| Who Should Become a Yoga Teacher? by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Lately, there has been a fuss over who has a right to become a Yoga teacher; but let's look at some of the variables to consider if you desire to teach Yoga. Consider the following questions, "from both sides of the Yoga certification debate." |
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| The Purpose of Yoga - Releasing Anxiety by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Yoga is a great relief from feelings of anxiety, but anxiety is part of life; and some of us have more anxiety than others. No matter how many years you practice Yoga, you are still human. You are bound to feel feelings of frustration, angst, irritation, and anxiety. |
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| The Purpose of Yoga - Creating a New Reality by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Yoga teachers often discuss subjects such as self-realization and transformation in great depth, but where does the average Yoga student start this journey? How can we take control of our lives? How can we design a life plan, which gives us direction, purpose, and meaning every day? |
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| Yoga and Mental Self-Reconciliation by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Many of us need time to "find ourselves," and some of us never do. How can Yoga help a "lost soul?" Can Yoga really be a guide to better mental health? Where do you start to "pick up the pieces" and practice Yoga for self-reconciliation? |
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| Teaching Hatha Yoga - Ethics and Professionalism by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Any time you are sitting at the front of the Yoga class, in a teaching capacity, your role must fit comfortably into Yoga teacher / Yoga student relationship guidelines. This concept of "role playing" is a difficult transition for any Yoga intern, regardless of past experience. |
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| Yoga: When Should You Consider a Private Lesson? by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| So who needs a private lesson when you can buy a Yoga video and learn from the masters? Learning Yoga should be a "piece of cake," right? Wrong; as a matter of fact - Painfully wrong. |
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| What Should a Hatha Yoga Teacher Know? Part 1 by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| No Yoga teacher should ever put a student at risk. The body of a Yoga student cannot be forced into a position that a Yoga teacher feels is correct. Instead, the body is gently guided to its natural limits, without pain and little discomfort. |
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| Teaching Hatha Yoga: Abundance is Under Your Nose by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Have you been overlooking opportunities because of "programmed thinking?" Some people, even Yoga teachers, feel they do not deserve opportunities. They scratch out a modest existence because they have been programmed for less than optimum results. |
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| The Purpose of Yoga: The Change We Wish to See by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| One common thread among all Yoga practitioners is the desire to make the world around them a better place to live on all levels. Many Yoga teachers volunteer community time in selfless service or contribute to local charities. |
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| Yoga for Depression: Motivation and Trust by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Yoga is an excellent motivational tool. When you consider starting your day with Yoga meditation, Pranayama, Japa, Yoga postures (Asanas), warm-ups, Sun Salutations, or a combination of any of these - Yoga offers many useful motivation techniques for all of us. |
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| What Should a Hatha Yoga Teacher Know about Pranayama? by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Pranayama is possibly the most overlooked aspect of Hatha Yoga. Every Yoga teacher training course includes a significant segment about Pranayama. Although B.K.S. Iyengar wrote detailed works on the subject, some Hatha Yoga teachers barely scratch the surface on the subject of cultivating vital energy through breathing. |
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| Kids Yoga: Enhanced Goal Setting Techniques by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Have you ever noticed what a monumental task goal setting is for anyone? Some adults have no goals at all. So, why should we expect children to constructively set goals, in the age of attention disorders? |
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| 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. |
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| The Purpose of Yoga - Overcoming Fear by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Could Yoga really empower you enough to conquer your worst fears? Very few people are able to overcome fear, without a serious effort. Fear holds us still, stifles our progress, and distorts our view of reality. Worse yet, some of our fears stem from childhood - whether they are rooted in reality or not. |
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| Yoga for Depression: Pessimism and Perfection by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Is Yoga a cure for depression? How can Yoga stop you from feeling hopeless? Let's look at how Yoga can help you prevent negative thinking and the resulting damage negative thinking can have on your life. |
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| Office Yoga: Corporate Yoga for the Office by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Could Yoga increase office productivity? Can Yoga teachers help the corporate sector? What can Office Yoga programs do for large and small businesses? Let's look at solutions that Yoga can offer to the business world. |
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| Yoga and Spiritual Self-Reconciliation by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Yoga is a broad term, but it has many styles that are encompassed within this health maintenance system. Most forms of Yoga address physical, mental, and spiritual health - while some Yoga styles are a little strong in one area, but might be a bit lacking somewhere else. |
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| The Purpose of Yoga - Taking Control of Your Life by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Yoga teaches us how to make life changes from within. Within all Yoga styles are the tools of self-realization and transformation. Once a Yoga practitioner has managed to empower him or herself, a positive direction will become the easiest path to follow. |
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| Yoga in Practice: From Worrier to Warrior I by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Is worry like a "monkey on your back," or is it a monkey in the mind? Are you in a state of perpetual worry? Is all this worrying affecting your sleep patterns? Can Yoga help you to calm down? |
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| Kids Yoga: A Solution to Global Obesity in Children by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Two topics that most people are tired of hearing about are obesity and childhood obesity. The problem is we will not find solutions for these problems if we "bury our heads in the sand." |
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| Yoga Tips for Managing Anxiety and Cultivating Positive Energy by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| When I hear anyone, who can walk, or easily stand on two feet, make statements such as, "Life isn't fair" and "I don't have enough time to take care of my health" - it reminds me of Russell Conwell's book, "Acres of Diamonds." |
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| Teaching Hatha Yoga: Designing a Lesson Plan - Part 1 by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Which asanas, or Yoga postures, should you select? How long should you hold each Yoga posture? What is the benefit of holding a Yoga posture for minutes at a time? |
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| When Does One Become A Yoga Teacher? by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| When you teach a friend, co-worker, or family member, one Yoga technique, you have taken the first step toward becoming a Yoga teacher. This is the traditional way Yoga was initially taught before Hatha Yoga classes became such a "magnet" to the public. Large Yoga classes are not a bad thing, but it is easy to forget the way Yoga was taught for centuries. |
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| Should an Obese Person Become a Yoga Teacher? by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| There seems to be a stereotypical view of what a Yoga teacher should look like. Worse yet, there seems to be a preconceived notion about what a Yoga teacher should weigh. |
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| What Should a Hatha Yoga Teacher Know? - Part 2 by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Yoga teachers should have good working knowledge of Yoga posture alignment and know how to assist a Yoga student who is holding an asana. When you are about to give an assist - ask for permission first; as this might be considered an invasion of privacy by some of your Yoga students. |
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