Yoga Veterans

As a veteran of the United States Army, and member of American Legion Post 232 in Snellville, I gladly offer FREE or REDUCED rates to Veterans.

Good to see others doing the same ..
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/sadie-nardini/the-war-of-yoga-bringing_b_373979.html

Yoga and Levitation

So .. science has figured out how to levitate objects:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/01/20/acoustic-levitation-stere_n_429558.html

According to ancient Yoga texts - some are 3,000 years old - Yogis can levitate.

At Hamsa Yogashala .. we routinely work on our levitation. Wonder how? Well, come find out firsthand!

:D

Rice, Yoga and Ayurveda

http://healing.about.com/od/nutrition/a/riceday.htm

This is an excellent article on the nutritious and delicious nature of rice.

Not only is it very healing, but it fills one up without bloating or being tired, is great for overall health, and is quick and easy to make!

Yoga and Holiday Stress

Everyday the news contains articles on the health benefits of Yoga.
http://www.ksfy.com/news/local/78385807.html

So why haven't you taken a Yoga class yet?

Hamsa Yogashala has 27 classes, per week, to choose from. At $40 a month, unlimited access .. you can't afford not to join us!

Zachary Quinto does Yoga

http://justjared.buzznet.com/2009/11/28/zachary-quinto-is-yearning-for-yoga/

As do many Hollywood stars. Why? Because its a great way to loose weight, to get in shape, to stay in shape, to look good in front of the camera, to stay relaxed, and it just feels good!

Yoga for Breakfast

"Before taking their Sats this year, children at Riverside Primary in Rotherhithe were all offered a proper breakfast to give them a good start to the day. Then the yoga teacher arrived to relax them with breathing exercises before they started the exams."
http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/standard/article-23777675-yoga-and-breakfast-help-pupils-to-top-of-the-table.do

Not only is breakfast the most important meal of the day, but the deep breathing and centering poses of Yoga clear the mind, calm the nerves, reduce stress, and allow one to focus with intent.

Before getting out of bed, try some gentle stretches .. like pulling your knees to your chest, then twist from side to side. This invigorates the body, gently getting the blood pumping, before you feet even hit the ground.

Then, try some Ginger and Carrot Juice. Into a juicer, put:
-2 crisp apples (quartered),
-3 carrots (scrubbed),
-1 stick of celery
-1/2 - 1" piece of ginger root (peeled), or a pinch of ground ginger powder
-3/4 cup, plus 2 Tbls pure water
-juice of 1/2 a lemon
Enjoy!

Mantra and Song

Mantra, or 'chant, song', is a regular part of traditional Hatha Yoga because the power of sound is important to our health.

Mantras are intentional, focused on a specific goal .. such as peace or healing or happiness. When one intones a mantra a larger sound is created, more than just the individual voice, for mantra's are very much a part of our breath, so our being.

Just as Yoga has specific poses to achieve specific results, so does mantra create intent within the entire body .. through vibration. And like Yoga, mantra too should be a weekly practice, for repetition creates health within the body, steadiness of mind, and peace within the spirit.

One uses their voice in so many ways .. while singing about a bonfire, or lulling a child to sleep, or reading aloud, or humming while walking in the woods. All of these are examples of how we intuitively connect with spirit.

Mantras are inspirational, helping us discover the deep well within ones self, longing to be release.

Have you found your voice? Are you able to clearly express your thoughts and dreams, not just to others, but to yourself? Being able to do this opens us to the great experience of purpose, vision and service.

Om Peace, Shanti, Pax!
Yogini Valarie Devi

Follow ..

One should follow the steadfast, the wise, the educated, the self-reliant, the dutiful and the noble. Even as the moon follows the path of the stars, so ought one follow the virtuous and highly intelligent.