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| Yoga, Hatha Yoga or Ashthanga Yoga, all ultimately | | | | coming in contact with the earth, and getting |
| lead an individual's consciousness to 'yoke' with that of | | | | neutralized.. |
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| think clearly and perform his/her everyday tasks with | | | | conclude in the same way. There is a specific purpose |
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| deal with the changing circumstances dramatically | | | | Before actually beginning the Yoga routine, a person |
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| Meditation is an integral part of the Yoga routine. | | | | the normal breaths, these breaths must be from the |
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| herself and become more aware of the surroundings | | | | virtual space around his/her body. In the next step, the |
| and as a result, is able to concentrate on many things | | | | tuning-in, a person must chant the "Adi mantra". While |
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| Kundalini Yoga lays special emphasis on meditation | | | | Now, since the session connects us with our higher |
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| of Kriya, 5-15 minute lay-out and 11-31 minutes of | | | | another important aspect. The concluding exercises |
| meditation. A Kundalini Yoga session typically | | | | brings a person back to reality. The set of exercises |
| comprises of six major components : 1) tuning-in with | | | | are a series of stretches and finally a meditation. The |
| the Adi Mantra, 2) pranayam or warm-up, 3) kriya, 4) | | | | meditation should be done by concentrating at the |
| relaxation, 5) meditation and 6) close with the blessing | | | | heart center. A happy conclusion is to sing this song: |
| song, "May the Long Time Sun Shine Upon You". | | | | "May the long time sun shine upon you, all love |
| Practicing this entire session on proper Yoga mats | | | | surround you, and the pure light within you, guide your |
| helps in practicing some of the most difficult poses, | | | | way on". Repeat. Then chant three long Sat Nam's. |
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