Yoga - Various Types And Various Reasons
... Kundalini Yoga usually involves a combination of Raja, Hatha, Tantra, Laya and Mantra Yogas. The principal goal Of Kundalini Yoga is the stimulation of the spiritual life force at the base of the spine enabling it to rise easily from the lower centers of the being into the spiritual centers in the head where higher consciousness is perceived, experienced and lived in. Yet another form of Yoga is Kriya Yoga. Kriya Yoga is a mix of Raja, Jnana and Bhakti practices. The work 'Kriya' means to 'make an effort' or 'to transform". Practicing Kriya Yoga involves a daily program of self-discipline of the mind and body and devotion to God. Today Kriya Yoga is also practiced to direct life force to move up and down the spine transforming the meditator's being until spiritual realization happens. To learn how to do this technique a student really requires initiation from a long-term practiser or Guru. Both types of Kriya are very ancient and deeply related. Throughout the world today there are several million people practicing t...more
Yoga Bags - Main Characteristics and Significance
...manufacturing of yoga bags. Efforts are on to make bags in eco-friendly plant fibers so that harmony of the environment is kept undiminished.
The size of the yoga bags is an important feature to be addressed. They are sometimes made in size that can accommodate two mats or more. Depending upon the folding size of the mat rolled over or parallely folded- yoga bag is chosen. A yoga bag has to be equipped with well stitched shoulder straps so that the bag can be comfortably carried to ...more
Yoga for Every BODY
...We all want to feel loved, open, free and peaceful. We all desire to let go of the ideals and expectations of the world and be simply still. What if you had permission to be anything your heart wanted you to be? What if there was no right or wrong way of doing yoga poses, just simply YOUR way. The way that feels good for your body, mind and spirit. That is yoga to me.
Theres a smorgasbord of yoga labels all around us. Each having its own fancy term or cool yoga gear. Its a bummer to see yoga magazines or videos with the same types of bodies representing yoga. This sends a message to the world that yoga is about looking a specific way. Instead of getting lost in the confusion, I chose to start really looking at my responsibil...more
stress Management Tips
...You have probably heard this before but again stress is a key contributor to poor health. study after study has found that when a person is stressed, the body reacts. The result of stress could be high-blood pressure, tension headaches, upset stomach, poor posture, and so on. Keeping stress in check will help you manage your overall health much better. Here are a few stress management tips for mental relaxation and self development.
Sleep Well
Does sleep really affect health? You be...more