a) Meditation good for brainAccording to Scientists, there are evidence that suggests that meditation could boost parts of the brain and the immune system. (b) Meditation for stress management People started practicing meditation worldwide as a means to reduce stress or to help them with pain caused by various illnesses. (c) Meditation can help to remain calm in any situation. (d) Meditation develops intuition-a capacity to understand and foresee. (e) Most of the diseases stem from the discord between mind, intellect and body. Meditation will bring your body, mind and intellect, into harmony and hence peace. (f) It encourages deeper understanding of oneself and hence others. Thus one can follow his chosen path with more precision.(g) Meditation will lead you towards path of non violence. As a result you will gradually stop injuring yourself and other during work, in relationships, etc. (h) Regular practice of meditation will certainly make the will power of the practitioner stronger. When the mind is stronger you can achieve what you want from life and stay peacefully and happy. Issued in! public interest by celebrity trainer Subodh Gupta.Meditation in London About the AuthorSubodh Gupta is the author of numerous books on yoga, weight loss and stress management. He has been interviewed by various TV channels and his views and articles appear regularly in magazines and newspapers in India and the UK. Subodh Gupta is based in London and conducts yoga, weight loss, nutrition and stress counselling sessions for a number of celebrities. Subodh Gupta 
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| Posted: 12 Jan 2012 02:00 AM PST Article by Seb Branson There are several diverse forms of yoga available if you want to learn how to do yoga, but the most common form participated by most people is called hatha yoga. Hatha Yoga Firstly, this type of yoga concentrates on the practice of postures and the control of breathing to invigorate the subtle channels. Focusing on the third and fourth steps of the eight-fold path of Ashtanga Yoga, this type of yoga concentrates on the practice of postures and the control of breathing to invigorate the subtle channels. If you believe that hatha yoga most suitable for you and want learn how to do yoga, it is probably a good idea to do a course or class offers hatha yoga. You can visit your local health club, search through your local phone book or local newspaper or use google to find how to do yoga classes nearby to where you live or work. Additionally, not much in the way of equipment is needed when learning how to do yoga. More often than not yoga mats are provided for free in the classes that offer yoga or you can purchase a yoga map for very little cost. Bikram Yoga Bikram yoga is practised in a very hot room and is another form of yoga. If you want to learn how to do yoga of this type then be warned that it is not for everyone. People who don't like to perspire or find it too uncomfortable in hot humid environments generally are not keen to learn how to do yoga of this. Bikram yoga involves a sequence of 26 standing and twisting yoga poses and includes a breathing technique called the Kapalabhati breath. The advantage of Bikram yoga being performed in a extremely hot heated room is that it helps the body to stretch more than it would under normal conditions. Power Yoga There also some forms of power yoga which increase the physical resilience of the participants. There is a good reason that it is called power yoga because you will be totally worn out by the end of the class. Power yoga should be undertaken with care as there is! always the possibility that you could get an muscular injury don't do it properly. Learning how to do yoga is beneficial because it is a good form physical fitness for anyone, regardless of how old they are or what shape their body is in or whatever their fitness condition may be. In addition it is also very good in teaching relaxation techniques and soothing stress. About the AuthorVisit our site for more great yoga tips on how to do yoga where you'll find many blog posts about yoga including one about the hatha yoga. 
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| To Stay Awake While Meditating Posted: 12 Jan 2012 01:00 AM PST Article by Jane Michael People relax when they fall asleep. But even though meditation is calming, you don't want to fall asleep while meditating because you want to receive the complete benefits from meditation. When a person is asleep their brain waves go into the theta and delta ranges, but when meditating the brain waves are mostly in the alpha state. The brain is calm, though alert. The reason that a lot of beginning meditators fall asleep is that they have not learned how-to bring out the inner awareness-alertness that is like, but not the same as the relaxation response that happens before going to sleep. There are similarities between sleep, mediation, and hypnosis. Energy ebbs from the external senses and the energy focuses on the inner imagery. It may be easier to mediate after getting up in the morning and not before going to bed when you are tired. Wait until a few hours after eating or mediate before eating. Using drugs and meditating don't work well together. Never lie down to meditate, as you will probably fall sleep. When you mediate you want to be comfortable, but don't want to encourage drowsiness. Do find another comfortable posture. Do not practice meditation in the place you sleep, if you fall asleep in your easy chair, never meditate there. You don't want to initiate a sleep response. If you find you are so comfortable that you can't stay awake, try a different posture or create s a bit of discomfort. Something that isn't so irritating, but helps you stay awake. Perhaps, sitting on the floor instead of a chair or trying a less comfortable chair will increase your alertness. Changing where you meditate might snap your mind wake-- maybe meditating in your backyard or by a lake or at the park. You can try positioning your arms or legs so that they will fall or move when you fall asleep and wake you up. On the other hand some people use meditation to get their mind quieted before they go to sleep. It can relieve sleep disorders. When someone first begins to practice ! meditati on, they will see how quickly and how many thoughts careen into the mind when they try to still their mind. If thoughts about troubles, bills, TV shows, work, your relationships etc. flood your mind when you try to fall asleep, then using meditation to control your focus and be serene can help you to fall asleep easier and can keep you calmer during the day. When someone practices meditating each day, he can learn to be calm and focus his thoughts. This is what happens to the body while meditating: more blood flows to the arms and legs, blood pressure goes down, stress hormone levels lower, brain waves go to the alpha state. These physiological changes occur when the mind is cleared and the thoughts are focused. With practice a person can learn to meditate. Whether you are having trouble meditating because you are falling asleep or you want to use meditation to fall asleep afterwards it is a practical, useful, and benefit habit. About the AuthorJane Michael is the head writer at the Center for Meditation.To Stay Awake While Meditating is her practice and her passion. Goals of Meditation is a great way to start your life with peace.Read some of her articles about other amazing mental techniques here. Shirdi Sai Bhajan Tu Guru Pita Tu Mata, Tu sabhi guno ka 
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| Relax, when it comes to Yoga, we have you covered! Posted: 12 Jan 2012 12:00 AM PST Article by Jamie Hanson What is Yoga? The word 'Yoga' means combination. Yoga is a form of workout based on the faith that the body and breath are closely connected with the mind. By controlling the breath and holding the body in stable poses or 'asanas', yoga builds synchronization. Yoga practice includes of five major fundamentals: correct breathing, correct workout, correct relaxation, proper food habits and proper thinking and meditation. The workouts or the asanas are designed to ease tensed muscles, to tone up the internal organs and to improve the suppleness of the joints and ligaments. With a huge number of advantages one gets by regular practice of Yoga, it is earning great amount of importance now-a-days. Your body is cured internally and externally because of perfect blood circulation all through your body. In order to get maximum benefits from Yoga, you must focus on the five major fundamentals and to improve your recital while practicing yoga you must be relaxed. While practicing yoga you must wear comfy clothes so that you can do it absolutely well. Comfortable clothes doesn't mean shaggy clothes, it means you must wear correct yoga clothes. On the contrary loose clothes bother your recital level and you are incapable to do yoga exercises properly. Yoga needs too much of stretching and the twisting poses, thus one must take good care while doing this. Yoga must be done according to the instructions given or else you may even injure your muscle. This perfection can be achieved by wearing yoga clothes only and not shabby and loose clothes that limit your motion. Even while doing breathing exercises, relaxation and meditation, your clothes must be such that you feel relaxed. Your clothes must be able to breathe while doing yoga; this is the essence of yoga clothing. Yoga is beneficial to everyone, let it be men, women and kids also as it is a natural way to prevent and heal health hazards. Well with the rising craze for yoga because of its enormous advantages, there are several clothing companies! that ha ve concentrated in designing and manufacturing Yoga clothes meant for females, men and kids also. You will really find a good range available in yoga clothing meant for all age groups. There are a number of online clothing stores specifically meant for yoga clothing and the huge range available on these stores are men's yoga clothing, women's yoga clothing, yoga pants, yoga tops, hardtail pants, yoga mats, manduka mats and much more. These stores are entirely meant for yoga clothing and yoga products with range of sizes, colors and fabric to suit all. Yoga clothing is available in various brands and that too at astonishingly affordable rates. You will be amazed to see the huge variety available in these stores. You just need to pick the best yoga clothes and yoga products for yourself and make payments online, within some days your chosen yoga products will reach your home. You get prompt delivery of your products along with 5% off on your first order. It is not only the comfort experienced in wearing Yoga clothes but you look fantastic and feel great. It's a confirmation, your friends will feel jealous on seeing you with perfect yoga clothes and most of them may even think where you got your yoga clothes from! About the AuthorWant some comfortable clothes while practicing yoga? Look no further, just click Yoga Clothing for Men & Women Comfort and attractiveness, two-in-one offer for perfect Yoga at Hard Tail Yoga and Hardtail Pants Choose from a wide variety offered at yoga-clothing.com 
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| Posted: 11 Jan 2012 11:00 PM PST Article by Paul Wells Tips on Bikram/Hot Yoga Bikram Yoga is a good exercise for most people especially those who want to achieve a good mental and physical well-being. The discipline offered by Bikram yoga no matter what type it is will surely help a person become fit and confident about his physique. Those who practice Bikram yoga believe that a person has to unite body and soul to be able to achieve a higher level of being. Only by uniting his physical with his mental can a person elevate himself to that state where everything is within his control. The different Bikram yoga poses have their own individual purpose but all of these are aimed at enabling the person practicing yoga to relax and to become flexible and comfortable with his body. A person who is able to find that perfect balance between body and mind will not only be physically fit and healthy but also happy and mentally fit. Despite the misconception that yoga belongs to the underworld practice of what is mystical, it is really in effect a science that tries to find the connection between the body and the mind in order to achieve physical and mental fitness for its disciples. Yoga can be beneficial to a person in terms of lessening his pulse rate and blood pressure and in increasing the efficiency of his cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, gastrointestinal and other bodily and organic functions. If you have not noticed it yet, try to observe people who do yoga and you would be impressed with their body posture. It also helps to empower a harried person into living a life that is less stressful and helps him improve his mood and his attitude towards life, people and events. A person who does yoga will have more ability to accept his actualities in life. One type of yoga that has caught the interest of some people is Bikram yoga or what they refer to as hot yoga. Bikram yoga is literally a hot yoga because the poses are performed or executed in a room that has been well-heated. Doing the poses in a heated roo! m reliev es the disciple or the follower from the various toxins that has invaded his body by releasing sweat all throughout the session. The hot yoga style is being promoted by an Indian yoga master named Bikram Choudhury. Choudhury has recently attempted to copyright his Bikram yoga poses and this has led him to become embroiled in a legal battle that has been solved in his favor. Choudhury claims to have the legal right to the 26 poses used in Bikram yoga and he is posing a heavy legal battle to have the exclusive right to call the practice of hot yoga Bikram yoga. If his legal action becomes successful, Bikram yoga will only be practiced and taught only by his disciples who will follow his method and prescribed yoga environment to the letter. If his claim goes well, he would be like the franchise owner of the Bikram method and no one would be able to teach Bikram yoga without his two cents worth. This attempt to make Bikram yoga exclusive for him and his disciples has made Bikram a controversial figure in the world of yoga today. A person who wants to give Bikram or hot yoga a try should arm himself with a durable man slip-proof mat because the high temperature required by Bikram in his hot yoga will be more than enough to keep the yoga follower sweating profusely for the whole session. It is also very important that a woman who intends to practice Bikram yoga should make sure she is not pregnant to avoid possible negative effects to her health and the health of the unborn baby. Always drink plenty of water before doing the poses, during exercise and even after to avoid dehydration. Also avoid eating at least two hours before the actual yoga exercise. To be sure, it is best to get the opinion of a doctor before doing the Bikram yoga to avoid health problems and complications later on. To make sure the doctor understands the extent of the risk being taken by a person doing the different yoga pose, he can bring a photo of the poses and show this to the medical expert http://! www.book s4knowledge.co.uk/yoga-at-home-4256-p.asp About the Authorhttp://www.books4knowledge.co.uk/yoga-at-home-4256-p.asp 
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| Know the Importance of YOGA MATS while you exercise Posted: 11 Jan 2012 10:00 PM PST Article by Mark Smith Exercising has become today's necessity to keep oneself Fit & Healthy! But would you exercise on a Bare Floor or would you select the Best Yoga Mats for you? Nowadays, Yoga Mats have become very popular amongst the other Yoga Equipments. Yoga Mats are in Vogue and one should spare some time finding the right and the Best Yoga Mat for one self. 1. Why Should One Use Yoga Mats Yoga mats provide ideal support and cushioning between you and that cold hard floor. Support is provided for contact points like knees, elbows and hips, any place where you do not have padding.Good Yoga mats offer cushioning that is dense yet light-weight. The "sticky" texture does a fantastic job of keeping hands and feet firmly in position. The Yoga Mat also helps you characterize your own space. The Yoga Mat settles your personal domain. As a result it is crucial to know the different kinds of Yoga Mats. This is in order to give you an idea about which Yoga Mat will serve you Best. Yoga mats decrease injuries caused by slippery surfaces. Even a carpet can potentially become slippery and cause an injury, especially in a more complicated pose. 2. Types Of Yoga Mats Yoga Mats are available in various patterns and colours. Each one has a different opinion and a view to select his Best Yoga Mat. Manduka Yoga MatsGaiam Yoga MatPrana Yoga MatQuality Yoga MatSticky Yoga Mat Avoid using "PVC Yoga Mats" as they are not eco-friendly. The most desirable mat available is the "Premium Black Mat". It is preferred by many serious Yoga practitioners since it lays flat on any ground surface be it grass, sand, carpet, or hardwood floors. 80% of all Yoga Practioners use the "Sticky Mats". The "Ultra Mat" is twice as thick as the Sticky Mat, but weighs the same. It is not as dense as the standard Sticky Mat, but does provide better padding for knees and ankles. The Prana Mat is a thinner, tackier Mat, with a textured surface that provides good tractio! n. This mat may be too thin for some, but a perfect thickness for others since you can really feel the floor when practicing. A very thin mat which folds easily is the "Travel Mat". These mats are not recommended to be used solely while practising Yoga. Nowadays, "Unique Hand-Woven Mats" are in Vogue for Yoga. • 3. How will you choose your Best Yoga Mat! Some use rugs rather than Yoga Mats for a firm grip. The best yoga mat for you depends on your age and the type of yoga you prefer to practice. Also your personal taste in colour and brand name will help you decide the Best Yoga Mats. An ideal Yoga Mat should: • Help you hold All yoga positions without feeling the slightest of discomfort. • Should be a 3-in-1: suitable for physical positions, meditative positions AND relaxation poses. • Provide you only a Sufficient Grip in case of yoga exercises. • Be sufficiently soft Yet Firm for meditative and other squatting postures. • Be extremely comfortable and snug for relaxation and lying down postures. • Have excellent sweat - absorbent properties AND be washable. • Be sufficiently large so that you don't feel the edges giving you discomfort as you ease yourself. Be attractive to the eye and should make you WANT to use them. Your selection of the BEST YOGA MAT should depend on how comfortable is the mat which would make your practice Comfortable, Focussed and Unhindered. About the AuthorMark Smith believes that fitness is life and has made yoga a part of his life. He thinks that Yoga mats are a basic part of every yoga practice. Yoga mats should be good and to the liking of the person, so that it will not be difficult to do yoga properly on them. Mark places a lot of emphasis on doing yoga conscientiously. 
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| Strengthening the Connection With Reiki and Meditation Posted: 11 Jan 2012 09:00 PM PST Article by Ryan J Bell People who are just beginning to learn how to use Reiki to heal themselves and others can gain practical momentum through meditation. Regardless of whether you're earning your first degree or have already become a Master after graduating from a third degree course, meditating pushes you to the next plateau. In fact, many practitioners who have faithfully adhered to the practice's underlying principles claim they began to see a new level of progress only after meditating regularly. Below, we'll explore the ways in which finding quiet and solitude on a regular basis can strengthen the connection you feel with the Reiki energy. I'll explain the fundamentals of meditation and how you train yourself to schedule time for it. I'll also describe a 3-week program that you can use to contemplate your goals and seek answers. What Does It Mean To Meditate? Many people confuse prayer with meditation. It's worth clarifying the difference. Prayer is speaking with God. To meditate is to embark on something entirely different. It is the act of quieting your mind and listening to what God has to tell you. Many Reiki practitioners prefer to begin each day by meditating on how they should use the universal energy into which they tap. But, it's a mistake to think that meditating must be done according to a schedule. In truth, many of the most revelatory moments are experienced during spontaneous meditation. A lot of Reiki devotees find themselves tapping into hidden stores of spirituality even while doing mundane things like driving, washing the dishes, or exercising. The key is to appreciate the meaning behind meditation and how it fortifies your connection with the Reiki energy. Finding The Time There will always be reasons to procrastinate meditating. Our lives are busier than ever and time is a valuable commodity. It's too easy to keep telling yourself that you'll meditate later in the day after you've accomplished everything on your "to do" list. But, that seldom happens. Othe! r things will continue getting in the way. This is one of the reasons why many Reiki Masters devote time during the early morning to their meditation. They realize that spending time alone and communing with God is critical to being able to focus on their spiritual growth. In doing so, they gain a better understanding about the healing nature of Reiki and the relationship they share with the universe. A 3-Week Program To Strengthen The Connection To be sure, there are many approaches to developing the habit of meditation. The program that follows is used by many practitioners because it helps them build the habit while strengthening their focus and spiritual empowerment. It is a 3-week process through which you can open your mind to your connection with the universe's healing energy. Week 1 - During the first week, you'll concentrate on the Usui symbol of power. Each day will start with a specific question. Find a quiet, secluded place and meditate on the symbol for 20 minutes. Keep a small legal pad nearby to write down any notes that form in your mind during your session. They can include words or symbols. It is not important that you understand your notes; rather, it is important that you record them. Week 2 - The second week will focus on the mental and emotional symbols of Usui. Each day will begin with another question. As before, meditate on the symbols for 20 minutes in a secluded area where you will not be disturbed. Keep your legal pad nearby and record any thoughts or images that appear in your mind. Week 3 - The last week focuses on the distant healing symbol of Usui. You'll spend the entire week meditating on this symbol for 20 minutes each day. Write down any notes on your legal pad. Ideally, the above program should be used by students and practitioners who have passed the second degree of training. Those who have become Reiki Masters can add to the program by including additional symbols. Remember, the first step is building the habit. Only then can you t! ruly con nect with the universe and explore that connection with the Reiki energy. About the AuthorThis article was provided by Programs of Light, a provider of reiki training courses and animal reiki programs. Check them out online at http://www.ProgramsOfLight.com 
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| Meditation is Nothing But an Adult Version of Childlike Play and Enjoyment Posted: 11 Jan 2012 08:00 PM PST Article by praveenben Your mind is a center of continuous conflicts. Different parts of body, mind, emotions and energies conflicts with one other. Lack of harmony within you causes friction which results in negative emotions of anger, hurt, frustration, disappointment etc. Meditation is a process through which you can resolve conflicts within in your mind and you can achieve calm, poise, and rest. Your brain becomes more efficient and creative. Meditation is a best pill which solves all the problems of modern life. Meditation is a process through which we attain a state of being good. There is a saying "a human is born crying, live complaining, suffering and dies disappointed." However a meditative mind stops complaining, suffering, starts appreciating, enjoying the life and he remains deathless with his consciousness. The primary urge of everyone is to know "Who am I". This urge continues to linger and remain unresolved. We remain doubtful as to the purpose of our life and its continuity. Meditation drives away all such doubts and brings about awareness and transformation of fearless life and delightful living. In your prayer you communicate with the higher self (God). You talk to him and send messages. However in meditation you experience, feel the higher self within you and therefore there is no need send to messages elsewhere. Meditation is therefore a highest form of prayer with much more benefits. When you are child your body, mind and emotions work with unity. This is the original nature of human beings. If you wish to play, you play. If you wish to dance, you dance. You smile and cry as a response to your emotions but you don't remember or recollect your suffering and feel bad again and again over and over. In nutshell you live in present and the parts of you i.e., mind, body, emotions, work harmoniously. This means you are playful always. As we grew up we give up this original nature and playing is replaced by suffering. While y! our mind moves in one direction, your body moves in another direction, your emotions move in one other way. It is like four wheels of car running in four different directions. Meditation brings about uniformity and brings about your original nature. It is like going to your old school to play once again. Modern life demands us multiple responsibilities and multiple tasks and therefore our mind is restless ceaselessly. Meditation or meditative life is essential to neutralize the effects of modern life. Meditation is nothing but living in present, absorbing in the activity which we are pursuing. It is conscious living. In simple terms you are absorbed in the activity of whatever you are doing. Eat consciously, drink consciously, take bath consciously, and work consciously list is endless....... When your actions are conscious you are no longer worry about the future. You are deeply absorbed in the activity. You are neither guilty of the past events nor worried about the future. When you are eating a sweet, you are enjoying sweetness of it. This is nothing but childlike play. The person who practices meditation becomes true humanitarian. He loves others through the realization of oneness of universe. He is so compassionate, feel through other hearts, and think through other minds. He adorns the qualities of humility and unselfishness. Meditative mind is conflict free, fear free, and ego free. It is manifestation of godliness within us. I must tell you meditation is something we cannot understand fully. Though you understand with your intelligence, it is of no use for you unless you practice and experience it. Any quantity of explanation of sweetness of sweet does not give you satisfaction to you unless you put a piece of sweet into your mouth and experience the sweetness of it directly. Meditation is thus experiential. It is not conceptual. Our life is meant for joyful experience. Modern life made it miserable. Hence practice Meditation regularly. Become! childli ke. Become lively. About the AuthorHi, I am Praveenben. I write articles on Personal Development including Meditation, and href="http://praveenben.com/43/leadership-development/7-indispensable-skills-of-leadership">Leadership Development. My Articles and Videos are Unique Walk the Talk Narrative Model.href="http://praveenben.com/category/health-and-wellness/"> Click here to Read Articles on Health and Wellness and enjoy the enthralling experience. 
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| Posted: 11 Jan 2012 07:00 PM PST Article by Zach Hunt Yoga is gaining popularity around the nation. It's very posh to have a yoga mat tucked under your arm, with your gym bag slung over your shoulder as you casually quip "I'm off to my yoga class." But is yoga your best bet for weight loss? Well to answer that we need to find look at what it takes to lose weight. To lose weight you need to raise your heart rate to about 65% of it maximum heart rate threshold (To find out how to figure your maximum heart rate threshold read my blog, What is Your Fat Burning Heart Rate?) So the answer is yes you can lose weight by doing yoga if it elevates your heart rate sufficiently. Which brings us to the next question, which yoga raised the heart rate enough to bring about weight loss? If you have ever Gooogled yoga you have found out that there are several types of yoga with a seemingly endless number of yoga classes available in. But the question remains, which types are best for weight loss. The Top 3 Types of Yoga for Weight Loss Of all the different types of yoga these three are the best for weight loss. Ashtanga Yoga is a very intense and vigorous yoga. It is very physically demanding because it is comprised of a series of poses performed in a particular order in a particular rhythm. Since you are moving constantly from one pose to the next your heart rate remains in its target range for fat burning. So Ashtanga yoga is a good type of yoga for those wanting to lose weight. Power Yoga is a more intense, fitness focused version of vinyasa-style yoga that is breath based movement. Power yoga is very much like Ashtanga yoga except it doesn't follow a set series of poses. Power yoga poses are performed in various order thus allowing classes to be different from class to class. Power yoga appeals to people who are practicing yoga from more of a fitness than a spiritual point of view. 95 - 100 degree room is what is needed for Birkram vinyasa-style yoga. Birkram Yoga is a term reserved for teachers who have studied th! e Birkra m style of hot yoga. Birkram Yoga is a type of Hot yoga that is similar to Ashtanga yoga and consists of a series of 26 poses. Hot yoga is very intense and physically demanding. greater flexibility and deep stretching are at the root of yoga. Only you can determine what your wellness goals are. Typically yoga is a spiritual based holistic approach to wellness, encompassing mind, body and spirit. Therefore most styles of yoga are aimed at strengthening all three aspects of the person or specific aspects of the person breath and movement but not rigorous activity. Real Weight Loss Answers If you are practicing a slower paced type of yoga and want to lose weight then you should look at other ways of training for weight loss. About the AuthorPhyszique is Spokane's premier personal fitness training studio for those that want serious results. See here for more info: http://www.spokanefitnesscoach.com/spokane-wpblog/2009/05/08/spokane-yoga-for-weight-loss-is-it-a-good-idea/ Zach Hunt has many years experience as a fitness coach to help you get the best results possible. Check it out: http://www.socalworkout.com/personal-trainer-spokane.html LIE DOWN AND DO YOGA 
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| Posted: 11 Jan 2012 06:00 PM PST Article by Roberto Sedycias In today`s competitive and challenging environment, most of the people are having a stressful lifestyle that often results in several physical, mental and emotional ailments. Yoga body fitness is one of the most effective solutions for combating all these problems.A complete body workout, yoga comprises a set of exercises that improves overall body flexibility and fitness. It tones up the body muscles and increases the stamina. Regular practice further ensures added benefits of mental and emotional balance. What is Yoga? Yoga is a 5000 year-old discipline that originated from the East. The word Yoga has been derived from a Sanskrit word `yug` which means to join. While at spiritual level yoga implies the union of the individual consciousness with the universal consciousness, at practical level it means balancing the body, mind and emotions. Yoga body fitness harmonizes body and mind through several exercises and poses like asanas, pranyamas, mudras, bandhas, shatkarmas and meditation. Yoga practice ensures you are able to cope with the daily stress and strains of life. Benefits of Yoga: Over the years, yoga practice has benefited scores of people suffering from different ailments. The yoga body fitness technique is highly effective in curing numerous diseases that the people often complain about. In today`s date, people prefer yoga over other medications because it has no harmful side-effects. There are numerous benefits of performing yoga. Few of the benefits are enumerated below: 1. Improves overall body fitness and health. 2. Increases level of energy and stamina. 3. Tones up abdominal muscles and shapes your stomach. 4. It is good for internal body functioning systems including digestive system, nervous system, circulatory system, immune system and nervous system. 5. Tones up legs, arms, chest, shoulders, abs and buttocks. 6. Improves overall sexual fitness and virility. Also, it is believed that yoga body fitness is the apt te! chnique for treating diverse body disorders including diabetes, blood pressure, heart disorders and sexual health problems. Growing popularity of Yoga: Yoga has become immensely popular world-wide. Its craze in the US or other nations is no passing trend. In fact, the yoga body fitness gurus say that it has been in practice since ages and its popularity will go on increasing as more and more people will become aware about its importance in overall well-being. All the yoga enthusiasts will surely vouch for that. Over the years, the yoga body fitness method has attracted large number of people towards it. Its appeal and popularity has witnessed significant boost. It is one of the effective methods that have become essential for everyone in today`s scenario. Following are the factors that have made yoga really relevant. 1. There are many people who are unable to cope with the competitive and stressful environment. Yoga helps to control anxiety and calms the mind from cluttered thoughts. 2. One of the most common problems found today in most countries is obesity. Yoga body fitness method can help to burn out excess calories and achieve desired weight and shape. It is also effective for people who are under-weight. 3. The yoga body fitness principles of balance in physical activity and diet also result in healthier lifestyles. 4. Yoga can rejuvenate the mind and body with positive energy that is often required to tackle everyday tasks and challenges. 5. The yoga body fitness principles also ensure genuine inner contentment and well-being. Sources for learning Yoga: There are various sources from where one can learn the yoga body fitness practices. One can easily learn the basic principles at home through yoga guides and videos. However, some of the experts believe that it is always better to first attend some yoga classes of an experienced teacher to learn the basics. A qualified and experienced teacher can be the best guide who can teach you and corr! ect you whenever you go wrong. Yoga classes are offered by several yoga centers and schools, health clubs, YMCAs and community centers. It is always better to make the right choice. Go for classes that are authorized and have expert involvement. About the AuthorYou can have access to articles about health in portuguese language from page Beauty_Health Roberto Sedycias works as IT consultant for Polomercantil Yoga Irritado 
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| Meditation and mandala healing for mental health Posted: 11 Jan 2012 05:00 PM PST Article by Cat Williams Mandala healing is not one of the most well known forms of alternative healing. However, the integration of a mandala image into a meditation session can certainly boost the effectiveness of the process. That is why the concept of mandala healing deserves a closer look. Meditation has long since been used as a means of promoting proper restorative mental health benefits. When a person meditates, it becomes possible to calm and relax the mind. This can put an end to much of the psychic noise that is present within the deep recesses of the mind. Now, this is not to say that meditation alone will cure all mental and emotional ills one may possess. Yet, it can definitely help in many regards towards calming the mind and allowing the healing process to take place. Some may have certain preconceived notions as to how meditation is performed. They will often look at meditation from the traditional perspective of performance in the Zazen position. While this is most definitely a helpful means in which to perform meditation, there are various other ways meditation can be performed effectively. For example, walking and moving meditation is quite popular and so are two-person meditative drills as well. Then, there is also the lesser known process of integrating mandala healing into the process of meditation. In traditional Zen meditation practices, koans are used to enhance the meditation process. Koans are parables without clear meanings that are meant to be pondered. With mandala healing, a painting or other artistic image or symbol is what is to be pondered upon. What exactly is a mandala and how is it possible to integrate its symbolism with mandala healing? It is a circular diagram that originated in Hinduism and has found its way into Zen Buddhism. In time, the mandala was heavily integrated into tantra meditation practices. In the most simplistic terms this involves looking into the imagery and outside of the natural world. In essence, you will look beyond yourself and into th! e mandal a to fully maximize your meditative experience. So, where can you acquire a mandala? This is the fun part: you can make one yourself. No, that does not mean you need to be the most talented artist in the world or even possess a modicum of artistic skills. You simply need to have the basic ability to craft a decent mandala based on words and symbols that are meaningful to you. When you meditate upon mandala imagery that you have created, you will be doing so in a highly personal manner. That will allow the mandala healing process to achieve its highest level of perfection since it has been deliberately tailored to your specific needs and goals. This will greatly enhance the entire meditation process and make it far more effective. Try out Mandala healing by creating a simple circle and filling it with a word or basic symbol that has meaning to you. Color it in with your favorite colors, taking time to enjoy this creative process. Then when its done, tape it the the wall, sit comfortably and meditate on your new mandala for 15 minutes. You will find yourself feeling refreshed and calm and thats what mandala healing is all about. About the AuthorCat Williams is a freelance writer and advocate of mandala healing. To find more info on the benefits of mandalas, go to her website at Internet Marketing For Newbies Review.com. Deva Premal - 38 min - Moola Mantra - Part I II III 
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| Posted: 11 Jan 2012 04:00 PM PST Article by issa Many people are curious about the art of yoga, but feels intimidated to even start learning the very basics. The very word brings images of contorted bodies that many expert yogist can achieve. To some, it can even imply a guru-lingo they just don't feel comfortable with. No matter what the reason is, yoga seems to be something that many people think they will struggle with, specially when they feel they're not spiritually prepared to go through with it.<!--more--> It is true that yoga needs a lot of patience and dedication. It is not only a practice of having your bones and muscles stretched and toned, but it is your very road to self-discovery. All those yoga poses doesn't only release all those tensed feelings you've been harboring from within, but it can lead to an awakening of your true potential as a human being. Yoga came from the Sanskrit word, meaning " union. " When done properly, it will not only give you that tone, flexible body you've always wanted, but also helping you reach enlightenment. Yoga is something you learn by doing to the point that it becomes an integral part of your life. What's great about yoga is that it can be practiced by anyone, regardless of age, sex, or race. You don't have to over-exert while practicing yoga, where you are in total control of the way your body will adapt to changes. Why Should You Get Into the Yoga Habit? 1. Yoga will promise you not only flexibility, but helps you build muscle strength. Many people have attested to the physical health benefits that yoga had brought into their lives. The various yoga poses and breathing techniques help your body maximize oxygen and blood flow, making your cells healthier while making your mind clearer. This is why many have reported a sense of elation after a yoga session. It just feels so reviving. 2. Yoga is your safer alternative to heavy Cardio exercises that can do damage to your back. Just respect your body's limits and you're good to go. Unlike other ! exercise s where you need to speed up, you can just slow down as long as you want.. until you feel you have perfected that pose. 3. Yoga doesn't require athletic skills on your part for you to practice it. In fact, yoga is a great stress-buster after a day's grueling work and you can just put on that DVD on your player and do some stretches at the comforts of your own bedroom. You may also try joining yoga classes under a professional instructor if you feel like doing yoga in a group is more inspiring. Which Yoga Style is Good for You? Hatha Yoga - this is commonly practiced by many, which is easiest to do. It involves a combination of movements, postures, and breathing techniques for you to achieve wellness. Raja Yoga - this involves breathing techniques and exercises, coupled with meditation. This is great for those who want to achieve spiritual wellness as well. Bikram Yoga - more often known as hot or fire yoga. This is practiced in a room heated at 105 degrees Fahrenheit, preparing the body for deep stretching, detoxification, and tension release. Speak with your physician if you suffer high blood pressure, migraines, or heart ailments before you walk in for a session. Jnana Yoga - considered the most difficult, practitioners consider it as a path to wisdom and enlightenment. Bhakti Yoga - this yoga focuses on the idea of God. Iyengar - this yoga focuses on body posture and alignment. Props like chairs, blocks, blankets, and belts are used for students to achieve progressive poses safely and effectively. Ashtanga - more challenging than Hatha yoga, it teaches students a unique movement or breathing technique that will force your body to sweat and cleanse out all those body toxins. Power Yoga - this is a vigorous style that is more fitness-based and is perfect for people who want to workout, as well as build flexibility and body strength. Remember that yoga is not a religion, but a ! way for you to achieve your own sense of inner peace and well-being from within. Coupled with a healthy diet, lifestyle, and natural choices, yoga can definitely give you the clearest mind and a stronger body than you can ever dream of. Namaste! About the AuthorPassion to live life to the max have made me want to spread the word on healthy living... besides, living life to the fullest is all about getting your dreams and sharing it with your loved ones, and making sure you have all that energy in keeping fit for that tough ride we call LIFE. Your Key to Natural Health: http://www.co-creatinghealth.com 
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| Yoga DVDs 101 - Spirituality While Your Getting Fit Posted: 11 Jan 2012 03:00 PM PST Article by Joshua Killingsworth The sheer availability of yoga DVDs says something to the popularity of the practice. Because yoga is part of a larger Hindu tradition whose goal is spiritual enlightenment through use of the body and the breath, the original yogis never had firming their things, building muscles, or getting six-pack abdomens in mind when they developed the practice. Yet because the industry of fitness videos often gears itself toward a weight- and muscle- conscious demographic, we see yoga DVDs advertised accordingly. Thankfully, most instructors in the DVDs do get at the spiritual components of the practice, even though the yoga media market does not reflect the full breadth of lineages. We see four main kinds of yoga represented in instructional DVDs: Vinyasa Yoga, Power Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, and Prenatal Yoga. Vinyasa, Power, Kundalini, and Prenatal Yoga fall under the umbrella of Hatha Yoga, which is represented most basically in the standard Vinyasa DVDs. Hatha yoga begins with a series of progressive asanas, or poses, which form a sequence called a vinyasa. The vinyasas then give way to more held poses, balances, and inversions. The Hatha Yoga practice always ends with a back-bend, and then finally, shavasana, or final resting pose. This sequence just described is always central to Vinyasa DVDs, and largely informs the other DVDs, as well. Power Yoga, traditionally called Ashtanga, involves a faster, more strenuous form of Yoga similar to Vinyasa Yoga. Often advertised as a fat-burning yoga, Power Yoga is designed to create more heat in the body, make you sweat more, and even to provide a challenging cardiovascular workout. The ultimate goal of Ashtanga Yoga is of course stillness of mind, which the instructors of the DVDs will share. Marketing, however will probably gear these DVDs toward building muscle and burning fat. Kundalini Yoga, which is said to be the first kind of yoga ever developed, has also become popular in the mainstream DVD market. Although part of the Hatha family of yog! a, it ma y appear quite different. The poses of Kundalini Yoga often flow more whimsically from one position to the next, evoking the notion of play. The goal of Kundalini Yoga is to awaken the Kundalini, or coiled serpent-like energy at the base of the spine. Prenatal Yoga DVDs are also quite popular, and the practice has emerged as its own form of yoga. First developed for adolescent boys, a traditional Hatha Yoga practice is not compatible with the changing body of a pregnant woman. Although pregnant women can use regular Yoga DVDs, they ought to be aware of the modifications used in prenatal DVDs so that they can experience the benefits of yoga, while being good to the little yogi growing inside. Using yoga DVDs can give you a taste of the different forms of yoga, and is certainly the less expensive option. For the full experience of yoga, many instructors and practitioners, alike, will maintain that nothing competes with having a teacher guide your practice. About the AuthorYoga101.net Is The Home Of Yoga the Rhythmic Artistic Yoga ™ of Swami Maitreyananda - Yoga Artรญstico ® 
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| Posted: 11 Jan 2012 02:00 PM PST Article by Michelle Perkins Yoga is digit of the best exercises that you can try. Yoga helps not only process your fitness level but also helps you to relax your mind. Yoga has been finished for centuries and is considered a tranquil type of exercise. There are many types of yoga but doing simple base yoga exercises is a fun and cushy way to get started. Yoga helps you to stabilize both your mind and your body. Yoga exercises provide you with plasticity and balance. Proper breathed techniques used during yoga support to relax you. Yoga helps to meliorate your posture. Yoga exercises are finished tardily and methodically rather than quickly. Yoga poses range from beginner to advanced. Start discover acquisition the base yoga poses and techniques. You can join a yoga class at a local gym, fitness club or recreation center. Be sure to opt the class that is correct for your fitness level. Yoga can be finished at your possess measure so you can start discover slowly. As your plasticity and stamina meliorate you will encounter that the poses embellish easier to do for longer periods of time. Another enthusiastic way to start exercising with yoga is to get a good yoga instructional dvd that you can ingest at home. To training yoga at bag you'll simply need a mat so you can do the story exercises. Some yoga exercises are performed standing patch others are finished on the floor. Learning the base yoga moves at bag will attain you feel more comfortable when you join a class. Basic yoga breathed is essential to yoga exercises and will support you in many situations in life. Breathing should come from deep in your diaphragm. Lay insipid on the story and concentrate on your breathing. Feel the air coming in and feat out. Your breathed should embellish rhythmic. Deep breathed helps you to stay focused and will alter you to an nearly meditative state. Yoga involves stretching and will meliorate your coverall flexibility. Don't worry if you can't debase too far at first. Through regular training you'll soon! be able to debase further and further. Start with a yoga turn of 20 minutes in length and gradually process the time. Try to training yoga every day. Many grouping encounter that yoga helps to relax them after a long day. A gentle yoga turn in the daytime will support to turn stress and prepare you for bed. A more rigorous yoga turn haw be part of the morning turn to support you wake up and prepare to pore on your day. You'll soon learn which instance of period you prefer. Once you begin a yoga turn you'll encounter that it is cushy to maintain. You can add yoga to any other training regime to support attain it more interesting. Yoga can be used on days when you don't training another type of exercise. Keep a log of your yoga activities. As you embellish more advanced opt an intermediate or advanced yoga class or turn to follow. About the AuthorLearn how to diets to lose weight fast for long-term with the Zero Friction Fat Loss review. Yoga Demonstration with Carlotta - Part 2 
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| Kundalini Yoga for Stress Relief Posted: 11 Jan 2012 01:00 PM PST Article by Karan Khalsa Kundalini Yoga is one of the spiritual types of yoga that goes beyond the physical performance of asanas. With its emphasis on breathing, meditation and chanting - Kundalini Yoga creates a conscious connection with the Divine by removing all the obstacles and fluctuations of the mind. It raises the energy of our inner self to a higher frequency and opens our awareness to realize the ultimate peace. Kundalini lies at the base of the spine and is represented as a coiled serpent. As the Kundalini energy is awakened, it moves up from the base of the spine from Muladhara Chakra to the Sahasrara Chakra located at the top of the head. The untapped energy or Prana within a human being can be awoken by awakening each of the seven chakras (Muladhara Chakra, Svadhishthana Chakra, Manipuraka Chakra, Anahata Chakra, Visuddha Chakra, Ajna Chakra and Sahasrara Chakra) through postures, movement, specialized breathing, hand gestures, body locks, chanting and sound. Full enlightenment of an individual is attained when the Kundalini energy reaches the Crown Chakra (Sahasrara Chakra). Kundalini Yoga strengthens and tones the nerves, glands and organs of the body and finally draws the mind and senses to an inward experience of deeper state of consciousness. Kundalini Yoga helps an individual to attain a feeling of bliss and awakens his dormant spiritual force. The main purpose of awakening the Kundalini and moving the energy from the lower to the higher chakras is to give the practitioner an experience of the infinite. There are two phases of kundalini awakening - Purification and Awakening. In the Purification phase, several techniques of hatha yoga such as pranayama, asanas and kriyas are practiced. In the Awakening phase, the kundalini energy starts moving up from the base of the spine towards the top of the head (sahasrara chakra). Awakening phase is marked by more advanced pranayamas, mudras and bandhas. As Kundalini Yoga practices and meditation helps this untapped energy to rise above, the practit! ioner ex periences a distinct transformation within himself. He feels much more relaxed and less stressed. Kundalini Yoga have many benefits. Kundalini Yoga is referred as successful and permanent antidote to stress. Practicing Kundalini yoga and meditation not only uplifts the spirit of the mind, body and the soul of the individual, but, strengthens and enhances the strength and flexibility of the nervous system. Kundalini yoga fosters the integration of the mind and the body and helps to control the thought processes of the individual. In the process, Kundalini Yoga calms the practitioner's mind, balances his emotions, thus, reduces the factors which lead to stress. While practicing Kundalini yoga and meditation, one requires an apt ambiance that will invoke strong mood of concentration. Music plays a pivotal role in this regard. Music can influence many mental processes within a human being and has the charisma to evoke many feelings and thoughts of mind. By creating a flow of soothing melody, music helps the listener to relax. Music is thus often regarded as the concentrator and the best healer of stress. In yoga and meditation, proper music creates sounds and tones that will help the listener to achieve higher levels of concentration. Spirit Voyage is the one stop for the yoga practitioners who are in search for the right kind of yoga and meditation music. Being one of the popular companies that offers spiritual CDs and DVDs, Spirit Voyage essentially aims to take all the music lovers to a journey of deep spiritual insight. The yoga music from Spirit Voyage will help the practitioners merge himself into a stage of harmonious awakening. The sacred chants and musical pieces by Spirit Voyage artistes like Wah, Hari Bhajan Kaur, Deva Premal, Deuter, Shakta Kaur Khalsa, Snatam Kaur and many others will take the listener to an enlightened journey of spirituality. Spirit Voyage's Yoga DVDs and CDs can develop strong moods that influence the subtle energy fields of the listener. The Kundalini Yoga! music o r the New Age Celtic Music, Meditation Music for Relaxation or instrumental music of gongs, bells and bowls all have the power to influence the subtle energy fields of the listener and thus direct the listener towards a higher realms of spirituality. Spirit Voyage not only offers an innumerous yoga music Cds and Yoga DVDs but also guides you to the way of attaining healthy and blissful life with its collection of yoga books. The collection of yoga books include books on Kundalini Yoga, general yoga books, yoga books for children and health and wellness books. Different yoga accessories like yoga mats, yoga rugs, yoga cushions offered by Spirit Voyage serves the basic purposes of all yoga practitioners. Since, ancient ages, Music and Yoga practice goes hand in hand. When these two collaborates, they pave the way for an individual to realize the greatest truth of life. The mind reaches the pinnacle of spirituality and nullifies material value of things. The ultimate realization of eternal truth is acquired as the human body and mind discover the greatest potential. The mind, body and the soul are relaxed, free from grasps of thoughts that leads to anxiety and stress. Negative thoughts like lust, greed, anger, hatred are also effaced and the mind and soul is cleansed, thus illuminating the inner self with the divine glow. About the AuthorThe author writes for Spirit Voyage which is engaged in offering various kinds of yoga music and meditation music. The company offers different CDs and DVDs for practicing kundalini Yoga and other yoga forms. TEMPLE POSE LOW BODY SCULPTING YOGA 
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| Benefits of incorporating music into your yoga practice Posted: 11 Jan 2012 12:00 PM PST Article by Karan Khalsa Music - the best communicator that speaks for many human feelings and emotions. Music has an unmatched caliber of calming, healing and soothing ones mind and body. Literal terminology defines music as combination of various pleasing tones that soothes the ear of the listener. Music is a form of art which incorporates melody, rhythm and harmony. The subtle tones and tunes of the music can affect the human body and promote one's healthy self. Music, with its cross-cultural application, is an integral part of any and every culture. The human body, mind and soul are extremely sensitive to music. The tone and sound of the music have a pre-dominant effect on the human energy system. Since the pre-historic era, in the biblical periods or during the time renaissance, the role of music had been phenomenal. In contemporary times as well, music is considered to have a talismanic influence that charms the listener and evoke a mood of well being. The intimate touch of sound and music have the power to penetrate the whole being of the individual. Music, in the daily life of the person depends on the degree to which they engage with it. The omnipresence of music and its portability has made it a supreme stress buster. After a hectic day, one may sit or lie down peacefully and listen to the music of his own choice. After a few while, he will find his inner self rejuvenated and renewed and shall feel newly refreshed. The non verbal language of music played through various instruments is also a way of enticing one's feelings, thoughts and ideas. Like in any other activities, music plays a vital role in yoga practice and meditation. There are many forms of yoga like Kundalini Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Viniyoga, Anusara Yoga, Ananda Yoga and many others. Each forms of yoga has their distinct respective utilities. In the spheres of yoga practice, the sound, when coupled with tone and rhythm, have a strong effect on mind and the body of the listener. The mantras, when chanted, create a rhythm that reaches a higher state! of self consciousness. The mantra music is a strong non-verbal means of communication. It tunes the mind to non-ordinary levels of perception. The sounds and tones incorporated in a yoga music are not merely agglomeration of words. Rather, every chants and hymns contribute to create a calming ambiance, allowing one to relax. The different kinds of music has the ability to create different moods but the music which creates a greater harmony is apt for yoga and meditation. Meditation music seeks deeper into the hidden aspects of one's being and enables the practitioner to reach the pinnacle of concentration level. No wonder that music is considered as the means to soothe, relax and elevate the mind. Through the sounds of spiritual chants, hymns and rhythms, a powerful and inspiring mood is induced within the listener. In recent times, there are many record label companies offering yoga DVDs and CDs. Spirit Voyage is one of the renowned record label company which offers different kinds of CDs and DVDs containing yoga music, instrumental music for yoga sessions, Sanskrit mantras and many more. In addition, the company is also into offering different accessories like yoga pants and yoga clothing for men and women. Yoga accessories like yoga rugs, yoga cushions, yoga jeweleries are also available with Spirit Voyage. The company essentially tends to guide a yoga aspirant with different yoga books. These books contain detailed information and illustrations of different kinds of yoga like Hatha Yoga, Kundlaini Yoga, Anusara Yoga, Iyengar Yoga and many more. The melodious pieces, chants and different instrumental music soothes the inner self of the practitioner, leading him to a different high. The yoga and meditation music from Spirit Voyage induce altered state of consciousness and let the practitioner experience magical changes within. The spiritual music enfolded in Spirit Voyage's yoga DVDs and CDs can deeply touch the heart and soul of any human being. Let the peaceful voice of Snatam Kaur, Deuter, Niri! njan Kau r Khalsa, Dev Suroop Kaur Khalsa, Bachan Kaur, Wah and others take you to an eternal divine voyage. Music is an effortless and effective means of touching the deepest core of the heart. Step into the divine will with different kinds of yoga music and let your innate energy channels get blissed. Music during the yoga sessions will connect you to higher spheres and enhance the meditative and religious moods within you. Lead yourself to a spiritual odyssey with yoga and meditation music from Spirit Voyage. About the AuthorThe author writes for Spirit Voyage which offers a collection of yoga music and meditation music CDs and DVDs. This company essentially tend to infuse a spirit of harmony and peace within the people with its collection of yoga DVDs, yoga clothing and books. y for yoga 
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| Meditation Methods and Techniques Posted: 11 Jan 2012 11:00 AM PST Article by calismith The stressful lives we run at present take their toll on our physical condition. Mental stress and substantial fatigue drain us of our positive energy leaving us washed-out physically, mentally and emotionally. Once considered to be alternative medicine, meditation is definately improving popularity amongst regular medical practitioners. Meditation, which is understood to hold a certain effect along with the allopathic medicines prescribed for quite a few medical conditions. Meditation is not exactly a challenge, if you put your mind to it. Sometimes, we just have to be aware of how it is done and the benefits it could do to us. We don't have to be engaged in intense meditation to achieve its effects, all we have to do is have some time for ourselves and focus our mind on something positive. Being positive and repeating affirmations in our life could also help. Both physical and mental benefits can result from meditation. This can include increased heart health through relaxation, lowered cholesterol and blood pressure, and a more youthful feeling. Mental benefits can be an increased sense of well-being, decreased anxiety and depression, and emotional stability. Meditation should not be used as a cure for physical or mental ailments, however, but it can be a powerful supplement. Yoga and meditation are practices that help your body to renew itself naturally. The yoga helps to do so physically while the meditation helps to do so mentally. The satisfaction that one gets after doing a session of yoga and meditation is unparalleled. Hence people are getting slowly and slowly gravitated towards these forms of natural healing. The methods used by the Vissuddimargga meditation work by trying to subdue the mind. Sahaja Yoga says that instead of trying to subdue or control the mind, which is almost impossible anyway, why not ignore it and simply go beyond it. The Sahaja Yoga meditation is described as thoughtless awareness. Normally it is virtually impossible to do this but in Sah! aja Yoga your kundalini simply takes you straight into thoughtless awareness. Meditation has been established as having beneficial effects to patients with cardiovascular disease. Patients with high cholesterol levels and high blood pressure have been tested with various meditative methods, and results were promising. Even in the field of respiratory medicine, meditation has aided patients with asthma. All the more has meditation helped in the realm of psychology and behavior. Meditation techniques are of many types, but they have a common goal. The main objective is to clear the conscious mind, so that we can gain access to the depths of the subconscious mind and be free of all conditionings. Meditation is an actual healing process that can not hurt you, but it can have a wide range of beneficial results, in exchange. As opposed to medications and other treatments, meditation does not come along with a package of side effects. So, basically, none of the free meditation techniques can do you any wrong. The only thing they can do is to be more or less efficient. Read about peptic ulcer symptoms, and also read about macrocytic anemia and tyrosine amino acid About the AuthorThe stressful lives we run at present take their toll on our physical condition. Mental stress and substantial fatigue drain us of our positive energy leaving us washed-out physically, mentally and emotionally. 
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| Is Meditation Hippy Non-sense Or Good For Your Health? Posted: 11 Jan 2012 10:00 AM PST Article by Gen Wright p>Meditation has been practiced for thousands of years. While it has traditionally been used by people seeking a greater understanding of life, meditation has become a popular tool for relaxation, stress reduction, and maintaining overall good health. The act of meditating is one of those rare things that does not require any type of special equipment or clothes in order to be done properly. All you need is a few minutes of time and enough room to sit (or stand) by yourself and concentrate. What is Meditation? Meditation is a process that helps you to focus your attention so that you can reach a state of mental and emotional calm. It can be done pretty much anywhere, and it is a very useful tool for those occasions when you are feeling overwhelmed by too much information or a stressful or tense situation. How Meditation Benefits Us Meditation can not only help you to feel calm, it can also bring a sense of peace and emotional well being into your life. In fact, meditation can also help to improve some medical conditions. <u>Practicing meditation can provide you with the following emotional and mental benefits:</u> Better overall stress managementNew perspectives on stress situationsGreater sense of self-awarenessDecrease in negative thoughts and emotionsSharper focus on what is going on in the present<u>In addition, meditation can offer you some relief from certain medical conditions, including:</u> Sleep problemsAnxietyFatigueHigh blood pressureAllergiesCancerPainHeart diseaseDepressionThe reason that meditation is so helpful for these conditions is that they are all negatively impacted by stress. If you suffer from one or more of these conditions and you routinely feel stressed out, you will be far more likely to experience greater, or more severe, symptoms. Of course, there has not been enough research conducted in order to be able to draw any definitive conclusions about meditation, and it should n! ot be th ought of as a replacement for the treatments that have been prescribed for you by your doctor. It is, however, an excellent addition to your regular course of treatment, as reducing the amount of stress in your life promotes good health in a variety of different ways. Successful Meditation In order to successfully meditate, you will need to incorporate four different factors into your efforts. <u>Get comfortable</u> - regardless of whether you are sitting, standing, or walking around, you can meditate. <u>Find a quiet location</u> - this is particularly important if you are a beginner to meditation. Once you have some experience at it, you will likely find that you can meditate successfully pretty much anywhere.<u>Focus your attention</u> - this is what actually helps you to clear your mind from all of the stresses and worries that may have your stress levels soaring. When trying to focus, it is sometimes helpful to concentrate on one particular object.<u>Learn relaxed breathing</u> - deep, even breathing that comes from your diaphragm muscle helps your lungs to expand. This will help to slow your breathing and increase your oxygen intake.Just remember, there is no right or wrong way to meditate. Experiment with it until you find a process that works for you, then stick with it. Practicing meditation regularly will help you to achieve a more relaxed outlook on life and may also help you to improve some health issues. Regardless if your a hippy or not. About the AuthorMarc Courtiol is an health researcher and contributing author of a natural guide to eliminating chronic heartburn and diagnosing the causes of reflux. 
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| Meditation Guided Anxiety Relief Posted: 11 Jan 2012 09:04 AM PST Article by Irwin Myers Meditation guided regimes lead to several positive changes in your wellness and state of being. Aside from relieving stress and anxiety, the benefits of a regular guided meditation schedule increase gradually the longer you continue meditating (over a length of time, not per meditation session). If you aim specifically to reduce nerves or anxiety, a focus on breathing in your meditation might be just the track to try. If you already practice meditation guided techniques, you already know the importance of having a serene meditation area. This is the place where you carry out your meditation sessions, and you should pick a place in which you will hopefully be able to meditate without disruption. Another important aspect that is just as personal as the meditation area is your posture while meditating. You may want to try out a variety of postures and poses while meditating to know that you have found the perfect fit. From sitting on the floor in full lotus to lying down on your bed, the many posture options available should be dictated more by comfort than by style. You may think a certain pose seems good for meditating only to find that it does not work for you. Before beginning any breathing exercise for meditation guided sessions, take a moment and let yourself get adjusted to your meditation stance while your mind clears and calms down. When you notice that your mind is not racing with thoughts, it is time to start the breathing exercise. Close your eyes and take several natural breaths. These should be deep, but still natural, as you do not want to overwork your body and distract yourself from your meditation. Breathing through your nose, inhale and count to seven silently. You will then exhale through your mouth while mentally counting to seven again. Repeat this pattern until you feel that all excess thoughts have left your mind, but being careful not to hyperventilate. Try meditating for at least twenty minutes a day to receive the maximum benefit from your work, but even ! ten minu tes of breathing exercises can be incredibly helpful. You can even do a few sets of this breathing pattern when you feel overwhelmed by stress throughout the day.. When your mind focuses on the control of something as natural as breathing, it helps you make sense of the more complicated aspects of your life, which in turn reduces your anxiety through a practice that is meditation guided. About the AuthorIrwin Myers is the president of Wellness Engine, a company that is dedicated to teaching wellness through multimedia. Our first production is Psychic Smarts. Visit us at our website at Visit our website at Psychic Smarts and our blog at Psychic Smarts BlogDistributed by http://www.ContentCrooner.com 
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| Yoga Meditation: 5 Must-Know Yoga Meditation Techniques To Enhance Your Serenity Posted: 11 Jan 2012 09:00 AM PST Article by Amy C. Of all the types of meditation, the meditation that originated from Hinduism is the main type. In Hinduism, the meditation is known as yoga. " The word yoga is derived from the Sanskrit root yuj which means "to join" or "to yoke:" the related meaning is "to focus attention on" or " to use". The main aim of yoga is to restore the mind to simplicity and peace, and free it from confusion and distress. "Yoga is the human quest for remembering our true nature, our deepest selves". There are number of branches of yoga: Bhakti yoga, Mantra yoga, Karma yoga, Hatha yoga, and Tantra yoga. Bhakti yoga is the yoga of devotion. Bhakti yoga is the most natural path for those who are dominantly seeking emotional fulfillment and well being. The person practicing bhakti yoga is called "bhakta". The "bhakta" usually practices meditation by visualizing, thinking and feeling that the Lord is sitting or standing before him. The "bhakta" pours out his heart's love and shares his deepest thoughts and concerns with the Lord until a continual flow of awareness moves between devotee and the beloved Lord. Mantra yoga is the yoga of sound. Mantra yoga makes use of sound to harmonize the body and focus the mind. It works with mantras, which can be a syllable, word, or phrase. "Yogi use mantras to achieve deep states of meditation and to invoke specific states of consciousness, and they believe that a mantra expressing a particular aspect of the divine will help to awaken that aspect of their own consciousness". Karma Yoga is the yoga of selfless action. Karma means action. Karma yoga practitioners believe that all actions whether bodily, vocal, or mental have far reaching consequences for which we must assume full responsibility. Karma yoga is meditating on living life so purely that people perform no hurtful or sinful actions. Hatha yoga is the yoga of physical discipline. Hatha yoga is the practice of harmonizing the body's inner currents until they are in perfect balance.! The wor d hatha is a Sanskrit combination of the word ha (sun) and tha (moon), which is itself a union of opposites. Hatha yoga incorporates breathing exercises (pranayamas), stretching and strengthening exercises (asanas), and meditation. Tantra yoga is the yoga of continuity. Tantra yoga is the mastery of kundalini, a powerful spiritual energy that resides within everyone. Tantra yoga focus on awakening and applying kundalini, the tremendous physical, chemical, and electrical energies of the body, that concentrated in certain nerve plexuses located in specific parts of the body called chakras (wheel of light), and transmitting signals up and down in spinal column. According to tantra yoga belief, there are seven chakras running up the spinal column. Meditating on each chakra will activate its power that gives certain abilities and benefits. "Your energy body is part of you, but not part of your physical body. It is the layer of you consisting of the energy that flows in and around your body, through your nadis, and concentrates in your chakras" About the AuthorAmy is passionate about helping other live a serene and calm life. Amy invites you to browse high quality collection of meditative indoor fountains at http://www.TabletopFountainStore.com to enhance tranquility in your life. YOGA Fitness Through Inner Peace 
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| Meditation Guided Techniques for Children Posted: 11 Jan 2012 08:15 AM PST Article by Irwin Myers Meditation guided activities are generally associated with adult use, but really there is no reason not to bring your children in on your meditation sessions. In fact, children may be more susceptible to the benefits of meditation than adults are, so putting your kids on the guided meditation track is not only a great family activity, but also provides them with a great background of spiritual activity that they can carry into adulthood. Children tend to have shorter attention spans than adults, so if your children do not sit rigidly still while you try to teach them to meditate, do not fight it. You can still guide their thoughts with regular meditation guided techniques, even if they fidget. It is another matter if they want to get up and do something else. Be patient with the kids, as they might not understand the purpose of meditating. They will come around soon enough. Before beginning, you should explain what meditating is about and what exactly you will be doing. Be sure to explain why it is an important activity. You might want to give specific examples of how meditation guided work has helped you in the past, and how it can help your child right now. If your child's thoughts wander while trying to meditate, allow it. This is your child's natural creativity coming through, and creativity is an excellent asset to have while meditating. You can even take these wandering thoughts and turn them into mantras for your child. However, you may want to facilitate the use of meditation music to help keep them a little more focused. Whatever breathing exercises or other relaxation methods you use before meditating will be just as helpful for your children. While you may use a meditation guided CD or DVD to help you meditate, your children will generally respond best if you give them directions. If you want to give them the same instruction you receive, you can simply rephrase your guided meditation directions in your own words so that your children will feel at ease. Irwin Myers is the president of Wellness Engine, a company that is dedicated to teaching wellness through multimedia. Our first production is Psychic Smarts. Visit us at our website at Visit our website at Psychic Smarts and our blog at Psychic Smarts BlogDistributed by ContentCrooner.com 1111 Hz - Deepening 
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