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::Join our growing global student community:: Enrol in one of our online offerings:: ⁠ ✨️200hr Yoga Nidra TT⁠ ✨️300hr Yoga TT⁠ ✨️200hr Yoga Chikitsa & Ayurveda TT⁠ ⁠ All our courses are offered as self-paced and online. We align ourselves and are certified through The Yoga Teachers Fellowship of Southern Africa, which falls under the auspices of the International Yoga Federation.⁠ ⁠ Our trainings are based and aligned with the yogic teachings of Sri T. Krishnamcharya, Vamadeva Shastri and Swami Rama. Woven into all our trainings are excerpts from ancient yogic texts such as the Mandukya Upanishad, the Yoga Yajnavalkya, the Yoga Sutra which form the basis of our training.⁠ ⁠ Our trainings are comprehensive and in-depth, giving the student the philosophical, historical, and modern undertanding of Yoga. Our trainings are self-paced and online, allowing the student to study in their own time and at their own pace. We offer student mentorship and written feedback on all assignments. ⁠ ⁠ For more info, please visit our website or contact us on email:⁠ hrdayamschoolofyoga@gmail.com⁠ Happy Monday!💛✨️💛 ⁠ #yoganidra #yoga #yogateacher #ayurveda #chikitsa #therapy #yogaonline #krishnamacharya #swamirama #spirituality #awakening #yogatherapytraining #yogaknowledge #onlinetraining #wellness #breathing #prana #intention #hrdayam #vedanta #samadhi #yogini #yogalife #yogapractice #yogalove

The Goddess Tripura Sundari त्रिपुरा सुन्दरी is venerated as the beauty of the three worlds. These three worlds refer to the waking, dreaming and deep sleep states of consciousness that we cycle through each day. ⁠ ⁠ In Sanskrit the word सुन्दरि is transliterated as beautiful. And the word त्रिपुर Tripura comes from त्रि -tri, which is transliterated as “three” and पुर -pura, which means “city”. She is seen as one of the Ten Wisdom Forms of the Goddess / Divine Feminine. ⁠ ⁠ The Divine Mother / Divine Feminine in the form of Tripura Sundari, is the Goddes of the Knowledge of the Supreme Self or Divine I AM. ⁠ ⁠ The three worlds she presides over are the physical, astral and causal. The three bodies correspond with the three states of consciousness: waking, dreaming and deep sleep, which are symbolized by the three lights: Fire, Moon and Sun. ⁠ ⁠ To approach Sundari in meditation we must be aware of the divine in all things. To realise who we are as the Self of the entire universe.⁠ ⁠ Meditating on Tat Tvam Asi - THAT is all you are.⁠ ⁠ Image source Unknown⁠ ⁠ #tripurasundari #meditate #divinefeminine #goddess #indianart #mothergoddess #yoga #meditation #yogawisdom #yogapath #yogalife #shanti #shakti #yogateacher #consciousness #conscious #aware #spiritualawareness #spiritualawakening #awakening #yogaonline #mindfulness #stillness #hrdayam #samadhi

योगस्चित्तवृत्तिनिरोधः⁠ yogaś citta-vṛtti-nirodhaḥ⁠ -Yoga Sutra I.2⁠ ⁠ Yoga is the ability to direct the mind and sustain that direction without any distraction. This is the second sutra of the first chapter which is known as Samadhipada. The Yoga Sutra of Patanjali is set out in four chapters and gives instructions in short aphorisms or sutras as to how to the practitioner can achieve the goal of Yoga, or enlightenment.⁠ ⁠ Yoga is the practice of stilling the fluctuations of the mind.⁠ ⁠ If you have ever taken time to notice how the mind "works" it will soon be known to you that the mind is always active, whether in short bursts of activity or slow moving thoughts, the mind is always processing incoming information through the senses and the organs of action, thinking, discerning, recalling memories, imagining, dreaming and so on.⁠ ⁠ In the Samadhipada the first chapter of the Yoga Sutra, Patanjali goes into detail about the mind, its activities, the obstacles to Yoga, the types of concentration, witnessing thoughts, stabilising the mind and the results of stabilizing the mind, in an effort to attain Samadhi. ⁠ ⁠ Yoga can be seen as a systematic process of meditation, gradually moving the awareness within and realizing your true nature. This realization is known as Yoga.⁠ ⁠ #yoga #yogawisdom #samadhi #meditation #mindfulness #asana #yogapractice #yogateacher #yogaonline #yogaknowledge #spiritualawakening #spirituality #ayurveda #samadhipada #patanjali #yogapath #yogalife #spiritual #consciousness #enlightenment #liberation #sutra #pada #yogini #mind #light #yogasutra #veda #vedic #dharma

Method of Breath in Asana Practice:⁠ ⁠ There are certain protocols to follow during our asana practice with reference to our breathing we should always take care to heed the following⁠ ⁠ Inhalation is to be practised while bending back, while lifting the arms, while lifting the head and with any motion that opens the body.⁠ ⁠ Exhalation is to be practised with any motion that folds forward, when lowering the arms, when lowering the head and with any compression of the body.⁠ ⁠ Any twsting in the asana should be done on exhalation.⁠ ⁠ Any bending of the torso to one side should be done on exhalation.⁠ ⁠ During Antar Khumbaka (holding the breath after inhalation) there should be strictly NO movement of the body.⁠ ⁠ Movement may be done during Bahya Khumbaka) retention after exhalation.⁠ ⁠ During Vinyasa practice it is common to practice Ujjayi pranayama which is a slight constriction at the base of the nose.⁠ ⁠ स्थिरसुखमासनम्॥४६॥ sthira-sukham-āsanam⁠ ⁠ In the Yoga Sutra II.46 Patanjali says we should practice Asana with alertness and relaxation at the same time. The body must be at ease and the mind must be alert yet calm.⁠ ⁠ There should arise no tension either in the mind or body. Therefore it is vital to practice asana with the correct method of breath. The breath is always our gauge as to whether we are comfortable or struggling in an asana.⁠ ⁠ When the breath is long and smooth the asana is comfortable, when the breath is ragged, fast or laboured the asana is uncomfortable and should be either stopped or the practitioner should come out of the pose and find an adjustment that allows the breath to normalise.⁠ ⁠ We offer Yoga Chikitsa (Therapy) & Ayurveda TT online self-paced which includes a comprehensive approach to teaching yoga.⁠ ⁠ #methodofbreath #breath #asanapractice #mudra #yogamudra #asana #anjalimudra #yogapath #yogalife #yogaknowledge #spirituality #spiritualawakening #patanjali #yogasutra #yogateacher #yogaonline #ayurveda #Yogatherapy #yogateacher⁠ ⁠

ॐ ह्रीं श्रीं क्लीं ॐ ⁠ Om Hrim Shrim Klim Om - ⁠ This mantra is composed of the Supreme mantra Om and the Shakti-Bija mantra-s : Hrim, Shrim and Klim. ⁠ ⁠ The Bija mantra Hrim pronounced hreem is composed of the sound Ha which indicates prana, space , light and the sound Ra, which indicates fire, light and the sound I which indicates energy, focus and the rajasic tendency of motivation. Hrim is the seed mantra of the Sun. It is also a specific mantra for the heart, the hridaya. Hrim has a fiery energy which relates to the sun, warming the heart and stimulating the prana.⁠ ⁠ The Bija mantra Srim or Shrim pronounced shreem is composed of Sri meaning splendour and relates to beauty, faith, devotion, surrender and refuge. It is the seed mantra of the moon. It contains the watery earth energy of kapha improving happiness, fertility, love, calmness of the mind promoting the qualities of lunar energy.⁠ ⁠ The Bija mantra Klim pronounced kleem, is the water aspect of the mantra Krim. Klim relates to Sundari as the goddess of the three worlds, the waking, dreaming and deep sleep states of consciousness, as well as to Krishna as the deity of Bliss., Ananda. Klim is the mantra of love of devotion increasing the energy of love in the heart. This mantra soothes the nerves and brain, strengthens the immune system and has a calming effect on the heart.⁠ ⁠ Reciting Om Hrim Shrim Klim Om has a balancing effect as it balances the solar and lunar energies as well as balancing the central nervous system.⁠ ⁠ When reciting the mantra, the practitioner will feel the reverberation in the head and in the heart region bringing a warming feeling of nourishment into the whole body and mind.⁠ ⁠ Recitation of mantra-s help the mind to become one-pointed in its focus and attention this in turn is what will lead the practitioner naturally into a state of stillness.⁠ ⁠ Image via Sothebys Art⁠ ⁠ #mantrapranayama #mantrajapa #mantra #mantrarecitation #mantra #pranayama #prana #bodymind #yoga #yogapath #yogalife #yogicwisom #yogicteaching #sanskrit #wellness #mindfulness #stillness #mind #still #yogaforhealth #wellness #asana #spiritualawakening #spirituality⁠

Mantra - मन्त्रम्⁠ ⁠ All mantra-s originate from the original mantra "Om". A mantra is a sacred utterance that connects to the sacredness of life. ⁠ ⁠ Amongst the powerful mantras are the single syllable or seed "bija" mantra-s. ⁠ ⁠ The Upanishads are the prime source books of spiritual knowledge, containing sections on mantra and primal sound which connect to older Vedic teachings.⁠ ⁠ The Shabda Brahman or "Sound Yoga" tradition shows us how mantra can lead us to our highest reality. In the Shabda Brahman it is written: "Two forms of knowledge are to be known, the Sound Brahman (Shabda brahman and the Supreme Brahman. Becoming immersed in the Sound Brahman, one reaches the Supreme Brahman."⁠ ⁠ Mantra can also be connected to classical yoga and the eight limbs:⁠ ⁠ 1) Mantra creates the right orientation of mind for the yamas and the niyamas, the observances and attitudes, lifestyle necessary before attemtping asana practice.⁠ ⁠ 2) Asana-s can be practices with mantra recitation such as the Surya Namaskar practiced reciting the names of the Sun.⁠ ⁠ 3) Pranayama may also be practiced using mantra which are known as prana mantras and can give us deeper connection to our mind and heart.⁠ ⁠ 4) Mantra is useful in pratyahra techniques as it is directly used to internalize the senses an example of which is the Yoga Nidra practice of Shavayatra.⁠ ⁠ 5) For Dharan or concentration of the mind, mantra is used as a tool to sharpen the minds focus as the mantra is recited as a japa mala.⁠ ⁠ 6) In Dhyana or meditation the mantra reverberates in the Mind, where the mind becomes absorbed exclusively in the sound of the mantra.⁠ ⁠ 7) The use of sacred sound is one of the best means to attain samadhi or the state of absorption of the mind in the heart. Where the mind is no longer fluctuating but remains still and concentrated, thereby allowing a natural state of the knowledge of reality to arise.⁠ ⁠ #mantra #japamala #mind #eightlimbs #mantrarecitation #asana #breath #pranayama #yoga #yogapractice #spirituality #spiritualawakening

Method of breath for the three Body Types in Yoga: "When teaching yoga in a group it is advised to separate people into obese, lean and crooked body types. Yoga practitioners may be divided approximately on the basis of body type and the same instructor can teach them. In the same way, practitioners with common disease types may be divided and treated with yoga." - Sri T. Krishnamacharya The 3 body types Krishnamacharya is referring to are: 1) Sthoola (Short, stocky, and obese body types) 2) Krusha ( Long, lean, thin and emaciated body type) 3) Vakra ( crooked and curved body types) Sthoola, obese body types tend to become out of breath, and become easily breathless during asana practice and breathe shallow, but generally have good endurance. Krusha, long and lean body type can breathe deeply but get tired quickly. Vakra, crooked body type is an abnormality and is seen as a disease. They often have a difficult time in performing asana, and have difficulty in stretching limbs. Obese types should focus on doing more rechaka, they can focus on extending the exhalation. This has a reducing and cleansing effect on the body. Lean body types should focus on doing more puraka, they can focus on extending the inhalation, this has an increasing and energising effect on the body. Crooked types or those who are neither lean nor obese, can practice inhalation and exhalation of equal length. Our online self-paced offering of 200hr Yoga Chikitsa (Therapy) and Ayurveda Teacher Training offers insight into specific asanas and pranayama for diseases as well as detailed desciptions of specific asanas to reduce the doshas Vata, Pitta, Kapha. It offers a wholistic training into asana, pranayama, bandha-s, diet and lifestyle. See our website or the link in our bio for more information. Image via the Philadelphia Museum of Art #yogachikitsa #yogatraining #yogaonline # asana # pranayama #yogaknowledge #yogateachertraining #ayurveda #wellness #yogatherapy #therapeuticyoga #yogafit #yogapath #yogalife #spirituality #spiritualawareness #spiritualawakening #meditation #yogapractice #breathwork #awakening #bodytype #yogaforyourbody #yogaforeveryone

मनस - Mind. ⁠ ⁠ In Yogic Philosophy mind is an inference, a construct, also known as an instrument of perception.⁠ ⁠ Through the five organs of action and the five organs of sense perception, we perceive our reality.⁠ ⁠ The mind is understood to be the container of our ego - "Ahamkara", our intellect -"Buddhi", our memory "Manas" and the consciousness of the mind known as "Citta".⁠ ⁠ These four faculties make up the vastness of the mind.⁠ ⁠ When the mind is clear, it is said that we can perceive the Seer, the Perceiver, which is the true natural state of our reality. ⁠ ⁠ Mind is known only by its actions of thought, memory, our understanding of ourselves as separate to another "ego", and our discernment. All external and internal stimuli are seen as objects which the mind identifies and relates to and makes sense of, however at the same time this is what is known as the clouding of the mind.⁠ ⁠ When the mind is active the Seer cannot be known. This is the reason why Yoga practice in all its forms: raja, hatha, bhakti, mantra, laya etc is used, to clear the mind. When the mind is disturbed it cannot be clear, harmonious and sattvic.⁠ ⁠ Only a clear mind can reveal the true nature of consciousness. When the mind is still, even for a brief moment, the link between an object and the mind is severed, this is the liberation of Yoga.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #nature #mind # meditation # moksha # freedom #asana #yogapractice #mindfulness #steadymind #breath #spiritualawakening #spiritualawareness #tibetan # tibet #yogicpath #yogapath #samadhi #spirituality #awareness #mindbodyconnection #mindbody #connection # mantra #yogaquotes #sanskrit⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠

सत्त्वपुरुषयोरत्यन्तासङ्कीर्णयोः प्रत्ययाविशेषो भोगः परार्थत्वात्स्वार्थसंयमात्पुरुषज्ञानम्॥३५॥⁠ ⁠ Sattvapuruṣayoratyantāsaṅkīrṇayoḥ pratyayāviśeṣo bhogaḥ parārthatvātsvārthasaṁyamātpuruṣajñānam||35||⁠ ⁠ Yoga Sutra 3.35 Vibhutti Pada⁠ ⁠ The mind which is subject to change and the Perceiver which is not, are in proximity but are of distinct and different characters. When the mind is directed externally and acts mechanically toward objects there is either pleasure or pain. When at the appropriate time, however, an individual begins inquiry into the very nature of the link between the Perceiver and perception the mind is disconnected from the external objects and there arises the understanding of the Perceiver itself.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ "Under the influence of external objects the mind is a mechanical instrument. The result can be unpleasant. This happens in spite of the central force of teh perceiver. However good the eye, if the glass is clouded, the object is blurred. Through Samyama inquiry and the practice of Yoga on the basis of Yoga Sutra 2.1 we can look into the mechanics of mental activity. Our minds gradually rise to the level where they can be disconnected from the external objectives. In this silent moment the understanding of the very source of perception is apparent."⁠ ⁠ The Heart of Yoga: TKV. Desikachar⁠ ⁠ Image via @samadhicollective, Original : Museums of India⁠ #purusa#mind #yoga #yogasutra #heartofyoga #meditation #spiritualawakening #indianart #spirituality #consciousawareness #spritualawareness #mindfulness #yogalife #yogawisdom #yogapractice #yogaknowledge #yogapath #yogapractice #sattva #kaivalya #moksha

प्राणायाम (prāṇāyāma) - ⁠ ⁠ Pranayama - प्राण (prāṇá, “life force, vital energy, the breath”) and आयाम (āyāma), are the fourth limb according to Patanjali to be mastered if Yoga is to be achieved, as a state of Kaivalya or freedom.⁠ ⁠ Prana is a subtle force of energy that controls the actions of all our faculties (the functioning of the mind, the functioning of the body, and the senses).⁠ ⁠ When the flow of prana is impaired in a certain area of the body it means there is an impairment of normal life function. We use the breath as a tool because we cannot directly manipulate its flow and function. ⁠ According to yogic thought, certain areas of the membranes along the lining of the nose are connected to the visceral organs, (liver, lungs, kidneys, stomach, heart). When nasal breathing becomes irregular, membranes in the nasal cavity send irregular signals to the visceral organs which cause their function to become disrupted. The organs in turn send further irregular messages to the brain, causing further disturbances and irregularities. this is the main reason why pranayama is used to treat such a wide variety of diseases, because it has the power to restore and balance organ function.⁠ ⁠ When practising asana no pranayama is practiced. B.K.S. iyengar explains that pranayama is only practised when asanas have been mastered. What is important however is that the breath is even, smooth, long and slender. ⁠ ⁠ Breathing should be done through nostrils only in asana. Inhalation should fill the chest then the abdomen, and exhalation should empty the abdomen then the lungs.⁠ ⁠ During asana practice the breath should be measured by how thin and smooth it is and not by how deep it is.⁠ ⁠ If the correct component of the breath cycle is practised then our movement will be supported by our breath.⁠ ⁠ #pranayama #breath #yoga #yogicknowledge #yogicwisdom #yogalife #spirituality #breathing #prana #consciousness #awareness #wellness #yogaoffthemat #yogapath #samadhi #hrdayam #yogaquotes #spiritualawareness #yogaonline #yogateacher #yogi #spiritualawakening #yogastudies #yogapractices #padmasana #yogainspiration #sanskritquotes⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠

प्राण - Breath ⁠in Asana practice ⁠ “Yoga requires deep breathing and the mind needs concentration. If you miss one of these elements Yoga becomes unbearable.” - ⁠ ⁠ Sri T. Krishnamacharya.⁠ ⁠ Sri Tirumalai Krishnamacharya always advocated the use of specific breathing in Yoga asana practice. Generally it is the ujjayi breath that is used in asana practice. This breath brings the mind to focus on the sound the breath makes while the body moves into the posture, holds the posture and comes out of the posture.⁠ ⁠ Asana practice cannot be deemed yoga when not practiced together with a focused mind and with concentration on the breath.⁠ ⁠ In yogic tradition the word "breath" means "Prana" - प्राण. Prana is understood as the "life-force", as well as that which permeates reality on all levels. ⁠ ⁠ Without the concentration of the mind, asana practice is then merely aerobics. The spiritual practice of concentration of the mind and concentrating the mind on the sound of the breath during asana practice is what brings about meditation in yoga. The mind shall remain focused and the breath steady, long, smooth and slender. This together is what constitutes a correct practice.⁠ ⁠ (Artwork credit: San Diego Museum)⁠ ⁠ #hrydayam spiritualawakening #yogalife #yoga #yogic #indianphilosophy #yogalifestyle #selfrealisation #spirituality #spiritualjourney #india #enlightened #philosophy #breath #asanapractice #prana #yogapath #karma #moksha #karmaquotes #yogainspiration #hinduism #sanskrit #samsara #asana #yogaknowledge⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠

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⁠ "When the body falls ...... it is the spirit that remains standing."⁠ ⁠ Arjuna asks "If Divinity is everything in the world, Krishna, then what is the difference between the world and Divinity? How can one distinguish between one's worldly body and godly soul? What is the difference between physical matter and the world of spirit? And is there any benefit in learning this?⁠ ⁠ Krishna responds, "These are important questions, Arjuna. When you know the true nature of the material world your grief is destroyed; when you understand the true nature of the Spirit, bliss is aquired.⁠ ⁠ The term "field" denotes one's physical body and everything else in the material world. the "Knower of the Field" signifies the intelligent principle that resides in, but is not really part of, the body and all matter. This indwelling intelligence is the mysterious entity within that is close enough to watch what goes on in the "field" and yet stands somewhat separate from it. It is also referred to as soul, or "Atma"⁠ ⁠ Arjuna I am the Knower of the Field, the Indweller in everybody and everything. I am the innermost Self, the soul, the "Atma" in all beings. The ability to discriminate between the field and its Knower is the utmost highest knowledge, as it requires a true understanding of both secular things and sacred knowing."⁠ ⁠ Bhagavad Gita⁠ Chapter 13, 1-2 ⁠ ⁠ #spirituality #bhagavadgita #yoga #meditation #krishna #mindfulness #soul #atma #sacredknowledge #sacred #yogi #yogajourney #innerpeace #wellness #consciousness #selflove

Inhaling I am at peace⁠ Exhaling I am free⁠ ⁠ Each inhalation and exhalation can be seen as a unifying practice. As we inhale we learn to calm the body and as we exhale we are calm. This constant rythmic flow of breathing connects the mind and body.⁠ It is our reminder that we not only have a physical body, but also a subtle or energy body through which prana flows. ⁠ The breath brings us into this present moment. In Yoga the breath is our connection to infinte consciousness.⁠ ⁠ As we inhale we take in and nourish the body, as we exhale we release and surrender to the infinite.⁠ ⁠ As Sri Tirumalai Krishmacharya has said:⁠ ⁠ "“Inhale, and God approaches you. Hold the inhalation, and God remains with you. Exhale, and you approach God. Hold the exhalation, and surrender to God"⁠ The inhalation is prana filling the body the exhalation is prana leaving the body. As we inhale we take in our divine connection and as we exhale we surrender. Our final exhalation will result in the physical decay of our body, yet our consciousness rests in pure spacious awareness.⁠ ⁠ #yoga #inhale # exhale #breath # breathing #breathawareness #pranayama #awareness #consciousness #krishnamacharya #yogateacher #consciousliving #breathwork #asana #surrender #prana #divineconnection #atma #paramatma #soul #higherself #subtlebody #yogateachertraining

The light of consciousness is all pervading. That which the material Prakriti arises out of and to which it returns. The unifying consciousness is what remains infinitely, upholding all cycles of birth, death and rebirth. Thich Nhat Hanh the Vietnamese buddhist monk aptly said that when he passes on he is neither here nor there. He is everywhere This is the core teaching of Yoga. Uniting the Atma with the Paramatma. Our focus then shifts from the individual to the collective. Knowing that the source is Self. Not the individual self but the Self as known in Yoga as the Self of All. This Self is infinite conscious awareness. 🙏 Sri Mate Anantaya Nagarajaya Namo Namaha Hari Om 🙏 Image via Pinterest #lightofyoga #yoga #spirituality

Nayam atma balahinenalabhyah Na medhyaya na bahunashrutena The Self cannot be attainedby the weak, by the intellect, or by much learning. - Mundaka Upanishad #yogainspiration #siddhasana #asana #yogapose #yogateacher #hathayoga #yogatt #yogaonline #self #consciousness #rajayoga #yoga #yogaknowledge

Bhagavan Patanjali is known as the compiler of the Yoga Sutras. The Yoga Sutras are short aphorisms presented in four chapters, the Samadipadah, Sadhanapadah, Vibhutipadah, Kaivalyapadah. The Yoga Sutras are seen to be important texts on Yoga in the classical yoga system. It is thought that Bhagavan Patanjali is an incarnation of Adi Sesha the serpent upon which Lord Vishnu rests. The word "Adi" means beginning in Sanskrit and the word "Sesha" means remaining, therefore Adi Sesha is ever existent and that which remains infinitely. Bhagavan Patanjali is said to have transcended time and space and is also known as Ananta. The word Bhagavan means one who is all knowing. He is often depicted having a 1000 hoods. ⁠ ⁠ Bhagavan Patanjali compiled the Yoga Sutras from a broader set of Yoga Darshanas that existed long before. These Yoga Darshanas are Purva Mimasa, Uttara Mimamsa (Vedanta), Nyaya, Vaisheshika, Samkhya Philosophy, and Yoga.⁠ ⁠ He develped and compiled the Eightfold path known as Astanga Yoga or Astanga Marga. "Asta" meaning eight and "Anga" meaning limbs.⁠ ⁠ यमनियमासनप्राणायामप्रत्याहारधारणाध्यानसमाधयोऽष्टावङ्गानि॥२.२९॥⁠ ⁠ yama-niyama-asana-pranayama-pratyhara-dharana-dhyana-samadhayo'stav-angani⁠ Chapter II verse 29⁠ ⁠ yama - abstinence⁠ niyama - observance⁠ asana - posture⁠ pranayama - breath control⁠ pratyahara - sense withdrawal⁠ dharana - concentration⁠ dhyana - meditation⁠ samadhay - meditation in its higher state⁠ ashtava - eight⁠ anggani - limbs, parts.⁠ ⁠ "I prostrate on the great Sage Patanjali Meditation on whom dissolves impurities of body, speech and mind"- Sri T. Krishnamacharya⁠ ⁠ Image Bhagavan Patanjali as visualized by Krishnamacharya, credit Yoga Knowledge⁠ ⁠ #yoga #patanjali #astangayoga #asana #pratyahara #dharana #spiritualpath #moksha #liberation #yogainspiration #padmasana #baddhapadmasana #meditation #krishnamacharya⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠

Yoga Nidra or the Sleep of Yoga -⁠ ⁠ Yoga Nidra is described as realization of the Self to be obtained by the sincere seeker. It is seen as beyond the three states of consciousness, namely waking, dreaming and deep sleep. True Yoga Nidra is the attainment of Turiya, which transcends the waking, dreaming and deep sleep states of consciousness. This is the liberation or moksha from the cycle of birth death and rebirth.⁠ ⁠ Swami Veda Bharati describes the state of deep dreamless sleep as the closest we can get to Ananda/Bliss. This Bliss state is the state of Laya or dissolution. He explains that is why Lord Shiva is known as the Lord of Laya or Lord of dissolution. The root of the word Shiva is “shi” which means to sleep. This state is the state of conscious deep sleep.⁠ ⁠ The early references to Yoga Nidra, in ancient Yogic texts, are not referring to, or defining a practice or a technique in the System of Yoga, but, they are describing a god’s transcendental sleep. This is the sleep of Lord Vishnu as the eternal underlying principle of the universe, and the state of his sleep as that state between creation cycles, known as pralaya.⁠ ⁠ Yoga Nidra is also defined by Shankaracharya, in the Yogataravalli, as that state being entered into as Unmani, when the yogin brings his mind and senses under volitional control and when inhalation and exhalation cease.⁠ ⁠ Image of Brahma Creator deity, Artist Unknown⁠ ⁠ Hari Om⁠ ⁠ #yoganidra #yoganidrateachertraining #yogateacher #yoga #enlightenment #realization #moksha #shiva #brahma #consciousness #wakingstate # yogaonline #yogateachertraining #self #selflove #love #highestself #soul #yoganidratraining #onlinetraining #yogaknowledge #ayurveda #brahma #vishnu

The three Doshas or Tridosa-s त्रिदोषोपदेशः in Yoga and Ayurveda : वट - Vata Biological Air Humor - meaning “wind” or “that which moves things. It comes from the Sanskrit root “Va”, meaning to blow, flow, to direct or command things. It is the motivating force behind the other two Doshas, which are considered incapable of movement without it. पिट्ट - Pitta - Biological Fire Humor or “bile”, meaning that which digests things. It comes from the Sanskrit word “Tap”, meaning to heat, cook or transform things. कफ - Kapha -Biological Water Humor which means “phlegm”, meaning “that which holds things together” and indicates the qualities of stickiness and adhesion. Kapha gives nourishment, provides substance and gives support. It serves as a vehicle or substratum for the other two Doshas. According to Ayurveda there are 3 primary life forces in the body, called “Doshas” in Sanskrit. The Doshas are the primary forces and subtle substances behind all the physiological and psychological functions. They produce the body and aid in its function and are also causative factors in the disease process. Ayurveda is essentially nothing more than the science of the Doshas. They are the most important principles of Ayurvedic thought and practice. To learn Ayurveda, one must memorize the nature, attributes, location, function, states of excess and deficiency and factors of derangement of each Dosha. Once we have done this Ayurveda becomes simple and easy to understand as all else derives from this. The Ayurvedic term Dosha means to spoil, darken or causes things to decay (from the Sanskrit word “Dush”). When out of balance the Doshas cause disease and when in balance they serve to support tissues and organic functions. “Vata is dry, light, cold, rough, subtle, and agitated in qualities. Pitta is a little oily, sharp, hot, light, unpleasant in odour, mobile and liquid. Kapha is wet, cold, heavy, dull, sticky, soft and firm.” - ASHTANGHA HRIDAYA I. 11-12 #dosha #vata #pitta #kapha #tridosha #sanskrit #balance #health #healing #food #ayurveda #yoga #yogawisdom #wogaknowledge #yogaeveryday #yogafit #yogachallenge #yogateacher #yogateachertraining #yogi #yogini

Om is the most sacred mantra sound. It is the primal sound.⁠ ⁠ The Pranava Om is comprised of the three sounds A-U-Ma. Aum is the Origin of all time and space. It is said the Vedas were orignated from the mantra sound OM. Om is the eternal mantra without beginning and without end.⁠ ⁠ "Aum, this syllable is all this. An⁠ explanation of that. All that is past, the⁠ present and the future, all this is only the⁠ syllable aum. And whatever else there is⁠ beyond the threefold time, that too is only⁠ the syllable aum. Vedas originated from the fountain source of the Supreme Brahman and were first heard by the firstborn Brahma. The sacred syllable ‘’OM’’ is the eternal mantra and emerged as the beginning of Veda, the beginning of the universe." - Mandukya Upanishad⁠ ⁠ The Mandukya Upanishad tells us that the Self is AUM. The Self is Aum, the Self is Brahman.⁠ ⁠ "It is unseen, incapable of⁠ being spoken of, unnameable, the essence⁠ of the knowledge of the one self, that into⁠ which the world is resolved, the peaceful,⁠ the benign, the non-dual, such, they think,⁠ is the fourth quarter. He is the self; He is to⁠ be known."⁠ ⁠ "This is the self, which is of the nature⁠ of the syllable aum, in regard to its⁠ elements. The quarters are the elements, the⁠ elements are the quarters, namely the letter,⁠ a, the letter u, and the letter m." - Mandukya Upanishad⁠ ⁠ Therefore, this single-syllabled Brahman⁠ is the expression of all meanings.⁠ Therefore, at the outset Siva creates⁠ the universe saying ''Om".⁠ Siva is Pranava and Pranava is Siva.⁠ – Shiva Purana⁠ ⁠ The Puranas state that the Vedas orginate from the Omkar Pranava “OM” – “A-U-M”. ⁠ In the Shiva Purana it says that the four main Vedas originate from the A-U-M and from the silence thereafter.⁠ ⁠ All knowledge of Yoga originates from the Vedas which orginate fom the mantra sound OM.⁠ ⁠ Hari Om⁠ ⁠ #OM #mantra #pranava #Omkar #sacredbijamantra #sacredsound #yogaknowledge #yoga #yogawisdom #hisghest self #mandukyaupanishad #upanishad #veda #rishi #consiousness⁠ ⁠

The Three Sarira शरीर in Yoga Philosophy:⁠ ⁠ The स्थूल शरीर - Sthula Sarira, सूक्ष्म शरीर - Sukshma Sarira & करण शरीर - Karana Sarira.⁠ ⁠ The three sariras (bodies) are called the three upadhis. In Sanskrit the word upadhi means ‘limitation’. These upadhis or limitations, obscure the true state of an individual, which in yogic philosophy is seen as needing to be realised in order attain moksha/liberation. ⁠ ⁠ The sthula sarira is composed of the physical body, the annamaya kosha. It is composed of the five sense organs, five elements, and mind/manas, relating to the five senses. The physical body functions in the waking state. For this physical body to exist we must take in through food and drink the gross elements that compose it. The sthula sarira correlates to the annamaya kosa, which both in turn relate to the waking state of jagrat avastha.⁠ The suksma sarira is composed of the subtle body: it is composed of the pranamaya (physiological), manomaya (psychological) and vijnanamaya (intellectual) kosas, the pure form of the five sense organs, the five organs of action and the five elements, mind, ahamkara, buddhi, chitta. ⁠The Pranamaya kosa includes the respiratory, circulatory, digestive, nervous, endocrine, excretory and genital systems. Manomaya kosa affects the functions of awareness, feeling and motivation which is not derived from subjective experience. Vijnanamaya kosa affects the intellectual process of reasoning and judgement derived through subjective experience. The suksma sarira is also known as the astral body. The karana sarira is composed of the causal body & three gunas sattva, rajas and tamas. The karana sarira contains the essence of prana. It stores the seeds of karma. It is also known as the causal body. The karana sarira exists on a universal level and refers to maya out of which the universe is created. It does not exist on an individual level as the gross and the subtle do. ⁠ ⁠ Image of Kurmasana via pinterest Artist Unknown⁠ ⁠#yoga #threebodies #ayurveda #consciousness #ytt #yogateacher #onlineyoga #koshas #sarira #yogainsandton #yogaonline #yogafit #kurmasana #annamayakosha #anandamayakosha #blissbody #ananda #vedanta #yogaknowledge

Please join us for an Embodied Wisdom Yoga Nidra Teacher Training.⁠ ⁠ We'll be hosting this training Online via zoom.⁠ ⁠ This training is a deeply nourishing immersive experience that will take you on a journey to discover ancient techniques of pratyahara, pranayama, meditation, mantra and asana to truly understand you are the light of consciousness.⁠ ⁠ Our training is in-depth and will guide you into mindful awareness of breath, body and consciousness.⁠ ⁠ Yoga Nidra is known to the ancient Yogis as Turiya, a state of consciousness beyond the waking, dreaming and deep sleep states of consiousness.⁠ ⁠ This training is open to anyone wishing to deepen into the stillness and inner sanctuary known as the guha or cave in the spiritual heart.⁠ ⁠ Our Yoga Nidra Embodied Wisdom Teaching begins in Nov 21 until May 22.⁠ ⁠ If you feel called to do the inner work to experience yourself as Divine Radiant Being, then DM me or email on hrydayamschoolofyoga@gmail.com⁠ ⁠ All course details on our website:⁠ www.hrdayamschoolofyoga.com⁠ ⁠ #yoganidra #divinebeing #radiantbeing #wellness #momentofcalm #stillness #innersanctuary #yoganidratt #yogateacher #yoganidrateachertraining #consciousness #healing #health #wellness

In Yoga Vedanta the notion of ब्रह्म - Brahman is equivalent to Atma the individual soul. In the Atharva-veda, we read 'ayam atma brahma' - this soul, this individual Self, this atman, is Brahman. Brahman is the all pervading, non-dual, first without a second, pure consciousness upholding all creation and being infinite in nature.⁠ ⁠ Brahman is also known as Paramatma. ⁠ ⁠ Brahman is also known to be the Self, Turiya, and the sacred bija mantra Om. This Self is to be realized and leads to moksha or liberation.⁠ ⁠ “Ekam evadvitiyam brahma” - Brahman is one without a second. - Chandogya Upanishad.⁠ ⁠ “Realise that to be Brahman, the attainment of which leaves nothing more to be attained, the blessedness of which leaves no other blessing to be desired and the knowledge of which leaves nothing more to be known.” ⁠ “Realise that to be Brahman which, when seen, leaves nothing more to be see, which having become one is not born again in this world and which, when knowing leaves nothing else to be known.” ⁠ “Realise that to be Brahman which is Existence-Knowledge-Bliss-Absolute, which Non-dual, Infinite, Eternal and One and which fills all the quarters – above and below and all that exists in between.” ⁠ “Realise that to be Brahman which is Non-dual, Indivisible, One and Blissful and which is indicated in Vedanta as the Immutable Substratum, realised after the negation of all tangible objects.” ⁠ “Deities like Brahma and others taste only a particle, of the unlimited Bliss of Brahman and enjoy in proportion their share of that particle.” ⁠ “All objects are pervaded by Brahman. All actions are possible because of Brahman: therefore Brahman permeates everything as butter permeates milk.” ⁠ “Realise that to be Brahman which is neither subtle nor gross: neither short nor long: without birth or change: without form, qualities, colour and name.”⁠ ⁠ From Atma Bodha (Self Knowledge) By Adi Shankaracharya, translated by Swami Chinmayananda ⁠ ⁠ Image Bulaki, The Three Aspects of the Absolute⁠ #yoga #vedanta #union #shankaracharya #adiyogi #yogaknowledge #brahman #soul #paramatma⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Adi Shankaracharya

I am always in awe after receiving the gift of Yoga Nidra. In our training programmes we include experiential classes and I am so fortunate to receive Yoga Nidra as our students learn this beautiful work.⁠ ⁠ It really is something so very profound. ⁠ ⁠ Moving toward stillness in the body. Each and every time I drift far away, I don't hear any sounds, I no longer have any worries, I no longer even know I have a body. There is nothing to experience, only vast spaciousness and bliss. I am so humbled by these techniques.⁠ ⁠ The beauty of Yoga Nidra is so captivating. My body releases long held trauma and I am not re-traumatized. I release and know I have let go and yet it doesn't matter what was released, because I feel lighter and more balanced. ⁠ ⁠ I searched for something to soothe me and Yoga Nidra is that balm. And as I teach I still learn and refine this ancient practice. ⁠ ⁠ Yoga Nidra is mesmerizing, it is so delicate and soft and gentle and has so many layers yet is so profound, nourishing & healing and I am simply in awe. I am held in soft space, in beautiful delicate clear light.⁠ ⁠ When there is no light, ⁠ ⁠ no thought, ⁠ ⁠ no movement or stir, ⁠ ⁠ when it is absolute stillness ⁠ ⁠ “When it feels as though darkness is breathing....⁠ ⁠ then you know you are in Yoga Nidra”, ⁠ ⁠ -Swami Veda Bharati⁠ Our new training begins Nov 21 until May 22. All levels welcome. 108 hours online via zoom. 300hr training programme. 7 months of pure nourishing bliss. Early Bird discount and payment plans available. Registration is open. ⁠ #yoganidra #yoganidrateacher #yoganidrateachertraining #yoga #mindfulness #meditation #swamivedabharati #yogaonline #consciousness #light #shakti #prana #suptabaddhakonasana #asana #pranayama #breathing #stillness #silence #lightbeing #consciousbeing #selflove #love #selfcare #wellness #trauma #healingtrauma ⁠ ⁠

Siva and Sakti divine beloveds⁠ ⁠ Eternally bound together. Consciousness and the movement thereof as the eternal return of our existence and the entire creation.⁠ ⁠ In Yogic mythology Siva and Sakti are said to be beloveds eternally bound together by their endless love for one another.⁠ ⁠ Shiva is the unchanging consciousness, Nirguna or without form or shape, this unchanging consciousness-Shiva becomes Saguna or with form, when Maya Shakti, which is Shiva’s illusive power appears as mind and matter. This phenomenon is known as Ardhanarishwar.⁠ ⁠ "All Yoga is a development of Shiva awareness and Shakti energy, the state of the seer and its energy of seeing, drawing the dual forces from their lower manifestations in the realm of division to their higher reality in pure Oneness." - Vamadeva Shastri⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #yoga #union #bliss #tantra # ayurveda #siva # sakti #divinefeminine #mothergoddess #consciousness # sattva #rajas #tamas #ygaphilosophy #tibet #eternal #infinite #yogaknowledge #shiva #shakti #mahashakti #mahadevi

वेदः The Veda-s are the source of Yoga. The Vedas are eternal, they have existed at all times, they are not man-made, and are orally transmitted. They are a vast body of knowledge which are eternal Truths. The secret meaning of the Veda-s is ‘’Truth’’. The name "Veda" means knowledge and comes from the Sanskrit root ‘vid’ which means ‘’to know’’. Veda is a name for a mass of divine knowledge. The eternal truths in the Veda-s cannot be reversed by the passage of time. There is no author or composer of the Veda-s.⁠ ⁠ The Veda-s themselves say they are "Anantha vai Vedah", "eternal and infinite"⁠ ⁠ Veda-s originated from the fountain source of the Supreme Brahman and were first heard by the firstborn Brahma. ⁠ ⁠ The sacred syllable ‘’OM’’ is the eternal mantra and emerged as the beginning of Veda, the beginning of the universe. ⁠ ⁠ The Puranas state that the Veda-s orginate from the Omkar Pranava “OM” – “A-U-M”. ⁠ ⁠ The four Veda-s are :⁠ ⁠ A- Rig Veda⁠ U- Yajur Veda⁠ M- Sama Veda⁠ Silence – Atharva Veda⁠ ⁠ Many manifestations came forward in the form of sounds and letters from the sacred single syllable OM. Which were first perceived by Brahma as the seed of knowledge, and Brahma is said to have been the first to have uttered the Vedas. In the Svetasvetara Upanishad it is says that when Parabrahma was created he imparted the Vedas to Brahma, with this knowledge, Brahma is said to have created this universe.⁠ ⁠ Thus with the ten topics the universe was pervaded by the Rgveda,⁠ Then the Yajurveda established itself in the ten ways⁠ Similarly the Samaveda established itself in ten ways.⁠ Then the Atharvaveda established itself thus.⁠ - Shiva Purana⁠ ⁠ #yoga #veda #yogawisdom #spirituality #brahma # spiritual #yogainspiration #wisdom # universe #yogi #yogini #rigveda #upanishad #yogainspiration #yogaknowledge #asana #consiousness #pranayama⁠ ⁠

ध्यान "Dhyana" -Meditation. ⁠ ⁠ “dhyanat suddham cittam nityam⁠ meditation purifies the mind”⁠ ⁠ - Sloka 27, Piba Yoganjalisaram⁠ -Sri Tirumalai Krishnamacharya⁠ ⁠ ⁠ The Way of Meditation is marked with stillness and silence. It is complete non-doing. There is complete stillness and silence. When the conditions are optimal we naturally and effortlessly abide in our True Nature, our essence. There are many paths that can lead us to this silence. ⁠ ⁠ Meditation arises spontaneously when the conditions of the mind are right. It is nothing we can actively “do”, it is a natural occurrence of abiding in peace and serenity. ⁠ ⁠ Many different lineages and many different names are used to describe the same phenomenon. Whether in Yoga or Buddhist techniques, or in our modern culture, using words such as mindfulness meditation or mindfulness on it’s own, the inherent understanding in essence is always the same. We allow a natural serenity and peacefulness to be ever present within.⁠ ⁠ Meditation in its deepest essence is a transcendence of all duality and all material phenomenon. It is a withdrawal into our innermost sanctuary. ⁠ ⁠ In meditation we are called to return to our own divinity. ⁠ ⁠ #meditation #mindfulness #yoga #dhyana #dharana #meditate #natural #stillness #silence #presence #yogapractice #being #shakti #shiva #yogawisdom #yogateacher #ayurveda #selflove #essence #love #consciousness #spiritual #vedanta #yogainspiration⁠

Pratyahara प्रत्याहार - Regulation of the Sensory Faculties⁠ ⁠ The Sanskrit term pratyahara refers “to withdraw oneself from that which nourishes the senses”. The word ahara means “nourishment” and prati is the preposition meaning “against” or “away”. We therefore move away from that which nourishes our senses. It means by control we no longer allow the senses to depend on the things that stimulate them.⁠ “In pratyahara we sever the link between mind and senses”⁠ - T.K.V. Desikachar, The heart of Yoga⁠ 🌠image from @_goldenlotus_ ⁠ ⁠ #pratyahara #yoga #yogainspiration # yogi # yogini #consciousness # light # life # sun # india # divine #bhakti #vedanta # yogaphilosophy #yogawisdom #asana #divinefeminine #divinity #infinite #eternal #shiva #shakti #essence #yogaknowledge #pranayama #withdrawing #silence⁠

How are you holding yourself? Begin by asking yourself: How am I feeling in this moment? Happy, sad, frustrated, upset, joyful, sorrowful. We often hold ourselves in a certain way. We tighten, we allow our emotions to control us. Our beathing changes. Begin to soften In this moment Relax any tension you may be feeling. Soften your forehead, temples, your jaw Your shoulders, neck and upper back Release any tension you may be holding Release, let go Soften into a relaxed awareness of Self, as you are in this moment. No judgement. Pure awareness Pure love As you are In this moment . . . . . #love #purelove #eternal #yoga #bhakti #vedanta #ayurveda #asana #consciousness #yogainspiration #selflove #selfcare #healing #health #wellness #krishnamacharya #infinite #cosmos #yogateacher

साङ्ख्य - Samkhya Philosophy⁠ ⁠ The system of Yoga relies upon the great Vedic spiritual science called Samkhya for its cosmology, philosophy and psychology. Samkhya literally means “the system of enumeration”, from its delineation of prime cosmic principles. Samkhya is a school of philosophy and thought explaining the existence to our reality. It is one of the 6 classical schools of Indian philosophy (Darshanas). It was devised by the great seer Kapila, who is mentioned in Vedic literature from the Rig Veda to the Baghavad Gita. Samkhya darshana discusses the elements which constitute the world, the nature of the constituents and how they evolve in the changing world. ⁠ Traditionally, the main Samkhya text is the Samkhya Karika (c.200 AD). There are a number of different types of Samkhya, like the different systems of Vedanta. While classical Samkhya is dualistic and non-theistic, other Samkhya systems – like which the Gita and Yoga Sutras are based upon, are theistic (the Samkhya of the Gita is also monistic).⁠ ⁠ #yoga #yogawisdom #yogainspiration #veda #samkhya #vedicyoga #meditation #consciousness #philosophy #yogaphilosophy #vedicliterature #indian #darshana #yogi #yogini #sadhana #yogaknowledge #spirituality #cosmos #cosmology #asana #mindfulness #asana #yogapractice

Piba yoganjalisaram nityam Visa yogasanamamrtam geham Sthapaya vayum pranayamat Hrdaye sudrdham sadayam satatam Reflect constantly on the Yoganjalisaram Dwell on the eternal while doing your asana Regulating your breath through pranayama Meditate on the ever compassionate Dwelling in the heart Sloka II Yoganjalisaram Sri T. Krishnamacharya #yoga #krishnamacharya #yogawisdom #hrdaye #hrdayam #compassionate #yoganidra #stillness #meditation #meditate #heart #pranayama #breathing #consciousness #atman #bliss #asana #yogapose #yogasouthafrica #yogapractice #yogainspiration #yogaposes #yogalove #love

Being present as a teacher. The key to attaining presence is to simply notice what is in the way of it. Our ability to be present must be constantly refined and developed. The first step in the practice is to become aware of ourselves, our body and mind, as we are in this present moment, by bringing our awareness to the our arising sensations. Can you access a truly neutral space within, that does not judge, that does not assume to know best? Notice any sounds you might be hearing, settle your awareness on your belly. Soften. Soften your belly, and slowly become aware of your belly as you inhale amd exhale. Rising as you inhale, releasing as you exhale. Soften Your forehead and temples & move your awareness to soften your facial muscles. Soften The tension in your shoulders, your neck, your whole back. Soften Into your own natural breathing. Don't force or strain your breathing in any way. Settle into the moment as it is arising for you. We'll be learning many mindfulness techniques in our upcoming training. Our Yoga Nidra TT online will begin on Sunday 16 May. If you're feeling called to join please connect with me. xx #yoganidra #yoga #soften #stillness #mindfulness #nidra #consciousness #awareness #beingpresent #presence Image via the beautiful @soft.centre

Don't be ashamed to weep; tis right to grieve. Tears are only water, and flowers, trees, and fruit cannot grow without water. - Brian Jaques #water #tears #grief #yoga #trauma #asana #healing

Lord Siva, known as the force of dissolution in the Trimurti of Yoga Philosophy, brings about the death and destruction of the manifest cosmos. As a force of destruction, Siva brings an end to the cycle of the birth of the cosmos which is through Brahma the creator force or deity and Visnu, the maintainer or the force which provides sustenance of this manifest creation of the Universe. Siva is often depicted as a force of suffering, death and destruction. However in Yoga Vedanta, Siva is also the transcendental consciousness beyond all suffering. In this understanding Siva is the stillness of samadhi, the unmanifest nameless and formless Bliss. That from which everything arises and to that which everything returns to, the eternal return. #siva #visnu #ananta #lordsiva #yoga #vedanta #eternalreturn #infinite #samadhi #hrdayam #consciousness #stillness #bliss #yoganidra #asana Image is from the San Diego Museum of Art "Elephant with female mahout"

🙏 om shanti honoured to be offering this teacher training online. a deeply immersive training into the stillness & Inner silence and sanctuary of yoga nidra. online classes will include guided meditation, to experience and immerse yourself fully in the tranquility of yoga nidra. We will be chanting sacred mantra, combining breathwork, asana and pranayama and learn skills for being wholly present. yoga nidra is truly a gift to anyone seeking this quiet inner dimension to overcome anxiety, stress, trauma, chronic health conditions, ptsd and restore health to body and mind. this training is open to anyone wishing to deepen into the bliss of yoga nidra. when there is no light no thought no movement or stir when it is absolute stillness when it feels as though darkness is breathing when you are not unconscious the way people are unconscious in sleep when you are conscious of being there without any disturbance without any sound without any movement without any memory or even samskaras arising then you are in yoga nidra. -swami veda bharati for more info please connect & browse our website: www.hrdayamschoolofyoga.com connect with me to book your place. hari om xxxx

The essence of Self is inherently apparent. In Yoga Vedanta the teachings declare all to be Brahman and every creature and the universe itself is declared to be Brahman. To be realized is to live in the continual awareness of Brahman, the undivided Reality. Hari Om Hare Krishna #yogawisdom #vedanta #manifest #manifestation #supremereality #bhaktiyoga #universalconsciousness #purebliss #aware #shankaracharya #rajayoga #yoga #union #yogateacher #yogatt #ayurveda #samadhi

🌿 Laghunyasah Mantra May the fire in me nourish my speech May my speech be connected to my heart May my heart be connected to the eternal within me May that eternal be connected to infinite consciousness May the air around me nourish my prana. May the prana within me be connected to my heart May the sun within me nourish my sight May my sight be connected to my heart May the moon wihin me nourish my mind May my mind be connected to my heart May the space around me nourish my hearing May my hearing be connected to my heart May the water within me nourish my seed May my seed be connected to my heart May the earth nourish my body May my body be connected to my heart May the herbs of the forest nourish my hair/health May my hair/ health be connected to my heart May lightning nourish the crown of my head May the crown of my head be connected to my heart May Siva in me nourish my feelings May my feelings be connected to my heart May my self be connected to my higher self May my self be connected to my heart May my self embody a long life May my prana be an embodiment of the uncaused May my inner fire permeate my whole body to make it healthy May the eternal/ the guardian of life protect me Laghunyasah Mantra translated Image with gratitude 🙏 from the beautiful # @seed.of.self #mantrachanting #yoga #sanskrit #yogi #mantra #chanting #yogini #heart #consciousness #prana #goddess #agni #ayurveda #vedanta #hridayam #spiritualecology #prana #healing #wellness #dosha #yogiclifestyle #yogalife #sacredmantra #om

"hrd ayam" the essence "hrd" of being "ayam" hrdayam often written as hridayam in yoga this is the center of the self, connected to the center of all through the hridaya, the spiritual heart, the center of Self, we are connected to everyone & to everything.🌿 #yoga #hridayam #hridaya #heart #yogi #oneness #spiritualheart #namaskara #shanti #essence #self #realization #yogini #manifestation

Just surrender Into this neverending Blissful Moment #neverending #blissful #now #be

. . . . . . . "When thoughts arise, let them float in the spacious blue sky of your mind. Feel the breath gently flowing through your body like a wave washing through you. As you notice your body beginning to relax and settling back into the silence, observe your mind also gradually beginning to settle. Experience the truth of Patanjali's explanation of yoga ( Yoga Sutras 1-2) as the dissolving of the thought waves of the mind back into their source." . . . -Heart of Yoga, Andrew Harvey and Karuna Erickson. . . . . . . . . #heartofyoga #hridayam #yogalove #yoga #yogapractice #yogainspiration #yogalife #yogaayurveda #yogaeveryday #namaskara #sprituality

#mantrachanting #mantra #gayatrimantra

Yoga as a Prayerful art of meditation Yoga is the visible form pf prostration to the supreme within and without. Surya Namaskar is our prayer to the Immortal Reality of our true Self. Yoga is not only an outward physical practice but an inward alchemical practice of love, reverence and compassion, not only for oneself but for all Beings and for All that is created, because we are inherently the ONE true Reality. Yoga is a gentle prayer to our Inner LIGHT. A prayer of love, and compassion for ourselves as we are in this moment, the ONLY moment. Om shanti shanti shanti peace peace, peace #onelove #being #satchidananda #yoga #ananda #bliss #peace #shanti #bliss #namaskara #shanti #love #selflove

Sacred syllable "OM" our true identity as - "Self" 🌼 The Mandukya Upanishad is made of twelve verses that describe how we are the most sacred syllable " OM". 🌼 It says our true identity is none other than that which lies beyond the three states of consciousness, jagrat avastha - the waking state of consciousness , svapna avastha -the dream state of consciousness and shushupti avastha - the deep sleep state of consciousness. 🌼 These three states of consciousness relate to the imperishable syllable OM. 🌼 This imperishable syllable is made of the components "a", "u", "ma", and the fourth component , which is the silence or the unutterable, blissful and all peaceful which follows "a", "u" and "ma". 🌼 The first component "a" encompasses the waking state, the realm of vaisvanara. The second component "u" encompasses the dream state, the realm of taijasa. The third component "ma" encompasses the deep sleep state, the realm of prajna. The fourth component is soundless, unutterable stillness. 🌼 Thus "OM" is the four quarters or components of the Self. We are simultaneously the Self in the waking state, the dreaming state, deep sleep state, and the bliss beyond the sounds. 🌼 "sarvam hy etad brahma ayam atma brahma so'yam atma catus-pat." II "All this verily is Brahman. The Self is Brahman. This Self has four quarters" "Sarvam Omkara eva" - "everything is Om indeed." 🌼 🌠image source unknown #omkara #om #yoga #atman #brahman #yoganidra #mediation #mindfulness #upanishad #yogainsipiration #yogapractice #namaste #spirituality #consciousness #wisdom #veda #ayurveda #vedanta #yogaonline

Agni Yoga He has no disease, nor old age nor death, who has attained a body born of the fire of Yoga - Shvetashvatara Upanishad II .12 #agniyoga #yoga #yogapractice #agni #hridayam

Finding Peace and Inner Stillness * This has been a theme in my life for a long time. Finding this Inner Stillness, harmony and balance is something I've been moved to find and viscerally experience * No doubt for many of us 2020 was a year of great change and uncertainty, with lockdowns being imposed, restrictions on our movements, etc. * For some of us 2020 may have been a year of tumultous energetic shifts. Maybe you've experienced loss or suffering or other experiences that have left you feeling raw, vulnerable or hurt. * Acknowledging that 'change is the only constant' is a fundamental principle. Everything is in constant flux. Our breath is made up of the inhale and exhale. Our daily lives consist of physical movement, our cells are functioning, everything in and around us is moving. This is the law of the universe. * Yet underlying the constant motion is a stillness that cannot be changed. * This stillness is fundamental to our lives. Our very core is stillness. This is a key yogic teaching. * Acknowledging the constant movement of the mind, the object, the body, the environment. And at the same time BEING still. * This is the stillpoint of the turning world. Where chaos may exist, yet fundamentally we are Peace. * With each passing day I find I can feel this inner sanctuary is my true home I'm unafraid of what may come next. * Image via beautiful @notwellness #yoga #stillness #yoganidra #spirituality #yogapractice #yogateacher #pratyahara #yogainspiration #yogalove #peace #ahimsa #selflove

#stillness #silence #yoganidra a #yoga

I am bountiful I am Bliss I am the Light of my Soul

II Laghunyasah II Sacred Mantra II Om Agnirme vaci sritah I vagghrdaye I hrdayam mayi I ahamamrte I amrtam brahmani Ii Vayurme prane sritah I prano hrdaye I hradaym mayi I ahamamrte I amrtam brahmani II Suryo me caksusi sritah I caksurhrdaye I hrdayam mayi I ahamamrte I amrtam brahmani Ii Candrama me manasi sritah I mano hrdaye I hrdayam mayi I ahamamrte I amrtam brahmani Ii Diso me srotre sritah I srotragmhrdaye I hrdayam mayi I ahamamrte I amrtam brahmani Ii Apo me retasi sritah I reto hrdaye I hradayam mayi I ahamamrte I amrtam brahmani Ii Prthivi me sarire srta I sariragmhrdaye I hrdayam mayi I ahamamrte I amrtam brahmani Ii Osadjvivanaspatayo me lomasu sritah I lomani hrdaye I hrdayam mayi I ahamamrte I amrtam brahmani Ii Indro me bale sritah I balagmhrdaye I hrdayam mayi I ahamamrte I amrtam brahmani Ii Parjanyo me murdhni sritah I murdha hrdaye I hrdayam mayi ahamamrte I amrtam brahmani Ii Isano me manyau sritah I manyurhrdaye I hradayam mayi I ahamamrte I amrtam brahmani Ii Atma ma atmani sritah I atma hrdaye I hrdayam mayi I ahamamrte I amrtam brahmani Ii Punarma atma punarayuragat I punah pranah punarakutamagat I Vaisvanaro rasimbhirvavrdhanah I antastisthatvamrtasya gopah Ii Sacred mantra to invoke the Blessings of the Pancha Mahabhutani - the Five Great Elements - water, fire, earth, ether and air to sustain and nourish the body. #mantrachanting #mantra #laghunyasah #desikachar #krishnamacharya #yoga #yogicliving #stillness #mind #consciousness #consciousliving

I AM "All our problems come from the object portion, which is bound by time and space. We have a problem with being this or that, but we do not have a problem with being. Being is not difficult for anyone. It is the given, the Self- existent. It is the being something or other where the problems arise." - Dr David Frawley Image via @yogasouthafrica #yoga #yogaposes #yogalife #yogainspiration #yogapractice #yogasouthafrica #yogaeverydamnday #yogaposes #sustainableliving #shakti #asana #buddha #moksha #being #selflove #selfcarethreads #self #selflovequotes #selfdevelopment #namaste #love

"Nourishment" In Ayurveda nourishment is seen as anything that is taken in through the five organs of sense perception - the five jnanendriya. Ears Eyes Nose Skin Tongue What we take in through the pancha (five) jnanendriya, noirishes the mind. Ayurveda suggests taking care in what we take in as this has an effect on the mind. In Yoga practice we seek to understand the mind, work with the mind and ultimately control the mind. Knowing that the sutble energy of food and drink becomes the mind and life force gives us an opportunity to carefully select what we take in. Not only food and drink affect the mind but our environment, media, the people we interact with, nature etc all have an effect on our mind. Pratyahara is the practice of turning inward. It is the fourth limb of Patanjali System of Yoga in the Astanga Marga the eightfold Path of Yoga. We have a choice at every turn, in every moment to reduce distraction, to reduce that which does not serve our higher purpose and Self. Pratyahara is the regulation of what we allow into the mind. It is not so much a withdrawal of the senses but a regulation of the organs of sense perception. We regulate what we hear, what we see, what we taste, eat etc. Through this regulation we only allow that which is spiritually nourishing in to the mind. By increasing sattva and decreasing tamas.This can be done with food, drink, media etc. Pratyahara is the way in which we regulate the correct nourishment for both body and mind. Image via @milkandseed #yoga #yogalife #yogalifestyle #ayurveda #nourishment #mindful #mentalhealth #healthylifestyle th #yogi #nature #calm #nourishyourbody #spirituality #yogicliving #stillness #paranayama #pratyahara #asana #nourishyourbody

Student- Teacher As much as I give.... I receive......thank you🙏🌻 #yoga #yogawisdom #yogapractice #yoga #yogalife #yogateacher #yogalove #yoganidra #yogalove

Comfort in Yoganga sadhana Krishnamacharya always mentioned comfort in asana practice. You may ask yourself why opt for comfort over physical perfection of the pose. There are a number of reasons for this. When we practice asana in a strenuous way we will automatically change our breathing. The breath plays a most important role in our practice, in fact the mind and breath are central to the practice itself. If our breathing rate is increased then our mind will become agitated. This is turn leads the prana to be dissipated from the body. We are exerting ourselves. Conversely when we are relaxed and comfortable our breathing rate can slow down and the breath will naturally lengthen. When we slow down our breathing rate the mind is brought into a calm state. In essence this is the teaching of "Prayatna-shaithilya-ananta-samapatti-bhyam" Letting go of all effort and uniting with the infinite. The infinite is the endless "ananta" or "adi-shesha". The Purusa in Samkhya philosophy and Brahman in Vedanta Philosophy. It is the Self. The endless, unbounded consciousness. #yoga #yogalife #yogateacher #meditation #mindfulness #yogalove #yoganidra

Vrittis The Sages of Yoga understood that when the mind is subdued the prana is used for healing. Prana is the vital energy or shakti of the universe. When prana dissipates from the body we are left feeling tired, drained, overwhelmed, and often fall I'll or suffer from chronic ill- health conditions. When we utilize relaxation or Pratyahara techniques we learn to still the body in order to still the mind. When the mind is no longer experiencing these vrittis or fluctuations based on our intake of stimuli the mind becomes subdued. This is going beyond the mind to the higher states of awareness. Satchidananda Hari Om xx #yoga #vritti #yogalife #yoganidra #yogiclife #spiritualecology #yogateacher #mindfulness #yogalove #yogaeveryday

-Rest, Reset, Restore - Coming back to the simplicity of daily rituals of nourishing and restoring When we let go on a deeper level, the soft tissue, muscles, tendons, bones, nerves etc in other words the whole body, relaxes, which in turn allows the mind to be subdued. Inhaling I have arrived Exhaling I am home Inhaling I have arrived Exhaling I am home Completely and utterly surrendering to this present moment. #yoganidra #guidedmeditation #yoga #yoganidta #stillness #silence #consciousness #yogalife #relaxation #bodywork #hathayoga #wellness #namast #yogini #yogi

- 300hr Advanced Yoga Nidra Teacher Training 2021 - I am so excited to offer our Yoga Nidra Teacher Training Online next year. This training is a truly enriching, nourishing, transformative and holistic training in traditional Yoga Nidra. This training is open to anyone and everyone wishing to deepen into the stillness and silence of Yoga Nidra as a state of consciousness, beyond the waking, dreaming and deep sleep states that we cycle through daily. The training includes * assignments / homestudy / mentorship * online lessons * 300hr training in Yoga Nidra practice Our course syllabus includes: * Yogic texts on Yoga Nidra, the original meaning of the term as "The Sleep of Yoga", Definition of Consciousness * Brahman, Turiya, Aum, The three states of consciousness: Waking, Dreaming, Deep Sleep * Divinity in the Body: Nyasa, Prana, Marma Points, * Mantra Chanting: Ayur Mantra, Mahamrityunjaya Mantra * The Thee Gunas: Sattva, Rajas, Tamas. Sattva Guna and Stillness in Practice, Sattva guna in Asana practice * Pratyahara: Yoga Nidra as a practice of Pratyahara * Healing Benefits of Yoga Nidra * The Panchakosa ( Five sheaths) and Thee Sarira (Bodies) * Pranayama, Mantra Pranayama * Trauma, shock, anxiety, depression, feeling and being states, Somatic transference * Guided Yoga Nidra meditations * Presence as a Teacher, learning to hold sacred space, body scan, skills to become present to what is. * Traditional Yoga Nidra of Swami Rama: Joints and Glands, Diaphragmatic Breathing, Shavayatra, Shithali Karana, Breath Awareness, Resting in Heart * Yoga asana-s to calm the mind, yoga sequences, floor sequences, gentle movement, breath in asana practice * Savasana according to BKS Iyengar To Book your spot contact or WhatsApp Bettina on +27 11 60 572 5074 (international) 060 572 5074 ( local) Email: hridayaschoolofyoga@gmail.com For more info on course dates, syllabus etc www.hridayaschoolofyogaonline.com #yoga #yoganidra #yogalife #yoganidrateachertraining #stillness #hathayoga #yogaonline #meditation #mindfulness #asana #health #ytt #yogateacher #yogi #guidedmeditation #yogini #meditation #womenscircle #healingjourney #healing #PTSD #heal

"Doing what can be done as Yoga" I came across @crescencekrueger mentioning this is how Sri Krishnamacharya defines Yoga (practice), so I'd like to share this wisdom with you. When we approach our yoga practice with this scope, it gives us the freedom to use the many practices and adapt them to suit ourselves and each individual, in the given situation at hand. Yoga meets us at each stage, wherever we are there we begin, there we do what we can. This enables us to deepen into the present moment more fully as we embrace our own arising process. Yoga is not a goal to be fixed in the future, but an ever expanding surrender into how we are unfolding right now. Right now my body is exactly the way it is and I approach my practice from this point. Right now my mind is exactly the way it is and I begin from here. This is Yoga now, as you are in this present moment. Patanjali in the Yoga Sutra says we should surrender to the infinite in our practice. This is a settling, softening and deepening, letting go and focusing on the sublime within. This is yoga adapted to suit each individual body type, each individual doshic type & mental type. This is why we can adapt Yoga to suit each individual, with illness or chronic conditions. If we can breathe we can do "yoga" and we can at any moment surrender to this softening and settling into stilling the mind. #krishnamacharya #yoga #hathayoga #yogalife #yogateacher #yoganidra #mindfulness #yogalove #yogaeveryday #yogalife #meditation #spirituality #spirituality #spiritualecology #veda #asana #yogini #yogi #yogaeveryday #yogaindpiration

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"A Gentle Rminder" Just a gentle reminder, if you're feeling tired, lethargic, rundown and weary. This is normal if you're going through a stressful time. So often we're expected to just get on with it. To move forward and keep going. But sometimes pushing too hard can lead to burnout and fatigue. Your body is speaking, listen. Your mind is telling you, listen. Take time to rest, reset, energize and heal. Nourish, nurture, pause. Do nothing....... Rest. In the quiet spaces of stillness we rest, heal and replenish our vital energy, prana. Set aside time in your day, to make space for rituals of peace, yoga, mantra chanting, gardening, walking, painting, making art, do what comes naturally to restore your body and mind. Instead of a vigorous asana practice, such as surya namaskar, try lying down poses such as supta baddha konasana, viparita karani etc. Om peace, peace, peace Image via @earthwithingirls #yoga #yogawisdom #mindfulness #yoganidra #yogateacher #yogalove #selflove #selfcare #sunflower #cupoftea #herbaltea #yogalife #yogateacher #mindfulness #ecology #hathayoga #stillness #sioence #rest #relax #peace #ommanepadmehum #mantra #asana #pranayama #healing #health #holistic

Online 2021 Please join me in this immersive online teacher training starting in May 2021. This training will be 300hrs, 108 hours of LIVE online classes via zoom, homestudy and mentorship. Included will be gathering circles of releasing old patterns, habits, trauma, anxiety and bringing in healing abundance and love. Cleansing through meditation, pranayama and journalling. Rituals to nourish the mind and heart. This will be a truly comprehensive Yoga Nidra teacher training open to anyone and everyone wishing to learn more and experience the stillness that comes with the practice. Always Softening Settling Widening Deepening Into the ever-present NOW. For more info on the course schedule and syllabus, please visit www.hridayaschoolofyogaonline.com #yognidra #yoga #yoganidrateachertraining #yogalife #yogaeveryday #yoganidra #meditation #mindfulness #yogalove #yogaeveryday #hathayoga #asana #pranayama #spirituality #stillness #hathayoga #yogi #yogini #yogagirl #holistichealth #holistichealing #health

Inhale and exhale Inhaling we sustain the body in this physical form, exhaling we return to Source. Both inhale and exhale sustains us and returns us, a constant ebb and flow in this body. Our final exhale is a complete return, surrender & abidance in source, or union, yoga. Yet we ARE already in this moment in union, we have perhaps not yet realized this The Mandukya Upanishad says we are OM, we are Turiya, we are Brahman. We inhale and exhale and are OF the divine, already complete and perfect. " Inhale and God approaches you, hold the inhalation and God remains with you. Exhale and you approach God, hold the exhalation and surrender to God. " -Krishnamacharya. We are of the divine, in constant communion with the divine, with every breath and beyond the last in this body. We are receiving and giving, inhaling and exhaling. #yoga #yogalife #yogawisdom #yogateacher #manifestation #vedanta #krishnamacharya #namaste #divinity #hathayoga #dharma #ishvarapranidhana #asana #paschimattanasana #pranayama #ashtanga #yogapose #yogafit #meditation #mindfulness #yogaeveryday #ashtangayoga #practiceandalliscoming #yogaoftheheart #mysorestyle

- Hiranyagarbha As the progenitor of Yoga we read in the Mahabharata: " Hiranyagarbha is the knower of Yoga. There is no one more ancient." Mahabharata, Shanti Parva 349.65 The Upanishads call Hiranyagarbha the Soul of the Universe or Brahman - the self-effulgent, the one true Reality and Truth of all existence. The Upanishads are the philosophical aspects of the Veda which are to be taught by the Acharyas (teachers). In the Hiranyagarbha Sukta it says " He is the God of God's, and none beside him." Hiranyagarbha is also known as a form of the Sun god. The name Hiranyagarbha means golden embryo or golden womb. This golden embryo or golden womb is said to be the creation of the universe, the manifested cosmos in Vedic philosophy. With the manifestation of the universe arose the science of Yoga. " As my form, carrying knowledge, eternal and dwelling in the Sun, the teachers of Samkhya, who have discerned what is important, call me Kapila. As the brilliant Hiranyagarbha, who is lauded in the verses of the Vedas, ever worshipped by Yoga, so I am also remembered in the world." Mahabharata " It is said that one should ask neither the origin of a rsi( sage) nor the source of a river, and this also holds good for Veda and Vedanta. As it is said that yoga came from Brahma through the mula purusa, Sri Vishnu, yoga has existed since the universe existed." -BKS Iyengar Yoga is thread in sacred weavings throughout eternity, brought forward into our modern times, by all the teachers, disciples, gurus, students and most importantly by all beings sharing love and bhakti (devotion), sharing ONE Light of Yoga. Image via beautiful @goodriddancecoffee #yoga #yogawisdom #yogashastra #vedanta #hathayoga #yogawisdom #meditation #hiranyagarbha #veda #vedic #mantra #originofyoga #iyengar #goldenwomb #goldenembryo #asana #bhakti #spirituality

Yoga as intimacy with Life In the tradition of Krishnamacharya, Mark Whitwell expresses the teachings of Yoga as handed down from guru to disciple from ancient times, stating that Yoga is our immediate and intimate relationship with life. Yoga is our birthright. This one reality we are an intimate part of. This is union, yoga, connection. Life, consciousness expressing itself through us and as us. Invocation to Sri Krishnamacharya Sri krsnavagisa yatisvarabhyam Samprapta cakrankana bhyasyasaram Sri nutnarangendra yatau samarpitsvam Sri krsnamaryam guruvaryamide Virodhe kartike masesatatara krtodayam Yogacaryam krsnamaryam Guruvaryamaham bhaje Sri Gurubhyo Namah Hari Om Our online teacher trainings are based on the teachings primarily of Sri T Krishnamacharya, and we are grateful to his complete devotion to bringing the teachings of yoga forward into the modern world. #krishnamacharya #hridaya #yoga #yogalife #yoganidra #meditation #yogaeveryday #yogalove #yogateacher #yogaeveryday #mindfulness #yogi #yogagirl #krsnavagisa #hathayoga #hatha #ashtangayoga #yogini #yogawoman #yogajourney #thirdeye #consciousness #spirit #love #selflove

Please join us for an immersion into the ancient teachings on Yoga Nidra. As a state of consciousness beyond the waking ( jagrat avastha), dreaming ( svapna avastha) and deep sleep ( shushupti avastha) states of consciousness. Enter into this stillness in the spiritual HEART. Our teacher training will take you on a journey to learn the nourishing, healing and restorative meditation techniques of Yoga Nidra, which are said to derive from Nyasa. Our course is comprehensive and will allow the student to deepen into meditation, mindfulness and BEING in the present moment. The student will learn to hold sacred space, practice presence and learn how to skillfully guide a yoga nidra session. We teach the Himalayan Tradition Yoga Nidra of Swami Rama and have included many guided Yoga Nidra meditations in this training. This course will run from May - November 2021 with online classes to enrich the students understanding and allow the students to experience the stillness of these profound meditation techniques. You're welcome to visit our website, link in bio for more info on the dates, times, course syllabus, course topics and course schedule #yoga #yogalife #yogalove #yogaeveryday #meditation #yogalife #yoganidrateachertraining #yoganidra #yoganidrateacher #stillness #swamirama #mindgulness #pratyahara #silence #hathayoga #yogi #asana

-The Soul and its three bodies The human being is not simply a physical body, but a collection of three bodies that constitute various densities of matter, from the gross elements to the most subtle layers of the mind. Behind these bodies resides our true Self that is beyond all manifestation, mental or physical. The three bodies, therefore, are not bodies in the ordinary sense but rather different types of encasement for the soul. - Dr David Frawley #self #upadhi #yoga #vedanta #drfrawley #yogi #yogagirl #yogawomen #womenscircle #wildwomen #yogawisdom #sustainableliving #consciousness #spiritualecology #namaste #asana #yogaonline #ahimsa #mantra

- Believe in yourself and what you have to offer in this world. have faith that things will work out as they should. keep coming back to having faith I'm saying these words as much to myself as to everyone who needs to hear this today. xx @ronwritings #everythingisasitshouldbe #healingjourney #yoga #yogateacher #yogaeveryday #meditation #yogalife #yoga #mindfulness #spirituality #keepitsimple

- holding sacred space as the essence of Yoga Nidra Our Yoga Nidra Teacher Training has at its core the understanding that we enter into the silence of sacred space both as the teacher and as the practitioner. Opening from the heart space, softening, settling, widening and deepening into this stillness of the heart. Our Yoga Nidra Teacher Training is open to anyone wishing to deepen into the profound meditation that takes us beyond the five kosa-s, beyond the waking, dreaming and deep sleep states. This is an immersive training that will take the student on a journey to unravel, release, heal, restore and rejuvenate. Our training focuses on the therapeutic approach of Yoga Nidra and as such we incorporate asana-s, pranayama, mantra chanting, guided yoga nidra on the chakras, the traditional yoga nidra of Swami Rama, chinmudra, the three gunas, how to hold sacred space, how to be present, settling the mind and much more. We cover the ancient yogic texts on Yoga Nidra that define this as a state of consciousness beyond waking dreaming and deep sleep, known as the Sleep of Yoga. If you are feeling called to do this work please dm me or visit our website for more info, including training dates, course syllabus, topics covered etc. Om shanti #yoga #yoganidrateachertraining #yoganidra #spirituality #yogalife #yogalove #shiva #meditation #mindfulness #yoganidrateachertraining#yoganidrateacher #yogalove #asana #mantrachanting #pranayama #stillness #spiritualecology #hathayoga

- Stillness I am at peace with myself. I relax so completely and let go so fully that my body and mind are balanced, pure and sattvic. I sense my whole body, empty and silent. I feel completely safe and secure. Feel your body freed from anxiety, from fear, from hurt, and suffering, releasing all these emotions. Gently bring your awareness to the root of the nose and mentally listen to the sound the breath makes. On the inbreath "A" and on the outbreath "ham". Aham mantra, I am. I am that which I seek. The breath is my anchor. Feel the body settle deeper and deeper into stillness. Feel every cell in your body as light. Feel your breath is long, smooth and slender. Rest in this spacious awareness of Self. Hari Om Om Tat Sat #yoga #yogalife #yogalove #yogaeveryday #yogafit #namaste #ayurveda #yoganidra #mindfulness #meditation #spirituality #spiritualecology #stillness #silence #guidedmeditation #peace #shanti #aham #mantra #pranayama #breathe #spirit #love #consciousness

- Ayur Mantra : A Blessing on the Self Om ayur dhehi pranam dhehi apanam dhehi vyanam dhehi caksur dhehi srotram dhehi mano dhehi vacam dhehi atmanam dhehi pratistham dhehi mam dhehi mayi dhehi -Taittiriya Aranyaka IV.2 May the elements Bestow upon me a long life Bestow upon me prana flowing inside me and may the upward flow be nourished Bestow upon me the downward flowing and eliminating energy of prana be actively working Bestow upon me that my eyes take in pleasant things and may my sight be nourished Bestow upon me that my ears take in pleasant things and may my hearing be nourished Bestow upon me that my mind processes in the right way and may it be nourished Bestow upon me that the words emanating from my mouth be pleasing and that my speech be nourished Bestow upon me that my soul be nourished Bestow upon me steadfastness and stability Bestow upon me That I may bestow upon others And so begins my yoga journey of mantra chanting with the Krishnamacharya Yoga Mandiram. I am feeling beyond blessed. There is something so soothing about chanting. My teacher was saying if one is not able to do asana, then one can have the same benefit from chanting as it involves the whole body and purifies mind and body. #ayurmantra #yoga #yogawisdom #mantra #chanting #yogalife #yogateacher #meditation #mindfulness #ayurveda #sun #chant #vedicchanting #veda #yogateacher #yogalove #selflove #selfcare #sunflower #KYM #SriKrishnamacharya

-Offering of Ishvara Pranidhana "Karnatah akamatovapi yat karomi shubhashubham Tat sarvam tvayi vinyasya tvat prayuktah karomyaham. Whatever I do, whether out of desire or not , good or bad, having surrendered all that to you, I act as directed by you." -message from the great sages, Yoga Mala, Pattabhi Jois "Such an offering is known as ishwarapranidhana. Through ishwarapranidhana, samadhi ( union with the supreme) is attained, which in turn leads to the attainment of perfection and fulfillment." #yoga #yogawisdom #mindfulness #yoganidra #yogaeveryday #meditation #yogalife #ardhabaddhapadmottanasana #asana #pranayama #ashtangayoga #yogalove #yogagirl #yogaonline #yogini #yogi #health #yogicliving #spirituality #stillness #silence #wellness #hathayoga #ayurveda #yogapose

-Online Yoga I am delighted to offer online Yoga one-on-one. These classes are based on ayurvedic and yogic principles of seeing each individual Being as unique and addressing and imbalances of the three doshas vata, pitta and kapha as well as harmonizing tamas and rajas to bring about more sattvic and pure qualities in the mind. These one-on-one yoga lessons are open to anyone and everyone wishing to have a personalized yoga class in which specific ailments and ill health concerns are addressed. These one-on-one yoga lessons are based on the teachings of Sri T. Krishnamacharya who advocated that yoga should ideally be taught one-on-one. The yoga lessons will include asana ( yoga postures), pranayama (breath regulation) and end with a short yoga Nidra meditation. If you feel called to begin one-on-one to feel light and well, please DM me today. #onlineyoga #yoga #yoga #ytt #yogalife #asana #pranayama #meditation #yoganidra #yogaeveryday #yogalesson #yogaonline #onlinelearning #health #wellness #healingjourney #wellness #healthylifestyle #yogiclifestyle #yogagirl #yogafit #spirituality #yogajouney #namaste

- The Heart "The supreme light of heaven shines in the lotus of the heart." - Kaivalya Upanishad " In the interior of the heart, Brahman alone shines in the form of the Atman with direct immediacy as I. To abide in Atman, I enter the heart with an inquisitive mind or by diving deep within or by controlling the breath." - Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi #deepstillness #stillness #hridaya #sun #love #selflove #ananda #bliss #spiritualecology #awareness #aware #yoga #yoganidra #yogateacher #yogaeveryday #meditation #mindfulness #yogalife

"Mindfulness" "Mindfulness is awareness that arises through paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, non- judgementally." -Jon Kabat-Zinn. #mindfulness #yogalife #yoga #yogateacher #yogalove #mindfulness #wildwomen #meditation #yogaeveryday #yogateacher #awareness #spirituality #heartofyoga #

Eternal Return Today marks the 12th year of my youngest son's passing. It is the stillpoint of the turning world. I often have no words nor do I find I need words to express the feelings. I have deepened into my knowing that this life is given and taken and that there is bountiful beauty and radiance no matter the suffering. I have come full circle in my search for grace and peace. There have been bleak dark times of unimaginable pain and suffering that I never thought would end, and yet this world is ever changing and in the center is the Stillpoint of the turning world. The stillpoint of grace and peace. This is the Hridayam, the center of centers from which everything arises and returns to. This is yoga, union, stillness and peace beyond mind beyond emotion, beyond thought. This is the tranquility of unmani. The work I do now is because of this gift my son has given me, knowing that everything is only through love. #stillpointoftheturningworld #stillness

-Spiritual Heart Yoga Nidra Teacher Training Awaken and realize your true Nature as boundless consciousness. This teacher training is open to anyone wishing to deepen into the teachings of Yoga Nidra. The yogic adepts have known the three states of consciousness that we cycle through each day, the waking state ( jagrat avastha), the dreaming state ( svapna avastha) and the deep sleep state ( sushupti avastha), and the fourth that underlies these three states, turiya. Turiya is the fourth as it is written in ancient yogic texts to be the transcendent "state", or that which is limitless and timeless. When the mind is silent and rests in the hridaya, then we are abiding in our true Self. Our teacher training is comprehensive in scope and covers the yogic texts on Yoga Nidra as a state of consciousness known as Turiya, which gives us context to understand Yoga Nidra in our modern times as a profound meditation technique, that induces deep states of stillness and deep rest and relaxation. We teach the Yoga Nidra techniques of Swami Rama which incorporates shavayatra, shithali karana and breath awareness. We include - asana to calm the mind - mantra chanting - diaphragmatic breathing - body scan techniques - mantra pranayama - mindfulness practices - nyasa - pratyahara techniques propounded by Sage Vashishta and Yaynavalkya - guided Yoga Nidra meditations - three gunas in Ayurveda - waking, dreaming and deep sleep states of consciousness - chinmudra - asana sequences - correct savasana according to BKS Iyengar - history and philosophy - five koshas and three bodies - learning the skills to hold sacred space - resourcing, trauma, shock, anxiety and how to hold a wide field of "listening" for your student or client - Yoga Nidra on the chakras This is a 300hr Teacher Training Online. If you are feeling called to journey to Inner Silence, please get in touch or DM me today or visit our website for more info. #yoga #yoganidra #yoganidrateachertraining #yogateacher #meditation #mindfulness #asana #yogalife #yogalove #love #namaste #ytt #yogaonline #onlinetrzining #guidedmefitation #healing #stillness #silence #ayurveda #yogajourney

Meditation as 'siddhi' "Asana, pranayama & meditation are a seamless process. Asana allows for Pranayama, and Pranayama allows for meditation. Meditation arises as 'siddhi', a gift, and cannot be forcefully practiced." -Heart of Yoga, Online Immersion @markwhitwell Thank you for continuing to give us the teachings of Sri Krishnamacharya. Sri gurubhyo Namah #yoga #yogalife #yoganidra #mindfulness #meditation #yogaeveryday #yogateacher #yogalove #asana #pranayama #yogapose #yogicliving #hathayoga #ashtangayoga

Out n about Scouting for a new home for Hridaya School of Yoga. Fingers crossed. xx #newbeginnings #homeawayfromhome #yoga #yogateacher #yogalife #namaste #ytt #asana #yofafit #yogalifestyle #sustainableliving #beginning #journey #yogajourney #yogainkommetjie #kommetjie

- Sunday morning feels Happy Sunday❤ #plantbased #vegan #yoga #yogicdiet #lifestyle #yogalife #yogateacher #yogalove #love #selflove #selfcare #vegandiet #nature #abundance #farmersmarket #

Awake my dear Be kind to your sleeping heart Take it out into the vast fields of Light And let it breathe.... -Hafiz #yogalife #yoga #sun #meditation #mindfulness #yogalove #yogaeveryday #slowliving #holistichealing #yogajourney #yogapractice #spirituality #consciousness #heartcentered #heart #hridayam #vedanta #ayurveda #yogawisdom #oneness #metta #sustainableliving

- Timeless Awareness Rest in this Spaciousness, this feeling of LIGHT Letting the breath flow naturally from the heart center Inhale Sah Exhale (A)ham Inhale Sah Exhale Ham He am I, I am He I am All That This space in out Heart is the VERY PRESENCE of the divine within us. Feel your body deepening into this relaxation Feeling a sense of wellness, peace, tranquility wash over you. Om Hrim Hamsa So'ham svaha. Dwell in this stillness, this sacred shakti of the HEART. #shakti #yoga #union #bliss #yogalife #yogaeveryday #fit #yoganidra #mindfulness #yogalove #sun #nature #love #selflive #sacredcircles #sacredlife #sacrednature #yogicliving #spiritualecology #spirituality #asana #holisticliving #slowliving #yogateachers #healingjourney

-Let it BE There will be an answer Let it be #yoga #yogalife #yoganidra #yogateacher #mindfulness #yogalove #sun #nature #beachlife #meditation #namaste

Our offerings We offer online Yoga Teacher Training and Yoga courses that you can complete from the comfort of home. To browse our offerings please visit our website www.hridayaschoolofyogaonline.com Happy Thursday❤ #yoga #yogateacher #yogateachertraining #yogaonline #yogateachertrainingcourse #yogalife #yoganidra #hathayoga #ayurveda #yogiclifestyle #asanapractice #yogapractice #lifestyle #healthylifestyle #healthyfood #fitness #fit #yogapose #pranayama #wellness #wellnessjourney #yogajourney

-Yoga Nidra Teacher Training Our offering of Yoga Nidra Teacher Training is an invitation to self love, compassion, healing and honouring ourselves as we are in this moment. It is a journey to know ourselves in an intimate way. Connecting to ourselves, and deepening into a sacred way of living. As we weave together the sacred nature of breath, consciousness, mind and body, intimately realizing we are that which we seek. Our training is comprehensive and covers all aspects of Yoga Nidra and will sensitively guide the student into profound states of meditation. We teach the Himalayan Tradition of Yoga Nidra as propounded by Swami Rama, and have many wonderful Yoga Nidra meditations in our training. Yoga Nidra is deeply relaxing and healing for the body and mind. If you are feeling called to begin this journey to awaken to inner Silence, get in touch today or visit our website www.hridayaschoolofyogaonline.com for more details on our course syllabus and course details. #yoga #yoganidra #yoganidrateacher #yoganidrateachertraining #selflove #love #guidedmeditation #mindfulness #spirituality #yogalife #yogateacher #yogalove #consciousness #stillness #sun #health #nature #wellness #fit #healing #healingjourney #yogajourney #asana #pranayama

-Showing up How are you showing up for yourself? Hiding under the stones or being present to your situation. No doubt lockdown has been challenging on so many levels for so many of us. Life is constantly changing and moving and so are we, and it brings up the question how are you adapting, coping, changing? What strategies and resources do you have to cope and adapt to each new situation and experience? Are you feeling settled and grounded or frayed and despondent. How do you move in the world. The Breath is a resource that we have an intimate relationship with and is our immediate connection to become more settled. As you inhale and exhale, it is your communion to rest and rejuvenation. The breath is our anchor to the body and to quieten the mind. One breath at a time. xx #yoga #yogalife #yogalove #shiva #vishnu #yogicliving #yogalife #yogateacher #yogalove #selflove #selfcare #asana #spirituality #yogateacher #meditation #ecology #nature #sun #love #breath #pranayama #holisticliving #holisticwellness

-Maya In Sanskrit the word "maya" means "magic" or "illusion". Maya is a fundamental concept in Yoga, most notably in Advaita Vedanta, or nondualist Vedanta. When seen as division of separate things in creation, Maya becomes the illusion of duality and separation. When we understand that we all exist as separate beings but are of the same essence then we can understand this veil of illusion operating within the Unity of pure consciousness. Underlying and permeating all of creation is unity consciousness, the "goal" of Yoga is to realize this - "union" of all life. Maya seen as a veil is when we see the separate identities of all life. An analogy to understand this concept better is to imagine Unity consciousness as gold, pure gold, and out of this pure gold is fashioned a bracelet, a necklace and ring. The essence of each of these pieces of jewelry is gold and each item appears separate to the next, yet the unity lies in what they are made of, - gold. Maya is this "magic" or illusion of how these three pieces of jewelry can be made of the same essence yet outwardly appear different and separate. Likewise we each appear different and separate yet are fashioned from the same "substance", this substance is pure consciousness which is our essence as unbounded limitless and infinite. #yoga #vedanta #yogalife #yoganidra #yogalove #love #yogateacher #meditation #hathayoga #yogaeveryday #maya #veil #advaita #ayurveda #manifesting #generator #yogicliving #yogi #yogini #spirituality #oneness #duality #brahman #atma #paramatma #asana #pranayama #mindfulness #stillness #spirituality

- Yoga Nidra As a pratyahara technique (withdrawal of the senses), Yoga Nidra induces deep inner calm and a sense of profound deep inner stillness. There are many schools that teach various different practices of Yoga Nidra which involve bringing the mind to one pointed concentration ekagra chitta. When the mind is focused on one point it allows us to effortlessly move into Dharana and Dhyana, which is the silence of Yoga Nidra. Much research has been done into the therapeutic benefits of Yoga Nidra, demonstrating the bodies ability to heal itself when in this state of complete stillness. Our training in Yoga Nidra follows the Traditional Himalayan approach of Swami Rama, who taught very specific techniques for Yoga Nidra, known as Shavayatra or the journey of Shiva as we emulate the sleep of Shiva in meditation. Another very specific approach is Shithali Karana, an advanced Pranayama which lengthens the breath and by doing so quietness the mind. Long smooth slender breathing has long been known to the Yogis to calm the mind. We can attest to this when are panicked or in shock our breath is shallow or rapid and conversely when we are calm or in deep sleep we are breathing very smoothly and evenly. Yoga Nidra practised regularly leads to clarity in the mind, more resilience in overcoming habits and old cycles and patterns. It allows healing to occur in the body, eliminates stress and increases vitality and wellbeing. If you are feeling drawn to learn more and deepen into the practice of Yoga Nidra you are welcome to DM me or sign up for enrollment on our website www.hridayaschoolofyoga.com. Hari Om #yoganidra #yoganidrateachertraining #yoga #yogalife #yogaeveryday #yogateacher #mindfulness #yogalove #selflove #selfcare #love #swamirama #swamivedabharati #61points #yoganidrameditation #stillness #ekagra #chitta #manifestationgenerator #sacred #silence #health #healing #yogajourney #fit #asana Image from the beautiful @jesswells

- Opening ourselves for healing in the Vedic way Living authentically and in touch with the Vedic way of Yoga, is an invitation to connect with ourselves in a fundamental way. The spiritual path brings to light both shadow and light. It asks us to be present to the experience as it is unfolding for us in this moment. Whether we're experiencing loss, sadness, sorrow, depression or happiness, joy, love and bliss, all emotions are valid. The Vedic way of Yoga recognizes everything as real. It allows us to be completely present to what IS. The more we connect with ourselves on a deeper level, the more we are open to healing. Image from the beautiful @raisedbytheearth #healing #health #ayurveda #vedic #yoga #yogicwisdom #instagood #love #yogalife #yogateacher #yogainspiration #hathayoga #asana #spirituality #yogatherapy #meditation #holisticliving #holisticwellness

How are you nourishing yourself? Not only physically through food and drink, but how are you nourishing your mind? Knowing that we take in through the senses and feed our minds we can nourish in a more harmonious way. Taking breaks from tv, social media and retreating into nature is something I do as often as I can. ( I dont own a tv 😊). There is a zen quality in nature that restores a calm sense of Presence. Small daily rituals can help to nourish the senses and mind in a more sattvic way. Daily sacred space rituals of honouring ourselves, coming back to our own serenity. Finding peace and setting intentions, and grounding to mother earth. I offer Ayurvedic lifestyle and diet teachings through our Introduction to Yoga Therapy and Ayurveda Teacher Training. Online teacher training allowing you to set a clear path of holistic living bringing your life into harmony and helping others do the same. #ayurveda #hathayoga #yoga #yogalife #yoganidra #yogatherapy #yogateacher #mindfulness #diet #health #vegan #asana #ecology #love #nature #dosha #pranayama #yogaonline #yogainspiration Image from the Divine @urbanmoonshine #yoga #hatha #yogatherapy #yogalife #vedanta #ayurveda #nature #mothernature #health #love #selflove #fit #asana #yogicliving #yogateacher #mindfulness #sustainableliving #pratyahara #spirituality

- Divine communion of Yoga "Krisha you have told me of Yoga as a communion with Brahman ( the Universal Spirit), which is ever one. But how can this be permanent, since the mind is so restless and inconsistent? The mind is impetuous and stubborn, strong and willful, as difficult to harness as the wind. Sri Krishna replies: ' Undoubtedly, the mind is restless and hard to control. But it can be trained by constant practice ( abhyasa) and by freedom from desire ( vairagya). A man who cannot control his mind will find it difficult to attain this divine communion; but the self- controlled man can attain it if he tries hard and directs his energy by the right means." - Dialogue between Krishna and Arjuna in the Bhagavad Gita #hathayoga #ashtangayoga #love #yogaeverydamnday #yoga #yogainspiration #yogainspiration #yogalife #meditation #asana #yogapose #ayurveda #mind #consciousness #yogateacher #mindfulness #yogalove #meditation #generator #manifestation #yogateachertraining #nature #love #selflove

-Gayatri Mantra Dedicated to Savitur the Vedic sun deity, it is chanted to bestow wisdom and enlightenment. #yoga #yogalife #yogaeveryday #mantra #gayatri #gayatrimantra #yogateacher #mindfulness #yogalove #yoganidra #meditation #yogini #yogi #veda #vedic #ayurveda #yogawisdom #yogaeverydamnday #yogajourney &#yogapractice #yogalife #fit #health

Yoga Wisdom #suryanamaskar #yogawisdom #yogalife #yoga #yogaeveryday #yoganidra #yogateacher #yogalove #mindfulness #meditation #yogini #yogi #ashtanga #pattabhijois #hathayoga #yogaeverydamnday #yogapractice #yogateacher #yogainspiration #love #yogajourney #instayoga #love

-"Sabdabrahman" The audible Sound of Brahman. In Yoga Vedanta, Brahman is recognized as the One true Reality. The unfathomable, incomprehensible, the yogis realize as the Sleep of Yoga, our true Being state. The Pranava or Omkara "OM" consisting of the syllables "A" , "U" and Ma" arises out of Brahman. "A" is the opening expansive sound represented by Brahma as the creator deity, "U", is the maintaining sound of the deity Vishnu, maintainer of the cosmos, and "Ma" is the sound of the deity Shiva, bringing about the dissolution of the cosmos. Every expression we have in the form of "vak" - speech arises first from thought, when uttered creates sound. Our breath on inhalation and exhalation makes the sound of the "hamsah" or "aham sah" mantra. Sah on inhalation and Aham on exhalation. We return to this peaceful state with every exhalation. "Aham" - I am That. The Mandukya Upanishad contains twelve verses that re-affirms The Self is Om. #yoganidra #yoga #omkara #prana #yoganidra #yogaeveryday #meditation #brahman #yoganidrateachertraining#yoganidrateacher #yogateacher #mindfulness #yogalove #yogi #vedanta #mantra #manifestation #intuition #yogaonline #yogaeveryday #yogagirl #

-Narayana Narayana, in yogic thought is the Absolute. Narayana is known as one who is in yogic slumber on the celestial waters, referring to Lord Mahavishnu. He is also known as The Purusha, - consciousness and is considered Supreme in the Vaishnava Tradition. Narayana is the "Guru of the Universe". The Bhagavata Purana describes Narayana as the Supreme who engages in the creation of the 14 worlds within the universe as Brahma, when he deliberately accepts rajo- guna, maintains and sustains the universe when he accepts sattva-guna and annihilates the universe when he accepts tamo-guna. According to the Narayana Upanishad he is the ultimate Soul. The word Narayana means ' the one who rests on waters '. The Manu smriti states , "The waters are called " narah" , for the waters are indeed, produced by Nara-Narayana ( the first being) as they were his first residence " ayana" , therefore he is called Narayana. In the yogic scriptures Narayana is para brahman, paramatma, parajyothi, parameshwar; these are all endless ways of describing the absolute Supreme. Image source the lovely @stephanieaulestia_yoga #yoga #yogawisdom #yogaeveryday #yoganidra #meditation #yogateacher #mindfulness #stillness #yogicliving #yogi #yogini #naturalliving #yogalife #yogalove #shiva

-Pranayama "Balancing prana and apana is said to be Pranayama. Pranayama is said to consist of exhale (recaka), inhale (puraka) and holding (kumbhaka). These three components of Pranayama namely inhale, exhale and holding are of the nature of the three syllables (A, U, M), (thereby), pranayama is of the Pranava ( the mantra OM). -Yoga Yajnavalkya chapter VI 2-3 Definition of Pranayama #yoga #yogalife #mindfulness #yogateacher #hathayoga #vedanta #ayurveda #yogatherapy #pranayama #virabhadrasana3 #spirituality #yogainspiration #yogapose #yogateacher #yogaonline #yogicliving #yogalove #selflove #yogaeveryday #namaskara #yogagirl #yogainspiration #wellness #vegan #plantbase #yogaheals #yogaforeveryone #love #ashtangayoga #yogarivals

-Tripura Sundari Beauty of the Three Worlds Tripura Sundari is the goddess representing the three cities or three worlds. These three cities or worlds are the waking, dreaming and deep sleep states of consciousness. Everyday we cycle through these three states of consciousness. Sundari as the Beauty of these three worlds (waking, dreaming, deep sleep) presides over these states of consciousness. The first city or state of consciousness is the waking state which is symbolized by fire. The second city or state of consciousness is the dreaming state which is symbolized by the moon. The third city or state of consciousness is the deep sleep state and is symbolized by the sun. To approach Sundari in meditation we must be aware of the Divine in all things. The highest worship of Sundari is to abide in the Self. To realize we are the Self of the entire universe. Having reverence for our Self and the interconnectedness of the entire cosmos. Image from the lovely @aluna_alva #self #tripurasundari #mothergoddess #cosmos #universe #divine #tantra #wisdomgoddess #yogalife #yoga #yoganidra #mindfulness #yogalove

Soften These four words reveal our practice of Yoga Nidra. Softening Settling Widening Deepening Opening up the body, releasing, uncovering, unveiling, deepening into sacred silence. This is a sacred journey into our own stillness. No thoughts, no words, no action, yet unimaginable bliss. Journeying into wholeness. If you feel called to begin this journey DM me for more details about our sweet offering, Spiritual Heart Yoga Nidra Teacher Training #yoganidrateachertraining #yoganidrateacher #yoganidra #healingjourney #yoga #mindfulness #meditation #yogalife #spirituality #stillness #soften #settle #yoga #silence #deepen #awaken #1111 #manifestation #journey #sacredspace #sacred #ayurveda #swamirama #hathayoga #vedanta #yogaeveryday #spiritualecology #womenscircle #yogalove #selflove #poetry

"Om" "That which has no parts ( soundless), incomprehensible ( with the aid of the senses), the cessation of all phenomena, all bliss and non- dual Aum, is the fourth and verily the same as the Atman. He who knows this merges his self in the Self. Om peace, peace, peace" -Mandukya Upanishad verse12 Image from the lovely @ankha.lavey #Yoga #yogalife #yoganidra #yogaonline #mindfulness #yogainspiration #mandukyaupanishad #manifestation #generator #om #upanishad #spirituality #awakening #aware #womenscircle #ayurveda #nature #meditation #mindfulness #yogateacher #yoganidrateachertraining #ytt #hathayoga #yogagirl #spiritualecology #vedanta

Living joyfully in the present moment We can choose in each and every moment to be joyful. Life will always give us adversity but its a choice to remain joyful. #keepsmiling #joyful #yoga #yogalife #mindfulness #naturalliving #nature #yogacapetown #yogaonline #meditation #yogaeveryday #yogalove #selflove #selfcare #yogapose #virabhadrasana #yogaforeveryone #hathayoga #yogapose #ayurveda #yogi #yogini #yogagirl #nature #yogaoutside