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Yoga is related to the word yoke, which comes from the Sanskrit word "Yuj' meaning to control, unite or join and also relates to "contemplation."
The origin of Yoga goes back thousands of years and spans many different cultures and spiritual traditions including the teachings of Jesus, but it is not a religion – yoga is the union of body, mind and spirit; the union of your individuality with the divine intelligence that orchestrates the universe.
Yoga is also a state of being in which the elements and forces that comprise your biological organism are in harmonious interaction with the elements of the cosmos. Through practice, you will experience enhanced health benefits as well as a more refined emotional, psychological and spiritual well-being.
With continued practice of yoga, one will experience a spontaneous blossoming of intuition, insight, imagination, creativity, meaning and a renewed vision of one's life purpose. In addition to stress reduction and incredible health benefits such as lower blood pressure and weight loss, students learn to become more flexible in mind and body.
You will learn to make different choices that will benefit not only you, but also everyone affected by you, in your life.
When, in the book of Matthew, Jesus says, "My yoke is easy, and my burden is light;" he is expressing the core principle of yoga. His intelligence is aligned with cosmic intelligence, his will with the divine will. Yoga is a wonderful path to expand your awareness of the relationship between your individuality and your world. Our planet is in need of healing and transformation.
At times, the challenges of our age can seem overwhelming and beyond the influence of our individual intention. I believe that understanding yoga helps to provide an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the very personal choices we make on a daily basis. Through the practice and understanding of yoga, you can enhance the union between your body and mind, and develop balance and flexibility in the midst of challenge.
Some of the popular types of yoga are Hatha, Raja and Bhakti.
Hatha Yoga - the foundational discipline on which nearly all other styles are based. In Sanskrit, HA means sun and THA means moon. Hence, the practice is designed to bring the yin and the yang, light and dark, masculine and feminine aspects and polarities into balance. These are the physical positions.
Raja Yoga - the Royal Path to Union. Raja yoga is the meditative aspect of relaxing the mind and moving beyond the addiction to thoughts and emotions. Raja yoga is moving toward an inward focus with our concentration. Liberation from our thinking provides a waking up to our true nature, our essential state. This is our spirit or self.
Bhakti Yoga – the yoga of love and devotion. Bhakti is love of God, but also the expression and blossoming of love in all your relationships. Bhakti yoga is the path to the opening of the heart centre and communing with our internal divine nature or kingdom within.
TEN BENEFITS OF YOGA
1. Reduced stress, anxiety and worry.
2. Enhanced immune system.
3. Achieve and maintain a healthy weight.
4. End unnecessary healthcare costs.
5. Lower blood pressure and reduce pain.
6. Increased energy, focus and creativity.
7. Learn how to love yourself.
8. Resolve marriage and family issues.
9. Cultivate loving, nurturing relationships.
10. Realize your divine self and life purpose.
The Inner Harmony NV is a natural wellness centre and holistic learning model which recently opened in Simpson Bay. Peter Amato is the managing director, and will offer services in organic nutrition, lifestyle and wellness coaching, yoga and meditation.
The Inner Harmony Yoga Institute will be offering a 200-hour internationally certified teacher training program for yoga teachers. This five-month weekend program will run from January through May. Students will explore a journey through the full spectrum of yogic history, philosophy and theory. You will learn the art of asana (yogic postures), pranayama (yogic breathing) and meditation.
Students will explore ancient scriptures and uncover the hidden, eternal truths expounded by all great spiritual traditions. They will learn powerful techniques for applying ancient wisdom in their day to day life.
Step into the fullness of who you are in a way you've never thought possible. Become a certified and registered yoga teacher TODAY!
Contact Marleen Goossens at mgoossens@compass-sxm.net or call 526-4275 for more information.
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