| The Purpose of Yoga- Yogic Walking for Anxiety by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Let's look at more solutions, which Yoga can give you, for anxiety and stress management. All of these solutions will take a bit of practice, and in some cases, you may need the guidance of a competent Yoga teacher. |
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| The Purpose of Yoga - Transforming Anxiety into Self-Mastery with Pranayama by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| How can Yoga help you convert anxiety into something positive? How can you take charge of your life and declare self-mastery? Can Yoga really empower you to master anxiety? |
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| Even More about Communication Skills for Yoga Teachers by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Who are some of the best teachers a Yoga instructor could have? The answer should not surprise you, but it is our Yoga students who create the best Yoga teacher from within us. Consider this: Random questions develop complete knowledge of any given subject. |
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| The Purpose of Yoga - Getting Rid of Negative Thoughts by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Tranquility of mind is one of the main objectives within all forms of Yoga practice. It is amazing how many Yoga students, from physically challenging forms of Yoga, have not yet learned this. To practice Hatha Yoga as an exercise is a "small piece of the pie." |
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| More Communication Skills for Yoga Teachers by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| When Yoga teachers gather in a workshop to hear a lecture about communication - what is the first topic that comes to mind? Is it cueing skills, voice inflection, or when to ask a student for permission to assist? Those are important issues for anyone who teaches Yoga, but let's take a look at many more areas that could use some work. |
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| Yoga and the Gift of Communication by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Yoga teachers are some of the best "story tellers" of our time. Telling stories, and capturing the imagination of a crowd, is an art. In ancient times, this was the way news traveled from village to village. Cultures differ, but stories, prayers, and songs, were a big part of ancient communication. |
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| The Purpose of Yoga - Character by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Yoga classes, of any style, require persistence and fortitude. Many students try a class, but they do not stay long enough to learn that Yoga is deep, and can be very rewarding, beyond the physical level. Many Yoga instructors have been teaching so long that they forget to mention the character building components of Yoga training. |
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| The Purpose of Yoga - The Components of Good Character by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Kids Yoga programs, and Kids Yoga classes, work on many aspects of Yoga; but the most important aspects are those that build character. These aspects are integrity, patience, tolerance, respect, and compassion. The importance of all of these character-building aspects should be mentioned by your Yoga teacher. As the saying goes, "You lead by example." |
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| The Purpose of Yoga - Affirmations to Tranquility by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Many Yoga classes end on a positive note. Some of the methods a Yoga teacher might use, to end a class, are relaxation, meditation, affirmations, or a reading of profound philosophy. These methods may be used separately, or in combination with each other, but let's take a closer look at the power of positive affirmations. |
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| Purpose of Yoga - From Thought to Action by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| In Yoga classes, we learn about karma, which means, "to act." The Law of Karma is the law of action. Often, we hear simple explanations of karma as good or bad, but what about inaction? |
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| Secrets to get the Most out of Your Yoga Teacher Training Course by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Yoga training for interns and teachers can differ, but so can the mindset of the participants. For some Yoga instructors, the initial training is a "spring board" toward future achievement. |
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| Practical Applications of Yogic Philosophy - Perception and Myth by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Where does a student of Yoga start his or her practice? What is the foundation of Yoga practice? Why do so many Yoga classes and teachers avoid approaching the foundation of Yoga? |
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| The Purpose of Yoga - The Yogic Path to Happiness by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| When we are around children, and watch them grow over time; we can see the change from a happy child to a moody young adult. What happens to humans, as we grow into adults? Why does a child enjoy life so much, and then, suddenly start worrying about everything? |
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| The Purpose of Yoga - Dealing With Failure by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Could Yoga help you deal with life's daily failures. Have you ever taken a close look at set-backs? Do you see a trail of defeat and feel sorry for yourself? Most of us do, so you would not be alone, but would you be in good company? Remember the saying, "Misery loves company." Maybe you need better company. |
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| Purpose of Yoga - Reasoning With Fundamentalism by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Once in a while, someone will make the connection about the historical roots of Hatha Yoga and Hinduism. Statements have been made that Yoga and Hinduism are one in the same. In truth, many ashrams do cover Hindu scripture, but that is a real rarity within a Western style Yoga studio. Also, be aware that Christian ashrams also exist, so not all ashrams are the same. |
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| The Purpose of Yoga - Cultivating More Seeds of Success by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| When a Yoga student is taught how to practice Yoga off the mat, self-realization will change his or her perspective of life. People, who are successful, do not wait for opportunity to come "knocking on their doors." |
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| The Purpose of Yoga - Cultivating the Seeds of Success by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| All forms of Yoga deliver tranquility to us, but what if life is not happy right now? How can the average person learn to change his or her attitude by practicing Yoga? What is the Yogic method for dealing with failure and keeping your spirits up? Let's look at some Yogic methods to change our lives for the best right now. |
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| The Purpose of Yoga - Yogic Diet for Peaceful Resolutions by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| In Yoga, the Sattvic diet is considered to be a very important issue for the holistic health of a Yoga practitioner. When most people consider the term, "diet," mental images of boring food, torture, and weight loss come to mind. Yet, healthy eating can be prepared tastefully. |
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| Teaching Hatha Yoga - The Ultimate Yoga Teacher by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Some students, who are new to Yoga, may want to be physically, mentally, and verbally abused by the "Ultimate Yoga Teacher." They crave the abusive attention and search for the reincarnation of the Marquis de Sade. |
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| The Purpose of Yoga - Aging Gracefully by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Most Yoga practitioners, and teachers, begin to realize the anti-aging benefits of Hatha Yoga, within a short time. However, with all of the anti-aging scams in abundance today, most Yoga teachers hesitate to utter the words "anti" and "aging" in the same sentence. |
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| The Purpose of Yoga - Solutions for Peaceful Resolutions by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Everyone can lose their temper; even long time Yoga practitioners can become angry, so what is the secret to becoming a "peace maker." For some people, being even tempered is a gift. They were born cool, calm, and collected, but there is also a formula for "keeping the peace." |
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| The Purpose of Yoga - Choosing a Yoga Teacher and a Yoga School by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Choosing the right Yoga teacher, and a compatible Yoga style, is more complicated than most people realize. Most Yoga students should first research through the many Yoga styles available, in their local area, to determine which will best suit their needs. |
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| Yoga Certification - The Beginning of a Yoga Teacher's Journey by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Many people compare the Yoga teacher certification process to a big hurdle in life, but the day an intern receives his or her diploma, for teaching Yoga, is only the beginning of the journey. |
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| Teaching Hatha Yoga: Establishing Guidelines for Student Conduct by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| These were just a few examples of why you should implement guidelines for your Yoga classes. It is true that a small number of people have created the precedents, but rules and guidelines should be designed to protect the vast majority of Yoga students. |
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| The Purpose of Yoga - Motivation for Better Health by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Why do most diets fail? Why do most exercisers quit? Lack of motivation is the reason for diet and exercise failure. People already know they should eat better, walk more, exercise, and drink more water, but they need to maintain their level of motivation, without "burning out." |
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