...Yogic Methodology: When thinking about Yogic Methodology, there are two kinds that come to mind. One is the application of Yoga techniques to daily life, and the other is Yoga teaching methodology. Competent Yoga teachers should thoroughly know both.

When considering the application of Hatha Yoga techniques to daily life, we know that Yoga will change a students health for the best and improve his or her lifestyle, but it must be gradual. The mind, body, and spirit will not change much in a month, but a year of regular Hatha Yoga practice will yield some significant health changes.

How many Yoga students want an instant life change? Too many - and this is why we should not make unrealistic promises. It is up to the Yoga student to take action, come to classes regularly, and practice what you have taught in your Hatha Yoga classes. It is up to the Hatha Yoga teacher to fill the students mind with knowledge and encouragement.

If it took decades of neglect for a new student to achieve ...more

Teaching Hatha Yoga - Ethics and Professionalism

... praise all of your students for something else. Yoga teachers, who take the time to show positive reinforcement to their students, cultivate an atmosphere of positive energy.

When you teach a Yoga class, your mission is to serve. The Yoga class is for the students benefit. Think about this, from the beginning, to the end, of your class. Be mindful of your words and be careful not to offend anyone.

When your students leave feeling better than when they came in that is your reward. Do not seek praise; it is the natural product of a good Yoga class.

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IBS Treatment - Immediate IBS Relief With Selective Yoga Postures

...ay even start to feel slightly nauseous.

here are some selective yoga postures and simple exercises which can bring immediate relief from IBS :

The Cobra

If you can lie down, ease into the cobra position. You can find a picture of this pose on any yoga website. As you come up into the cobra pose, take a deep breath and hold for eight seconds. Then as you release the pose with your face down to the floor, release your breath slowly, taking eight counts. Do this for three sets.

Then sit or stand up and pat your tummy gently. You will find yourself burping quite a bit - don't be alarmed. Continue the patting until you feel that most of the gas has...more

Universal Principles of Yoga, Part 4

...Karma Yoga: Is unity through work and particularly through the act of selfless service. Along with Jnana Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, and raja Yoga; Karma Yoga is often considered to be one of the four most advanced forms of Yoga. To take selfless action, without expectations, or seeking a reward, is one of the keys to Karma Yoga and also enlightenment.

When I think of Karma Yogis, the first that would come to mind is Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, also known as Mahatma Gandhi. His model of peaceful resistance for civil rights has been successfully copied since, but most importantly, his actions were for the highest moral...more

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