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Meditation & Yoga

What is meditation?Meditation is any form of a family of practices in which practitioners train their minds or self-induce a mode of consciousness to realize some benefit.Meditation is generally an...

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What is a "Yogi"?

A Yogi is a practitioner of Yoga.

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What is the "Sun salutation"?

Surya Namaskar, the Sun Salutation, is a series of 12 postures performed in a single, graceful flow. Each movement is coordinated with the breath. Inhale as you extend or stretch, and exhale as you...

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Developing a Yoga Practice

You can develop a yoga practiceyou can take a class as often as you wanteveryday or once a weekyou can attend a classor you can do your yoga at home or in a parkyou can do it by yourselfor in a...

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The "Do's" in a yoga class

Do...review yoga etiquette so you feel very comfortable entering an unfamiliar situation.tell the teacher it's your first class (you probably won't be the only one).ask the teacher for help if you need...

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The "Don'ts" in a yoga class

Don't...have a big meal right before class. Try eating lightly a few hours before class starts.drink water during class, but have some before and after.wear shoes or socks during class.

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Yoga Tools for Class

1. Comfy clothing2. barefoot3. water4. yoga mat5. straps6. blocks7. blankets

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Different Yoga Styles

Traditional StylesThese styles of yoga all originated in India. Though now popular worldwide, each of these styles follows a method developed by an Indian...

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Pranayama

Yoga Breathing Exercises, which are called Pranayama in Sanskrit, may be done in association with yoga poses or just while sitting quietly.There are three main types of pranayama:purak...

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What is "Bhakti yoga"?

It is the yoga of devotion.

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What is "Jnana yoga"?

It is the yoga of knowledge, particularly self-knowledge

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What is "Karma yoga"?

It is the yoga of service.To learn more about giving, visit "The Sweetness of Giving" www.givingandkarmayoga.blogspot.com

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What are the Eight Limbs of Yoga?

Each limb relates to an aspect of achieving a healthy and fulfilling life, and each builds upon the one before it.1. Yama:Five ethical guidelines regarding moral behavior towards others:Ahimsa:...

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What are "Asanas"?

Asanas refers to the practice of physical postures or poses. Asana is only one of the eight "limbs" of yoga, the majority of which are more concerned with mental and spiritual well-being than physical...

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What is yoga?

(1)  Yoga is the Hindu practice of physical, mental, and spiritual discipline, originating in ancient India. The goal of yoga, or of the person practicing yoga, is the attainment of a state of perfect...

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Aspects of a Healthy, Balanced Life

In order to have rich and balanced lives, we must intend on living rich and balanced lives. It is a process and we must be willing to do the proper work. That work may consist of having clear...

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Ten Nebula & Yoga

I am a practitioner of yoga. I have been taking yoga for years, since I was right out of high school. It was one of the first steps towards me discovering my spirituality. I have worked, volunteered,...

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How May We Help You?

This site can help you to:1. learn about the basics of yoga2. learn about what is yoga3. learn about the philosophy of yoga4. learn about the benefits of yoga

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