How To Improve Your Eyesight Through Yoga By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Over time, Yoga has proven remarkably beneficial for nearly every part of the body. However, the question lingers: "Can Yoga be used to actually improve eyesight?" Though solid research is lacking, there are at least three types of Yoga, which appear, at least circumstantially, to do just that.
Yoga For Skin By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Yoga provides many physical and mental benefits. One of the most overlooked benefits of Yoga is healthy and beautiful skin. Most people do not decide to practice Yoga for skin benefits. However, you need only to look at mature Yoga practitioners to see the amazing effect that Yoga has on the skin.
Hatha Yoga For Long Term Care By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - All forms of Yoga have reached far beyond the ashram, studio, and fitness center. Hatha Yoga, and its many sub-styles, has reached the largest worldwide audience. Hatha can be physically challenging, restorative, relaxing, or therapeutic, depending on the Yoga teacher. For this reason, it would be prudent for every Yoga teacher to continue his or her education, for the safety of students, in all walks of life.
Three Classic Yoga Meditation Types By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - There are many different Yogic lineages, which result in a variety of Yoga meditation techniques. These techniques vary, depending on the creator, tradition, and teacher. Meditation techniques, are often combined with pranayama and Yoga asanas, help bring the mind to states of tranquility. They will lower your stress and anxiety levels. Ultimately, they will connect you with the simmering divinity at the core of your own being.
Hatha Yoga For Weight Loss - True Or False By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - There are many myths that are spread to encourage people to consume a product or sign up for a service. Is losing weight as a result of taking Hatha Yoga classes a fact or pure marketing fiction? Let's look deeper at this issue to see if Hatha Yoga helps people lose weight.
About Yoga Pranayama And Similar Cleansing Techniques By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Are you confused by Yoga's many techniques and their similarities? If so, you are not alone. Let's look at a question and answer session from a recent Yoga teacher training intensive.
Q: Would it be possible to tell me what is the difference between the following breathing techniques (Agni Sara, Kapalabhati, and Uddiyana Bandha)? They are performed in a similar way (forced abdominal contraction) and bringing the thoracic cage into neutral position while holding the breath.
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Meeting The Yoga Teacher Within By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - In Yoga, and in some realms of psychology, there are names for the teacher within each of us. Some people refer to the inner self as, "The Observer" or "The Witness." Yet, how can we be sure that the voice we are listening to is the right one? The Observer is, in fact, your inner Yoga teacher. The inner teacher has to be impartial when making decisions.
Has Your Yoga Teacher Certification Expired? By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Recently, a fellow Yoga teacher mentioned a startling concept. She went on to say, "The vast majority of Yoga instructors I meet are not certified." I was surprised to hear this; but she regularly hires Yoga teachers and reviews their credentials.
How To Get The Most Out Of Your Yoga Instructor Training Videos By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Regardless of how much previous training a Yoga teacher has, it is always exciting to learn new techniques from Yoga videos online or DVDs. The following are a few tips for anyone, from interns to gurus.
Review your video first. This step requires us to be spectators and enjoy the film, much as we would at a cinema, or in our living room. The difference being that when we review a video for Yoga techniques that we may demonstrate in our classes we should be taking notes.
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Hatha Yoga For Chronic Back Pain - Separating Fact From Fiction By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - So many myths surround Yoga and back pain that Hatha Yoga teachers should inform the public as to what they should realistically expect from a regular practice. Chronic back pain is a very real ailment, while some health professionals hold to the belief that many cases are psychosomatic.
Three People Most Unlikely To Become A Yoga Teacher By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Who fits the profile of a future Hatha Yoga instructor? Do you envision a perennial spiritual seeker, a specific body type, or an athlete for life? Yoga teachers come from all walks of life, with a variety of life experiences and the desire to help others. The three following examples are not the most likely, and their names have been changed for their privacy.
Yoga Teacher Liability Insurance By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - After an intern has successfully completed a Yoga teacher training course, he or she is looking for teaching positions and considering many side issues. One of the main issues is liability insurance. Below is a question and answer session regarding Yoga teachers and liability insurance.
Q. What if a student did not indicate a specific health issue and has a problem, ailment, or physical condition that I am unaware of?
Yoga Teacher Jobs - Where To Find Teaching Opportunities By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - What is important to a facility, or studio, that is looking to hire a Yoga instructor? Teaching in a Yoga studio or an ashram is much different from teaching in a fitness center, church basement, senior center, or a condominium recreation center. The same can be said for the hiring requirements.
Teaching Yoga - Giving The Gift Of Inner Peace By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - As many of you know, Yoga practice is a good adjunct therapy for most forms of suffering. There are many reasons for the suffering that plagues humanity. Some can be measured scientifically, while others cannot be measured through medical or scientific technology.
A virus or bacteria can be observed through a microscope. We can identify the exact micro-organism, which cannot be seen with a naked eye. The power of an unidentified virus, bacteria, or fungus could lead to the destruc ... Tags:teaching yoga, practicing yoga, yoga and inner peace
Meditation Guided Can Be Practiced Anywhere By: Irwin Myers | - Meditation guided sessions typically happen at select times, either in a meditation class setting or at home in your free time. Sometimes, however, you might feel the need to take a short break and meditate when something at work gets stressful, or you suddenly feel overwhelmed on your morning commute. You can utilize various portions of your guided meditation routine throughout the day whenever you feel a need for calm in a hectic setting.
The Power Of Mind Aura Reading By: Irwin Myers | - The power of mind and its ability to see auras is one of the many benchmarks for testing whether or not you have innate psychic powers. Learning to see and read auras is a good beginning exercise for those learning to develop stronger psychic talents. Once you have begun to see auras, you can start learning about what different colors mean. For example, a red aura tends to mean the person is stressed out or frustrated.
Mind Subconscious Pranic Healing By: Irwin Myers | - The mind subconscious has many abilities to facilitate. Some of them focus psychic abilities on the outside world, and some of these powers stay within the body. Pranic healing is a method of energy healing, not unlike Reiki. Originated by religious leader Choa Kok Sui, the pranic healing practice is now a worldwide method. The technique should be performed by a licensed pranic healing practitioner, but it works by directing the flow of healing energy, or prana, to create physical and mental hea ... Tags:spiritual center, the power of mind, power your mind, your mind power, your psychic, health yoga
Your Psychic Energy By: Irwin Myers | - Psychic energy exists within your mind already, but there are ways to generate more of it if you put forth the effort. Whenever you think of your chakras and your aura, you are thinking about different manifestations of this force. Even when people talk about "personal space," they are referring to an area of energy surrounding the body, even though they might not think of it in such terms.
Your Psychic Ability To Heal By: Irwin Myers | - Your psychic ability to heal is a controversial subject among the medical community. If you are looking for an alternative treatment than that offered by traditional Western methods, it would be a good idea to look into holistic medicine or practices used in Eastern medicine. These alternative options are intended to promote psychic healing, or your brain's ability to heal your body.
Your Psychic Ability To See Auras By: Irwin Myers | - Your psychic powers are more than its well-known aspects like telekinesis and clairvoyance. Being able to see auras is another aspect of such talents. Auras are subtle radiations of luminous energy that people who can use their third eye can see. Auras are known to appear in colors that signify different traits. Auras have appeared to many epilepsy and migraine patients, as well as people with certain brain disorders, but there are safer ways to charge your brain to see auras.
Your Powers Of Esp Are Extraordinary By: Irwin Myers | - Your powers of ESP, or extrasensory perception, are an extraordinary ability. Many people relate ESP to having a sixth sense and we all know what that means. Thanks to the movie, "The Sixth Sense", people are more aware that ESP allows people to see, feel, smell and hear things that aren't detected by normal sensory perception. There is a debate that this phenomena doesn't have to do with perception, as some have previously believed. In most cases it takes a corroborating occurrence to determine ... Tags:your mind power, spiritual center, health yoga, how meditation, your powers, your psychic
Your Psychic Reading Development By: Irwin Myers | - Your psychic reading abilities require proper development before it can be used. In order for you to utilize your psychic reading abilities, you need to learn to develop and identify them. In the process of using your powers, various items are used, such as herbs, crystals and the lunar cycle, which are known to help mediums amplify their abilities. Talismans and protective wards are used to protect the mediums from spiritual forces they may come into contact with during the reading. Safety in p ... Tags:your mind power, spiritual center, health yoga, how meditation, your powers, your psychic
Spiritual Center And Reiki Attunement By: Irwin Myers | - Getting in touch with your spiritual center is always important for your mind, body and soul's well-being. It is believed that everyone is born with a connection to a great energy source. Unfortunately, as we get older, we begin to lose that connection due to all of the negativities that we're introduced to.
Whether it's substance abuse, negative energy formation, illness, disability or some other physical or emotional problem, barriers are placed in our way that need to be clea ... Tags:health, fitness, reike, spiritual, psychic, wellness
Yoga Off The Mat - Three Yogic Principles For Achievement By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - The concept of deriving achievement from Yoga practice is nothing new. Yoga has the ability to alter anyone's direction in life. Throughout history, it has been possible to reach mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, and financial goals by practicing or teaching Yoga.
Yoga Off The Mat - Is Yoga A Spiritual Pursuit Or An Industry? By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - There are many forms of Yoga. These styles focus on mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health. Some Yoga styles focus on a combination of the above-mentioned aspects, for a completely holistic approach to good health.
Knowing this - one might think that staff members of Yoga centers would realize what is being taught in their classes.
The Extraordinary Part Of Yoga Training By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Yoga can change your life from ordinary to extraordinary. When someone promises you the extraordinary, you might want to protect your wallet. In life, extraordinary results tend to be much more than we expected. Sometimes, the cost of a coaching session can be far more than we intended to pay.
With that said, we know that a Yoga session is much more affordable than life coaching. Once you have learned the basics of Yoga, you can practice safe techniques for free. If we see our liv ... Tags:yoga, yogic, holistic, yogic path, aura wellness center, Yoga Training
Yoga Off The Mat - Youth And Immortality By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Did you ever feel as if faithful Yoga practice would grant you immortality? When we are young, we do not see the world with experienced eyes. This does not mean we should give up, but we should realize that Yoga is great for spiritual growth, prevention of ailments, a natural form of therapy, and a good form of pain management for the mind and body.
The holistic approach has sometimes been pushed aside for purely medical and scientific methods that do not take mental, emotional, a ... Tags:yoga, yogic, holistic, yogic path, aura wellness center
How Yoga And Martial Arts Create Successful Studios By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Some people think Yoga and Kung Fu are polar opposites, but nothing could be further from the truth. Many of today's martial arts can be traced back to Yogic origins. At the same time, both of these systems develop human potential far beyond normal expectations.
Yoga Off The Mat - What Are Your Dreams Worth? By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Yoga practice is much more than practicing postures on a mat for a few hours each week. Once the mat is rolled up, we begin to apply the teachings of Yoga to life. Granted, most people will apply the physical mastery, learned from Hatha Yoga, toward other physical activities.
However, the Yogic techniques learned, can also change one's life on a much larger scale. When you enhance the power of the mind through Yoga practice, you learn to put your dreams to good use. Each of us has ... Tags:yoga, yoga teacher training, aura wellness center, yoga help, yogic, yoga life
Yoga Instructor Training - A Gateway To Self-mastery By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Taking an intensive Yoga course is a great way to take control of your life, direction, and destiny. Not everyone wants to teach Yoga classes, but an intensive course will instill inner confidence and reveal many methods for establishing self-mastery.
Yogic Insights - The Significance Of Dharana By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Dharana is the sixth limb, of the eight limbs, described by Maharishi Patanjali, within the Yoga Sutras. We also classify Dharana as a focused concentration of the mind. In this world of cell phones, lap tops, and television, the mind becomes trained to sift messages quickly - without looking at them in depth.
Why Become A Yoga Teacher? - Purpose By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Just last week, I was asked, "At this point, what is your goal in life?" This question came from a respected colleague and fellow teacher. My answer came right away: "I want to spread the word about Yoga, because if everyone faithfully practiced it, we should be in a state of world peace."
Yogic Insights - Observing Doubt, Fear, And Faith By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - We are often taught to scorn doubt and fear, but some may claim this is the age of doubt. After so many political, banking, and business scandals, what is left to believe in? Many sports icons, movie stars, musicians, and religious figures have fallen from grace. Who are we to believe in?
Yoga And The Power Of Positive Energy By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - If you participate in a Yoga practice, you hear terms related to negative or positive energy. Negative energy is most commonly seen as worry, anxiety, pains, aches, pessimism, and doubt. Negative energy prevents progress and can bring your life to a standstill.
Positive energy is an arousal within the mind that causes action and creativity. Sometimes, problem-solving skills are enhanced, due to a surge in positive energy. Religious theologians, of all faiths, call positive energy ... Tags:yoga, yoga teacher training, aura wellness center, positive energy, yoga help, yogic
Yoga For Weight Loss - Is It A Big Scam? By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Could it be possible that Yoga for weight loss is just a marketing strategy? How could Yoga help you burn sufficient calories to lose weight? Is the public being taken for a "sleigh ride," with a holistic approach to weight control? Let's take a deeper look and get to the bottom of an issue that has puzzled researchers.
Yoga And The State Of Spiritual Awakening By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - You read and hear so much about being consciously aware and spiritual awakening, but what does it all mean? What does Yoga have to do with it? How could Yoga practice cause a practitioner to live with intention and complete mindfulness?
Firstly, let's talk about being consciously aware. One of my Yoga students is celebrating her 96th birthday this weekend. Her husband died quite young and she raised three children by herself. You might picture someone who is bitter, comes to class ... Tags:yoga, yoga teacher training, aura wellness center, yoga help, yogic, spiritual Awakening
The Miracle Of Self-help Through Yoga Practice By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Can Yoga make miracles happen? Can we make miracles happen? How often do you hear people hope or wish for a miracle? Many people perform wishful thinking, but how much action do they put into their wishes? Let's look deeper into our daily Yoga practice, in order to recognize miracles - whether they are big or small.
How Does Hatha Yoga Heal Us? By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - One of the most common questions Yoga teachers answer is about the healing aspects of regular practice. As we become more aware of our health, we would like to capture wellness and hold onto it for as long as possible. This is not only an indication of self-awareness, but also a sign of intelligence.
Unfortunately, some of us will abuse our bodies in one way or another, but Hatha Yoga gives us a path toward the best possible health. The asanas (yoga postures) create movements, whi ... Tags:yoga, yogi, yogic, hatha, yogic breathing, yogic healing
Hatha Yoga - A Haven From The Recession By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Can Hatha Yoga give you recession relief? That seems to be the general feeling, among students this winter, as Hatha Yoga classes have not slowed down. The more you listen to the news, the worse you might feel. Yet, you can visit a local Yoga school, center, or studio, for some rest and relaxation.
Teaching Hatha Yoga - Student Safety In Yoga Classes By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Although the general public might see many different styles of Yoga, in a variety of locations, Yoga is often categorized as a form of physical fitness. Some might go a bit further by classifying Yoga as a form of wellness or a mind and body exercise.
Yoga In Practice - Solutions For Negativity By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Recognizing your own destiny, through self-realization, is a foundation of Yoga. We often hear terms such as: "I need time to get it together," or "I need to find myself." This is the beginning of self-realization and the recognition of a need to find solutions.
Now, what if you find your environment is full of negative energy and the source is a friend, spouse, roommate, partner, co-worker, parent, or child? Many people may tell you to leave this situation for your own health, bu ... Tags:Yoga classes, Yoga studio, yoga class, yoga student, yoga teacher, yoga book
The Purpose Of Yoga - Yoga For Stress Management And Relaxation By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Many people are looking for stress management in Yoga classes, but cannot find it in the area where they live. If you are looking for relaxation techniques, it is unlikely that you will learn them in a room full of "young hard bodies," in which the room is heated to 105 degrees Fahrenheit.
Give Us Free Yoga By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Can you find good quality Yoga classes for free? Sometimes you can, and many introductory Yoga class packages are free, or priced, so low, that they might as well be. Some students of Yoga jump, from studio to studio, like grasshoppers. These Yoga students are in search of constant introductory packages and free Yoga classes.
In response, some Yoga studios have stopped giving "bargain basement" or free Yoga class packages. Why do they stop giving bargains? It is for the sake of fi ... Tags:
The Truth About Vinyasa Yoga By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Vinyasa is a Sanskrit word, which refers to breath and movement. For example each Yoga posture is matched by one breath. This is what you do when you perform Sun or Moon salutations, and these are also a form of Vinyasa Yoga.
So, any sequences of postures that are synchronized, with your breath are classified as Vinyasa. There are many forms of Vinyasa and even the gentle ones are vigorous. The postures are not held in a fixed position for long and classes flow with rhythm, simila ... Tags:
Benefits Of Chair Yoga - Part 4 By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Chair Yoga can easily work in harmony with most physical rehabilitation prescriptions. Many physical therapists have knowledge of Yoga or are teachers of Yoga. Many doctors, physical therapists, and medical professionals recommend Yoga to patients who are making a "come back."
Yoga gives these patients the strength to move ahead, when many would be discouraged. The comebacks that I have personally witnessed are inspiring to me as a Yoga teacher. Over time, I have seen come backs from stro ... Tags:health, healthy, fit, fitness, yoga, benefit, benefits, chair, chair yoga, part
Maybe Bikram Is Right? By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - For some reason, I had the time to sit down and watch a little television, and as luck would have it, Bikram Choudhury was being interviewed on 60 Minutes Wednesday.
My wife, Marie and I don't often get home at that time of the night, as we are usually closing up the wellness center, so this was fate and a bit of luck.
Our center does not have 105 degree Bikram classes or hot
Yoga classes, but we are familiar with Bikram's style and his wife's many accomplis ... Tags:
16 Quick Tips For Eating At Restaurants Or Work By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Most of us eat at restaurants for a variety of reasons; time and convenience are the most common motives. Below is a prepared list of quick tips for eating out of your home.
If you eat healthy food or sensible portions, that you like, you can stick with eating healthy for life.
Your portions should be spaced out over the course of the day. Water should be a part of every meal.
After you eat, your stomach should be half full, or less, with food. For every two parts of food co ... Tags:health, nutrition, healthy, eat, eating, fit, fitness, food, foods, good, well, wellness
Eight Amazing Benefits Of Teaching Yoga By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Every challenging occupation yields some sort of satisfaction, but the fitness professionals industry had an amazing 85% job satisfaction rate according to an Idea Health & Fitness survey.
Job Satisfaction
In the same survey, 98% of those interviewed felt that "My work gives me a feeling of personal accomplishment." Lack of personal satisfaction is the most frequent reason why people leave a job. These statistics make it obvious that this is an extremely harmonious ... Tags:yoga, health, fitness, healthy, weight loss, teacher, education, benefits
Teaching Hatha Yoga - Yoga On The Ball By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - Where did this ball come from? Is the stability ball a legitimate Yoga prop or just a marketing gimmick for equipment sales? Who could benefit from the use of the ball in a Yoga class? When can the stability ball fit into a Hatha Yoga class?
Where did this ball come from? Stability balls have been around since 1963, originating in Italy. The first time I saw a stability ball, we called it a, "Swiss Ball." Yet, the "Swiss Balls," at that time, were all made in Italy. American Physi ... Tags:Yoga, Yoga Ball Swiss Ball, Attleboro Yoga, Yoga in Attleboro, Yoga on the Ball
Take A Yoga Class - Five Solid Benefits You Can Experience From Yoga By: Paul M. Jerard Jr. | - You hear so much about Yoga these days, and there are so many Yoga styles to choose from, that it is advisable to research a particular Yoga style which suits your needs. Some Yoga classes are gentle, athletic, cerebral, religious, meditative, or hot.
Therefore, research the style of Yoga which attracts you most. Then visit a local Yoga studio, or wellness center, for further information. If you have any concerns, you could set up an appointment with a potential Yoga teacher, and ... Tags:Providence Yoga, Yoga Providence, Yoga in Providence, RI Yoga, Yoga RI
