Yoga and the Gift of Empowerment
Among the many benefits of Yoga practice is empowerment. In Bhakti Yoga, and in other spiritual forms of Yogic methodology, empowerment is...
The Purpose of Yoga: Spiritual Health
Hatha Yoga training sessions in the west, contain Christians, Jews, Moslems, Hindus, Buddhists, and others, practicing Yoga in harmony. Intolerance is put aside, and Yoga practitioners appreciate each other as equals. This is the way it should be. The path of intolerance is full of ignorance. Intolerance breeds hate and polarization. Who cares what religion your neighbor is? Especially, if he or she is responsible and has a moral code of conduct. While religious leaders are arguing over interpretations, the power within our governments is being undermined by those who would have our children believe in nothing.
Teaching Hatha Yoga: The Ultimate Yoga Teacher
Is "ultimate" too strong or competitive of a word to describe a Yoga teacher? After all, there is a lot of competition for students in some...
Teaching Hatha Yoga: Is a Hatha Yoga Teacher a Karma Yogi?
By Paul Jerard, E-RYT 500 What is Karma Yoga and what is a Karma Yogi? The word Karma can be defined as action, work, or service. Karma Yoga is often referred to as selfless service or unselfish action. This is work that you do, without any consideration of a reward. Many times, we may consider [...]