| The Yogic Art of Living by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Why do so many people practice Yoga? Why do students want to become Yoga teachers? What is the attraction to the Yogic path, which bonds so many people from around the world? Is the Yogic way a science or an art? Let's look at these issues closely, to unveil a timeless art of living, within Yoga practice. |
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| Become a Yoga Teacher - One Step at a Time by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Where, and how, should a student start to consider becoming a Yoga instructor? When choosing to take any path, we should take notice of where we are, the assets we have, and what direction we are traveling in. To intentionally reach any destination, we must develop a plan that helps us make the best use of time. |
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| Yogic Insights - Making Time to Give Thanks by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| How often do we talk to an acquaintance or friend, who says: "I wish I had time for Yoga."? We have all heard plenty of creative excuses to avoid Yoga practice, meditation, and taking care of one's health. Maybe you wish there was a way to get through to people who never seem to run out of excuses. |
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| Discover the Benefits of Yoga Meditation Practice by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| What is more valuable to you - a trained body or a trained mind? Most people would think about this for a second and decide that physical appearance, through training the body, is more important to them. In Hatha Yoga, we can easily see the number of students who pursue physical mastery through asana practice. |
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| How to Practice Ardha Chandrasana For Seniors by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Ardha Chandrasana, which is also known as "Half Moon Pose," is an energizing asana that leaves the practitioner with a sense of focused empowerment. It does not matter what age you are; if you can walk on two feet, you can still practice Half Moon Pose. |
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| 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. |
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| 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. |
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| Yoga Off the Mat - The Perfection Trap by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Some Yoga teachers and practitioners get caught up in the pursuit of perfection. Will perfection help those who know us? The pursuit of perfection is noble, but if we become perfectionists, we will likely drive away those who love or care for us. |
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| Yoga Off the Mat - About Perceived Limitations by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| It is amazing what a Yoga session can do for personal growth. I am not referring to the physical body, as much as the mindset of the average Yoga practitioner. It is agreed that Hatha Yoga is a great form of physical maintenance, but let's look at the changes that take place within the mind. |
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| 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. |
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| 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. |
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| 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. |
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| 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. |
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| 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. |
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| 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. |
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| 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." |
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| 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? |
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| 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. |
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| 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. |
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| How to Become a Yoga Teacher - From Dream State to Reality by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Is it really possible to become a Yoga instructor or anything we desire? Many ideas run through our minds. Even when we sleep, our minds are dreaming and processing random thoughts. Most of our thoughts could be classified as a "dream state." This includes waking thoughts that come and go. |
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| 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? |
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| 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. |
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| Yoga For Self-Discovery - The Discipline of Yoga by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| When we consider the word "discipline," we might think of the military or harsh training. Yoga may not come to mind, when considering the many faces of discipline. Yet, Yoga is a genuine discipline, which has evolved for thousands of years, and it qualifies this description for two reasons. |
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| Teachings of Yoga and the Fear of Success by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| If one is in search of spiritual enlightenment, should he or she avoid success in all other matters? How many Yoga practitioners think that success is a bad thing? Abundance, success, and achievement are shunned by many Gurus. There is a logical reason for this, but there is also a drawback for all of humankind. |
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| Hatha Yoga, Personal Growth, and the Environment by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Among the members of many noble causes, you will find Yogis and Yoginis. Causes such as: Charities for curing diseases, world peace, and saving the natural environment are filled with Hatha Yoga practitioners. While it is true that these people are performing Karma Yoga, what is it that draws them toward giving to others? |
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