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There should be no great surprise that astral projection in yoga practices are a reasonably common phenomenon. In the truest sense of the word, yoga means "yolk" or union. Many astral projectors speak of the feeling on unity or "oneness" while out of the body. A major theme in most meditative traditions is the idea of "non-dual" realization, or for simplicities sake, there being no separation between ANYTHING in the manifest world. The water and the waves for example, is a common analogy used in Yogic or Eastern traditions. We can recognize a wave as "separate" so to speak from the body of water it emanates from, yet, w...more

yoga - Three Reasons You Should Not Do Kapalabhati Pranayama

...ons not to do Kapalabhati Pranayama:

1) If you have High blood pressure, do not practice this pranayama.

2) Anyone suffering from heart disease should not attempt Kapalabhati.

3) In case of Hernia avoid doing this breathing exercise.

Caution: Always check with your doctor if you have any doubts or concerns regarding the suitability of this breathing technique for you. It is best to perform this breathing exercise in presence of a qualified yoga teacher.

Issued in the interest of people practicing Hatha yoga by Subodh Gupta, yoga Expert based in London.

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The Mind Body - Spirit Connection to Good Health Through yoga

...rful way to add an exercise program that can be done in your home or at the local park at little or no cost. Yes, it is advised that you might want to start with classes at your local gym or yoga center to properly learn the poses and techniques, but yoga videos and books can provide much of the foundation as well.

The spiritual aspects of yoga are more individual and viewed from a more personal point of view. It makes no difference as to your religious preferences since it simply enhances your spiritual experience through a meditative state. May refer to prayer as a spiritual experience and meditation has the same qualities.

yoga involves deep breathing, slow movements and getting in touch with your body through exercise. These attributes also lend themselves well to meditation and a spiritual connection.

The end result is a special combination, which enables you to relax, stretch, and meditate all ...more

Teaching Hatha yoga - The Character of a Professional yoga Teacher

...When teaching yoga classes to the public, there are certain components, which separate some teachers "from the crowd." Luckily, all of these components can be learned, but what qualities should a yoga teacher learn to develop? According to one survey, two thirds of all adults had never taken a Yoga class.

If we ask the non-participating public to tell us what a good Yoga teacher should be, we usually hear answers like: Athletic, thin, vegetarian, flexible, strong, and the ideal body weight. These are good qualities for instructors who teach a physical style of Yoga, but they indicate nothing about their character or ethics.

In fact, a Yoga instructor's mission is to teach us something, in each lesson,...more

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