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Assume the «relaxation pose» on your back – that is with the body relaxed as much as possible, eyes closed, legs straight (but not tensed), arms relaxed by your sides with the palms facing upward, and the head lying relaxed in straight alignment with the spine. The concentration is on the flow of breath with abdominal or full rhythmic breathing. Continue reading “Y-04 Wind Relieving Posture”
This posture may be made dynamically at first and then held as a static posture as one becomes more flexible. From the «relaxed standing position» with the feet together, clasp your hands behind your back (with the fingers interlocked so they are between the hands). Continue reading “Y-20 Backward and Forward Bend”
From the standing relaxation position, simultaneously bring your right arm straight up in front of you, as you inhale and come up onto your toes. Stretch upward while holding your breath. Now simultaneously exhale, lower the arm behind you and come down onto the heels. These movements should be slow and graceful. The eyes are open and concentrated on a point in front of you for greater balance. Continue reading “Y-39 Upward Stretch”
The yoga mudra may be considered the queen of all postures in that it gives the benefit of five categories of effects. To make the complete yoga mudra one must be able to sit in the lotus position with the legs crossed and the left ankle on the right thigh and the right ankle on the left thigh. (In the beginning, however, you may make the posture with only one ankle up and then repeat with the other ankle up. Or if that is difficult, just cross your legs naturally). Continue reading “Y-55 Yoga Mudra”
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HS01 THE BASIS OF SELF THERAPY
HS16 HOW TO USE THESE SUGGESTIONS
HS17 DESCRIPTION OF YOGA EXERCISES
Some people are more susceptible to colds and various viruses which circulate at different times of the year. While this may not be a serious problem, it is an indication of a disharmony in the psychosomatic system which is making the body more vulnerable. If harmony and vitality are not restored to the body and mind, various other more serious problems will gradually manifest. The following guidelines will be very useful to those who have this problem. Remember that bacteria are always in the air. Whether they affect us or not depends on the degree of harmony and vitality, and on the defense system. Continue reading “HS30 Frequent Colds”
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HS01 THE BASIS OF SELF THERAPY
HS16 HOW TO USE THESE SUGGESTIONS
HS17 DESCRIPTION OF YOGA EXERCISES
The inability to sleep is one of the most unpleasant problem producing human dilemmas. Sleep is the source of rejuvenation of the body, mind and soul. One who lacks sufficient high quality sleep for an extended period of time, gradually becomes subject to a wide variety of physical and mental problems. Often these problems then engage into a vicious circle with the insomnia and one increases the other in a downward spiral of illness and unhappiness. Many then resort to tranquilizers or alcohol which simply worsens the situation by further weakening their nervous system and self image. Continue reading “HS46 Insomnia”
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HS01 THE BASIS OF SELF THERAPY
HS16 HOW TO USE THESE SUGGESTIONS
HS17 DESCRIPTION OF YOGA EXERCISES
A high measure of uric acid in the blood can lead to various illnesses such as gout, bladder or kidney stones or gall stones as well as arthritic and rheumatic conditions. It may be an indication of poor functioning of the kidneys and excretory system. Thus when one becomes aware that his body has a high uric acid count, he will do well to take measures to correct it. Below you will find some natural means for bringing the uric acid level back into the normal range. Continue reading “HS62 Uric Acid”
From the «shoulder stand» slowly bring the legs down behind your head, resting your toes on the floor if you can. Hold this position, relaxing your arms on the floor behind your back. Let your eyes be closed and place your attention on the most tense or stiff areas. Relax them. Continue reading “Y-05 The Plough – Better With Guidance Of Teacher”
Sit on your knees in the Japanese style. Keep your body straight, shoulders back but relaxes. Breathe deeply and slowly with your concentration on a fixed point in front of you. Continue reading “Y-21 Cow’s Head Posture”
From the relaxation pose on the abdomen, place your chin on the mat in front of you and lift your legs behind you, bending your knees. Take the ankles in your hands and slowly lift with an inhalation into the air. Hold yourself taunt like this, becoming aware of and relaxing the muscles of your spine. You may hold breathing – or come down with the exhalation as in other dynamic postures. Continue reading “Y-40 The Bow”