Yoga & Meditation Yoga is the union of mind, body, & soul. It restores your mind and body into an aligned relaxed and natural state. Yoga cleanses your mind and uplifts your spirituality. " The benefits of yoga include: Fitness, Safety, Weight Management, Vitality and Energy, Portability, Proper Breathing, Improves Athletic Performance, Stress Management, Flexibility, Inner Balance/Calm, Spiritual Awareness " The previous slide on Ista Linga Pooja already covered Dristi Yoga and Meditation ! Focusing with your eyes on Linga is dristi Yoga ! Letting all things go and emptying your mind of everything is meditation. Normally meditation works most effectively after a yoga session in the form of Shavasana. " The best method of beginning Yoga and Pranayama is to find an instructor / friend who already has some experience in Yoga. The other alternative is to view videos on Yoga for beginners and follow the instructions. " Take it easy until you have mastered steps before you go to advanced levels. Time required : 20 – 30 mins / day Some web links on yoga: http://www.yogabasics.com/ 5 "
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