The Yoga Sūtras explain that whether you are young or old, healthy or ill - if you can overcome obstacles such as inertia and laziness, you will be contented and at peace.
Inertia is the tendency of the mind to resist change.
Inertia is the tendency of the mind to resist change.
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Human beings are creatures of habit. The older we get, the harder it is to make changes and break negative habits.
Starting Yoga can be one of the most difficult obstacles to overcome. This is especially so if you have not been exercising or you are coping with a medical condition.
You may think that you have to get fit before practising Yoga.
Starting Yoga can be one of the most difficult obstacles to overcome. This is especially so if you have not been exercising or you are coping with a medical condition.
You may think that you have to get fit before practising Yoga.
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The beauty of Yoga is that it is for everyone - physical postures can be adapted to your needs with a qualified and trained teacher.
As you pick up Yoga, you embrace change as you learn to move with the ebb and flow of life.
As you pick up Yoga, you embrace change as you learn to move with the ebb and flow of life.
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You break down old patterns.
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You awaken new neuromuscular pathways in the brain.
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You experience increased freedom and mobility.
With regular practice, the physical postures become steady and comfortable.
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This is the essence of "Asana".
~ Love & Begin from Yoga Gypsy ~
~ Love & Begin from Yoga Gypsy ~
