As yogis were practicing in caves to deepen their spiritual journey, they noticed that these practices were potent healing tools. Through generations and migrations , different forms of yoga have also been researched and are now utilized part of Integrative Medicine and bringing benefit for more people. A breath at a time.
Following is a brief remebrance of the the Divine Feminine with Robert Boustany. Mingling and Music follows with Arexpressions Anthony Rodriguez.
Dr. Kopec holds a Ph.D in Environmental Psychology, master’s degrees in Architecture and Community Psychology, and a B.S. in Health Sciences. Dak holds certifications from the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing and the National Environmental Health Association. His publications include journal articles, monographs and four books. He was also a Fulbright Specialist and served appointed positions by the governor of Hawaii and the Council for International Exchange of Scholars (Fulbright).
Yoga nidra or "yogic sleep" is a state of consciousness between waking and sleeping, like the "going-to-sleep" stage. It is a state in which the body is completely relaxed, and the practitioner becomes systematically and increasingly aware of the inner world by following a set of (audio) instructions. This state of consciousness (yoga nidra) is different to meditation in which concentration on a single focus is required. In yoga nidra the practitioner remains in a state of light pratyahara with four of his senses internalised (withdrawn) and only the hearing still connects to the instructions. The yogic goal of both paths, deep relaxation (yoga nidra) and meditation are the same, a state called samadhi.
Yoga nidra, lucid sleep, is among the deepest possible states of relaxation while still maintaining full consciousness. In lucid dreaming, one is only (or mainly) cognizant of the dream environment, and has little or no awareness of one's actual environment. The practice of yoga relaxation[clarification needed] has been found to reduce tension and anxiety. The autonomic symptoms of high anxiety such as headache, giddiness, chest pain, palpitations, sweating and abdominal pain respond well. It has been used to help soldiers from war cope with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Yoga nidra refers to the conscious awareness of the deep sleep state, referred to as prajna in Mandukya Upanishad.
Smitha Mallaiah, MS
Smitha Mallaiah works as a Mind-Body Intervention Specialist at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer center’s Integrative medicine program. She received her Master’s degree in Yoga therapy from S-VYASA, Yoga University at Bangalore India. Smitha has been teaching yoga therapy for specific aliments for over 12 years at various hospitals and clinics. At MD Anderson she is involved in Developing and teaching yoga research interventions for different Cancer populations, like Breast, lung and Brain cancers. In addition to yoga practice and philosophy, she has also studied Psychology, Ayurveda and Naturopathy which gives a holistic approach to her patient care. She is passionate about studying the impact of Yogic life style changes for disease management & patient related outcomes.
SYLLABUS:
Balancing of Breath = The 4 part Ujjayi breath
Place of Breath = Exploring the location at the glottis between the larynx and trachea
Slowing of Breath = Controlling the duration and flow of hte inhalation and exhalation
Time of Breath = Ratio pranayama's for specific needs.
Awarnness of Breath = Guiding of prana to points within the body.
TaiJi-using the creative power of the mind’s intention, life-force energy (Qi) is mobilized and guided through the body. Thus it is said that the mind moves the Qi, the Qi moves the body. The circular, slow, fluid movements of taiji transform hardness into softness, dissolve tension to relaxation. Taiji’s rhythmic movements create and cultivate peace and stillness of mind, awareness of breathing patterns, heightened body coordination and sensitivity, a firmer connection to the earth and heaven, and a deeper connection to the spirit. Good health and well being are just the side effects. So it is that a peaceful and healthy mind creates a peaceful, healthy body, whose energy creates a peaceful healthy interaction with the community and the world.
Tamber is on the forefront of a spiritual evolution in which people integrate their hearts and minds through the language of their heart.
In this workshop, you will gain the tools to transcend the ego, liberate yourself from duality and remember your highest good. You will experience your own consciousness at a higher level. You will go deeper than you have before and experience how your feelings (also known as bhavas) are powerfully creating your reality. You will see how your language affects your states of being, your feelings and what you are producing in your life.
The practice of asana prepares our bodies for our expanded awareness. The heightened awareness and presence that comes from our asana practice is "consciousness". Expand your consciousness , embrace "your feeling world" and remember the "Language of your Heart" in this fun and DEEPLY ENLIGHTENING workshop.
Bright, Bold and Beautiful
Our ability to heal ourselves as well as others is greatly increased through this amazingly beautiful and bold combination of partner yoga and meditation relaxation technique. White tantric is a process that aims to increase your loving acceptance of one self by opening up to a partner by gazing into their eyes. Partnering can also affect your feelings of intimacy by allowing your inner self to be seen. In addition, by increasing your magnetic field, you will also increase your radiance and affect those around you with your true presence. The ability to positively project health and synchronicity by strengthening your magnetic field will keep you feeling uplifted and happy throughout the day! This class is for beginners as well as advanced yoga, tantric and meditation practitioners. Break out of frustration and lack of energy with Sarang for this Bright, Bold and Beautiful Yoga, Meditation and Relaxation technique.
Goals of the session are to energize your body and your magnetic field to draw exactly what you need to you. You will feel more energy, feel more powerful and uplift those around you. Goals also include increased satisfaction with the ability to focus your intentions towards health, healing and happyness. You will leave feeling relaxed, peaceful, focused and ready to take on your next class and life!
90 minutes
A practice for an awakening of the divine Goddess within! Set your intention and find your highest Self on your mat! This master class consists of vinyasa flow to conscious music designed to activate, balance and connect. Experience a very strong asana practice designed to propel you forward into positive change while Lisa shares affirmations for each chakra and leads cueing with prompts to pause, reflect, and move with intention. Learn and feel in new ways, connect with your natural Prana through postures and Reiki energetics focused for awakening mind, body and Spirit. The class is open to every Goddess, beginner and experienced yogis alike.
Finish with Reiki, Guided meditation and Savasana with crystal bowls.
Peace, Love + Light~
Yoga Revolution: How Yoga Alliance Serves and Supports the Growing Yoga Community
Yoga Alliance was formed 1999 to offer standards for yoga teacher training and a registry to recognize yoga teachers and schools whose training met the designed minimum Standards. Since then, it has gone through a lot of changes. Yoga Alliance has been on a growth path that aligns with the growth of yoga and the industry.
Today, Yoga Alliance supports the yoga community and provides more resources than ever before. Through free online workshops, that are eligible for continuing education, discounts on liability insurance and yoga products, advocacy support, scholarships, yoga industry research and visibility on the registry, Yoga Alliance has created supportive resources and partnerships that help yoga teachers and business owners find solutions to their issues and exposure channels for their offerings. Find out about the work Yoga Alliance is currently doing to grow, serve, support and protect the yoga community by speaking with Board Member, Roger Rippy, E-RYT 500, a local yoga teacher, student and owner of a RYS 200 and RYS 300 and studio in Houston, Texas. Learn how Yoga Alliance rallied to support yoga schools in Texas and elsewhere when threatened with government regulation.
According to Ayurveda, the sister science of Yoga, life is made of five elements that flow with our natural cycles. This principle applies to our 24-hour-day cycle.
Most of us are disconnected from this natural rhythm, which feels like going against the current, making it difficult to thrive in your own life.
Ride the wave of personal and professional success by learning a practical, easy way to realign your life to nature's rhythm.
Cultivating a peaceful, passionate practice: How to incorporate props into your practice
Whether you are a student wanting to better understand the use of props for personal practice, or a teacher wanting to dive deeper into Yoga Therapeutics/Restorative Yoga and one-to-one seasons with clients, this session will help you to create a balance between a peaceful and a powerful practice. Ahimsa (compassion) and aligned movement in Asana (postures) all come together to form the perfect marriage of your Yoga practice with the intelligent use of props. Weaving in personal inspiration, this passionate practice will help you integrate the discerning use of props as tools to enhance and bring support in a way that meets your body where it’s at. We will finish with prop supported restorative poses that will lead you into a savasana bliss. (This session suggests that you bring 2 blocks, a strap (10’ is ideal), and either a thick, long towel or bolster. Props are not required to take this session. There will be a limited first come first serve to available props.)
If you haven't heard kirtan before, this is your chance to experience it! Kirtan is musical mantra meditation, a core part of the bhakti-yoga lifestyle! Conscious Houstion, an organization dedicated to the bhakti-yoga, will be leading you in a powerful musical experience that is meant to clear your mind and create an atmosphere of peace, love, and happiness.
Do not miss this opportunity to experience kirtan and learn more about what Conscious Houston (www.conscioushouston.org) has to offer!
Everything in the universe is filled with light, energy and vibration.
Yet in times filled with impossible ungroundedness, we have become disengaged and disconnected from our inner fluidity.
This fluid nature covers every part of who we are, every aspect of our lives and every single breath we take and this powerfully healing fluidity is intrinsically connected to the sacred feminine and it is with in this realm, that we can truly heal, ground down and open up.
In this flow based class, we tap into these vibrations to reawaken Shakti and effectively bridge the gap between our disconnected paradigms and the true nature of the universe around and with in.
It is time to remember, it is time to dance, to rejoice and to awaken and honor the sacred feminine so that we may rise again from the ashes and bring forth pure light into our lives and the lives of those around us. Are you ready to embody your true essence? If so, this is the class that is calling to you through the mists.
Join me to learn how to find your center of gravity and dance around its edges with knowledge of Rahu and Ketu in Vedic Astrology.
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Renu Namjoshi Bio - www.astrocounsel.us
Renu Namjoshi has dedicated the last twenty years of her life to the study and practice of all the Vedic Sciences: Jyotish (Vedic Astrology), Ayurveda, Yoga, Meditation and Mantra practice. Renu’s expertise is her distinctive ability to translate and incorporate this ancient system of healing into modern day etiology and scientific discoveries, so that it is accessible and constructive to 21st century yogis. She offers a unique Yogic counseling service, as well articles, classes and workshops which encompass all areas of life that contribute to wellness and healing.
Yoga nidra or "yogic sleep" is a state of consciousness between waking and sleeping, like the "going-to-sleep" stage. It is a state in which the body is completely relaxed, and the practitioner becomes systematically and increasingly aware of the inner world by following a set of (audio) instructions. This state of consciousness (yoga nidra) is different to meditation in which concentration on a single focus is required. In yoga nidra the practitioner remains in a state of light pratyahara with four of his senses internalised (withdrawn) and only the hearing still connects to the instructions. The yogic goal of both paths, deep relaxation (yoga nidra) and meditation are the same, a state called samadhi.
Yoga nidra, lucid sleep, is among the deepest possible states of relaxation while still maintaining full consciousness. In lucid dreaming, one is only (or mainly) cognizant of the dream environment, and has little or no awareness of one's actual environment. The practice of yoga relaxation[clarification needed] has been found to reduce tension and anxiety. The autonomic symptoms of high anxiety such as headache, giddiness, chest pain, palpitations, sweating and abdominal pain respond well. It has been used to help soldiers from war cope with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Yoga nidra refers to the conscious awareness of the deep sleep state, referred to as prajna in Mandukya Upanishad.
**Bring a yoga mat and a blanket to join the practice.
Smitha Mallaiah, MS
