Master the Art of Deep Breathing with Dirga Pranayama
Today’s fast-paced life can often leave us feeling tired, helpless and basically unable to cope. Encountering such feelings are simply our body's way of telling us to slow down and to take a few deep breaths. Unfortunately, most of us think that breathing is an instinctive act and that there is no right or wrong way to do it....
Yoga Poses to Induce Calm – Part 2
To relax our body and mind, we need to shift to a state of deep rest and calm. Only mind-body discipline of Yoga can do this. Part of yoga’s effectiveness comes from its proven ability to reduce stress and instil calm.
In Yoga Poses to Induce Calm – Part 1, we talked about such Asanas (Yoga poses) that release tension and lower...
Yoga Poses to Induce Calm – Part 1
Yoga is widely prescribed as a means of reducing stress and instilling calm. This is true if practiced gently, synchronized properly with breathing and performed mindfully. If done in the right manner, it is a gift beyond measure, reducing and preventing almost all lifestyle related disorders. An elixir for abounding health and happiness.
Here, we’re sharing a few of the...