Author: Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Source: articlemarketer.com
This is the last in this series of answers to statements about Yoga students who are searching for the perfect Yoga, or the perfect Guru."You can't teach me anything about Yoga, I already know it."You are absolutely right. There is an old Chinese saying, "A closed mind is like a closed book: just a block of wood." In other words, a closed mind still must go through a deep awakening process to reach its complete potential.However,, YogaYoga For Fitness, I am getting on in years, and do not have the desire to teach the intolerant, or those who already know everything. My answer to this student is: You are right, and please stay with your current Guru.It should come as no surprise that, very often, the student who says he or he already knows everything, does not and never had a Guru. If intolerance cannot be purged from within a particular Yoga student, he or she should be banished by any self-respecting Guru.Life is too short to waste your, YogaYoga For Fitness, time teaching those who don't want to learn. In talking to my colleagues, I have found similar sentiments. Who among you wants to waste your time?"What could I get out of Bhakti Yoga, Karma Yoga, or Jnana Yoga?"Each of these styles has so much to offer, but they could be classified, for the most part, as nonphysical styles of Yoga. Let's briefly take a look at each one.Bhakti Yoga is most often practiced within India. Bhakti Yoga literally means -unity through devotion to God. Therefore, this is a sectarian practice, most often practiced by Hindus. However, there are Jews, Christians, and Moslems who, Yoga For Fitness, practice Yoga exclusively with members of their own religion. The practice of Bhakti Yoga is deeply, YogaYoga For Fitness, spiritual.Karma Yoga is unity through selfless service; also known as the Yoga of action. Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther, YogaYoga For Fitness, King, Jr. could be considered Karma Yogis. Both were men of peace and action who ultimately gave their lives for what is right.Jnana Yoga is unity though knowledge or the path of wisdom. Through Jnana Yoga you will discover truth without delusion or bias. Jnana Yoga requires the serious student to meditate often.So, now you see the "big picture" and the need to keep the Yoga community together. Yoga literally means unity or union. Therefore, we must be living examples of it. Copyright 2006 - Paul Jerard / Aura Publications
Paul Jerard is director of Yoga teacher training at Aura in RI. He's a master instructor of martial arts and Yoga. He teaches that along with fitness. He wrote: Is Running a Yoga Business Right for You? For Yoga students who want to be a teacher.
http://www.yoga-teacher-training.org
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Yoga in Practice: Teaching Yoga
Author: Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Source: articlemarketer.com
When most people consider the idea of teaching Yoga, they usually perceive the superficial physical requirements of a Hatha Yoga instructor. There are many styles of Yoga, and Hatha Yoga is just one of them. In fact, within the sub-styles of Hatha Yoga, there are a number of "gentle" styles. So, being really flexible,, YogaYoga For Fitness, young, and having the body of a super model, are not required in order to teach Yoga.The above attributes can be used to your advantage, if you have them, but let's go over a prime ingredient within all Yoga teachers. "In a nut shell," it is the passion to help others. This is the common denominator among Yoga instructors, regardless of which style of Yoga is taught. Teaching others the benefits of Yoga becomes a "calling" for students who aspire to teach Yoga.A Yogic lifestyle will improve any person's life. Interestingly, a quality life is founded upon positive thought. Therefore, Yoga has "all the bases covered," when it comes down to helping people.When you look at your own life - reflect on the following questions. How do you want to be remembered? Do you feel complete satisfaction in your accomplishments, so far? What do you stand for?How we are remembered is through our actions. This relates to Karma Yoga: Union by selfless service. When we help people, that action helps people who we never meet because a single action creates a chain reaction. Just look at all the coincidences that add up to you reading these words, at this moment.What we accomplish in life is, for the most part, based upon our own actions. There are exceptions to, YogaYoga For Fitness, this such as: poverty, illness, and bad, Yoga For Fitness, luck. However, the person who never gives, YogaYoga For Fitness, up will realize achievement, success, and goal realization. When we stop trying, we "short circuit" our potential.Satisfaction with your life depends upon finding your purpose (dharma). When you have found your purpose in life, you are living a fulfilled life. Whatever you do in life, helping friends, family, and associates will give you the greatest satisfaction.If you are feeling incomplete, at this time, write down your passions, reflect on them, and notice that one will stir an overriding desire within you. This is most likely your dharma. When we leave this life, it is gratifying to know that we helped people along the way, as this also gives us a deeper sense of purpose.Getting back to teaching Yoga - there are many excuses to avoid becoming a Yoga teacher, but when you feel the calling, all you have to do is share the, YogaYoga For Fitness, gift of Yoga with others to find out if that is your purpose in life. Copyright 2006 - Paul Jerard / Aura Publications
Paul Jerard is director of Yoga teacher training at Aura in RI. He's a master instructor of martial arts and Yoga. He teaches that along with fitness. He wrote: Is Running a Yoga Business Right for You? For Yoga students who want to be a teacher.
http://www.yoga-teacher-training.org
Source: articlemarketer.com
When most people consider the idea of teaching Yoga, they usually perceive the superficial physical requirements of a Hatha Yoga instructor. There are many styles of Yoga, and Hatha Yoga is just one of them. In fact, within the sub-styles of Hatha Yoga, there are a number of "gentle" styles. So, being really flexible,, YogaYoga For Fitness, young, and having the body of a super model, are not required in order to teach Yoga.The above attributes can be used to your advantage, if you have them, but let's go over a prime ingredient within all Yoga teachers. "In a nut shell," it is the passion to help others. This is the common denominator among Yoga instructors, regardless of which style of Yoga is taught. Teaching others the benefits of Yoga becomes a "calling" for students who aspire to teach Yoga.A Yogic lifestyle will improve any person's life. Interestingly, a quality life is founded upon positive thought. Therefore, Yoga has "all the bases covered," when it comes down to helping people.When you look at your own life - reflect on the following questions. How do you want to be remembered? Do you feel complete satisfaction in your accomplishments, so far? What do you stand for?How we are remembered is through our actions. This relates to Karma Yoga: Union by selfless service. When we help people, that action helps people who we never meet because a single action creates a chain reaction. Just look at all the coincidences that add up to you reading these words, at this moment.What we accomplish in life is, for the most part, based upon our own actions. There are exceptions to, YogaYoga For Fitness, this such as: poverty, illness, and bad, Yoga For Fitness, luck. However, the person who never gives, YogaYoga For Fitness, up will realize achievement, success, and goal realization. When we stop trying, we "short circuit" our potential.Satisfaction with your life depends upon finding your purpose (dharma). When you have found your purpose in life, you are living a fulfilled life. Whatever you do in life, helping friends, family, and associates will give you the greatest satisfaction.If you are feeling incomplete, at this time, write down your passions, reflect on them, and notice that one will stir an overriding desire within you. This is most likely your dharma. When we leave this life, it is gratifying to know that we helped people along the way, as this also gives us a deeper sense of purpose.Getting back to teaching Yoga - there are many excuses to avoid becoming a Yoga teacher, but when you feel the calling, all you have to do is share the, YogaYoga For Fitness, gift of Yoga with others to find out if that is your purpose in life. Copyright 2006 - Paul Jerard / Aura Publications
Paul Jerard is director of Yoga teacher training at Aura in RI. He's a master instructor of martial arts and Yoga. He teaches that along with fitness. He wrote: Is Running a Yoga Business Right for You? For Yoga students who want to be a teacher.
http://www.yoga-teacher-training.org
Enjoying The Benefits Of Yoga
Author: Nikki Davila
Source: isnare.com
What are the benefits of yoga? This is the most likely question that you might want to ask if you want to learn to do yoga. It may not be entirely possible, YogaYoga For Fitness, to give a comprehensive explanation of all the yoga benefits because there are simply too many. Given below are only, YogaYoga For Fitness, some of the most important benefits that you can get from yoga:* Complete HarmonyThe most important benefit of yoga is its primary goal, which is harmony. Those who have practised yoga for a long time have already enjoyed physical, mental and psycho-spiritual harmony. All the other so-called life-changing benefits of yoga should drive home to this single most important benefit. It is through the achievement of harmony that one's entire life is modified and enhanced. When one's parts of the self are harmonized, one can function productively and respond positively to internal and external stimuli.* Enhanced Self-AwarenessBefore practitioners got into yoga, they were probably experiencing body or mental pain and discomfort due to various reasons. Those who practise yoga are usually able to recognize problems in their body and mind before they can even cause problems. Early recognition allows prompt correction. One, for example, can quickly correct bad posture to avoid back pain.* A Powerful Stress ReliefAmong the most crucial benefits of yoga is stress management. The meditative techniques in yoga helps a person relax and view life and stressors differently. Yoga encourages people to focus and concentrate on the exercise or technique, thereby pushing stress away. Practitioner is also taught how to breathe properly and detach himself from tension.* An Effective Way to Relieve PainMany discover yoga for the first time because they wish to learn how to deal with chronic pain. Yoga is good for both people who have minor physical complaints and those with overpowering chronic conditions. For some, all they may need, YogaYoga For Fitness, is muscle and body strengthening which yoga can provide to relieve, YogaYoga For Fitness, pain. Others may need more intensive techniques to bring about calmness and natural pain relief. In some cases, chronic pain sufferers may have to be aided into achieving whole new perspectives to reduce their pain sensations.* Body Strength and FlexibilityYoga can help you move and endure better. Those who practise yoga gain improved range of motions and the ability to hold out longer in daily activities. This benefit is especially important for those, YogaYoga For Fitness, who are usually stuck in rigid office positions that restrict posture and movement.* Physical HealingSome individuals who are suffering from certain medical conditions may benefit from yoga techniques. This is because, YogaYoga For Fitness, yoga enhances blood circulation, thereby assisting in nutrient distribution and toxin elimination., YogaYoga For Fitness, Yoga is therefore beneficial for those, YogaYoga For Fitness, with such conditions as high blood pressure and diabetes. Those who have arthritis, asthma and weight problems have also been known to benefit from yoga.With all the benefits of yoga, you simply, Yoga For Fitness, can not go wrong with it. You should just try it if you to discover for yourself what it means to have total health and well-being.
Source: isnare.com
What are the benefits of yoga? This is the most likely question that you might want to ask if you want to learn to do yoga. It may not be entirely possible, YogaYoga For Fitness, to give a comprehensive explanation of all the yoga benefits because there are simply too many. Given below are only, YogaYoga For Fitness, some of the most important benefits that you can get from yoga:* Complete HarmonyThe most important benefit of yoga is its primary goal, which is harmony. Those who have practised yoga for a long time have already enjoyed physical, mental and psycho-spiritual harmony. All the other so-called life-changing benefits of yoga should drive home to this single most important benefit. It is through the achievement of harmony that one's entire life is modified and enhanced. When one's parts of the self are harmonized, one can function productively and respond positively to internal and external stimuli.* Enhanced Self-AwarenessBefore practitioners got into yoga, they were probably experiencing body or mental pain and discomfort due to various reasons. Those who practise yoga are usually able to recognize problems in their body and mind before they can even cause problems. Early recognition allows prompt correction. One, for example, can quickly correct bad posture to avoid back pain.* A Powerful Stress ReliefAmong the most crucial benefits of yoga is stress management. The meditative techniques in yoga helps a person relax and view life and stressors differently. Yoga encourages people to focus and concentrate on the exercise or technique, thereby pushing stress away. Practitioner is also taught how to breathe properly and detach himself from tension.* An Effective Way to Relieve PainMany discover yoga for the first time because they wish to learn how to deal with chronic pain. Yoga is good for both people who have minor physical complaints and those with overpowering chronic conditions. For some, all they may need, YogaYoga For Fitness, is muscle and body strengthening which yoga can provide to relieve, YogaYoga For Fitness, pain. Others may need more intensive techniques to bring about calmness and natural pain relief. In some cases, chronic pain sufferers may have to be aided into achieving whole new perspectives to reduce their pain sensations.* Body Strength and FlexibilityYoga can help you move and endure better. Those who practise yoga gain improved range of motions and the ability to hold out longer in daily activities. This benefit is especially important for those, YogaYoga For Fitness, who are usually stuck in rigid office positions that restrict posture and movement.* Physical HealingSome individuals who are suffering from certain medical conditions may benefit from yoga techniques. This is because, YogaYoga For Fitness, yoga enhances blood circulation, thereby assisting in nutrient distribution and toxin elimination., YogaYoga For Fitness, Yoga is therefore beneficial for those, YogaYoga For Fitness, with such conditions as high blood pressure and diabetes. Those who have arthritis, asthma and weight problems have also been known to benefit from yoga.With all the benefits of yoga, you simply, Yoga For Fitness, can not go wrong with it. You should just try it if you to discover for yourself what it means to have total health and well-being.
Sunday, September 20, 2009
Yoga in Practice: Bhakti Yoga
Author: Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Source: articlemarketer.com
If Yoga were like fine wine, Hatha Yoga would surely be the wine for export. It could be said that Raja Yoga and Kundalini Yoga got a fairly strong foothold outside India, as well. All of these forms of Yoga have many aspects, but the physical aspect is what lures most Yoga students - outside, YogaYoga For Fitness, of India.
Bhakti Yoga, on the other, Yoga For Fitness, hand, is a spiritual form of Yoga and is very commonly practiced within India. Bhakti Yoga is union by love and devotion to God. Therefore, this is the form of Yoga that really does have a deep spiritual aspect and a connection to Hinduism. This spiritual, and religious, aspect is possibly the reason why Bhakti Yoga has not managed to proliferate as well as Hatha Yoga, which is Union by physical mastery.
Could Bhakti Yoga be practiced by a Yoga practitioner who is not a Hindu? Let's ask, for example, could a Christian, Moslem, or Jew practice Bhakti Yoga and stay within the confines of his or her religion? Some already do.
This could be considered, YogaYoga For Fitness, sectarian Yoga, when a number of Yoga practitioners, of the same religion, gather to worship, meditate, pray, sing, or chant. Attachment to God is not reserved to any one, YogaYoga For Fitness, specific religion. Therefore, in principle, Bhakti Yoga can be practiced by members of any religion.
There are many more types of Bhakti classifications, but I will name two basic classifications. Nishkamya Bhakti is praise to God for all that you have. This is appreciation and acceptance of all your situations, relationships, and everything else. Instead of being a seeker, you are now a "finder" of all that is good in your life. In turn, you will easily be able to project loving kindness to others.
In contrast, there is also Sakamya Bhakti. This is devotion to God with the desire for gaining something. The objective could be material gain, to free yourself from an ailment, or to gain power of some kind. In time of need is when most people pray to God. This is a common thread in all of us, and surprisingly our prayers are answered in a positive way.
It is important to understand that Bhakti Yoga is much more complex than this simplified explanation that I have presented. However, the principles of Bhakti Yoga are there, YogaYoga For Fitness, for all Yoga students of every religion.
Interestingly, I have heard strong arguments against "oneness" with God. The theory is that God will only let us so close, as we are imperfect. It is, YogaYoga For Fitness, true that humans are imperfect, but there is no harm in self-improvement or Yoga.
© Copyright 2006 - Paul Jerard / Aura Publications
Paul Jerard is director of Yoga teacher training at Aura in RI. He's a master instructor of martial arts and Yoga. He teaches that along with fitness. He wrote: Is Running a Yoga Business Right for You? For Yoga students who want to be a teacher.
http://www.yoga-teacher-training.org
Source: articlemarketer.com
If Yoga were like fine wine, Hatha Yoga would surely be the wine for export. It could be said that Raja Yoga and Kundalini Yoga got a fairly strong foothold outside India, as well. All of these forms of Yoga have many aspects, but the physical aspect is what lures most Yoga students - outside, YogaYoga For Fitness, of India.
Bhakti Yoga, on the other, Yoga For Fitness, hand, is a spiritual form of Yoga and is very commonly practiced within India. Bhakti Yoga is union by love and devotion to God. Therefore, this is the form of Yoga that really does have a deep spiritual aspect and a connection to Hinduism. This spiritual, and religious, aspect is possibly the reason why Bhakti Yoga has not managed to proliferate as well as Hatha Yoga, which is Union by physical mastery.
Could Bhakti Yoga be practiced by a Yoga practitioner who is not a Hindu? Let's ask, for example, could a Christian, Moslem, or Jew practice Bhakti Yoga and stay within the confines of his or her religion? Some already do.
This could be considered, YogaYoga For Fitness, sectarian Yoga, when a number of Yoga practitioners, of the same religion, gather to worship, meditate, pray, sing, or chant. Attachment to God is not reserved to any one, YogaYoga For Fitness, specific religion. Therefore, in principle, Bhakti Yoga can be practiced by members of any religion.
There are many more types of Bhakti classifications, but I will name two basic classifications. Nishkamya Bhakti is praise to God for all that you have. This is appreciation and acceptance of all your situations, relationships, and everything else. Instead of being a seeker, you are now a "finder" of all that is good in your life. In turn, you will easily be able to project loving kindness to others.
In contrast, there is also Sakamya Bhakti. This is devotion to God with the desire for gaining something. The objective could be material gain, to free yourself from an ailment, or to gain power of some kind. In time of need is when most people pray to God. This is a common thread in all of us, and surprisingly our prayers are answered in a positive way.
It is important to understand that Bhakti Yoga is much more complex than this simplified explanation that I have presented. However, the principles of Bhakti Yoga are there, YogaYoga For Fitness, for all Yoga students of every religion.
Interestingly, I have heard strong arguments against "oneness" with God. The theory is that God will only let us so close, as we are imperfect. It is, YogaYoga For Fitness, true that humans are imperfect, but there is no harm in self-improvement or Yoga.
© Copyright 2006 - Paul Jerard / Aura Publications
Paul Jerard is director of Yoga teacher training at Aura in RI. He's a master instructor of martial arts and Yoga. He teaches that along with fitness. He wrote: Is Running a Yoga Business Right for You? For Yoga students who want to be a teacher.
http://www.yoga-teacher-training.org
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