Wednesday, August 13, 2008

Yoga for Kids: Building Self-Image, Part 1

...Parents are struggling to find methods for instilling self-confidence within their children. As adults, we know that the repercussions of poor self image can result in anxiety, depression, and a huge list of bad scenarios.

With this in mind, there are a number of positive actions that parents, teachers, physicians, and yoga teachers can take to build solid foundations, within a given childs character. By seeking solutions, we can give our children a positive view of life. In turn, children will develop into successful adults by building strong relationships and by exceptional performance, within his or her career.

Lets look at the positive aspects for children within a typical Kids yoga class. Although, yoga is a vast subject, and there are a number of topics to discuss; children are better off being taught to focus on fou...more

A Brief Introduction To The Science Of yoga

...yoga is basically a science of correct living. When it is incorporated into daily life, it works on every aspect of the individual. The physical, mental, spiritual, psychic and emotional levels are all affected and strengthened through practice of yoga. The word 'yoga' means oneness or unity and comes from the Sanskrit word 'yuj' which means has the meaning of joining together.

yoga is not magic or sorcery, neither is it mental or physical debauchery. Those p...more

Prenatal yoga

...ivery is easy to do if you are prepared. The only way to be prepared is through pregnancy yoga.

If you have thought about yoga but have never tried it you should know that it is never too late to start yoga, even if you are on your last three months of pregnancy. Because yoga does not contain fast paced exercise or heavy equipment it can not hurt you or your baby if you do the yoga as instructed by a professional. yoga offers physical stretching w...more

Branches Or Basics of yoga

... relate to the feminine principle of the cosmos, which they call Shakti.

In the West, the tantric path of yoga has become associated almost entirely with sexual activity. It is because of this emphasis on only one aspect of this branch that it has become misinterpreted and misunderstood by so many. It is amusing to note that, although tantra has become associated exclusively with sexual ritual, most tantric schools actually recommend a celibate lifestyle. The Kama Sutra an ancient Hindu book of sexual techniques is the best known example of the lack of understanding of the true objectives of tantra yoga.

A discipline that leads to a reverential attitude to even the most every day celebrations of giving and receiving, of birth and death, of achievements and of failure, and of relationships and understanding, this is a path that will appeal to westerners who enjoy being actively involved in celebrations, church going, clubs and associations and other types of ceremonies.

Combining the Paths
You do not have to limit yourself to one expression, but can practice hatha yoga, taking care of your physical body, while simultaneously cultivating the lifestyle of a Bhakti Yogi, expressing compassion for everyone you meet. Whichever, avenue of yogic expression draws your interest; it will probably be the right yoga path for you.<...more

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