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Different Yoga Asanas For Different Diseases & Disorders

Different Yoga Asanas: Classical Types, Names & Benefits

Yoga should be practiced by every person in his life, but it would be reasonable for the seeker to first understand all the things related to Yoga and then implement it. Doing so gets more profit. Since the number of yoga postures is very high, sometimes it is difficult to decide which posture shoul…

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What is the Crocodile Pose (Makarasana)?

Makarasana (Crocodile Pose): Alignment, Benefits & Steps

Crocodile Pose (Makarasana) is a starter yoga pose that comforts the whole body and helps relieve pain related to other yoga poses or other activities. By lying flat facing your stomach downwards with your chest and shoulders resting, you waive-off tension in the lower back and open up your chest an…

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What is Prakamya Siddhi? – The Power of Omniscience

What is Prakamya Siddhi? – The Power of Omniscience

One of the eight forms (Ashta Siddhi) of wealth or accomplishments is mentioned. It is believed that if someone has achieved this abundance, then their wishes will not be disrupted. Whatever they desire can be obtained without delay. If they want, then they can submerge into the earth or soar throug…

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What Are the 4 Paths of Yoga? Karma, Bhakti, Raja & Jnana Yoga Explained

The Paths of Yoga The Paths of Yoga The two main Paths of Yoga Sadhana are Abhayaas and Vairagya The two main Paths of Yoga Sadhana are Abhayaas and Vairagya. Abhyaas – Practice To Consistently which continuity remain on the positive path or direction is Abhyaas; to still the mind or consciousness, to still the thoughts, intellect and feelings etc, while keeping the mind free from distraction and continuing with

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What are the Obstacles in Yoga Sadhana?

What are the Obstacles in Yoga Sadhana?

Whenever a sincere practitioner steps onto the path of Yoga Sadhana, challenges inevitably arise. Spiritual discipline is not an easy, frictionless stroll; it is an inner alchemy that tests our patience, resilience, and commitment. In classical yogic texts, these stumbling blocks are not viewed as failures, but as predictable friction points between our conditioned worldly habits and the awakening of higher consciousness. Throughout history, every great yogi, sage, and seeker

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Six Helpful Aids in Yoga Sadhana

Six Helpful Aids in Yoga Sadhana

In Some Conditions, there are Obstacles in the road of Yoga sadhana; then, some conditions are also Helpful Aids in Yoga Sadhana that allow the saadhak to keep moving ahead and succeed in his tapasya or quest. When the saadhak or Practitioner has enthusiasm, courage, patience, knowledge of the truth, the strength of determination and keeps away from people, then he can skilfully gain merits, and he moves ahead on his path

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Corpse Pose benefits

Are You Doing Savasana (Corpse Pose) Wrong? Benefits, Steps & Common Mistakes

If you have ever practiced yoga either in a video or at a live class, you are probably familiar with Savasana or Corpse Pose. This is always done at the end of your practice in order to relax and renew. Many teachers say this is the most important part of your yoga practice. Yet many people are not practicing Savasana properly. This article will give you some more information on

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Anantasana: Sleeping Vishnu Pose Alignment & Benefits

Quick Guide: Anantasana at a Glance Sanskrit Name: Anantāsana (अनन्तासन) — named after Ananta (the infinite celestial serpent) and Lord Vishnu in his cosmic reclined rest. English Names: Sleeping Vishnu Pose, Reclining Vishnu Couch Pose, Side-Reclining Leg Lift. Asana Level & Category: Intermediate lateral balance and deep hamstring/groin opener. Primary Muscle Targets: Hamstrings, inner adductors, pelvic stabilizers, obliques, and deep lateral spinal extensors. Unique Biomechanical Trait: One of the few

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Sitz Bones & the Art of Sitting

In almost any yoga class, at some point in seated positions, you will be asked to sit up on your Sitz Bones.  For most new yoga students, this creates a raised eyebrow:  What the heck are those, and why do we need such precise directions just to sit, anyway? Your Sitz Bones (also commonly referred t…

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