...er life.

Yet, yoga does contain many answers, which will give us enough direction to transcend average thought. To go beyond our perceived limitations, requires us to study, look at the infinite possibilities, cultivate the positive energy from within, and project it out into the world by helping those who need it.

Remember the saying, You can bring a horse to water, but you cannot make him drink? Only those willing to help themselves are worthy of the massive amounts of energy you will spend helping them. Do not waste your time trying to help ...more

Modern Benefits from the Ancient Practice of yoga

...n a decrease in blood pressure, stress, and heart rate, in regular practitioners. Other reported benefits are decreased arthritis pain and increased bowel performance.

From iyengar to Bikram, there are yoga styles for everyone. By providing an understanding of how the body works, this ancient art has enabled people, of all shapes and sizes, become healthier. Become a yoga instructor and join millions on the path to self-aware health.

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Mantra, Japa, and Yogic Affirmation Methods for Anxiety Relief

...zed by the negative powers within our imaginations.

How do we establish control of the monkey mind during a wave of anxiety? When anxious thoughts begin to exaggerate inherent fears, we have lost control of our minds. The mind is your greatest ally or your worst enemy, but you must choose which path to follow.

During an anxiety attack, some people try to establish control by saying to themselves, Mustnt think bad thoughts. This method can ...more

The Stratospheric Rise Of yoga Brings Opportunities And Challenges

...balance or meditation.

Whether they give demonstrations or just verbal descriptions.

The size of classes and whether they focus on individuals, how they help with correcting poses, through descriptions only or physical contact to realign (in which case gender may become a factor).

If we are attending a new yoga class for a particular health reason such as treating back pain, high blood pressure, stress or breathing problems then it's important to know if the teacher has any experience in these treatments

There are a couple of other "tells" that may help you judge whether a teacher is sufficiently experienced. Firstly, does the teacher talk as if they are genuinely enthusiastic about yoga, it's benefits for the body, mind and spirit and sharing that with their students? Secondly, do they come across as being genuinely knowledgeable about yoga? Such as knowing and using the Sanskrit names of the yoga poses. While it doesn't guarantee that the teacher is experienced or good at teaching, it does at least indicate they have spent some time learning their practice.

If you don't find the right yoga style or teacher right away, then keep looking. With so many options you're bound to find something soon enough. The health benefits of yoga are worth the search and you'll learn plenty about yoga, your body and yourself along the way.

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