Yoga Spilts!!

It is said that there are seven chakras/ centres of prana-flow (the flow of subtle life energy). In this meditation, we guide the prana to flow from one chakra to the other. Though very simple, the Hari Om meditation leads to a profound experience.

                                                                                                                                 

Many wonder why it is necessary to meditate after practising Yoga asanas/ postures. One of the many benefits of practising yoga asanas/ postures is the fact that it allows us to slip into meditation effortlessly. 

Meditation being one of the main aspects of Yoga, it's essential that we sit for meditation after practising Yoga asanas and pranayama; else it is like preparing our dinner but not eating it! In meditation one delves deep into the self. 

There are many kinds of meditations though they might seem different most of them are, in essence, the same. The Panchakosha and Hari Om meditations can be experienced in the Art of Living Courses.

Panchakosha Meditation

According to ancient Indian scriptures, we consist of five sheaths or koshas – body, breath, mind, intellect and finally bliss. In this meditation we are guided from the gross to the subtler aspects of our being, finally experiencing the joy and peace that's inherent in everyone.

                                                        

Yoga Connections

Yoga is Connection

Yoga is any method or technique that allows you to connect with yourself and with anything in life, so that you feel healthier, more creative and alive, and more in touch with inner meaning and fulfillment.

Disconnection is painful

To be disconnected from yourself or from the things that are meaningful to you is very painful. It is one of the greatest causes of suffering.

There are many forms of yoga

There are many forms of yoga, some more physical and active, and others more meditative and passive. Even the active forms require that we develop a meditative approach, which means that we remain aware and present in everything we do.

It is important that you find the form and approach to yoga and meditation that suits your personality, ability and interests.

Meditation Enables Yoga

Meditation is a process in which the meditator meditates on the object of meditation in order to connect with and know that thing. The object of meditation can be your breath, a sound, a flower, a person, an idea or concept, or your self.

When we meditate on ourselves we cultivate greater self-awareness and gain self-knowledge. This is a powerful, joyful and aware state that radically transforms our sense of who we are and our entire lives.