- Yoga and the Gift of Communication By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Yoga teachers are some of the best "story tellers" of our time. Telling stories, and capturing the imagination of a crowd, is an art. In ancient times, this was the way news traveled from village to village. Cultures differ, but stories, prayers, and songs, were a big part of ancient communication. - Varicose Veins: Several Different Causes By : Corena Mastin
Being very unsightly, and hideous; Varicose veins are often found in someone's legs. This often times can be very painful, the cause of varicose veins needs to be understand before treatment can be given. The heart supplies blood to the whole body, which requires blood vessels to transfer the blood from one place to another and back to the heart too of course. - Get Information on Blood Pressure Medication By : Sipho Sukati
Have you tried changing your lifestyle to help your blood pressure only to find it isn't helping very much? Sometimes lifestyle changes alone aren't as effective as when combined with blood pressure medication. - The Purpose of Yoga - Character By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Yoga classes, of any style, require persistence and fortitude. Many students try a class, but they do not stay long enough to learn that Yoga is deep, and can be very rewarding, beyond the physical level. Many Yoga instructors have been teaching so long that they forget to mention the character building components of Yoga training. - The Purpose of Yoga - The Components of Good Character By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Kids Yoga programs, and Kids Yoga classes, work on many aspects of Yoga; but the most important aspects are those that build character. These aspects are integrity, patience, tolerance, respect, and compassion. The importance of all of these character-building aspects should be mentioned by your Yoga teacher. As the saying goes, "You lead by example." - The Purpose of Yoga - Affirmations to Tranquility By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Many Yoga classes end on a positive note. Some of the methods a Yoga teacher might use, to end a class, are relaxation, meditation, affirmations, or a reading of profound philosophy. These methods may be used separately, or in combination with each other, but let's take a closer look at the power of positive affirmations. - Practical Applications of Yogic Philosophy - Perception and Myth By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Where does a student of Yoga start his or her practice? What is the foundation of Yoga practice? Why do so many Yoga classes and teachers avoid approaching the foundation of Yoga? - Secrets to get the Most out of Your Yoga Teacher Training Course By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Yoga training for interns and teachers can differ, but so can the mindset of the participants. For some Yoga instructors, the initial training is a "spring board" toward future achievement. - Purpose of Yoga - From Thought to Action By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
In Yoga classes, we learn about karma, which means, "to act." The Law of Karma is the law of action. Often, we hear simple explanations of karma as good or bad, but what about inaction? - The Pain of Rheumatoid Arthritis And A Healthy Lifestyle By : Letha Lashley...
Rheumatoid arthritis? Just because it has a hold of you doesn't mean that you just have to roll over and give up. No, you can make a different choice. A choice to get healthy and regain control of your life. Even though you have been diagnosed with RA, you are still quite capable of living a full life, even though you will have to make some adjustments to your lifestyle. But here's the bottom line, a healthy lifestyle is recommended for all of us regardless of whether you are ill or not. Clearly, it is even more important if you are dealing with a life altering disease. - The Purpose of Yoga - The Yogic Path to Happiness By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
When we are around children, and watch them grow over time; we can see the change from a happy child to a moody young adult. What happens to humans, as we grow into adults? Why does a child enjoy life so much, and then, suddenly start worrying about everything? - The Purpose of Yoga - Dealing With Failure By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Could Yoga help you deal with life's daily failures. Have you ever taken a close look at set-backs? Do you see a trail of defeat and feel sorry for yourself? Most of us do, so you would not be alone, but would you be in good company? Remember the saying, "Misery loves company." Maybe you need better company. - The Purpose of Yoga - Cultivating the Seeds of Success By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
All forms of Yoga deliver tranquility to us, but what if life is not happy right now? How can the average person learn to change his or her attitude by practicing Yoga? What is the Yogic method for dealing with failure and keeping your spirits up? Let's look at some Yogic methods to change our lives for the best right now. - The Purpose of Yoga - Cultivating More Seeds of Success By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
When a Yoga student is taught how to practice Yoga off the mat, self-realization will change his or her perspective of life. People, who are successful, do not wait for opportunity to come "knocking on their doors." - Purpose of Yoga - Reasoning With Fundamentalism By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Once in a while, someone will make the connection about the historical roots of Hatha Yoga and Hinduism. Statements have been made that Yoga and Hinduism are one in the same. In truth, many ashrams do cover Hindu scripture, but that is a real rarity within a Western style Yoga studio. Also, be aware that Christian ashrams also exist, so not all ashrams are the same. - The Purpose of Yoga - Yogic Diet for Peaceful Resolutions By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
In Yoga, the Sattvic diet is considered to be a very important issue for the holistic health of a Yoga practitioner. When most people consider the term, "diet," mental images of boring food, torture, and weight loss come to mind. Yet, healthy eating can be prepared tastefully. - The Powerful Kundalini Yoga Seven Chakra System Explained By :
What exactly are Chakras? How do they function? How can they be worked on? This article will look to answer these and other key questions regarding them, as well as give an overview of each of the Chakras that make up the powerful Kundalini Yoga Seven Chakra System. - Office Yoga - Four Physical Techniques for Corporate Yoga By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Which asanas and techniques would work best in an office, when space is an issue for office Yoga classes? Pranayama is most important, but let's look at solutions for Yoga posturing, and getting better blood circulation in the legs, within a finite amount of space. - The Purpose of Yoga - Solutions for Peaceful Resolutions By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Everyone can lose their temper; even long time Yoga practitioners can become angry, so what is the secret to becoming a "peace maker." For some people, being even tempered is a gift. They were born cool, calm, and collected, but there is also a formula for "keeping the peace." - The Purpose of Yoga - Creating the World From Within By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
How could Yoga help you create the world from within? Here is a riddle: What is the number one objective of all men and women? Once you find it, possession of it will be difficult. Your Yoga practice will help you find and retain it. - The Purpose of Yoga - Creating Happiness From Within By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
The ancient Yogis created a science of breathing, which we know as Pranayama, but very often new Yoga students do not see the higher value in this practice. The new Hatha Yoga student may only see a value in the physical Yoga postures. - The Purpose of Yoga - Creating a New Reality By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Yoga teachers often discuss subjects such as self-realization and transformation in great depth, but where does the average Yoga student start this journey? How can we take control of our lives? How can we design a life plan, which gives us direction, purpose, and meaning every day? - Teaching Hatha Yoga - The Ultimate Yoga Teacher By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Some students, who are new to Yoga, may want to be physically, mentally, and verbally abused by the "Ultimate Yoga Teacher." They crave the abusive attention and search for the reincarnation of the Marquis de Sade. - Take a Yoga Class - Five Solid Benefits You Can Experience from Yoga By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
You hear so much about Yoga these days, and there are so many Yoga styles to choose from, that it is advisable to research a particular Yoga style which suits your needs. Some Yoga classes are gentle, athletic, cerebral, religious, meditative, or hot. - The Purpose of Yoga - Choosing a Yoga Teacher and a Yoga School By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Choosing the right Yoga teacher, and a compatible Yoga style, is more complicated than most people realize. Most Yoga students should first research through the many Yoga styles available, in their local area, to determine which will best suit their needs. - The Purpose of Yoga - Overcoming Fear By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Could Yoga really empower you enough to conquer your worst fears? Very few people are able to overcome fear, without a serious effort. Fear holds us still, stifles our progress, and distorts our view of reality. Worse yet, some of our fears stem from childhood - whether they are rooted in reality or not. - The Purpose of Yoga - Finding Yourself By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Some people claim to find themselves after practicing Yoga faithfully - but how can this be? Yoga is an art of living. In fact, Yoga is a 5,000 year old archive of solutions for the many forms of suffering, which plague mankind. - The Purpose of Yoga - Inspiration and Goals By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Patanjali must have had goals to write and complete the Yoga Sutras. Gandhiji must have had goals and vision to see that peaceful protest would result in the independence of India. - Patenting Yoga - A Crime against Humanity By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
What's next; will we have to pay a toll to meditate? How can it be morally correct to gain a US patent on a 5,000 year old system founded in India? Who should have the right to claim Yoga? - Who Should Become a Yoga Teacher? By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Lately, there has been a fuss over who has a right to become a Yoga teacher; but let's look at some of the variables to consider if you desire to teach Yoga. Consider the following questions, "from both sides of the Yoga certification debate."
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